1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Consumer Reviews

Very nice first car!

Written by: roseneko on 03/24/2005

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr LS Coupe

Review

I bought my car six months ago because I needed a way to get to off-campus classes. So far I've had very few problems with her; she had a gasket that needed replacing, which only cost about $150 and for which I got the dealer to knock $500 off the price. She's a very comfortable cruiser/road- trip kind of car, but tends to be a bit heavy for simply commuting - my average mileage tends to be about 20 mpg. With gas prices skyrocketing again, that tends to stretch my budget a bit. Other than that, however, I haven't had any problems, and I love the fact that I have a slightly nicer car than most people my age. =)

Favorite Features

Comfortable seats --Well-designed interior controls --Very little engine/road noise; radio/passengers are easy to hear --Semi-luxury feel

Suggested Improvements

Large size for a coupe - makes her awkward to steer in small parking lots --Gas mileage a bit on the low side

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Good Job Chevy

Written by: Smooth Sailing on 06/24/2004

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr LS Coupe

Review

I am really impressed with this vehicle. It gives me some confidence in American cars again. This bad boy seems to be happiest on the open highway as it commands any curve and effortlessly glides up any incline I've encountered. I've used this car as a traveling salesperson and it has been better than any rental I've had to use on my sales trips. I just hit 108k and have NEVER had ANY mechanical problems. All I do is oil change every 3k and that's it....SERIOUSLY! This car is a true ROADMASTER and the epitome of just an all around good vehicle to own.

Favorite Features

Smooth Handling...excellent factory stereo system. The White w/white rims is still an eye catcher when clean and it also gives it a sporty look.

Suggested Improvements

Minor problem with the passenger window coming down slower than the driver's.

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Maybe I just have really bad luck...

Written by: headaches on 02/02/2004

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

Now that I've owned this car for four years, I'm glad to finally be getting rid of it! Talk about HEADACHES!!! Every time I fix something, there's something else waiting to go. Starting with electrical problems, the power widnows worked sporadically for months till they found the problem. Then the fuel pump went, or was it the belt tensionor that went next... I've replaced the intake gasket. Then the front hub-assemblies, half-shafts & tie- rod ends. Surprise, then the altornator went! Now the odometer has stopped & the guages have gone crazy... No waite maybe it's me going crazy! Best of all, now the whole engine needs to be resealed!

Favorite Features

The single cup-holder for all passangers was thinking! Seriously though, I like the stereo controls in the steering wheel, the car feels very sporty to drive with lots of horsepower.

Suggested Improvements

To replace the battery? removal of the windshield washer fluid tank & a frame support is necassary. For a tune up, the intake manifold along with many other components will be in your way. A bottle of asprin would fit nicly in the cup-holder. Then where would I put a cup?

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Lots of car for the money.

Written by: Not a NASCAR on 12/31/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

I bought this car because of it's high power/weight ratio, low mileage (60 k), and reasonable price (around $3800), cheap for something with this much power. But coming from a '90 MX-6 this car is a lot bigger and thirstier. It does get to 60 in under 8 seconds. But this is a big car and you won't confuse the handling with a sports car.

Favorite Features

Moves on hwy & from lights. Car looks really clean in white w/white rims. Leather is nice, has abs & 2 airbags, huge trunk, decent audio sys., dual exhaust, engine sounds great. Lots of storage spaces. No timing belt. Hit hard in rear, no damage.

Suggested Improvements

Ridiculously long/heavy doors. Seats need side bolsters. Cruise, cd chgr, kyls entry broken on delivery. Make car more sporty, less hwy cruiser: stiffen suspension, 17 in wheels, 4 wh discs. Change nose, so it looks less like Lumina. IMPROVE FUEL ECONOMY!!!

