View Poll Results: Which SS model(s) should be cut or named something else?
Silverado SS
33
23.57%
Impala SS
24
17.14%
Monte Carlo SS
30
21.43%
Malibu SS
63
45.00%
Colbalt SS
19
13.57%
Colorado SS
28
20.00%
Aveo SS
121
86.43%
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Which SS model should get a bullet
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
The SS moniker should be gotten rid of altogether. Im surprised it is still around and that GM seems to be elevating its prominance. I beleive it is hurting GM. Every GM model should have a separate hi-po moniker. Maybe they could use SS on one model but not all.
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by VegasZ
The SS moniker should be gotten rid of altogether. Im surprised it is still around and that GM seems to be elevating its prominance. I beleive it is hurting GM. Every GM model should have a separate hi-po moniker. Maybe they could use SS on one model but not all.
I don't believe this harmful. Chrysler is using the same strategy - across two brands - with SRT - (Dodge Neon) SRT-4, (Chrysler) Crossfire SRT-6, (Chrysler) 300 SRT-8, (Dodge) Viper SRT-10. With Dodge now using "R/T" for it's "semi sporty" models.
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
For those that didn't know... the first SS ever was a six-banger. 
Personally, I say why not let there be a top performance level for each model called "SS"? I myself would love to have a Tahoe SS.
Is the Aveo SS going to be supercharged?
Personally, I say why not let there be a top performance level for each model called "SS"? I myself would love to have a Tahoe SS.
Is the Aveo SS going to be supercharged?
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by Darth Xed
I even think that the "Xtreme" name could fit here... since it was used on a "cute" S-10 that was dressed up a bit, yet it has a sound, that I think would appeal to the audience this car would be targetted at...
As for the models....I wouldn't mind seeing an SS of any of them as long as it's done right and for the right price. The Impala and the Monte SS are a nice effort, but why do they cost as much as the CTS and have less HP despite being supercharged? If GM is going to half *** it, then they shouldn't bother. Real, competitive SS models would be great. Aveo SS with a turbo? cool. Aveo SS with slightly bigger rims and a body kit? Not cool. Needs both or don't even bother.
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by jg95z28
For those that didn't know... the first SS ever was a six-banger.
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by redzed
A trim/suspension package was exactly what an "SS" badge meant in the classic era of musclecars.
SS is being used today as it always has been , in fact even more appropriately ? If they were using the SS badge like they used to , you'd beable to , today , get a base model Monte carlo , Impala ect. with a SS trim option complete with badges and all , to go with your 205 hp 3.8 .For all the people who insist on griping about improper use of historic names , please at least know your history first
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by 90 Z28SS
Will all the people who think SS means top dog , please read that like 30 times . Their just happend to have been quite few people who checked the SS trim option to go with their now in some cases legendary engines SS is being used today as it always has been , in fact even more appropriately ? If they were using the SS badge like they used to , you'd beable to , today , get a base model Monte carlo , Impala ect. with a SS trim option complete with badges and all , to go with your 205 hp 3.8 .
SS is being used today as it always has been , in fact even more appropriately ? If they were using the SS badge like they used to , you'd beable to , today , get a base model Monte carlo , Impala ect. with a SS trim option complete with badges and all , to go with your 205 hp 3.8 .
Originally Posted by 90 Z28SS
For all the people who insist on griping about improper use of historic names , please at least know your history first
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by redzed
Yup, you used to have to buy the "SS" badge just to have the "right" to order top-end powerplants.
If "historically correctness" is the issue, the Cobalt SS is more "correct" than the late, great '94-96 Impala.
If "historically correctness" is the issue, the Cobalt SS is more "correct" than the late, great '94-96 Impala.
I was just trying to make a point , not all SS's were holy ...just like now . So GM really isnt generically using the name at all as many like to believe .
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
I think to anyone that the SS moniker is getting bad now??? need some visuals??? to make my point...
HERE YA GO!
