SigEpCutlass Posted February 22, 2004 Report Share Posted February 22, 2004 Guys opinions plz. Also monte owners, if you've had a '98-'99 with the 3800 tell me if you've had any engine problems! Thanks! 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topless94style Posted February 22, 2004 Report Share Posted February 22, 2004 I pick yes, because i like power, and you will find more in the Z34. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimp19 Posted February 22, 2004 Report Share Posted February 22, 2004 3.8's a much better motor, I also like the looks of first gen Montes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfewtrail Posted February 22, 2004 Report Share Posted February 22, 2004 I say yes if the Lumina is in good condition(appearance, mechanical, etc). The 3800 has more power than your current cars 3100 as stated above and they're really reliable if you take care of them by doing proper maintenance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z34_nut Posted February 22, 2004 Report Share Posted February 22, 2004 yes because theres alot of room for mods if the 3800 isn't up to par for your perf. needs. Also, your like the newer equipment on the monte. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted February 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 thanks for the responses guys! I'm hoping that maybe I can talk my parents into giving me about $3,000 - $4,000 dollars to supplement selling my cutlass for a '98 Black Z-34. My 21st B-day is coming up in April, so maybe when I go home for spring break in a week I can talk em into it. Hopefully it's more than wishful thinking. 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
93CutlassSupreme Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 i'd be a cold day in hell before my parents gave me 3 or 4 grand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cutsup1996 Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurneroftheRice Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 buy it and call it what it should be called, a Z-38 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian P Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 Just try to ignore the things that make the Chevy's the "most affordable" (I know I can't) but if you must have that car, at least ask your elbow to get used to the plastic center armrest, and if you want to replace the rubber shifter with a leather wrapped one, PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 If you had a 2dr cutty I would vote no, but seeing that you don't I say get the Monte... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GnatGoSplat Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 If you had a 2dr cutty I would vote no, but seeing that you don't I say get the Monte... Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted February 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 HEY! there's nothing wrong with 4 door cuttys  I've done a ton of research on them, so hopefully that'll help. I'll keep you guys posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaroonRegal Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 If you had a 2dr cutty I would vote no, but seeing that you don't I say get the Monte... Â Â W3rd to the W3rd. I have no particularly fond sentiments for 4-door cutty's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joey b Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 when I went looking for a new W the cutty is the only one that I would not take a 4 door of. However, I did almost break that idea with a very sexy 3.4 leather nice blue but miles too high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevanater Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 get the monte! Theres a ton of aftermarket for it on zzperformance.com http://www.intense.com and a few more sites i dont know about cause i dont have the 3800! Â Get it though, and check out mymonte.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimp19 Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 when I went looking for a new W the cutty is the only one that I would not take a 4 door of. However, I did almost break that idea with a very sexy 3.4 leather nice blue but miles too high. Â How could you like a 4door Prix better those things are disgusting :oops: I'd go for the Monte for the simple fact that it has a 3800 and I like the body styling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89oldscutlass Posted February 25, 2004 Report Share Posted February 25, 2004 I dunno being a multiple cutty owner myself I would suggest trading your 4dr cutty in on a 2dr cutty with a 3.4 in it. Im not a big fan of the late model montes. Now if your going to get a older Monte like my 1980 model up to a 1988 SS I say go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEMonte1997 Posted February 25, 2004 Report Share Posted February 25, 2004 Being an owner of two 95-99 Montes now I can say that they are ok cars. Nothing special about them. The 3800 is a really boring engine. It's a bit peppier than the 3100 engine though.. Â Like said before, if you had the 2 door Cutty and if it was a DOHC, I'd say keep it. Since it's a 4 door 3100, you'd be upgrading by going to the Monte. Â Good luck and don't spend too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonyman87 Posted February 25, 2004 Report Share Posted February 25, 2004 Being an owner of two 95-99 Montes now I can say that they are ok cars. Nothing special about them. The 3800 is a really boring engine. It's a bit peppier than the 3100 engine though.. Â Like said before, if you had the 2 door Cutty and if it was a DOHC, I'd say keep it. Since it's a 4 door 3100, you'd be upgrading by going to the Monte. Â Good luck and don't spend too much. Â i have the lumina version 4 door and it is really nice. haveing it with the 3.4 just makes it that much more fun. There is a ton of things you can do to the intierior to make it even more enjoyable and personal.. PM me for some ideas when you get it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPSMonteZ34 Posted February 26, 2004 Report Share Posted February 26, 2004 Aside from styling, it'll come down to a $$$ decision. The 3.8 should offer you less expenses for general maintenance...as compared to the DOHC. You'll really like the low-end grunt of the pushrod anyway. Sometimes I found myself wanting low-end torque in a car until I hit the open road. Â Style-wise, it's general preference. I liked my Monte's profile. For some reason, even after 9 years, people still thought it was practically brand new. Your appreciation begins to develop as you own it. As for the centre arm rest - *shrug* - my arm never complained. There is a lot to appreciate in the car. It may not have an excessive amount of perks in its interior, but if kept clean, everyone loves how it looks. Â ...and I don't even own mine anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizzo Posted February 26, 2004 Report Share Posted February 26, 2004 Monte all the way....the Z34 is sexy but not as sexy as the new supercharged SS, which I would give my left nut for. Anyways the 3.8 is an awesome engine which will definitely require less maintenance than a 3.4 and you'll most likkley get a lot better gas mileage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted February 27, 2004 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2004 thanks for all the responses! I found one at a dealership near me w/ 32,000miles @ $8,000!!! That's almost $1,000 below blue book due to an internet special! I'll keep you posted. I'll be bargaining with the parents this weekend when I get home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockTherapy Posted February 27, 2004 Report Share Posted February 27, 2004 i love the 4 door cutty's, and the gen1's above all else, keep the cutty ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted March 3, 2004 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2004 Well it looks like i'm not selling the cutlass until atleast the summer or maybe next year. The parents told me to wait...ugh!!! Oh well...thanks for all the opinions guys! I definately want to look into getting a monte though. I loved the test drive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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