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Test-drive a Chevy Camaro
Camaro SS
After decades of being the No. 1 brand in Northeast Ohio, Chevrolet fell behind Ford last year. Chevy dealers don’t want that to be a trend.
So when organizers of the Cleveland Auto Show tried to see if several different brands wanted to get together to create an indoor test track at the I-X Center, Chevy dealers said no. They wanted the whole track for themselves.
“I think it’s going to be packed from open to close,” said Rob Patterson, Chevrolet zone manager for much of Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
There will be two free indoor test tracks at the show this year – the Chevy track and Camp Jeep, a smaller course at that brand’s exhibit. The Jeep exhibit was a popular feature at several auto shows in 2007 and 2008, but it was not in Cleveland last year.
Patterson said at the GM track the visitor can drive either at Chevy Malibu, a Camaro or an Equinox crossover. At the Jeep exhibit, the show visitor is a passenger in a vehicle driven by a product specialist.
Auto show chairman Gary Adams said he was surprised when the Chevrolet dealers group snapped up all of the space for the test track. Because of the large amount of space needed, he had assumed that no brand would want to take on all of the expense alone.
“It’s costly because it’s indoor space,” Adams said. Read the rest of this entry »
68 Chevelle/El Camino SS – Real or a Clone?
Posted by chevyss in Information on January 7th, 2010
Chevy SS - Real or Not?
How to spot a genuine SS Chevelle / El Camino
by: Daniel Carr (Part 1)
It is easy to spot an SS Chevelle compared to a “plain-Jane” model. However, it is not so easy to tell the difference between a genuine SS and a plain Malibu which has been altered to look like an SS. There are far more SS “look-a-likes” out there than people realize. There may even be more SS clones out there than genuine SS.
In the next couple of weeks, I will post, by year (68 – 73) a “what to look for” when searching for your Chevelle / El Camino Chevy SS. This article was written by Daniel Carr and posted over at chevelles.com
68 Chevelle SS / El Camino SS
In 1968, the SS was a separate model (the “SS-396″). Therefor, it can be identified by the VIN number. For example, a 1968 El Camino with a VIN number starting with “13880″ would be a genuine SS-396 model, while a ‘68 El Camino with the VIN “13680″ would be a non-SS “Malibu” version of the El Camino. All genuine Super Sports from 1966-1968 have an “8″ as the third digit of the VIN.
1968 was also the first year you could get an El Camino SS, and it is the only year for a separate El Camino SS model.
Genuine ‘68 SS-396 Chevelles had chrome trim pieces on the lower body sides both in front of, and BEHIND the rear wheels. The non-SS versions had the same trim in front of the rear wheels, but not behind them. None of the ‘68 Chevelle or El Camino models came with wheel well trim.
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2006/2007 Monte Carlo SS Future Classic?
Posted by chevyss in Future Classics on June 18th, 2009
2006/2007 Monte Carlo SS
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo was first introduced in 1970 to compete with the Ford Thunderbird and has gone through six generations since its humble beginnings.
I want to talk about the sixth generation Monte Carlo SS, no, not the weak 2000 to 2005 grocery getter but the sportier more defined 2006/2007 models which brought back some of the style and flare from the older Monte Carlos but separated itself from the pack with a distinct front-end look, NASCAR-style spoilers and Corvette-inspired exhaust outlets.
303 Horsepower – The highest it’s been in a long time!
The Monte Carlo SS are equipped with a V-8, 5.3-liter small-block that produces 303 horsepower and 323 pounds of torque; the highest it’s been in a real-real long time. It also utilizes a “displacement on demand” function that shuts down select cylinders when not needed to save fuel. The 63 horse power increase from the 2005 SS model (which was a V6) raised some eyebrows considering it was being placed on a front wheel drive car, the first front wheel drive SS in the Chevy lineup.
The Monte Carlo SS comes with the FE4 suspension, which is tuned to provide a sporty ride that complements the 5.3L small-block V-8’s performance. It offers increased stiffness and ride control, with reduced body lean and greater high-speed stability. Eighteen-inch alloy wheels with 235/50 R18 Goodyear Eagle performance tires compliment the package.
2007 was the last year of the Monte Carlo SS and while it was speculated that General Motors was considering a rear wheel drive replacement for the Monte Carlo we now know the 2010 Chevy Camaro will fill the sports coupe void that was left behind in 2007.
Do you consider the 2006/2007 Monte Carlo SS a future classic? Better yet do you consider any Monte Carlo a classic/future classic? Leave us your feedback.
Loading ...63 Impala SS with a 409 Brings $70,000
63 Impala SS 409
Well the Mecum auction has come and gone, and we saw some great cars roll through the auction block. One that caught my eye was a 1963 Silver Cortez, Chevy Impala SS convertible with the original 409 engine that sold for over $70,000. This was a pristine looking car but the fact that it was convertible with a rare original 409 engine is what brought in the big bucks.
