2004 Chevy Monte Carlo Review

Name: 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Review
Brand: Chevrolet
Price: 2430 USD
Rating: 4.8 (150 reviews)

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Pros

Spacious interior, low sticker price, strong acceleration with supercharged V6.

Cons

Mediocre performance on non-supercharged models, bland interior with cheap materials, no passenger side-impact airbag.

What’s new

In an attempt to revive Monte Carlo's performance image, Chevrolet adds a supercharged SS version for 2004. The LS gets new 17-inch aluminum wheels, and there are a couple new appearance packages, Sport and Winner's Circle, available on the LS and non-supercharged SS.

Edmunds says

Generally a lackluster coupe in terms of styling and handling, but the addition of a supercharged SS version should spice things up a bit.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.12 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$166/mo

$170/mo

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315000 all original miles!!!!

matt, 11/18/2015

2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)

I am rough on a vehicle but, I Change my oil and keep the engine in good order. Bought the car pretty cheaply with 70,000 miles on it. Later realized it had been in an accident. So aside from dealing with the problems that caused in the front end I was able to get it back right. Since then I have been hit 3 times. The car is a TANK. I was gonna be happy with 200,000 miles but she keeps …

'04 Monte Carlo is a pleasant surprise

blucas2, 10/15/2012

2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)

I bought this car as a "work" car due to driving so much for my job. I liked the styling and the price, so i bought her. She had 70,000 on her when i brought her home. I have had no problems with this car. Routine maintenance and a set of tires. She now has 126,000 miles and I am noticing a squeeking noise coming from my front left tire. It's probably a wheel bearing, not surprising at …

no problems

1valentine, 03/31/2012

2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)

other than routine maintanance, I havent had a single problem throughout the years. When I purchased the car and brought it home, my son asked me WHY did I purchase this particular model car. He said theyre known to have transmission problems. Seeing this car on the lot I didnt pay attention to the make, or model. I was attracted to the body style and the bright red color. That test …

Best Vehicle I Have Ever Owned

jeffm, 04/16/2005

2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Supercharged 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)

I purchased my Dale Earnhardt Edition SS Supercharged vehicle almost brand new (It had 4,733 miles on it when I purchased it). This car is awesome! It provides me with brisk acceleration from any speed, and the ride is very smooth! The interior is roomy, and I need all the room I can get (6'0 215). I can stretch out, and it is a comfortable car (not to mention fun) on long road trips. It …

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2004 Monte Carlo Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP	$21,665
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$166/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver3 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

2004 Chevy Monte Carlo Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.12 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.12 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.

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315000 all original miles!!!!

'04 Monte Carlo is a pleasant surprise

no problems

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.12 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.}