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motley1987 · 06-01-2013, 12:07 PM

So I came across a 70 monte carlo that a friend of mine's father had in a garage for years. Problem is, I'm guessing the windows were closed and the inside never had a chance to dry out while it was in storage. When I walked up to it I could smell the musty odor from 15 feet away. When I looked inside the smell was worse and the door panels had small white dots on them which I'm guessing is mold? The cloth bench seat also felt damp. I didn't feel the carpet but that probably was damp as well. My question is, what would be involved in getting the smell/mold out of the car? I would think a new carpet and upholstery would be a must. Would a strong cleaner take care of the door panels? Also, are there any other areas that would need addressing, like inside the door panels or the air vents? The car will be up for sale in the next few months so I wanted to know how bad of a situation this is if I wanted to try to buy it. The body looked good but the battery was out so I haven't heard it run yet. Thanks for any help or tips.

Ben

Overflow · 06-01-2013, 12:23 PM

Define "years". As in can you estimate a number?

DesertCamaro · 06-01-2013, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by motley1987

So I came across a 70 monte carlo that a friend of mine's father had in a garage for years. Problem is, I'm guessing the windows were closed and the inside never had a chance to dry out while it was in storage. When I walked up to it I could smell the musty odor from 15 feet away. When I looked inside the smell was worse and the door panels had small white dots on them which I'm guessing is mold? The cloth bench seat also felt damp. I didn't feel the carpet but that probably was damp as well. My question is, what would be involved in getting the smell/mold out of the car? I would think a new carpet and upholstery would be a must. Would a strong cleaner take care of the door panels? Also, are there any other areas that would need addressing, like inside the door panels or the air vents? The car will be up for sale in the next few months so I wanted to know how bad of a situation this is if I wanted to try to buy it. The body looked good but the battery was out so I haven't heard it run yet. Thanks for any help or tips.

Ben

If it was ME, and the car was worth it, completely new upholstery would be in order. I imagine that you could find everything from carpet, seat covers, headliner and door cards. While everything's out scrub the entire interior with bleach. Complete HVAC disassembly as well. I don't f*ck around with mold that stuff can kill you.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-01-2013, 12:30 PM

I'd pass. Unless it was a really good deal. In which case I'd be ripping the thing apart the minute it entered my garage and cleaning everything.

motley1987 · 06-01-2013, 12:41 PM

I would say at least 10 years, maybe up to 15. The roof looked in good shape so even if the garage roofed leaked i cant figure out how it got so moldy inside. I was thinking the same thing about it being worth it if it was a good deal. I figured I'd be using bleach and ripping everything out as soon as I got it. Thanks for the info!

its a syn · 06-01-2013, 12:45 PM

Year One is drooling as we speak! lol!

motley1987 · 06-01-2013, 12:51 PM

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Year One is drooling as we speak! lol!

That's what I'm afraid of. Last time I restored a car I went crazy and ran up a hefty credit card balance. Now I'd try to be more patient and do as much as I can myself instead of just replacing everything.

upflying · 06-01-2013, 05:07 PM

If you have moisture, you have rust.
I would guess the floor pans are gone.
Poke around on the floor if you plan on buying it.

motley1987 · 06-01-2013, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by upflying

If you have moisture, you have rust.
I would guess the floor pans are gone.
Poke around on the floor if you plan on buying it.

I never thought about the rust. They have a 69 corvair that might be in better condition with less issues than this one so maybe ill look at that one more closely.

ToolFan66 · 06-01-2013, 07:26 PM

70 Monte is my Favorite Monte..

Angrybird 12 · 06-01-2013, 07:42 PM

I have found out its a lot cheaper to buy one already restored. You will never get your money back out of it if you do a complete restoration unless you can do everything yourself and have plenty of time.
With the mold you mention and dampness of the seat I bet there is a lot of hidden damage.

ChrisBlair · 06-01-2013, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by upflying

If you have moisture, you have rust.
I would guess the floor pans are gone.
Poke around on the floor if you plan on buying it.

