Oil embargo? What oil embargo? Sales of the 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo grew to over 312,217 at a time when most people were purchasing smaller cars.

Very few changes were made from the 1973 model year, and were most noticeable coming and going: a revised grille up front, and a larger rear bumper and smaller taillights in back.

The standard engine in the 74 Monte Carlo was a 350-ci V8, rated at 145 horsepower. Optional engines included a 400-ci V8 rated at 180 horsepower and the ever-popular 454-ci V8 rated at 235 horses. Available packages were the Landau and Sport Coupe.