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Published on December 16th, 2015 | by BajaBusta

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1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Manufacturer Promo

Like the mechanically similar Malibu, Monte Carlo got only a slightly revised grille to mark this version as an ’83 model.  But spring would bring a whole new breed of Monte.  As with Malibu, the small 4.4-liter V8 engine option was deleted.  Once again, Chevy’s 3.8-liter V6 with 110 horsepower was standard in 49-state cars, while a similar Buick-built engine was used in California.  Optional were a 150-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 and a pair of diesels: a 4.3-liter V6 with 85 horsepower and a 5.7-liter V8 with 105 horsepower.  Neither diesel proved very popular.

Thundering from the annals of Monte Carlo history came the SS, released in the spring carrying a high-performance 180-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 fitted with a high-lift cam and low-restriction dual exhaust.  It boasted a smoother front fascia with integrated bumper and lower lip spoiler, SS badging, a small rear spoiler, and stiffer suspension. Available only in white or dark metallic blue, it was a real “blast from the past,” with spirited acceleration the likes of which had not been seen in a big Chevy for a very long time.



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1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Test Drive

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One Response to 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Manufacturer Promo

  1. Kevin Woodard says:

    The 5.7 liter diesel V8 must have been the Oldsmobile 350 diesel. Such engines would be weak sellers, due to their mechanical woes.

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