1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo review from North America
"Power and reliability in a classic American package"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator had to be replaced twice.
Headliner had to be replaced.
Fuel gauge replaced.
General comments?
This car is the car I'd choose to be driving if I was being pursued by the Police or Satan himself.
It was big and heavy. Like driving your living room couch. But it took all the abuse heaved upon it and asked for more.
The 5 liter engine created great get up and go. It handled great as long as you were only going in a straight line. Precise cornering was not a asset it possessed.
The split bench seat killed your back on long rides.
Other than a few minor repairs, this car performed surprisingly well. I sold it after accumulating 145,000 miles and was sad after I did. It was big and clumsy, and I still miss it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1984 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 145000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 25th September, 2001 |