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Great except for the front brakes
bobtoski, 10/25/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Great except for the front brakes.
monte lover
magg144, 11/12/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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this is my 3rd monte, i traded in a 99 with no problems and the 02 has been trouble free also! fun to drive and sporty, i love these cars!
Highs and Lows
NASCAR3, 12/03/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had my montel carlo ss for one year now. I am pleased with the car. Im a big and tall guy and its very comfortable. I have taken several road trips in the car. I have had only one problem with the car in that the battery went dead after only one year. It was most likely just a lemon. Overall this is a great car to own. I have decided I wanted a truck and I am stuck with this car for awhile because I paid 27k for it and trade in value is 16k. Great car, just doesnt hold its value.
Love my Monte Carlo
Edward Calado, 06/13/2005
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I love the full-size feel of the Monte Carlo. It feels very substantial and is a great cruising car. Handling is good for a car of this size, and gas mileage is actually quite good for a 3.8L V6 engine. I also love the roominess of the interior. I get a lot of compliments about my Monte Carlo. I highly recommend this vehicle for its sporty performance, outstanding styling, aerodynamic design, large interior, and decent handling. The trunk is very spacious as well as the rear seat.
bad experiance
richard , 12/03/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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the monte carlo is a nice looking car, but I have encountered a great deal of trouble. The paint is defective, My hood had to be repainted three times for them to finaly replace it. my abs modulator has gone out. the car has been worked on three times for having a hard start, and the problem still exists. the dash has been repaired and/or replaced at least three times.
MONEY WELL SPENT!
MR.G, 12/11/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I NEEDED A THIRD CAR,AS A SPARE AND HELP LOWER FUEL COST FOR IN CITY DRIVING,THAT WAS EASY TO PARK.I DID RESEARCH AND STARTED LOOKING FOR THIS CAR.PAID $13500.WITH 34000 MILES.3.99% INTEREST RATE.IF YOU HAVE THE TIME YOU CAN SAVE THOUSANDS.BUT YOU HAVE TO DO YOUR HOMEWORK.
A Kick To Drive
ajwagner777, 09/25/2005
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my Monte Carlo having never owned a GM product. I must say that I am VERY pleased. The performance is great even though its not an SS, the fuel economy is awesome for the 3.4L V- 6. I had to put a set of spark plugs in it to correct hesitation. Otherwise, very solid car. I put my own after market stereo in, so if you're wanting to do that, be aware that the wiring adapter was $80. Very nice car, i feel very safe and it is a very fun car to drive. hndles very well around corners at high speeds. Would buy again, and again, and again, and again.
No more GM cars for me!
Unhappy, 04/06/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I was very disappointed by this car. I've always bought North American, but no more. First, the interior console peeled and had to argue with dealership to replace. Now, paint is peeling in large chunks in wheel wells (hear this is common), taking side body paint with it. It is covered in paint "pops" (paint popping from underneath, not ships as dealer is trying to claim). I am a former paint chemist who knows coating failure when I see it. GM should be ashamed in this day and age of putting this quality on the road. That they do nothing about it says volumes about a car manuf. that I will no longer trust.
My Monte
Monte Carlo, 03/29/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I have driven my Monte Carlo in all types of weather conditions and have had no problems. This includes rain, snow, ice and fog. I have driven it over hill and dale. Over passes, it does not lose power, even fully loaded for vacation. I have had no major problems mechincially in the time that we have owned the car.
Great Daily Driver
GsMonteCarlo1, 04/06/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I had a 1995 Monte Carlo prior to this 2002. Chevy improved the Monte Carlo greatly from 95 model to the 2000+ models. There is more room, better stereo, and bigger trunk. The styling is a lot better as well. The only thing that Chevy messed up was the integrated computer system into the radio. This creates problem with aftermarket stereos and remote starters.
Great Car!
