1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
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...
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.
What owners say
I have owned my 74 Monte Carlo now for about 6 years and I love it!!! It has the 454BB and handles like a dream, especially at top speed! It's classy, yet still a tough looking car that sounds awesome with its dual exhaust
February 10, 2010handling was good,comfort for that era was good,styling was awsome
January 29, 2008
