2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS review from North America
"An attractive Super Sport speed machine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far I have only had a few problems with the vehicle, none of which however have been serious or affected the cars ability to drive.
The traction control doesn't work, but I'm told it can be fixed relatively easily.
The battery gauge needle points down instead of up.
The temperature gauge sometimes doesn't work, which is due to a bad sensor.
The last thing is not a mechanical problem, but still a nuisance, and that is the cars gas mileage isn't the best, but it may be due to a dirty fuel filter, I'm not positive.
General comments?
The SS package makes the car look more aggressive than the basic LS models with the Silverstone Metallic ground effects, SS badges, and larger wheels and tires.
It handles amazing, especially on the freeway going around tight bends, thanks to the wide tires and heavy duty sport suspension.
The overall car is larger than most other coupes of the same year, and has a large comfortable interior with a equally large back seat area.
The engine provides plenty of power, and the transmission shifts smoothly and quickly with no "shift shock".
There is no vibration in the steering wheel when driving, due to a titanium brace in the dash.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98800 miles |
| Most recent distance | 105050 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2008 |