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Z34 review

Written by: Formula 350 on 11/20/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

I have owned this car from day one. It is still in great shape. You can not tell it is 8 years old. Only have 54,000 miles on it, but just replaced my second alternator. The brakes went in 30K miles and cost a lot to replace. I enjoy this car a lot. It is geared for a quick acceleration off the line. Revs to 7,000!! However, crap mileage compared to others.

Favorite Features

I like the engine even though it has some problems.

Suggested Improvements

Make the front suspension better. When you get up in speed, the car bounces around way to much. My Firebird will hug the road at insane speed, this one makes you nervous.

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Awesome Car

Written by: SpeedDreamer on 09/11/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

This car is an unbelivable machine for what you get with it. The engine is a little rough around the edges but if you do a little work to it there won't be any problems for the future. I have completely tricked out my monte with the underbody kit and the ground effects with mirror tinted windows and it also has an engine that has only $1250 in work and pushes triple the amount of horsepower. A normal Z34 comes with about 225 hp mine is pushing 695 hp and can still reach higher. For those car lovers who like to do work on their cars this is one machine that should intrigue your senses. For those who really love montes this is one that you should look into.

Favorite Features

The handling and the look. The curved bottom gives it a different but good it makes it different then any other car ive seen other then the 1994 Beretta GT. The handliong is unreal on this car you can take a fairly decent corner on the thruway at 80 mph and not have any problems.

Suggested Improvements

Definently needs a better engine, this engine can reach insane amounts of horsepower if you know how to do it, but if you don't know how to work on engines is very expensive.

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I Love My Monte, but I Have to go!

Written by: Love My Monte on 08/04/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

I just love this car! It has a very nice ride, in fun to drive, and most people like the looks of this vehicle. However, the gas mileage is not too good and I have now replaced the alternator 3 times and it only has 43K miles on this car!!! If that is not bad enough, the cost to repair is outrageous. I'm so concerned about future problems that I am now considering trading in my favorite car for a more reliable one. It's really too bad that I bought it in 95'...should have waited a few years when the rating showed less problems.

Favorite Features

This car is not only an exceptional looking car, but it handle very well and is so confortable.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the alternator problems and other engine problems that the ratings show. Also, my cruise control has broken several times within the first few thousand miles. The part that keeps breaking is made of plastic and just doesn't hold up to the temperatures.

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Gotta Love This Car!!!!

Written by: Miss Mocha 55 on 07/31/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

I have only had this car for a couple of days, but I am in love!!! I live in Chicago and people ride up on me all the time looking in admiration and in hatred because I am 19 with a RED Z34!!!

Favorite Features

The steering wheel control, built in cd player and the big engine.

Suggested Improvements

Leather for all Z34's!!!! Please fix the engine probs every1 is crying about!! Needs better gas mileage and longer extended warranties!!

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'95 Monte Carlo SS

Written by: Manda on 04/12/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr Z34 Coupe

Review

Anyone who says its a bad car hasn't driven it enough! There was some known engine probs with them, and ive already replaced mine, but I think its the best car I could have. Getting ready to finish customizing it for show. Picture 20" chrome wheels on the pearl white Monte Carlo, with the ground effects skirting...... Who needs a muscle car for a hot rod?

Favorite Features

Car rides on brass rails - couldn't corner better, has plenty of power, comfortable ride, and very pleasureable to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Make it so that the interior has a longer life, and I dont have to glue my upholstry and door panels back on.

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For sale 1995 Monte Carlo

Written by: craig snyder on 03/10/2003

Vehicle

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2 Dr LS Coupe

Review

Engine V-6. The exterior is dark blue with 2 or 3 very small dings on the doors. The windows don't have any cracks. It has never been in an accident and has always been garaged. The interior is in very good condition. The air conditioning, gages, electric defroster in the back window and all power accessories are in working condition. Tires and brakes are in good conditon also.

Favorite Features

The blue interior, bucket seats, door locks, automatic trunk release, cruise control and radio cassette player and ease of driving are features we enjoy.

Suggested Improvements

The car is in very good condition. Wouldn't do anything to it.

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