Used 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Consumer Reviews
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Dissapointed, 07/14/2006
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Battery was bad at 10,000 miles. Head gasket blown at 45,000 miles (constant low coolant light on = expensive repair). Fuel injectors bad at 25,000 miles (cleaned). Engine mounts replaced at 60,000 miles (very expensive). AC controls bad at 40,000 miles. Electronic module computer bad at 60,000 miles (replaced = very expensive) Mechanic at the dealer's said he has seen these problems repeated over and over with this model. Who pays for it? Who did you think? GM? Naahh... I had mechanical breakdown insurance, but had to pay $250.00 for each incident. What I saved with 0% finance, I have spent in repairs that one would never believe to occur in such a new car. No more GM! Enough!
2001 Monte
SD Beckwith, 11/21/2006
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed this car for 6 years and would buy another. The gas milelage was 22 in town and 28 mpg on the road. I had to replace the radiator fan unit this past year. My air conditioner will need to be replaced next year.
Been good to me
monte33, 01/06/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with this car and bought it when I was 7 mo pregnant. The rear seats have plenty of space and are comfy. I have tinted windows and have replaced the stock radio which greatly improved sound quality w/o getting new speakers/amp. Ibought my SS in 09/01 and about to hit 60,000 mi. and have this popping sound that's felt in the steering wheel when turning. It is bothersome and annoying. Have yet to look into the source. Rear window was replaced due to defrost not working and there's leaking in trunk ever since. Dew is in trunk and rear taillights and items in trunk are damp but there's no leak though they insist. Auto windows are slowing down now. But I still love my SS.
Best Car I have Ever Owned
LOVE MY MONTE, 01/23/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vechile in Oct '05 and I am loving it. It was a one owner vehicle and had 150,000 miles on it. It has 165,000 now and looks and runs like new. No rattles, doesn't burn any oil, drives like a new one. I would recomend this car to anyone. I contacted the original owner and he said he had no problems in the time he owned it other than a traction control malfunction that was fixed by the dealership under waranty. I drive it everyday and would reccomend this car to everyone.
This is nearly a perfect car!!!!
DBrent, 04/01/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has been outstanding! I've owned way more cars than any one person should, and it is without doubt one of the best built cars I've ever owned, second only to my K-Series Pickup. The only problem I've encountered came at 60,000 miles, a $7 temp sensor went bad. Chevy needs to take a look at the drive train in the recently retired Camaro. This car with that drive train under it would without a doubt be the perfect family car, as it is a little on the heavy side for a V6. The interior is solid, roomy and comfy. When the options are maxed out (leather, sunroof, OnStar, etc.) this truly is a very luxurious car.
Chevy Excellence
WOLFMAN, 02/26/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Gotta love it! Great looks, great ride. Black w/dark tint looks like an intimidator on the road. Get looks from everyone who likes cars and from many who normally wouldn't notice. Have been a mechanic for 20 yrs. and from a repair standpoint this car is exceptionaly built, keeping it simple and yet having all the amenities of a far more costly car. When it does have to be worked on it is roomy and straightforward for the repair tech, which will make him/her smile while performing the repairs needed. Will be purchasing another SS to hotrod and park beside our '81 Monte Carlo. Nothing else has enough class to wear a bowtie other than a Chevy!
Still enjoy drving it
Russ, 06/06/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It's a good daily driver that still turns heads almost like when it was new. I only drive about 11k mi. per year, but take some 7+ hour road trips. It's a big comfy car that looks sporty and gets great gas mileage. Seems very stable at high speeds. I got an extended warranty still in effect which has paid off. Stuff that failed: hazard flashers in 1st year; 3 year - main computer died as did the battery; 5-year - catalytic converter failed and burned up the intake manifold and seals, alternator went out, in the shop several times for the intermediate steering shaft (fixed now?), and a front wheel bearing went out. Some other weird computer quirks with interior lights and auto locks.
Made on a Monday??
Not so pleased, 04/25/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The engine light came on one day after I had it. It took 4 tries for the dealership to finally fix it. Since then, the engine light has come on numerous times. I've had 3 parts replaced in less than 2 years. Thank goodness for OnStar. I'm looking for another type of car after only 2 years of having the car to avoid buying the extended warranty. The car looks great, but if I'm worried about it getting me where I need to go that's pretty pointless.
A Sweet Ride, My Monte
sleestak, 10/31/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car gets looks everywhere I go. Very big trunk. Nice stereo. Power everything. Lots of car for the money.
I love this car!
1 HOT MONTE CARLO SS, 10/31/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got an '01 Monte Carlo and have the best time driving it! Love the room and power. Much has improved since the 90's that I had. I would keep buying this car as long as it keeps on giving me good service. And for those other guys who say that their Monte Carlo is junk then they must be doing something wrong! Because funny thing i have naver had any trouble with my cars like that.
Love my SS
Ziggy, 01/19/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I hadn't seen many on the road before I got my SS until a buddy of mine drove up in one. I fell in love instantly. I still get looks today. Very distinctive styling makes it unlike anything on the road. The hints of older Monte styling are perfect. Interior is very comfortable for every day driving as well as long trips. Controls are nicely placed and very functional, especially the steering wheel mounted stereo and cruise controls. Had good pick up and a very tight suspension for those fast turns. Do wish a V8, manual transmission would be offered with rear wheel drive. Overall, a well built coupe that's very fun to drive.
