Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Production period:	1969-2007
Class :	upper middle class
Body versions :	Coupe

The Chevrolet Monte Carlo was an upper middle class coupé offered from the end of 1969 to autumn 1988 and again from autumn 1994 to mid-2007 by the American car brand Chevrolet, which belongs to the automobile manufacturer General Motors .

Technically, the Monte Carlo was based on the brand's respective intermediate sedan models; between 1989 and 1993 the name was not used, instead there was a corresponding Chevrolet Lumina Coupé. Parallel models of the Monte Carlo from the other GM brands were the Pontiac Grand Prix , the Oldsmobile Cutlass - and the Buick Regal Coupé.

Monte Carlo (series 138 / 1A / 1H, 1969–1977)

Monte Carlo 138 (1969–1971) Monte Carlo 1H (1972–1975) Monte Carlo 1A (1976–1977)
Chevrolet Monte Carlo (138 series, 1970–1971)
Production period:	1969-1977
Body versions :	Coupe
Engines:	Petrol engines : 5.0–7.5 liters (104–335 kW)
Length:	5232-5418 mm
Width:	1971 mm
Height:	1341 mm
Wheelbase :	2945 mm
Empty weight :	1567-1770 kg

At the end of 1969, Chevrolet launched the two-door Coupé Monte Carlo as an inexpensive entry into the then class of personal luxury cars . Technically, it was based on the Chevrolet Chevelle at the same time , differed from the coupé version of the Chevelle in terms of style and rested on the longer wheelbase of the Chevelle sedan. In addition to the basic model, a sporty Super Sport (SS) version was available. The engines ranged from the 5.7 liter V8 engine (253 SAE PS / 186 kW) to the 7.5 liter V8 engine (456 SAE PS / 335 kW) in the SS 454. In 1972 the SS was discontinued 454, the most powerful engine available was now a 274 hp (201 kW) variant of the 7.5 liter engine.

Chevrolet Monte Carlo
(Series 1H, 1973–1974)

Chevrolet Monte Carlo
(Series 1A, 1976–1977)

In the summer of 1972, the mid-range Chevrolet was renewed with the same wheelbase and identical technology, which also affected the Monte Carlo, which received a new body. The Monte Carlo Landau was introduced as a luxury version.

Until 1977 there were the usual annual small facelifts with changes to the radiator grille and trim. In 1976 the Monte Carlo received double headlights arranged vertically one above the other. At the same time, the displacement of the base engine was reduced to 5.0 liters (142 PS / 104 kW) and the 7.5-liter engine was eliminated, the largest machine was now a 6.6-liter V8 engine (177 PS / 130 kW) . In the following year, this engine was also canceled and replaced by a 5.7-liter engine with four-way carburetor (172 hp / 126 kW).

Quantity:

• 1969–1972: 439.393 (incl. 5742 SS 454)
• 1972-1977: 1,569,125

Monte Carlo / Monte Carlo SS (Series 1A / 1G, 1977–1988)

Monte Carlo 1A (1977–1984) Monte Carlo 1G (1985–1988) Monte Carlo SS 1G (1987–1988)
Chevrolet Monte Carlo (Series 1G, 1985–1988)
Production period:	1977-1988
Body versions :	Coupe
Engines:	Petrol engines : 3.3-5.0 liters (104-135 kW)
Length:	5090-5164 mm
Width:	1816 mm
Height:	1382 mm
Wheelbase :	2745 mm
Empty weight :	1377-1558 kg

In the fall of 1977, Chevrolet presented a heavily shrunk mid-range model range, still with rear-wheel drive.

The Monte Carlo was based on the new Chevrolet Malibu , measured in length instead of 542 centimeters only 509 centimeters and in the basic version with almost 1400 kilograms was a good 350 kilograms lighter than before. The styling, which was perceived as typical of Monte Carlo, with bulged fenders was retained. For the first time, the basic engine was a six-cylinder, 3.3-liter V6 engine (96 PS / 71 kW), followed by a 3.8-liter V6 engine with 117 PS (86 kW) and a five-liter V8 engine, the 147 PS (107 kW) made. In 1979, a 4.4-liter V8 engine (127 hp / 93 kW) added to the engine range, in 1980 a 3.8-liter V6 turbo engine (172 hp / 126 kW) supplied by Buick was added, during the small six cylinder engine was omitted.

Chevrolet Monte Carlo
(Series 1A, 1977–1984)

After the small facelifts common in the US industry with a modified grille and chrome trim had taken place in the individual model years, the Monte Carlo underwent a thorough facelift for the 1981 model year with the aim of making it aerodynamically cheaper and more economical. The front was flat, created the rear is higher and the rear side windows now closed flush with the body down, characterized fell c _W value by ten percent. The five-liter V8 engine was omitted (except in California).

While the Malibu was successively replaced from 1982 by the Chevrolet Celebrity with front-wheel drive, the previous Monte Carlo remained on offer. In 1982, the turbo engine was no longer offered, but two diesel engines were new, a V6 engine with 4.3 liters displacement and 86 hp (63 kW) and a 5.7 liter V8 engine with 106 hp (78 kW) ). In 1983, the five-liter gasoline engine came back into the range (152 PS / 112 kW), as well as a sports version of the Monte Carlo SS with a high-performance version of this engine with (177 PS / 130 kW). The SS had no chrome jewelry and a separate, slightly angled front section. In 1984 the V6 diesel engine was discontinued and the five-liter engine in the SS increased to 183 hp (135 kW); A four-speed automatic was also new. From 1985, a 4.3 liter V6 engine (132 hp / 97 kW) served as the new base engine. Until the end of production in the summer of 1988, only details were changed.

Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
(Series 1G, 1987–1988)

1986 and 1987 Chevrolet offered the Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupé in addition to the regular basic and SS models; it was a special version of the SS with a curved rear window that was pulled further back to improve aerodynamics. The Monte Carlo served as a starting point for Chevrolet in NASCAR racing, where good aerodynamics of the body are very important, and the Aerocoupé served as a homologation model for the aerodynamic windshield.

1,668,579 copies of the second generation Monte Carlo were produced in 11 years, of which 6,262 were Aerocoupé.

Monte Carlo (Series 1W, 1994-2007)

Monte Carlo 1W (1995-2007)
Chevrolet Monte Carlo (1994-1999)
Production period:	1994-2007
Body versions :	Coupe
Engines:	Petrol engines : 3.1-5.3 liters (112-226 kW)
Length:	4996-5098 mm
Width:	1842-1852 mm
Height:	1367-1417 mm
Wheelbase :	2730 mm
Empty weight :	1492 - approx. 1700 kg

With the introduction of the second generation of the Chevrolet Lumina in autumn 1994, the former Lumina Coupé was marketed under the revived name Monte Carlo.

A basic model called LS was offered with a 3.1-liter V6 engine (160 hp / 119 kW) and the sports version under the designation Z 34, powered by a DOHC V6 engine that had a maximum displacement of 3.4 liters Output of 210 hp (157 kW). Both engines were coupled with a four-speed automatic transmission as standard .

In the 1996 model year, the maximum output of the 3.4-liter engine, which was now also available in the basic Monte Carlo for an extra charge, was increased to 215 hp (160 kW), and the Z 34 received disc brakes on all four wheels.

In the 1998 model year, the 3.4-liter engine gave way to a larger OHV V6 engine with a displacement of 3.8 liters (200 hp / 149 kW).

Around 350,000 copies of the first front-wheel drive Monte Carlo were built by summer 1999.

1999

In autumn 1999, a new Monte Carlo appeared based on the new Chevrolet Impala, which was introduced at the same time . This lengthened the wheelbase by about 75 mm (3 "), while the external length of the vehicle was about 50 mm (2") shorter.

While the factory had provided the predecessor with a smooth, no-frills body, earlier Monte Carlo generations were cited in the successor in the form of strongly pronounced beads on the fenders. A Monte Carlo LS (3.1 liter V6 engine, 180  hp / 134 kW) and an SS (V6 engine, 3.8 liter displacement, 200 hp / 149 kW) were again offered, plus one from model year 2004 SS Supercharged with 3.8 liter V6 supercharged engine with 240 hp (179 kW) maximum output. In this model year (2004), several special models were launched: Monte Carlo Intimidator SS (number: 4000) in honor of Dale Earnhardt Sr., Dale Earnhardt Jr. Signature Series Supercharged SS (number: 2883). In the previous model years it was the Dale Earnhardt Signature Edition (model year 2002, items: 3333) and the Jeff Gordon Signature Edition (model year 2003, items: 2424); in the following model year 2005 the Tony Stewart Signature Series (number: 1020).

2005

In mid-2005 the Monte Carlo received a comprehensive facelift, at the same time the model range was restructured and now comprised LS (3.5-liter V6 engine, 211 hp / 157 kW), LT and LTZ (3.5-liter engine or 3.9 liter engine, 242 hp / 180 kW) and SS (5.3 liter V8 engine, 303 hp / 226 kW).

On June 19, 2007, production of the Monte Carlo was ended. As a result of the fact that no series vehicles with the name Monte Carlo were produced from model year 2008, the name was also exchanged for the Impala SS for the NASCAR racing vehicles in autumn 2007 .

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  Chevrolet Monte Carlo (1999-2005)

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  Rear view of the Monte Carlo LS (1994–1999)

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  Rear view of the Monte Carlo SS (1999-2005)

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  Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (2005-2007)

Web links

Commons : Chevrolet Monte Carlo  - Collection of pictures, videos and audio files

Individual evidence

1. ↑ 1995-01 Chevrolet Lumina / Monte Carlo | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Retrieved December 3, 2018 (American English). 
2. ↑ 2000-05 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Retrieved December 3, 2018 (American English). 
3. ↑ Chevrolet Unveils Earnhardt-Themed Monte Carlos - Motor Trend. In: motortrend.com. Retrieved April 28, 2004, December 3, 2018 (American English). 
4. ↑ Chevrolet Announces Tony Stewart Signature Series Monte Carlo - Motor Trend. In: motortrend.com. August 9, 2004, Retrieved December 3, 2018 (American English). 
5. ↑ 2006-07 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Retrieved December 3, 2018 (American English). 
6. ↑ Future Chevy Monte Carlo Info, Specs & More | GM Authority. In: gmauthority.com. Retrieved on December 3, 2018 (English, GM Authority cites the (no longer online) press release from GM): “On Tuesday, June 19, 2007, the last two 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo models rolled off the line at the Oshawa Assembly Plant. The last two models were identical “SS” models with Precision Red exterior paint; Silver Rally Stripes; and Ebony Nuance leather interior. The two models features the "SS" 5.3 L V8 engine rated 303 hp (226 kW); 18-inch polished aluminum wheels; heated exterior mirrors; as well as an AM / FM / CD and XM Radio. " 
7. ↑ DAVE CALDWELL: Nascar - Chevrolet - Monte Carlo - Impala - Car of Tomorrow - The New York Times. In: nytimes.com. November 25, 2007, accessed December 3, 2018 . 

literature

• John Gunnell (Ed.): Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975. Revised 4th edition. Krause Publications Inc., Iola WI 2002, ISBN 0-87349-461-X , pp. 198-215.
• James M. Flammang, Ron Kowalke: Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1976-1999. 3rd edition. Krause Publications, Iola WI 1999, ISBN 0-87341-755-0 , pp. 200-263.

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