CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO : WHY IT WAS SO POPULAR

In the late 1960s, the era of Detroit Big Three luxury coupes was in full swing. Chevrolet introduced the Monte Carlo in September 1969, a stylish two-door meant to compete with Ford's Thunderbird. Though the Chevrolet Monte Carlo drove into the automotive sunset in 2007, the model soldiered on through six generations and 30 model years, a noteworthy achievement worth recognizing on the car's golden anniversary.
The Monte Carlo wasn't GM's first attempt at a personal luxury coupe. Oldsmobile's Toronado debuted in 1966, and Pontiac's own Thunderbird-fighter, the Grand Prix, arrived for the 1969 1962 model year. Chevrolet did what it could to distance the Monte Carlo from the offerings of other GM divisions, but both the Monte Carlo and the Grand Prix shared a 116-inch wheelbase A-body platform. The Chevrolet excelled in value, launching at a base price of $3,123, enough to undercut the Thunderbird by $1,838 and the Pontiac by $862.
THIS IS THE STORY OF THE CHEVY MONTE CARLO
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[@simongilbert2704]

the old ones look great , the newer ones don't ;;

[@1notgilty]

I've always thought that the 1970 to 1973 Monte Carlos were some of the most beautiful cars ever produced by Chevrolet. Their continued popularity is proving me right.

[@aaronmccall3849]

I'm 48 and I've always had Monte Carlo since I was 16. Always loved the styling, comfort and reliability. Currently have a 1972 and a 1985 SS in the garage!

[@michaelhalbert3843]

As a small child, like 3 or 4 I was obsessed with this car. My dad was a car salesman at the time, he drove this car home one night. I lost my mind! Never forgot it.

[@denisbrassard1654]

My first car was a 1975 Monte Carlo, and I loved everything about it, from the big round headlights and chrome bumpers, to the long arched lines and the amazingly smooth ride.

[@MrRamayr98]

My 75 Monte Carlo was a fantastic sleeper. Had a Towing package (couldn't say SS any more) which included a 454 and 10 bolt posi. Loved the swivel buckets. Definitely one of the best cars I ever owned!

[@impalaman9707]

The Monte Carlo, to me, always had a beautiful design. I owned two of them and they were some of the best cars I ever owned

[@jimmyhamm6041]

I had the 76 and it glided down the highway

[@johnniehaus3166]

My first car was a 1977 Monte Carlo. Still my favorite car of all time. Road like a dream.

[@bayanon7532]

I worked in a car rental company and often drove the 1973 Monte Carlo. It was just nice to drive. Solid, stable, accelerated quickly, handled well. Just a pleasure to drive. If I could find a restored one now for a price I could afford, I'd buy one in a heartbeat. Oh, and they had styling that no other full sized car had. Just all cool !!!

[@chriskelly509]

About a year ago I wanted a classic car, ended with a 72 monte carlo. Love it, definitely a head turner

[@daveyboy_]

The 80s Monte Carlo was sick . Loved those cars

[@robertman6258]

I had a new 1978 Monte Carlo for about a year - grey with red interior. drove well and I had no complaints with it. In 1982, I bought 1973 dark green MC with 350 V-8 for about $500. Drove it for nearly 5 years, never let me down, got Earle Shieb to paint in for 49.95 and sold it for what I bought it for.

[@stewartrussell1951]

My first brand new car was a black on black 1977 Monte Carlo with bench seats and an 8-track player. It had the stacked front headlights. I paid seven thousand something back then. For the class that car had the best looking profile with its long front and short back. It was absolutely beautiful.

[@RandyMony]

The First generation Monte Carlo was wholesome, unpretentious, and a great sleeper! I had a friend who had a '72 in Candy Apple Red with a 400 C.I. 4-bbl - BEAUTIFUL CAR! And ohh that exhaust sound! SUBBED!

[@fennec13]

I had a 1974 Monte - what an amazing car she was. I regret ever selling it.

[@cheryljergens9970]

My first car was a brand new 1974 Monte Carlo. I worked 2 jobs for a year and a half right after high school to pay cash for it. It was Midnight Blue metallic with a white landau top. That car rode so smooth. I met my husband soon after getting it. I kept it for 10 years. loved that car!

[@bettygunter809]

My first Monte Carlo was the 76, then a 74, then a 78, then a 77 then my last Monte was an 80. Loved them all.

[@murrayberg254]

Loved these most years. It was part of a "dress to impress" mentality in the '70's and '80's, like the three-piece suit. Made a great impression for a business presentation...and for dates!