More proof NASCAR does not help sell cars

On the heels of Ford having to deep-six their Taurus after years of racing it in NASCAR because of lackluster sales comes word that Chevy will now deep-six their Monte Carlo after years of winning races and championships in NASCAR. Bottom line – racing in NASCAR does not equate to selling cars – the proof is now there to say this theory is now 'fact.'

Inside Line has confirmed with supplier sources that production of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo will cease at the end of the 2007 model year. That means the last Monte Carlo will roll off the line sometime this summer. In recent years, the Monte Carlo has been one of General Motors' biggest successes on the NASCAR stock-car racing circuit. But the two-door companion to the Chevrolet Impala sedan has not resonated with the buying public. Edmunds.com