2003 Chevy Monte Carlo Review
Price Estimate: $746 - $1,165

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Spacious interior, low sticker price, strong V6 in SS models.
Cons
- Mediocre performance, bland interior with cheap materials, no passenger side-impact airbag.
What’s new
The Monte Carlo receives only minor changes for the 2003 model year. The base LS model has been upgraded with standard four-wheel disc brakes, traction control and remote keyless entry. Both the LS and SS models sport newly styled wheels, four new exterior colors and the option of adding XM Satellite Radio.
Edmunds says
Questionable throwback styling cues, lethargic handling and a characterless interior make this a last-resort coupe at best.
For sale near New Haven, CT
19 listings
- 158,285 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Pars International Auto Exchange (245 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Glen Burnie, MD
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS Coupe 2D Vin # 2G1WW12E439250755Mileage 158,285Transmission Automatic Engine 6 Cylinder V6, 3.4 LiterClean TitlePARS ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/29 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G1WW12E439250755
Stock: P25A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-14-2025- 82,008 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Right Price Motors (352 mi away)
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Cranberry, PA
Amazingly Clean Monte Carlo! *Cash Price $8,995.00* *3.4L V6 *Automatic transmission *Power windows *Power locks *Cruise control *CD player *Tilt whee...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/29 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2G1WW12E039385747
Stock: 385747
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-28-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Connecticut
$169/mo for Monte Carlo LS
Monte Carlo LS
vs
$168/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner Reviews
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2003 Monte carlo ss
4.63 out of 5 starscoonhound01, 10/30/2012
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I bought my SS with 83,000. It has been a very reliable car. I now have 176,000 on my car. It still runs and rides smooth. I've replaced the thermostat, a/c condenser and resonator during that time. The condenser was the result of a stone or debri, which I was told was typical.
I like the car, the interior has held up well, and the exterior is even better considering the miles. I … average 23-24 mpg combined, 27 mpg on a trip.
Love the Monte SS
4.75 out of 5 starscyanidekid, 12/31/2014
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Bought the car off craigslist through a private party without even hearing it run. It had 45,000 miles on it. I rented a car trailer from uhaul and drove 2 hrs to pick the car up. It is a (Competition Yellow) 2003 Limited Edition SS w/ the High Sport appearance package, fully loaded. The car now has 138,000 miles on it and it runs like a champ. I haven't had to put any $$ into it besides … regular maintenance and it gets excellent gas mileage for its size. It's big enough to fit 5 comfortably and the trunk is HUGE! The Monte Carlo is definitely sexy and demands attention on the roads, but it's not a "race" car... unless you want to spend the extra $$ for the modifications.
Perfect
5 out of 5 starscaitlinmay, 06/18/2013
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
I am obsessed with my '03 Monte Carlo SS. I bought it only a few months ago with 126,000 miles on it, and it's already my favorite car I've ever owned. I bought it from a new/used Chevy dealer, so there were no problems with the car at all. The interior and exterior were both in perfect condition. No mechanical problems at all. It drives smooth and it's fast!!! It's a very easy car to … handle, and I love love love the style! I haven't had it for long enough to say it's reliable and things don't go bad on the car, but from what I see now, the car has been taken very good care off. I don't see myself having any problems with it down the road!
Great for work or play
4.88 out of 5 starsms, 02/13/2009
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
Bought used with 14k, now have over 192,000 miles on it and I still get 28 MPG on the highway! Have the 3.8 V-6; wonder what kind of mileage I'd get with a 5 or 6 speed auto? Put down the back seats and I've carried ladders, lumber, 8-10 ft pieces of molding, vinyl flooring, you name it. Wish they hadn't stopped making it. I guess if I need to replace it I'll look for a '07.
2003 Monte Carlo Highlights
LS
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $21,160 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $169/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Monte Carlo include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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