The Monte Carlo endured six styling/design generations. The first four (1970-72, 1973-77, 1978-80 and 1981-88) were of a rear-wheel-drive, V8-powered (V6 available beginning in 1978) coupe style, utilizing separate body-on-frame construction. The later rear-wheel-drive generations bucked the trend of unit-body construction, along with smaller engines, that became more prevalent in the early 1980s as automakers downsized their vehicle lines to meet increasing stringent fuel-economy regulations in the aftermath of two energy crises that led to gasoline shortages and skyrocketing pump prices in 1973-74 and 1979-80. Despite those trends, the Monte Carlo remained a popular seller and even regained the SS version (initially offered for 1970-71 with 454 cubic-inch V8) from mid-1983 to 1988 with a high-performance 305 cubic inch V8.A revised grille with the Monte Carlo "Knight's Crest" emblem moved to a stand-up hood ornament and revised taillight lenses marked the 1977 Monte Carlo, which was the last year for the 1973-vintage design before the introduction of a downsized 1978 Monte Carlo. Engine offerings were reduced to two engines for 1977. The base engine for 49 states was the 140 hp (100 kW) 305 CID 2-barrel V8 and the 170 hp (130 kW) 350 4-barrel V8 was optional (standard in California). The 400 cubic inch V8 was dropped as an engine option. The Turbo Hydra-matic transmission was included standard equipment. Interior trim received only minor revisions this year with upholstery choices including cloth, velour and vinyl in both base and custom trims.This model year marks the only time in history when an intermediate model was larger in every dimension than a full-sized model, as the B-body Chevrolet Caprice/Impala had already been redesigned and downsized for 1977.This particular 1977 Monte Carlo has been refinished in rare and desired Silver Metallic. The paint on this vehicle is in great condition with no major imperfections to speak of. The front and rear bumpers are in good condition with just a little scrape on the front passenger side. The burgundy cloth interior is in our opinion all-original with no major wear. The rest of the interior is in excellent condition as well. There are no tears or rips that we have seen. Under the hood this vehicle is equipped with a 305 CI engine that has traveled only 44,000 miles. It has been maintained beautifully and it shows. 1977 was the year that Chevy changed their engine colors from Orange to Blue. This vehicle is also highly optioned with rare and desired A/C, power steering and power brakes.The trunk is in excellent condition with no rust. It still retains the speckle paint from the factory. Accompanying the sales is the full size spare tire with both jack and handle. The undercarriage is also in good condition. The current mileage shows 44,014 and the VIN number is 1H57U7K594147. The car is being sold on a clean Iowa title.