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2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo consumer reviews

$20,425 starting MSRP
side view of 2002 Monte Carlo Chevrolet
(31 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6
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Still going

I bought my '02 MC in April of 2002 with 11,500 miles; I still have it with 445,772 miles on the original motor. I replaced the Trans at around 350,000. It's an amazing car that still moves on the highway. Great decision.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The read light was broken

We drove 7 hr away to purchase this car. It was horrible. When I started the car it made a terroble noise and a light was on .It said low cooland and I would not recommend that car for any one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best car I've owned.

Chevy has proved itself to be my favorite, most reliable car so far, but I love my Monte Carlo. Power everything! Plenty of room for everyone's comfort. Drives like a dream. Great on gas. I love driving this car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best all around vehicle

This car is an awesome combination of sporty performance, fuel efficiency, great styling, and comfortable driving. It's great for long or short trips. Plenty of trunk room for just about anything you can put in it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Chevrolet ownership is a wise choice

Reliability. The only issue I had with the 2002 Monte Carlo was with the ignition. It ended up on recall but I already had the ignition replaced. In doing so, the problem was only partially resolved. On the plus side, I never worried that anyone would steal it even with it unlocked with the key in it. If you didn't have the key in the exact needed position while in the ignition, it would not start. I even had mechanics declare I needed a new battery or new starter before I would get in, do my magic and start it on my 1st attempt. I turned many a man's head.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Sports Car without the Price

This car has a sporty feel to it. There is plenty of pick up and go. Also the ride is great it doesn't feel like your low to the ground while inside.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I have ever owned

This car is great economically and a great sports car of the 2000 era highlighting the NASCAR chassis and styling that made Dale Earnhardts and Jeff Gordon?s shine on the NASCAR circuit.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most stylish, high performance, reliable car I own

The car satisfies my need for a high performance, stylish and roomy sports car ever built. It is definitely a collectors dream. I enjoy it very much.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best looking car I've ever owned

Monte Carlo 2002 3.8 v6 215k on the odometer Newer tires and dual exhaust inc. cat conv. Dale Earnhardt Signature Edition Monte Carlo SS up-grade package Power sunroof Tu-tone leather interior Power heated driver and passenger seat Tilt/cruise, cold A/C and much more

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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excellent driver

Car is like new - has all factory options - need to see to believe condition - is fund to drive - I am second owner and need the garage space

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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