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by ktryathart1 - Top 500
Sep 29 '00 - Updated Sep 30 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Comfortable ride Cons: Made during a strike period of the company...starting to fall apart.
Almost a year ago I wrote that I had found the car of my dreams. My one last fling at having a sporty-looking car. I had given my heart to the sleek seductive curves of the Monte Carlo, comfort beyond belief, step on the gas on the v-6 and your gone!...
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by KevRz
Jun 17 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Exhilarating engine, good looks, decent ride/handling, Jimmy Hoffa-sized trunk, steering wheel radio controls Cons: Reliability? Horrible front seats, entry/exit a problem, nor stick/rear-wheel-drive
This is a review of a 1996 Monte Carlo Z34, the Monte Carlo that is far more attractive than the all-new 2000 model. However I came to find out during my marriage to the 96 Z34 that beauty needs to run more than just skin deep.
At first...
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by Magick1 - Top 500
Nov 28 '00 - Updated Jan 27 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Nice seats, decent looking car Cons: everything else The Bottom Line: Warranty was a blessing, the vehicle was overall a disappointment
I have had the privilege/unfortunate experience to own two newer Monte Carlo Z34's within the past two and a half years.
This was my first brand new vehicle in my life. My husband and I purchased a 1996 Monte Carlo Z34. We were both...
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by JennieM
Mar 31 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Great-looking car Cons: Too many to list here. The Bottom Line: Be very cautious with this model year. I've heard of a few good experiences, but also very many bad experiences.
Unfortunately, I am one of the people that bought one of these out of the bad batch. I have heard of others with good experiences, but here's my bad one. I bought my car brand new in 1996 with 28 miles on it. Almost immediately I started having...
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by Kissikins - Top 1000
Jan 22 '00 - Updated Mar 18 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Roomy,attractive, handles well Cons: poor designed trunk,washer fluid clogs in winter
After car shopping for two weeks, I decided on the Monte Carlo and for the most part have been extremely pleased with it.
Most of the newer cars aren't large enough to hold a family of 5 but this one is. I'm happy with the overall performance...
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by b96m
Nov 07 '05 - Updated Nov 15 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Spacious interior, beautiful looks, big trunk, smooth driving, low maintenance Cons: Rear blind spots, rear seat entry/exit, power (LS), hubcaps/ steel wheels (LS) The Bottom Line: Smooth, sporty car for a good price, definitely pick one up. With the depreciation of value of American cars, you should be able to pick one up cheap.
My parents bought this car as for a daily driver for my mom, right off the showroom floor. After a few years of her driving it back and forth to work, I turned 16 and it was handed down to me. There are numerous things I like about this vehicle, and ...
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by tshavlik
Apr 17 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: V6 engine, Good traction, nice features, large trunk, runs smooth, No major problems, security system Cons: Power windows skew out, ineffective windshield sprayer, anti-lock brakes in and out, wipers need adjustment The Bottom Line: This Car has performed well even at a higher mileage. It will run well if taken care of. Check closely before buying it used.
I recently purchased a 1996 Monte Carlo LS and am overall pleased with its performance. When I bought it there was 107,400 miles on the car. It has performed very well for me over the past months. The features included were very nice. Most models ...
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by jared_ellars
Aug 18 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Great design, fast, rommy Cons: Lots of problems with engine and electrical
Problems from the start
This is not my car but my Mom's car. SHe bought it used with 45,000 miles on it. At first we both loved the car. It was fun and quick, though we noticed that it started funny and the gas mileage was not all that great....
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by melissajoan
Sep 20 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Fun to drive Cons: Transmission problems
I purchased my Monte Carlo new in 1996, and I really enjoyed it for the first 3.5 years. In fact, when it's working properly, it's still a lot of fun to drive. In December 1999, my transmission went out at 58,000 miles. About two months later, I also...
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by ktryathart1 - Top 500
Dec 21 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: The sleek look, power and feel of the car Cons: Possible candidate for a speeding ticket
Being a baby boomer, I never thought I would find another car to replace the heart of my heart a '71 mustang. But alas, I have given my heart to another. The sleek seductive curves of the Monte Carlo, comfort beyond belief, step on the gas on the v-6 and...
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by montecarloman
Jun 11 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Reliability 12 years of great service no major issues Great Factory tires Getting 20mpg city Cons: That the greatness of this car won't last forever. The Bottom Line: If you want a mid size quality sports carlike ride this is the one for you.
Everyone gets a lemon every now and then and those that are complaining about this car just probably are paying their Karma price for something else they did bad in life. This car (1996) model has been a great vehicle for 12 years now for me and ...
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by Fialchar
Jan 20 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: fast, powerful, stylish Cons: not a good beginners car
Hi, I am writing a review about this car because it is one of the 3 cars that I own . The model i have is a 1996 Chevy Monte Carlo Z34, it has all leather, and it came with regular seats, but I had power seats installed afterwards. In the car itself, I...
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by hot2def02
Apr 30 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: A sport luxury car. Comfortable seats and plenty of space. Very fast for a v-6 Cons: Gas is horrible. It feels like you are paying for a v-8. The Bottom Line: I would recommend it for anyone. It is the same style as mine so i know it would be just as good.
I bought this car 5 months ago and have had not a single problem with it. It has very fast acceleration and runs smooth. It is sporty on the outside and makes you feel your in luxury on the inside. It definitely catches attention. The one I purchased is...
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by angel_legz
Nov 05 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes 
Pros: great look, roominess & DURABILITY Cons: lack of features, transmission & various minor malfunctions The Bottom Line: This car is a reliable choice for a school car. Fear not about sending your child away to college if they drive away in a Monte Carlo.
I have had far fewer issues with my used Monte Carlo than most people have noted. Being 6'0 tall, I could comfortably sit in every seat in the car. One complaint that I had with the look is the similarity to its 4-door counter, the Lumina. As the car...
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