When did the Chevy Monte Carlo SS come out?
Sam Keller attends the 30th Motor Muster, a weekend-long festival celebrating vehicles produced from 1933-1978. Gateway Classic Cars of Louisville is proud to present this 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS!
Where can I get parts for a Monte Carlo?
Dixie Monte Carlo Depot – New, used, and reproduction parts for 78-88 Chevy Monte Carlo SS, LS, CL, Chevy El Camino, and Chevy Malibu CAR Motorsports – Premium quality GM Licensed accessories including Floor Mats, Dash Covers, Trunk Kits, Hood Insulators, Carpet, Leather Seat Covers, Steering Wheel Covers, Headrests, and much more.
When was the Monte Carlo named Car of the Year?
The 1973 Monte Carlo was named „Car of the Year“ by Motor Trend on the basis of its new styling and emphasis on Euro-style ride and handling. The 1973 Monte Carlo set a new sales record for Chevrolet, with nearly 250,000 sold for the model year.
What kind of security collar do you need for a Monte Carlo?
Steadfast Security Collar for your steering column. Column Pro-Gaurd steering wheel collar security device sold at Kirban Performance website or your local Pep-Boys. Highly recommended by MonteCarloSS.com! Most SSs are stolen by breaking the steering column.
After much testing and wind tunnel work the new Monte Carlo SS was born. It was first outfitted with a base 305 V8 in 1983 which only produced a meager 165 horsepower. Realizing that it needed more, in 1984 Chevy outfitted the car with a Piggins designed 305 which wore the nameplate L69.
What are the most common problems with the Monte Carlo SS?
Common problems with the Monte Carlo SS: Transmission failure, Input shafts, 4th gear clutches> Torque Converter & TCC solenoid failure Cam failure, usually after 75k mi. (83-84) Valve seal wear, usually after 60k mi. (common with Chevy’s)
When did the Monte Carlo get a new rear window?
By 1986 the car displayed aluminum rims borrowed from the 1981 Camaro Z/28 as well as bucket seats and a third brake light. In the late 1986 a small amount of Monte Carlo’s began to emerge sporting a new rear window.