Vehicle Description
The Chevrolet SSR was a fascinating experiment the likes of which
we may never see again. It handles like a Camaro, capable of
hauling real stuff like a pickup, and has a folding hardtop like a
European roadster. Throw in the low production numbers, amazingly
low mileage, and the desirable LS2 V8, and you have the recipe for
a future classic you can enjoy today and watch its status build
over the years.
With barely over 5k miles on the odometer, this 2005 Chevrolet SSR
is bone stock and ripe for stashing away for posterity. The factory
application of Redline Red still retains the level of showroom
shine that you'll know exactly how this looked at the Chevy dealer
over a decade ago. And the condition of the body panels and
precision their gaps are an instant sign that this always had a
prized spot in the garage. Now that over a dozen years has passed
since this was built, we can really begin to appreciate how the SSR
blended the iconic Advance Design pickups of the 40s and 50s with
modern fender flairs, an aggressive stance, and this one even has
the optional running boards and bright alloys. It's this mix of
retro pickup and factory hot rod that keeps these grabbing
attention even when you're just on a milk run.
The exterior color is an important choice, because the red goes so
well with the black leather interior. Inside, the full experience
is anything but pickup truck basic, offering sculpted bucket seats,
a color-matched center console, and every feature GM could dream
up. And, of course, it's all just as nice as the exterior, because
ultra-low mileage also means very little seat time. Features
include power seats, power windows, power locks, cruise control,
power mirrors, dual front air bags, side air bags, and a thundering
Bose AM/FM/CD stereo system that fills the sporty cockpit with
sound even when the top is down. In fact, speaking of the roof,
with just the touch of a button, the slick hardtop folds and stows
behind the cab. This kind of trick action that will have people
taking out their cell phones to capture the motion. You'll gladly
do this any time of year, because the ice-cold air conditioning and
heated seats make this an all-season droptop. In fact, while this
has low mileage, we know you won't be able to resist adding more to
the odometer. After all, this is the perfect weekend getaway
companion with a fully-secured and carpeted bed that acts like the
ultimate locking trunk.
While all SSRs are V8-powered, not all were created equal. During
the limited run, a later model like this received the 6.0-liter LS2
V8. This numbers-matching, fuel-injected power plant was shared
with the Corvette, and so the 390hp represented a 30% upgrade in
power over the previous year. As you look at the undercarriage
photos, you will not only spot an exceptionally clean presentation,
but also all the right components for a great handling machine
(rack & pinion steering, independent front suspension, wide
Goodyear rubber, sway bars, modern bracing, ventilated four-wheel
disc brakes, etc.) Add in a four-speed automatic transmission with
highway-friendly overdrive, and this is the kind of future classic
you'll enjoy driving near or far.
Complete with the original windows sticker and owner's manual, this
is the most collectable late-model Chevy around. It's fast, fun,
and unique. Now is your time to get this future classic while it's
still affordable. Call now!