Mike Breckle, 06/01/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I love this car. It could use a little more power but I'll say that about anything. The interior is alright although the center console has a flimsy top. Otherwise this car is definitely fun to drive and definitely looks good!
yellow is HOT
lettuce47, 04/13/2004
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Was the first yellow Monte in Pa. Love the car and the performance off the line for a V-6. Sleek body design, and the gas mileage is outstanding. Have 22k on Monte now, with absolutely no problems. Love this car...
SS is a great car!
Mark s., 03/07/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I have owned my 2002 SS for 16 months and have really enjoyed the car. Chevrolet did a great job designing this very distintive car that it not like many others. The ride is great and all controls are easy to use. The handling is great and the V6 feels like a V8. Long trips are a breeze with the very comfortable leather bucket seats.
Just Purchased Monte Carlo
Dan the man, 07/23/2004
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I was worried purchasing my first Chevy product since the early 70's & 80's. I have been very happy with my past Toyota and Honda purchases. Had no luck with Ford (Forever repairing Daily). But I use to enjoy my old GM products in my youth, so I gave Chevy another chance. So far I am really happy with the monte carlo. I like the styling and handling. I even have my daughter's child seat in the back, and that has been easier than I expected. It may still be too early to tell, with 18,000 miles but so far so good. Lets hope I don't get disappointed, I need a reliable car and if this doesn't work out, its back to Toyota for good.
Great car - Not so great interior
lilbit, 03/11/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased my Monte 9 months ago brand new and absolutely love everything about except the plastic interior around the stereo component and the console is starting to flake away. I am working on trying to get that fixed but haven't gotten anywhere yet. Other than that I have had no mechanical problems whatsoever and the car is a blast to drive.
Best car!!!
J Skogg, 12/06/2004
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Best vehicle I have ever owned. Great in snow and wet weather. Sporty look, but also great for a family vehicle. Trunk is big and fold down seats come in handy.
Hi Miler Reports on 2002 Monte Carlo
cornerpost, 03/15/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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No car of its price range is, in my opinion, more strikingly beautiful than the Monte Carlo. It looks a little bit like an old Lincoln, and with some imagination it can be your luxury car. It's harder to steer than it needs to be, more difficult to exit and enter than it should be. It lacks places right and left to put your elbows when you drive. Other than that, the entire car is engineered in a masterful way-- all parts of the car articulate well, everything works, and the sound system is truly outstanding. Car takes too rapid a price dive after purchase--buy it only if you plan on keeping it for a while.
Not so bad
TheRat, 04/01/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the third GM car that I have purchased. Love the style. Have had only one problem other then normal maintenace.
Best car I ever owned
angel, 06/08/2006
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The Chevy Monte Carlo is reliable and fun to drive. It has incredible get up and go. It handles like a dream. I love the way it just wants to go, doesn't matter if your climbing a mountain or on a flat road this car goes with no problems. I get people stopping me all the time to compliment me and ask about my car. I always tell them that if they want a sporty, roomy, fast and comfortable car that they should go out and get one. I love my car.
Great Coupe!
Dr. Rudy Turnbough, 08/12/2007
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my third Monte Carlo, and I find it better than the first two! The car is fun to drive and handles great on the snowy roads we get up north. I would recommend this vehicle to anyone that appreciates a great American personal coupe, and yes I would buy another one.
It's no Z34
Chevyguy, 03/03/2008
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I had to replace my 1994 Z34 and this was the closest thing Chevy had. Reliability has been good, performance is alright, handles good. It is an adequate replacement, but it is no Z34. I would recommend to someone that loved their Z34.
Just a Review
Just a rateing, 11/02/2007
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Love it. Looks great. Drives great. Great for maintenance costs. My only complaint: It's not a V8. 3800 series II motor is great for horsepower but it lacks the low end torque of a V8.
Wifes Baby
Wizard, 03/08/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought my wife a bright red SS for Valentines Day loaded with everything. She and I both love driving this car. Ample power, roomy, comfortable, and it does turn heads.
GREAT CAR!!
