• The 1988 Monte Carlo marked the end of the fourth generation for this popular Chevrolet car. By 1988, only the LS and SS were offered after the Aero Coupe was discontinued after only two years at the end of 1987. The Monte Carlo SS's production was canceled at the end of the year, ending the era for this performance sedan, which didn't return until 1995 when a new engine and chassis were utilized.
  
  

Engine and Transmission

• The 1988 Monte Carlo SS features a 305-cubic inch, 5.0-liter L69 engine. This eight-cylinder engine pushes 180 horsepower at 4,800 revolutions per minute. The torque rating for this engine is 225 foot-pounds at 3,200 RPM, with a bore and stroke of 3.74 inches by 3.48 inches. This cast alloy iron engine has a compression ratio of 9.5:1. The 1988 Monte Carlo SS has a maximum RPM of 5,500 and idles at 650 RPM. This engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
  
  

Chassis Features

• The 1988 Monte Carlo SS has a smooth rear bumper and rear taillights that extend 1/4-inch around the sides of the rear bumper. The Monte Carlo SS seats six. Optional features include a cassette player, air conditioning system, power window and door locks, and a sunroof. The decals for the 1988 SS consist of a large "SS" above a "Monte Carlo" in a smaller font.
  
  

Fuel Economy

• The 1988 Monte Carlo SS gets an EPA-estimated 17 miles per gallon in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. The LS model is a little more fuel efficient, earning 20 MPG in the city and 27 on the highway. The SS has a fuel tank capacity of 18.1 gallons.
  
  

Other Specifications

• The total production run for the 1988 Monte Carlo SS was 16,204 vehicles. The base price for the SS was $14,320. The 1988 SS was built in Arlington, Texas as well as Pontiac, Michigan. The curb weight for the SS model was 3,239 pounds.