1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
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- Photo: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS in Silver Metallic, Front Left, 05-18-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, front right (2023 ARMCO Park Wheels of Steel Car Cruise) by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lowrider by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Monte Carlo (7606475204) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aero Coupe, rear right, 07-01-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS is a 180-hp 5.0-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,291 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 180 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 225 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm, spinning to a 5,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Monte Carlo measures 202.0 inches long on a 108.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,380 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,291 ($40,885 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.0L (305 cid) L69 H.O. OHV V8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 180 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 88.4 mm (3.740 x 3.480 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | 795 cfm 4-barrel Quadrajet carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Open (limited-slip optional) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic (TH200-4R) |
| 1st Gear | 2.74 (42 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.57 (73 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (114 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.67 (170 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.07 |
| Final Drive | 3.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Tires Front | P215/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P215/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 202 in |
| Width | 71 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,380 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 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
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Oct 26, 1987 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.
Consequence: THE VALVE LINK COULD SEPARATE RESULTING IN A GEARSELECTION DIFFERENT FROM WHAT THE DRIVER SELECTS. ALSO, CAR COULD BE STARTEDWITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR ALLOWING VEHICLE TO MOVE IN AN UNANTICIPATEDDIRECTION.
Remedy: REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.
NHTSA campaign 87V168000
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
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 1987 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.