02monteSS, 05/21/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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bought a dark blue '02 monte SS in august. The car is great. I was never a fan of chevy interior, but this time they got it right. The interior is perfect. The drivetrain is great, both gas mileage and power are up there. Also, the car does very well in the snow (traction control). It is built well, the doors are thick (unlike the tin doors on the imports) and it is very save (5 star crash rating)
THE MONTE CARLO
bj khan, 05/26/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The monte carlo is a nice car it has a decent amount of power but chevy really needs to get rid of the dlat spot on second gear. Another thing is the nose dive when you brake. I have problems with the car shaking while it idle's. when i took it to the dealer they said it was normal. no i dont think so. It comes well stocked and for a stock system the 200 watt monsoon amplified system sounds good. It's a good car overall.
Love it!
brennaflower, 12/05/2007
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I love it! I have no complaints, I am proud of my purchase. Today I bought $300 worth of groceries and got all of them in the trunk! I also have a Camaro and I love it, but this car is much better for me to drive there's plenty of room for the kids, it is great!
love my monte
brenda 2, 06/25/2003
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the most comfortable, luxury,sport vehicle around. I love driving it and I also look great in it.. This vehicle will turn alot of heads when its shiny finish has just been washed.
Big coupe
phant2000, 03/21/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Lot's of room inside for a sporty coupe. Back seat is more than ample for 2 full sized adults. The 200 horsepower 3.8 liter V6 provides brisk take-offs and excellent passing. It gets great mileage for a big V6. Lot's of features like auto-dimming rearveiw, heated side mirrors, auxilliary 12V power outlet, dual zone heat and a/c. power everything
Tired of Rental Cars
fjm11516, 03/23/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I loved this car more than any I had ever owned. Then the second year came around. This car spends more time in the shop than it does at my home. I've had 3 major problem that were covered under warrenty. My warrenty ends in 700 miles and I am scared to death of what is going to happen next. Great comfort which is why I bought it. The most unreliable car ever. Run away.
Awesome
Rick1234894, 03/25/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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It's an extremely smooth ride with a good amount of power
Overall nice car
Tyler, 06/11/2016
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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A joy to drive...comfortable even for me at 6ft 6 inch
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Ex-Ford lover
dmw1963, 03/28/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I never thought I would own a Chevy & love it like this. I've had the car a year an a half and I still love it. That's saying a lot for me since I've owned 12 cars in 22 years, 8 being Fords. Even though I have the smaller six cylinder it has the get up & go when I need it. It's also very comfortable on long trips. Great option to one of the small overpriced coupes.
Monte Carlo LS Rocks
Bill Turner, 04/02/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The 2002 Monte Carlo LS is not only fun to drive, but gets excellent gas mileage and because there are not a lot of them on the road, turns heads. Sleek, stylish and fun to drive. The controls are built for the driver, allowing ease of use. The separate passenger heat control eliminates any debate about the temperature and the stereo rocks!
Last of the big two door sports car
Jay, 02/27/2018
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Fantastic hwy vehicle. Good feel for the road. Great fun on twisty mountain roads. Really grips the road. I routinely blew away BMWs on the curves. Excellent storage with the back seats folding down. Enough room for skis or bicycle
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Excellent beauty in today's world of beasts
Celia Holland, 08/02/2019
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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She runs great long or short runs. Wonderful on the open road. Loes usic, loves to dance. Have not had any major mechanical or cosmetic issues. What a great date she's been!
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Very Reliable Car
Jim S, 11/07/2020
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Love this car4 but have too many cars. Great car and very reliable.
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Don't buy this car
dave BONO, 04/28/2002
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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THIS CAR NEEDS A COMPLETE REDESIGN.
Love My Yellow Monti...
Neena, 09/22/2015
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is great to drive even as short as I am. The seats adjust very well. It also as great pick up. I have duel pipes with pipes on it, its loud and tinted windows. I am wanting strips. It catches alot of people eye, Men manly. They think its odd that a woman is driving, especially the way I handle a car. Been best if it had a 5-speed, I would be in love. And at 140k miles its runs excellent...
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