Overview & Reviews

The Z34 model gets a different engine and fresh wheels. Second-generation airbags are added. New paint colors and one new interior hue round out the changes.

• Roomy coupe. Sound ergonomics. Good value.

User Reviews:

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  Decent - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Wade - July 6 - 2:40 am

  I love driving this thing! However I have had major issues, alternator went once and nearly killed me the way it went off. I have also replaced the controls arms for three wheels. It gets really good mileage on the HW (nearly 30 most of the time) and around 18 for daily around the town use. Ive also had issues with the brakes but nothing major. Good car for the price and after reading other reviews my experience seems to be an outlier. I love driving it though and I would be another if it came along.

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  10 years and going - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Alan - December 12 - 8:33 am

  Never thought I would love a Chevy. Have my Monte for 10 years and 140k. Always reliable & comfortable. Usual repairs and maintenance and nothing too expensive. The one bother is the lights on the radio panel have gone out which makes the dash a bit less attractive. Impressed with GM, bought a Trailblazer and love that too.

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  Monte Carlo Sadly No Good - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By dan ryan - April 5 - 2:26 am

  ALthough very room(front seats only)and smooth styling the craftsmenship(things snapoff it)and the engine actually started on fire!!!!!!!! At best it is only a poorly crafter fancy Lumina!

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  Best car I ever owned. - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By chevylover333 - May 3 - 8:13 am

  Here is a list of all the things I have replaced on this car. Both front hub assemblies, right front brake caliper, fuel pump and lower intake manifold gaskets because the oil and coolant were mixing. Things that currently dont work are sun roof, air conditioning (due to leak in line going into the condensor) and brake lights only work when pulling back on turn signal while braking. I think that is a really good track record for a car that has 235k on it and counting! The transmission and engine are in excellent condition even though Im pretty sure the transmission fluid has only been changed once. Its the wifes car and I took over maintenance at 150k and I know it hasnt been changed since

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  WoW! Exceeded Expectations - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Mamahoot - January 13 - 10:00 am

  Bought the car 9/97 off the showroom floor and it now has 200,000 miles. I am a sales rep and travel many a mile in my Z34. I love the power of the engine and the gas mileage is great. I have had no issues with the car. I feel it is time to retire the car because of the mileage but feel it still has many miles yet to come. The tires that come on the car are superb - I have only had to replace the tires twice in the 200,000 miles.

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  Love the Z34 - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Z34 Lover - December 5 - 10:00 am

  Ive had this car just over 2 years. Ive put over 60,000 miles on it since I bought it (about to rollover 100K). It is very comfortable, powerful, stylish, and fun. Considering the mileage Ive racked up on it, my Z34 still looks and feels like she came off the showroom floor. However,problem I have had include: a faulty brake switch (a cheap fix) which led to the malfunction of a solenoid in the transmission (an $800+ repair--OUCH!!). Other than that, VERY pleased with this car. If you have one or are considering one, have a mechanic plug in to the Onboard Diagnostic system to check the brake switch (and for any other problems).

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  All good but the transmission - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By KennyCashmere - October 12 - 2:50 pm

  I bought this car new as a leftover in August 1998. Now, in December 2004, with 90K miles, and after NO major repairs, it is still such a reliable, comfortable, and yes, economical car that Im wondering if I should keep it AND buy a new one. Why buy a new one at all? The transmission gets stuck in second gear (wont upshift or downshift to first) when the car is very cold, and after five service visits to three separate dealers, they still dont know whats wrong. The new ones dont have standard ABS (cheesy!) like the 98 did, the transmission shifts roughly on the new ones, the brake pedal is too high on the new ones, the seats uncomfortable, etc. But the 98 has been a great car!

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  210,000 miles! - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Logan - April 8 - 11:53 pm

  At 210,000 miles this thing is still driving great. God bless the 3.8! I have repaired a waterpump, replaced one battery and a starter. The most expensive repair was around 75 dollars and a couple hours of labor. Ill change the oil every 4 to 6 thousand miles and keep an eye on my brakes for maintanence and change out my air filter every 15,000 miles. If you rode in this car you would never guess that it has driven over 200 thousand miles and eaten through 3 sets of tires. Anyway, great car and better motor!

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  My Car - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By Lissa - February 5 - 2:00 am

  Great Car! Few small things, cup holders cheaply made, electrical system issues, otherwise no problems!

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  Durable - 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  By sbbarnes - April 19 - 3:56 pm

  I purchased my Monte Carlo from my uncle who bought it new. It had a few minor oil leaks and some transmission leaks. It was easily fixed and now it currently has over 225,000 miles. Not one spot of rust, though some stone pecks. The doors havent dropped at all. It is just as quiet as ever. This one has the 3100 engine. No problems yet. Though the gas mileage isnt as good. I average 24-27 mostly highway.