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1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base

The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base is a 110-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $8,956 MSRP.

It makes 110 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 190 lb-ft of torque at 1600 rpm.

The Monte Carlo measures 200.0 inches long on a 108.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,179 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$8,956 ($29,224 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.8L Chevrolet 90-degree V6 (229 CID, RPO LC3)
Displacement3.8 L
Horsepower110 hp @ 4,000 rpm
Torque190 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cyl (pushrod)
Bore and Stroke3.736 x 3.48 in (94.9 x 88.4 mm)
Compression Ratio8.6:1
Injection Type2-bbl Rochester Dualjet (E2ME) carburetor, GM Computer Command Control
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed Automatic
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14"
Wheels Rear14"
Dimensions & Weight
Length200 in
Width71 in
Height54 in
Wheelbase108 in
Curb Weight3,179 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front56 in
Shoulder Room Rear55 in
Hip Room Front51 in
Hip Room Rear51 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

NHTSA campaign 07E088000

Oct 13, 1983 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE MASTER CYLINDER REAR BRAKE PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE FLUID TO THE REAR BRAKES, MAY DEVELOP A LEAK DUE TO EXTENDED CHAFING ON THE AIR CLEANER RESONATOR BRACKET.

Remedy: IF UPON INSPECTION THE DEALER FINDS THAT THERE IS INADEQUATE CLEARANCE, THE PIPE WILL BE REFORMED TO OBTAIN THE NECESSARY THREE QUARTER INCH SPACE. ONLY THOSE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR WILL BE REPLACED.

NHTSA campaign 83V106000

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Hydraulic1
Service Brakes1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 13, 1999 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“SOMETIMES MY BRAKES WILL LOCK AND I CANNOT STOP. IT THEN COMES BACK”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1983 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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