Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The genealogy of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo is divided into six generations. The first generation Monte Carlo debuted as a personal luxury coupe in 1970 and was produced until 1972. In 1973, the second generation Monte Carlo was introduced, featuring a more luxurious car with better handling characteristics. Came 1978 and the Monte Carlo again received a redesign, marking the third generation for the car. Equipped with brand new Chevrolet Monte Carlo parts, including the vehicle's first 6-cylinder engine, the third generation Monte Carlo proved to be better and lighter—by 800 pounds—compared to its predecessor.

In 1981, the Monte Carlo entered its fourth generation with a completely redesigned body. The model, however, was discontinued after the midyear of 1988, never to reappear again until midyear of 1994.

In 1994, the Monte Carlo line was resurrected with the introduction of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo Coupe. Then in its fifth generation, the basic vehicle format of the Monte Carlo had been changed significantly. In this new body style, the Monte Carlo registered consecutive wins for the first five NASCAR Winston Cup races. In 2000, the Monte Carlo again received a redesign, marking the sixth generation of the vehicle. Offered in two trim lines, the LS and the SS, the sixth generation Monte Carlo lasted until 2005.