SS Station Wagon?????
res://C:\WINDOWS\System32\shdoclc.dll/http_404.htm#http://www.classiccarbug.com/featurecar0601.php
http://www.stationwagon.com/gallery/..._Chevelle.html
yup they made them...
so now you die hard fans what is an SS really?? SS is a trim level..not a performance package..though they go hand in hand in most of the muscle cars of yeterday..
you could get a SS V6, to a SS station wagon...
so whats the matter with a SS Aveo??? if its got 205 HP and is that size.......
or the Cobalt...tell you I saw it last night at the auto show...thatthing is nice
HERE YA GO!
SS Station Wagon?????
res://C:\WINDOWS\System32\shdoclc.dll/http_404.htm#http://www.classiccarbug.com/featurecar0601.php
http://www.stationwagon.com/gallery/..._Chevelle.html
yup they made them...
so now you die hard fans what is an SS really?? SS is a trim level..not a performance package..though they go hand in hand in most of the muscle cars of yeterday..
you could get a SS V6, to a SS station wagon...
so whats the matter with a SS Aveo??? if its got 205 HP and is that size....
...or the Cobalt...tell you I saw it last night at the auto show...thatthing is nice
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by redzed
Yup, you used to have to buy the "SS" badge just to have the "right" to order top-end powerplants
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
I'm wondering why some of us are trying to argue the role of the "SS" badge in an era that was 30-35 years in the past. We can't use the exact roles of long dead names on cars today. The world has gone through a lot since then and the modern meanings of legendary names such as "SS" should also be reinterpreted for our modern era.
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Sorry if I like living in the past but NO watered down SS cars for me(meaning 4 cylinders,bad enough that there are V6s-present or past) ...the caveman has spoketh 
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by HAZ-Matt
Actually, the very first SS was powered by a 283 cu in V8 and made 310HP (This was in 1957)...
SS wasn't available until the 1961 MY when it was a $54 trim package...
http://www.motortrend.com/future/con...2_0303_fut_ss/
A 283 / 310 HP in 1957???
What have you been smoking?
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Re: Which SS model should get a bullet
Originally Posted by jg95z28
SS wasn't available until the 1961 MY when it was a $54 trim package...
http://www.motortrend.com/future/con...2_0303_fut_ss/
A 283 / 310 HP in 1957??? What have you been smoking?
http://www.motortrend.com/future/con...2_0303_fut_ss/
A 283 / 310 HP in 1957???
What have you been smoking?
Automotive history is filled with a series of "what-ifs," and few of these "what-ifs" are as intriguing to Corvette racing fans as the 1957 Corvette SS project.
In the early days before the Corvette was an American icon, and at the time even in danger of being discontinued by GM management, one obvious tactic to shore up the Corvette's sports car image and spur sales was to institute a racing program. Thus was born the short-lived Corvette SS project, with the initial goal of winning at Sebring. Led by the gifted Zora Arkus-Duntov, a team of engineers created this ultra-lightweight (1850 lbs) and powerful (307 bhp) racecar.
Success at Sebring for this stunning racer was unfortunately not in the cards. Although the SS was extremely fast for its day (top recorded speed of 183 mph), a series of mechanical problems forced it to retire after 23 laps in the Sebring 12-Hour race. Shortly thereafter, the ban on factory-sponsored racing efforts by the Detroit manufacturers spelled the end of the SS project.
In the early days before the Corvette was an American icon, and at the time even in danger of being discontinued by GM management, one obvious tactic to shore up the Corvette's sports car image and spur sales was to institute a racing program. Thus was born the short-lived Corvette SS project, with the initial goal of winning at Sebring. Led by the gifted Zora Arkus-Duntov, a team of engineers created this ultra-lightweight (1850 lbs) and powerful (307 bhp) racecar.
Success at Sebring for this stunning racer was unfortunately not in the cards. Although the SS was extremely fast for its day (top recorded speed of 183 mph), a series of mechanical problems forced it to retire after 23 laps in the Sebring 12-Hour race. Shortly thereafter, the ban on factory-sponsored racing efforts by the Detroit manufacturers spelled the end of the SS project.
