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#26 of 103 New Monte Carlo by cougar68 Sep 07, 2005 (9:10 am)
Has anyone seen the new MC yet? When is it due out? I have seen a new Impala SS; it is, in my opinion, much smoother looking than the superseded model. But, my understanding is that the new MC will not be as extensively restyled. Replies to this message: navigator89 (Sep 07, 2005 11:48 am) poncho167 (Sep 15, 2005 1:10 pm)
#27 of 103 Re: New Monte Carlo [cougar68] by navigator89 Sep 07, 2005 (11:48 am)
Replying to: cougar68 (Sep 07, 2005 9:10 am) You can find pictures and information at the Chevrolet website.   http://www.chevrolet.com/montecarlo/photogallery/   And you're correct that the the new Monte Carlo isn't that different. Look at the taillights and they don't really look different from the previous generation. The interior does seem to be pretty nice.   I don't know exactly when it is to be released, if it's not out already but I'm guessing October-December of this year. Replies to this message: poncho167 (Sep 15, 2005 1:10 pm)
#28 of 103 Re: Look Familiar [ssmonteman] by inxtc Sep 13, 2005 (5:33 am)
Replying to: ssmonteman (Jul 27, 2005 12:24 pm) You know you are absolutely right. Except for the front the 2006 is still the same old ugly body design as it was before, but now they've put a 1995 Monte Carlo nose on it.   Sure wish the Chevy division of GM would hire someone with some creativity that could design a good looking car for a change.
#29 of 103 Re: New Monte Carlo [navigator89] by poncho167 Sep 15, 2005 (1:10 pm)
Replying to: navigator89 (Sep 07, 2005 11:48 am) The 2006 Monte Carlo is not of enough face lift to call it new. From what I gather they are making slight changes-nose, interior, engines, for now. The redesigned model will come out in 2008, and probably be rear-wheel-drive.   They are a nice driving car, and they probably could be bought for a pretty good price considering the large size of the car.
#30 of 103 George2002 by george2002 Oct 05, 2005 (4:18 pm)
I am surprised that there is not more action on this board about the 303hp DOD V8 that is being introduced into the Impala and Monte Carlo for 2006. I have a '99 Monte that really moves out with just the old 200 HP push rod V6 -- and the thought of an additional 100HP sounds very interesting. Has anyone taken one out for a test drive?? Replies to this message: jpstax1 (Oct 10, 2005 8:41 am) ssmonteman (Oct 11, 2005 7:27 pm)
#31 of 103 Still waiting by ssmonteman Oct 06, 2005 (6:52 pm)
I dont believe the new Monte is out quite yet. Ive been keeping my eye on all of the local chevy lots, which there are quite a few of here in Columbus, Based on the pictures Ive seen so far, I will probably for go the "restyle" and hold onto my 2000 and wait a couple of years to see if a total resyle appears and go from there. Besides, from what Ive seen of the new Impala, which is sharing the identicle nose as the new Monte, my heart doesnt exactly race. Also has anyone else noticed that once again Chevy has done away with the Monte Carlo script in favor of more block like letters and they have also dropped the knight crest, which is a shame. Its almost like they are saying the car isnt special enough to pay tribute to its own heritage.
#32 of 103 Re: George2002 [george2002] by jpstax1 Oct 10, 2005 (8:41 am)
Replying to: george2002 (Oct 05, 2005 4:18 pm) I haven't test driven the '06 MC SS yet, but did test drive an '06 Impala SS. The torque-steer was very strong when I mashed the pedal. I launched it at a traffic light and left plenty of rubber behind. It started to veer left towards oncoming traffic, so I immediately backed off on the gas. I told the salesman about it, but he changed the subject. The Impala SS is very fast, so I think the MC SS should be too. BTW, the dual exhaust sounds great! Reminded me of my '66 Nova with the 327-350 horse engine. Thanks to Chevy for bringing back the V8, even though the cars are FWD. Replies to this message: ssmonteman (Oct 11, 2005 7:27 pm)
#33 of 103 Re: George2002 [jpstax1] by ssmonteman Oct 11, 2005 (7:27 pm)
Replying to: jpstax1 (Oct 10, 2005 8:41 am) Ive heard many people complain about the same problem with the Grand Prix's with the higher performing engine. Hoepfully they will correct this problem with enough complaints.
#34 of 103 Starting to trickle into Ontario Canada dealers by simplystressed Oct 15, 2005 (4:05 pm)
The '06 is Monte is starting to show up in Ontario dealerships. Took a silver LTZ for a short drive today. I think the front end looks better than promo pictures are showing. This one had a very very light colored beige cloth interior just begging for dirt. The 3.9 is a bit stronger than the 3.8 in my '02 Grand Prix GT from a stop.Its noticable, but nothing spectacular. Passing should be somewhat quicker too. Cant seem to find anything in the GM camp that pulls like my lightly modded '87 Buick Grand National did in its day. No Vettes for this guy and we cant get the GTO here yet. Did drive an '06 Impala SS two months ago, but the saleperson directed me through an area where conditions were not there for a wide open throttle run, so I'm still looking to see how the 5.3 compares. Another day. Anyway, just like the Impala LTZ, the Monte LTZ just has the just bare tailpipes. They'll look like crap in a year or so just like earlier Monte SS's did without the chrome tips. Would be nice if they did something to class that up a bit. The side of the car looks very "big" and plain. Needs something to break it up, perhaps even just an emblem. Could be just the light color, not sure. The SS may not have that same issue with me. Drives very well and its a possibility for my next car early next year.
#35 of 103 06 Monte Pictures by revitupfast Oct 20, 2005 (6:58 pm)
Anyone found a website where the tu-tone version of the new SS is shown. Or any other sites showing something other than the Mfg own photos? Revitupfaster Replies to this message: ssmonteman (Oct 26, 2005 11:31 pm) simplystressed (Oct 27, 2005 2:05 pm) simplystressed (Oct 29, 2005 3:50 pm) revitupfast (Nov 09, 2005 7:26 pm) and 1 more...

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