Third Generation 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars

Monte Carlo CarsThird Generation 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsPicture Of Monte Carlo CarsMonte Carlo CarsThird Generation 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsAll GM intermediate-sized cars including the Monte Carlo Cars were downsized for the 1978 model year in response to the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and CAFE requirements. The 1978 model was 700-800 lb lighter and some 15 in shorter than the 1977 Models. The Monte Carlo 1978 Models also had more interior and trunk space than the earlier 1977 model. The engines offered in previous years were dropped in favor of a standard 231 CID V6 built by Buick or an optional Chevrolet 305 CID V8. The three-speed...

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The Second generation 1977 Parts 1

Chevrolet Monte CarloThe Second generation 1977 Parts 1Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsChevrolet Monte Carlo CarsChevrolet Monte Carlo CarsA revised grille with the Monte Carlo "Knight's Crest" emblem moved to a stand-up hood ornament and revised taillight lenses marked the 1977 Monte Carlo, which was the last year for the 1973-vintage design before the introduction of a downsized 1978 Monte Carlo. Engine offerings were reduced to two engines for 1977. The base engine for 49 states was the 140 hp (100 kW) 305 CID 2-barrel V8 and the 170 hp (130 kW) 350 4-barrel V8 was optional (standard in California). The 400 cubic inch V8 was dropped as...

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1976 Parts 1

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1976 Parts 1Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsChevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Parts 1A new crosshatch grille and vertically mounted rectangular headlamps, along with reshaped taillights identified the 1976 Monte Carlo (the reshaped taillight pattern was later incorporated into the fourth generation Monte Carlo). Under the hood, a new 140 hp (104 kW) 305 CID 2-barrel V8 became the standard engine with the 145 hp (108 kW) 350 2-barrel V8 and 175 hp (130 kW) 400 CID V8 both optional. California cars got a 165 hp (123 kW) 350 4-barrel as the base engine (not available...

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1975 The End Parts

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1975 The End PartsPicture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsChevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Parts 1New for 1975 was a Custom interior option that included a plusher cloth 50/50 bench seat with recliner on passenger side and lower door panel carpeting. The standard interior still consisted of a bench seat with knit-cloth and vinyl or all-vinyl upholstery. The swiveling Strato bucket seats plus console and floor shifter were still optional with knit cloth or vinyl upholstery. Also, white all-vinyl interiors were available for the first time this year with either bench or...

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1975 Parts 1

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1975 Parts 1Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsMonte Carlo Cars Parts 1The 1975 Monte Carlo Cars received only minor styling changes from the 1974 model, including a new grille with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars emblem moved to the center section and new vertically shaped taillights with horizontal louvers.Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars models received catalytic converters to meet the latest federal and California emission requirements that included bonuses such as improved fuel economy and drivability, along with longer spark plug and muffler life, but required...

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Used Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1974 Parts 2

Used Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Models The Second generation 1974 Parts 2Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars 1974Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars Parts 2The Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars standard 350 CID Turbo-Fire V8 was again rated at 145 hp (108 kW) with two-barrel carburetor in 49 states. For Californians, the standard engine was a 350 Turbo-Fire V8 with a four-barrel carburetor rated at 160 hp (120 kW) that was not offered in the other 49 states. Reappearing on the Monte Carlo Cars option list for the first time since 1970 was a 400 CID Turbo-Fire small block V8 rated at 150 hp (110 kW) with a two-barrel carburetor (not...

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars The Second generation 1974 Parts 1

Monte Carlo Cars The Second generation 1974 Parts 1Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo Cars1974The 1974 Monte Carlo received only minor detail changes from its 1973 predecessor, most notably a revised grille in the front and taller and slimmer vertical taillights in the rear, along with a relocated license plate and larger 5 mph (8.0 km/h) rear bumper.The base Monte Carlo with manual transmission, standard suspension and bias-ply tires was discontinued, leaving only the "S" and "Landau" models equipped with radial-ply tires and upgraded suspensions along with standard power steering and front disc brakes.Picture Of Chevrolet Monte Carlo CarsA three-speed...

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