When Chevrolet decided to slip a Corvette-bred LS2 between the
fenders of its midsize SUV, the result was a street brawler hiding
in a family hauler's clothes. This 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer SS
packs a 6.0L LS2 V8 under the hood, the same all-aluminum
powerhouse that gave the C6 Corvette its bite. Backed by a stout
4L80E automatic overdrive, it delivers the kind of torque that pins
you to the seat and rewrites what an SUV is supposed to feel
like.
Finished in vivid red over a black and gray cloth bucket seat
interior, this four door bruiser looks the part of a modern muscle
machine. The stance, the attitude, and the unmistakable rumble of
that LS2 make it clear this is no ordinary grocery getter. In an
era when most SUVs were chasing comfort alone, Chevrolet
Performance built the TrailBlazer SS to chase Mustangs at
stoplights.
History has been kind to these LS-powered SUVs. Produced in limited
numbers from 2006 through 2009, the TrailBlazer SS has earned a
loyal following among enthusiasts who recognize its unique place in
performance history. It represents one of the last times a major
manufacturer dropped a big cubic inch V8 into a midsize SUV without
apology. Clean, unmodified examples are getting harder to find as
more are tucked away or turned into full-blown track toys.
This example comes equipped with four wheel disc brakes to rein in
the power, power windows and locks for everyday usability, and a
power sunroof that lets the sound of that V8 fill the cabin. An
aftermarket sound system with subwoofer adds extra punch to your
favorite driving soundtrack. With its console shifter, center
console, and supportive bucket seats, this TrailBlazer SS blends
muscle car spirit with real world comfort in a way few vehicles
ever have.
Turn the key, listen to that LS2 come to life, and remember when
Chevrolet built SUVs for people who still wanted to feel the road.
This is modern muscle with room for friends, gear, and a whole lot
of attitude.
Vehicle Options
- 4 Wheel Disc Brakes
- Aftermarket Sound System with Subwoofer
- Power Locks
- Power Sunroof
- Power Windows
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