Highest Rated Review by the Community
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Jul 06 '00
Pros: sporty looks, comfortable seats, safe
Cons: slow heating
Summary: When we went shopping for a new car, my priority was a fun, comfortable car for my wife and daughter. My wife's priority was "Something bigger than a shoe-box!". Many of the cars we looked at meet my criteria, but not hers.
Then ... read more
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Sep 30 '01
Pros: Lots of room, Powerful, Stylish Design, all around a good-looking car
Cons: Costly Repairs, Known Engine Trouble with the 3.4l (z34) (yes, I have one)
Summary: I Recently Bought A 1997 Monte Carlo Z34. It had 64k on it when I bought it used a few months ago. It’s a neat car, Roomy Interior, Decent Engine Power and a stylish design, but I fully understand some of the problems and frustrations that several other ... read more
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Jun 14 '01
Pros: good looking, comfortable, runs great
Cons: none
Summary: I have always liked the new monte carlos since they came back out with them around '95. I am a truck person, Monte Carlos are the only car I like. I don't even like camaros or mustangs. About 6 months ago I went shopping for a new/used car. I found a ... read more
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Oct 08 '00
Pros: Comfortable, Smooth, Sleek
Cons: Problem after Problem
Summary: My mother purchased a 1997 Monte Carlo Z34 new, and our entire family was very excited, but that excitement waned over the past 3 years to become an eventual frustration.
The car was very attractive, and came with every option including ... read more
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Aug 29 '00
Pros: Great price, long life, sporty appearance, nice ride
Cons: Sometimes you can tell it's a Chevy- some cut corners
Summary: I'm a single male, aged 27, and I bought this car when I was 24. I can see this very car being used as a family car (at least to start). I've owned my 1997 Chevy Monte Carlo (3.1L) since September 1996. It's been very good with a few minor exceptions. ... read more
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May 05 '00
Pros: handling, pickup, lots of options, very spacious in the front
Cons: a little crowded in the back
Summary: I purchased a 1997 model Monte Carlo from a used dealer about a year and a half ago. There were very few miles on it, and I got it for much cheaper than I expected. I used to own an old Monte Carlo, and usually love most old cars, but this one ... read more
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Jan 25 '00
Pros: Roomy, and decent power
Cons: none really
Summary: About 2 years ago i went out to my local cheverlet dealer and traded a Grand Prix for a Monte Carlo. The best thing was that it wasnt too muche with the trade in of my Grand Prix. I bought the car because i thought that i needed a new car and i ... read more
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Jan 08 '00
Pros: speed, comfort, smooth driving, responsivness, gorgeous car!
Cons: big doors, small back seat, passenger side could have more leg room
Summary: The Monte Carlo is tops in it's class for roominess, comfort, style and affordability. When I was searching for a new car, the Monte Carlo was the first and only car in my price range which allowed me the cool sleek look of a sports car along with the ... read more
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Jan 08 '00
Pros: comfort, reliability, safety, ride
Cons: understeer
Summary: I bought my Monte Carlo LS new in 1997. It has 70,000 mi. on it today. All I have done is change oil every 6,000 miles and replaced the serpentine belt at 40,000 mi. I have not replaced the spark plugs or even put a wrench on the engine for any ... read more
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Dec 17 '99
Pros: Roomy, comfortable, price
Cons: gas mileage, quality of craftsmanship
Summary: The 1997 Chevy, Monte Carlo is one of those automobile that falls into the "everybody has one" category. This is true, you see them everywhere, but I am sure there are some people driving them around, just as I am that are somewhat ... read more
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Dec 12 '99
Pros: Looks, Economy,Handling,Comfort,reliable
Cons: Back seat not very good for adults
Summary: I love this this car. When I went looking for a new car I was looking for a bigger car. I saw this car on the lot and knew it was mine.
I had driven a lot of cars and looked around for sometime before deciding on this car.( I only looked at GM ... read more
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Aug 22 '07
Pros: trunk space, interior finishing, leather seats, engine reliability
Cons: doesn't stand out, only 160hp in the ls
Summary: I was 16 when I bought my 1997 monte carlo ls 3.1 for my first car which was about a year and a half ago. So far I havent had any major mechanical problems and shes still running strong at 150,000 miles. When I was looking for a car to buy I wanted
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Mar 06 '05
Pros: Non
Cons: Longterm VERY costly
Summary: Fun to drive but hard on the wallet. When the timing belt goes at about 80,000 miles it costs about $2,000 to have it fixed.
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