QFT

Buying a complete car- restored or not- that is sound is a much, much, much better than dealing with a swampy car

Sir Nuke · 06-01-2013, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by DesertCamaro

If it was ME, and the car was worth it, completely new upholstery would be in order. I imagine that you could find everything from carpet, seat covers, headliner and door cards. While everything's out scrub the entire interior with bleach. Complete HVAC disassembly as well. I don't f*ck around with mold that stuff can kill you.

+100

King T · 06-02-2013, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by motley1987

I never thought about the rust. They have a 69 corvair that might be in better condition with less issues than this one so maybe ill look at that one more closely.

I love Corvairs! 1969 was the rarest year with only 6,000 made.

06-01-2013, 12:07 PM	#1
motley1987 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 456	1970 Monte Carlo barn find So I came across a 70 monte carlo that a friend of mine's father had in a garage for years. Problem is, I'm guessing the windows were closed and the inside never had a chance to dry out while it was in storage. When I walked up to it I could smell the musty odor from 15 feet away. When I looked inside the smell was worse and the door panels had small white dots on them which I'm guessing is mold? The cloth bench seat also felt damp. I didn't feel the carpet but that probably was damp as well. My question is, what would be involved in getting the smell/mold out of the car? I would think a new carpet and upholstery would be a must. Would a strong cleaner take care of the door panels? Also, are there any other areas that would need addressing, like inside the door panels or the air vents? The car will be up for sale in the next few months so I wanted to know how bad of a situation this is if I wanted to try to buy it. The body looked good but the battery was out so I haven't heard it run yet. Thanks for any help or tips. Ben __________________ 2011 IOM 1LT RS. K&N Typhoon CAI; Sequential taillights, SLP faded gill overlays, VMAX CNC ported TB, RX Ported IM, RX breather, 3/8" Black Ice-olator, OEM STB, 4 gauge pack, Alpine amp and sub, convertible spoiler, IOM painted rear diffuser, SS front and rear sways, SS front and rear struts and springs, Street Scene front splitter, IOM hideaway headlight covers, 5% window tint.

06-01-2013, 12:23 PM	#2
Overflow Space Shuttle Aficionado Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 30,899 View My Garage	Define "years". As in can you estimate a number? __________________

06-01-2013, 12:30 PM	#4
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	I'd pass. Unless it was a really good deal. In which case I'd be ripping the thing apart the minute it entered my garage and cleaning everything. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

06-01-2013, 12:41 PM	#5
motley1987 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 456	I would say at least 10 years, maybe up to 15. The roof looked in good shape so even if the garage roofed leaked i cant figure out how it got so moldy inside. I was thinking the same thing about it being worth it if it was a good deal. I figured I'd be using bleach and ripping everything out as soon as I got it. Thanks for the info! __________________ 2011 IOM 1LT RS. K&N Typhoon CAI; Sequential taillights, SLP faded gill overlays, VMAX CNC ported TB, RX Ported IM, RX breather, 3/8" Black Ice-olator, OEM STB, 4 gauge pack, Alpine amp and sub, convertible spoiler, IOM painted rear diffuser, SS front and rear sways, SS front and rear struts and springs, Street Scene front splitter, IOM hideaway headlight covers, 5% window tint.

06-01-2013, 12:45 PM	#6
its a syn B.O.D. 02/16/10 Drives: 2010 SGM Sp. Edition 2017 RS Conver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Albia,Iowa Posts: 3,959 View My Garage	Year One is drooling as we speak! lol! __________________

06-01-2013, 05:07 PM	#8
upflying Drives: '86 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,119	If you have moisture, you have rust. I would guess the floor pans are gone. Poke around on the floor if you plan on buying it.

06-01-2013, 07:26 PM	#10
ToolFan66 Drives: 2011 2SS 6.2L W/RS package Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,008	70 Monte is my Favorite Monte.. __________________ KooKs LT Headers, Borla S-Type cat back, RotoFab CAI, Bo White PTB, RMCR tune...

06-01-2013, 07:42 PM	#11
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,547	I have found out its a lot cheaper to buy one already restored. You will never get your money back out of it if you do a complete restoration unless you can do everything yourself and have plenty of time. With the mold you mention and dampness of the seat I bet there is a lot of hidden damage. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!