1980 Chevrolet Monza Spyder review from North America
"Absolutely the best car on the road!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing yet, but it is a collector car so I don't expect anything, since it doesn't get driven much.
I have had 3 Monza's previously (all 1980 Sport Hatchback's or Spyder's)
The only problem encountered was the low oil pressure that this engine was infamous for. Thicker viscosity oil is a quick fix for this problem.
General comments?
I love the Monza, absolutely love it. I'm restoring an '80 Spyder at the moment and this one I have listed is a mint condition factory original unmodified gem.
My previous Monza's were a Coupe and a Sport Hatchback, both performed admirably and were reliable and had good performance for the time.
Can't wait to drop a small block V8 into the Spyder!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1980 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Buick 3.8L 231 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 47000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Monza |
| Date of Entry | 4th February, 2003 |