TEC | 1995-99: Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Chevrolet debuted its all-new Monte Carlo in 1995, returning the nameplate model to NASCAR Winston Cup competition to replace the aging Lumina. The new car was even better than preseason tests had indicated, and from the beginning of the season, the Monte Carlos went to victory lane regularly. Chevrolet teams simply decimated Ford's hopes by winning the first seven races of the season and 13 of the first 16 events. The new Monte Carlo was so strong - on every type of race track - that the Manufacture's title was never in doubt. The Bowtie Brigade clinched the crown at the Mountain Dew Southern 500 at Darlington.

Current Monte Carlo

Following its redebut in 1995, the Monte Carlo captured four consecutive Winston Cup Series Drivers’ Championships in 1995-1998, as well as the Manufacturers’ Championship in ’95, ’96 and ’98.

In 1998, Chevrolet announced it's plans to redesign the Monte Carlo for the 2000 model year. The news meant another Chevrolet would soon be pressing to make its mark in NASCAR history and continue Chevrolet's winning NASCAR tradition.

1999 Monte Carlo Specs

EXTERIOR

Wheelbase	110.0 in.
Length	204.5 in.
Width	75.0 in.
Height	51.0 in.
Tread-Front	60.5 in.
Tread-Rear	60.5 in.
Curb Weight	3,400 lbs.

CHASSIS

Design	Rear-Wheel Drive
Type	Tube Frame
Front Suspension	Independent
Rear Suspension	Full-Floating Axle
Steering	Recirculating Ball
Brakes	Four-Wheel Disc
Wheels	9.5 in. X 15 in.
Tires	28 X 12.00 X 15

ENGINE

Type	V8
Displacement	358 cu. in.
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Induction System	830 cfm 4-Barrel
Horsepower	725@7,800 RPM
Torque	535 ft. lbs.@6,000 RPM
Fuel Economy	4.5 mpg

TRANSMISSION

Type	4-Speed Manual

CAPACITIES

Fuel-System	22 Gallons
Oil-System	20 Quarts
Cooling-System	14 Quarts

Considering the success of Dale Earnhardt's relationship with Chevrolet you can bet that in the future, as long as Chevrolet is involved in Winston Cup competition, Dale will be racing one!