New V8 with Cylinder-Deactivation Powers Upgraded SS Models
Despite being popular among police fleet buyers and NASCAR aficionados respectively, the current Chevrolet Impala and
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The new 2006 Impala and Monte Carlo were introduced yesterday at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show by General Motors North America President Gary Cowger. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
GM expects its new 2006 Impala and Monte Carlo, introduced yesterday at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, will find a much broader spectrum of buyers due to improved performance, all-new interiors and updated styling.
"The '06 Impala and Monte Carlo deliver more of what customers want from a large sedan or coupe - uncompromising roominess, but
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GM is expecting the new Impala and Monte Carlo to attract a much broader spectrum of buyers. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
Chevy has cleaned up the look of both cars, with each appearing nearly identical to one another from the front. A thin, horizontal grille opening is understated, yet adds a sporty touch to what is otherwise a fairly conservative design. SS models get a racier lower valance that integrates a second horizontal grille opening, filled with a black-diamond crosshatch pattern - a treatment that mirrors that in the upper SS grille.