A Gift From God
Hann, 05/27/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Buying a new car is usually a hit or miss afair. My first new car was a Dodge Stratus, give me a break. Nothing but trouble and oil leaks. So I went looking for something differnt. When I saw the white Monte in the showroom, I was hooked. After the test drive I bought the car without remorse. A very sporty and higher performance car with family sedan gas mileage. To anyone thinking about an SS, just take one for a spin.....WOW!
Very nice car
toegar, 06/03/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My car has been a pleasure to drive. It has the pick up when you need it. It takes corners tight and with ease. The car gets a lot of compliments from stangers. I'm 47 and never had this much fun with a car. The car has had no no major problems. I store it in the garage over the winter.
Only one problem so far
murf, 12/01/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have owned this car for two years.2nd owner. Had to replace rotors and right front hub assembly, may have to do left also. Have to buy whole assembly to replace which is more expensive. Had to replace catalytic converter, but was still under 80000 miles warranty. Love car, flashy, would have probably bought the SS for more power but is still one nice vehicle. I have not had some of the problems others have reported( knock on wood), but we do drive it conservatively. I would recommend this vehicle to others.
From the brink
Michael Rae , 05/04/2020
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was sitting in the back of the shop with a blown engine so for 1500 dollars in 2016 I got it got an L36 engine from 2009 Buick with 40k replaced all the mechanical parts put a shift kit into the transmission for about 8k in parts and labor there are only a few cars who can pass me at will and their all high dollar v8s and its eats those v6 Lexus lunch I LOVE this car so much I quit driving my 1989 box Chevy I like old cars and giving them the Mike brewer treatments (wheeler dealer) only difference this one was a keeper
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Great first car
RyGuyLeNacho, 02/01/2022
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought mine with 200k miles on it, someone had tuned it in the past and decked it out with a cold air intake, supercharger and a fantastic stereo system in it. The problems I’ve had with this car were my own fault, being a new driver of an old sports car, I pushed it to some crazy limits and poked some holes in my power steering and coolant hoses, but it didn’t seem to matter because the Monte seemed to forget everything by tomorrow and work like new the next day. I have had a lot of fun with it, and after some routine cleaning, I hope the next person who owns her enjoys her just as much
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Can't believe there's not more recalls on this vehicle
eyzofblue72, 06/03/2011
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2001 car brand new in Nov 2000. Within the 1st year the driver seat heater went out - so had that replaced. Since then, I have had to have my catalytic converter replaced which now as I have been doing research found out it would have been covered under a Special Policy Adjustment - Catalytic Converter #05551 -(09/14/2005) Models: 2001-02 CHEVROLET IMPALA, MONTE CARLO EQUIPPED WITH 3.4L (RPO LA1 - VIN E) OR 3.8L (RPO L36 - VIN K) V6 ENGINE. Which surprisingly GM didn't bother to send. Now 4 years later, my catalytic converter needs to be replaced again. My security light has been on since 50k miles and I've had to replace my 4th gear shaft and the list goes on.
Never ever ever again
gene , 08/31/2009
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is the biggest piece of junk! Soon as I got it I noted that water was leaking in from the firewall thanks to the cabin air filter being under the window wipers stupid location, hard to fix, impossible to replace a blown speaker in the back, blows fuses for back up lights regularly, horrible suspension and creaks over every bump and feels floaty, had to replace the driver side wheel hub assembly at 62,000 miles cant be left for over two days with out it being dead dude to electronic draw, exhaust rattles thanks to design, traction to sensitive, and kicks in at weird times. A horrible gm design and poorly engineered! No gm crap for me any more, reconsider if you want one
Excellent fuel mileage
Kenny in NM, 06/13/2010
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought in 2003 with 17,000 Miles. Replaced CV joints at 70K. New Plugs wires at 100K. Just drove from NM to AL and back for vacation and got 32 MPG on first tank of fuel (Night-time Driving With a/c off). Averaged 25.7 MPG for the total 3068 miles driven.
Don't buy it
SERGE, 07/07/2009
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with the car on a rental. Was very pleased with power,comfort and fuel efficiency. When a similar used SS came up at the local dealer,I couldn't help buying it.Loved the car Around 70000 KM, it started showing problems, acceleration seemed to miss, transmission shifting hard. These problems increased and now at 120000 KM, I had to spend 2000$ to get it to work so-so. Mass flow sensor was bad, I replaced both front wheel bearings, steering fluid is leaking, yellow light in dash always reporting some problem, windows wont go down on hot days,radio does stupid things, transmission shifts hard (850$ ), still hesitates at high accel. To many probs to list.
good car
ken swope, 04/20/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
would buy another one
Cheap interior, poor design
B Kohlhase, 05/28/2007
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my SS new. Transmission going now at 85k. Headliner fell behind sunroof, dealer never could fix from day one. Electrical under seat poor design. Moving seat has pulled wires. Pulled seat heater, seatbelt light flashing. Electrical is poor. Signals quit working and can hear buzzer at times. Good driving machine though and still get compliments on the car at almost 7 years old.
Love my SS
ziggy, 01/19/2003
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I hadn't seen many on the road before I got my SS until a buddy of mine drove up in one. I fell in love instantly. I still get looks today. Very distinctive styling makes it unlike anything on the road. The hints of older Monte styling are perfect. Interior is very comfortable for every day driving as well as long trips. Controls are nicely placed and very functional, especially the steering wheel mounted stereo and cruise controls. Had good pick up and a very tight suspension for those fast turns. Do wish a V8, manual transmission would be offered with rear wheel drive. Overall, a well built coupe that's very fun to drive.