1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 review from North America
"Lot of space, too many repairs, not worth it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Shortly after buying the car, the timing belt went out. Had bought an extended warranty, but the warranty company wouldn't pay for it- said that timing belt has to be changed at 67,000 miles... that was before we even owed it. Dealer fixed it for free because of the discrepancies.
Two months after that, it went out again! Should have been a sign. That was a $1000 to fix.
Four months after that the intake gasket blew. That was another $1000.
Six months after that the alternator broke. Had it tested was told that it was internally short circuiting. We replaced it ourselves. What a pain. Had to take the wheel well apart and the tire off. Too much work for such a small part.
Ever since we bought it, some days you will go to start the car and it will do nothing. This is the most common when it is hot outside. Keep turning the key and about the 15th time it will start like nothing was wrong.
Cheap plastic. The center console broke.
The carpet piece on the doors peels off to easily.
The rear defrost button is a pain to turn on.
Cannot find the horn.
The hood of the car is loosing its shine. The glossy finish is wearing off.
General comments?
The car has good pick up and go.
Nice sounding exhaust.
Spacious trunk.
Spacious back seat.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 76760 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Probe |
| Date of Entry | 14th October, 2002 |