June 13, 2025

1970 Monte Carlo 454 SS AACA Zenith Nominated

*2025 AACA ZENITH NOMINATED* 

1970 Monte Carlo SS 454

Fully restored to factory build sheet specs, Driven Restorations LLC proudly presents this 1970 Monte Carlo SS in Autumn Gold Metallic.

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1970 Monte Carlo SS

Powered by the original, fully rebuilt 454, this well optioned car is equipped with A/C and auto leveling, power steering and brakes, power door locks and windows, halo top trim, rear defrost, and am/fm radio. The interior features bucket seats and center console with wood grain and saddle vinyl finishes.


This completed restoration is thoroughly documented with over 5k photos and backed by countless hours of research.

The full restoration was completed June 2025. The car then went to several shows on the AACA show circuit through the summer of 2025 racking up awards along the way. 

1. 2025 AACA West Virginia, Junior Award 
2. 2025 Monte Carlo Nationals,  Fairborn OH, Best of Show  
3. 2025 AACA Auburn IN, Senior Award
4. 2025 AACA Grand Nationals, Fairborn OH, (required Junior and Senior award to enter), Grand National Award
5. Dec 2025, AACA National Award 
6. Dec 2025, AACA Zenith Award Nominated, Event taking place in Allentown, PA August 19-22 2026

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See a closer look at the chassis and engine before the body was mounted at our blog post: 1970 Monte Carlo Chassis

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