Chevy Monte Carlo Mods, Performance Upgrades & Gallery

Unveiled in 1969, the Monte Carlo was the first entrance for Chevy into a popular at that time personal luxury coupe segment. For the first two generations, the car used only potent V8 power units and starting with the third one, V6 options were offered too. The second generation was made extensively smaller compared to the original one, but it still used robust engines and performed greatly. The Monte Carlo’s run consists of 18 years and resulted in a solid number of followers both at the time of production and nowadays. In 1995, the car was revived as the largest coupe by Chevy and was marketed up to 2007, but this version has not much in common with the original one.

CHevy Monte Carlo SS stanced
Chevy Monte Carlo SS by @brandonabtosway, Photos by @nerdbotphoto

Why modify your Chevy Monte Carlo?

Whatever version of the Chevy Monte Carlo you own, it surely delivers at least solid performance and looks excellent from the factory. But there is always room for improvement – either to push performance even further, add some personal touch or increase the level of comfort. Especially, if you own some rare version, you can make it totally unique. Three main types of modifications are performance, exterior and interior upgrades. As the name implies, performance ones will help you push your Monte Carlo to the limits, exterior mods will make it look special, while exterior upgrades will add comfort and convenience to your regular driving.

What are performance mods / Common Performance mods

Simply speaking, performance modifications are aimed to make your car faster or more powerful. They mainly include engine tuning but can also affect other systems of your Monte Carlo. Today, the range of upgrades you can do is virtually countless, from almost invisible from the outside performance chips up to installing a more robust turbo or supercharger. You can make your vehicle run faster, deliver more revs, respond faster and more accurately, sound louder, and much more. The range of mods is huge, but take a look at some of the most common ones.

Chevy Monte Carlo SS with a cowl hood

  • Air intakes
    A quite straightforward modification, it can also improve efficiency of the vehicle along with a throttle response. Compared to other engine upgrades, installing aftermarket air intakes is a more budget-friendly way of upgrade and it will still make a notable difference.
  • Turbocharger/superchargers
    In case you want some solid power enhancement, take a look at intercoolers – turbochargers and superchargers. They will increase performance of your four-wheeled friend significantly, but both installing such a unit or upgrading your existing one will lead to some serious expenses.
  • Performance Exhausts
    Upgrading the exhaust, you’ll kill two birds with one stone. First of all, the sound of your Monte Carlo will be significantly better coming to a whole new level. Plus, thanks to different bends, gas will be better removed from the system resulting in lower backpressure and hence better performance.
  • Performance tuners/chips
    Current-time vehicles depend on computer systems more than even before. It not only makes driving easier and more comfortable, but also provides an opportunity to upgrade your vehicle in one more way.

What are exterior mods / Common Exterior mods

Of course, clothes do not make the man, but if your car will not only perform excellently but also look excellently, it will impress much more.

  • Custom LED lights
    Lighting is crucial for your safe driving, because it helps your vehicle stay visible in dark and during bad weather conditions. At the same time, thanks to the latest technology and an incredibly wide range of aftermarket units available, installing custom set of lights is a great way to add some personality to your four-wheeled friend, make it more stylish and attractive.
  • Body kits
    Whether you’re planning a complete makeover or just want to change certain body parts, today getting the job done is easy like a breeze. Numerous bumpers, hoods, diffusers, widebody fenders, spoilers, are offered for your choice.