Monza ‘S’
Note: The Monza S was closely related to the Vega it replaced, so we’re giving it its own area.

The Monza S was offered in 1978 as a continuation of the freshly discontinued Vega. The old Vega hatchback and wagon bodies received slightly squared noses, and the Monza S name was slapped on them both.

The hatchback was a dead ringer for a Vega from the side view. The wagon even retained the Vega wagons’ the side vents on the quarter panels. These cars even retained the Vega’s less-sporty dashboards and instrument panels. The wagon was also available in Estate trim, which included woodgrain applique.

The hatchback was powered with engines the Vega never saw. Standard was the 2.5L. Optional were the 3.2L & 3.8L V6. The 308 2bbl V8 was even available. The wagon had the first three engines available as options, but the V8 was not on the option list for this body style.

The hatchback was around only for its debut year, 1978, which makes this a rare model. While not as rare, the wagon was sold through the 1979 model year.