There was eight engines available to power the Chevy Impala back in 1963, ranging from four versions of the small-block V-8 and three of the famous high power 409s. Chevrolet also introduced the Z-11. This was a 427 cid V8 based on the existing 409 but featured a smaller bore and a longer stroke. It made close to 500 bhp but was only available to factory approved customers through Chevrolet’s RPO (Regular Production Option).
The 409 was available in a tuned down version with 340 bhp and was also available with an optional Power-glide automatic transmission. But for the enthusiasts, Chevy offered the 409 with solid lifters and a single four barrel carb good for 400 bhp and a solid lifter 409 with two four barrel carbs good for a whooping 425 bhp.
This infamous engines popularity grew and the “hit single” produced by the Beach Boys called “409,” referring to the Chevy’s power engine, became an iconic song for Chevy owners.
There was approximately 153,000 Impala SS made in 63 and 16,900 came with the 409 an even smaller number of those were convertibles.
There is no doubt that the 63 Impala SS convertible is a desirable car but i would have never guessed it would be worth over $70,000. Don’t get me wrong, if I had that type of money I would have one sitting in my driveway right now that I would spend more time with then my wife *just kidding honey*. I guess in all collectible markets if you have that one of a kind item, then anyone with a large checkbook will stop at nothing to call it his or her own.
To learn more about the 409 V-8 engine check out this article at HowStuffWorks.com.
I also have a ton of photos from the Mecum action that you can see here. Mecum Photo Gallery
2010 Chevy Camaro Recall
2010 Chevy Camaro
The much anticipated 2010 Chevy Camaro has only been available for a few weeks, but the car has already suffered its first set back! Apparently GM issued a recall due to an exposed battery cable.
The problem came to GM’s attention when vehicles were brought in for service due to frayed cable insulation. Luckily the issue only lies with the V-8 equipped Chevy Camaros and only 300 have been sold so far.
Flores a GM spokesman said they will tow the faulty Camaros to dealers and offer free loaner vehicles and oil changes.
It will take dealerships about 30 minutes to adjust the positive battery cable so it doesn’t come in contact with the starter motor housing.
“This is obviously a very important launch for us, and we want to do whatever it takes to keep the customers happy,” said Flores.
We all have high expectations for the Chevy Camaro and hope this is only a minor set back.
New Camaro Vs. The Mustang and Challenger
Motor Trend pits the much-anticipated Chevy Camaro SS against its strongest competition: the Ford Mustang GT and the Dodge Challenger R/T. And the winner is…
The new Camaro SS is a hit!
The inevitable has happened, someone has already crashed there 2010 Chevy Camaro. This is definitely one of those “I should have never gotten out of bed” moments.
2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS is on our doorstep!
2010 Chevy Camaro SS
So I’m sure many of you have heard about the new Chevy Camaro SS coming out for 2010, if you haven’t you are probably living under a rock or are satisfied with your Dodge Neon. But for the rest of us motorheads who have been on the edge of their seat waiting and hoping this blessing to man will not disappoint. This Camaro is a beast, its bigger and faster than any other model before it, and many features to make you squeal like a little school girl. For a great read and excellent pictures check this article out: Click Here
Here are some of the specs:
- Price around $31,000
- 416-HP LS3 Engine
- 6.2 Liter Aluminum Shell Block V8 (and some other smaller engine )
- 6-Speed Manual
- 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum Wheels
- 21inch front and 22inch rear wheels
- 0-60 in….. wait for it….. 4.6 sec
- EPA -16 City / 24 Highway
I want to know who is going to buy one, and if you mind if I test drive it?
So we came back empty handed…
63 Chevy Impala Super Sport
I was thinking back on a trip me and a friend took recently to Indiana to look at a Numbers Matching 1963 Chevy Impala Super Sport on the web. We knew this SS probably needed some work, but we decided to take the gamble and fly all the way from Florida. Other than running into some scheduling problems with the owner of the vehicle the traveling and trip itself didn’t have any speed bumps.
Modified or Stock?
72 chevelle SS
Today’s market is highly driven upon bells and whistles it seems. You turn on the TV and you will find a lot of car shows talking about adding LCD TV’s and speakers to every nook and cranny of a vehicle.
The problem is where does it start and stop? Have we forgotten about the reason behind restoring cars?
My buddy and I were driving to pick up one of his projects that he was going to convert from a piece of junk to a beauty of a Chevy.
Unfortunately when we got there the car was so rusted we couldn’t even sit in the thing. But we got to thinking, why are we doing this? Is it about the money or about bringing works of art back to life? We then got onto the subject of modified or stock or as i like to say sizzle versus steak.
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Chevy SS Classified Ads- split bench seat with headrests
- 1969 Camaro SS RestoMod
- CAMARO Original FENDERS, DOORS & More
- CAMARO Original PARTS
- Camaro Z28 302/327/350 Lower Radiator Hose -
- Lower Radiator Hose - Camaro Z28 302/327/350
- Chevelle/El Camino/Monte Carlo SS Dash Assembly
- Small Block Upper Alternator Bracket 69-72 Camaro, Nova, Chevelle, Pass
- Chevy Big Block Alternator Bracket Set (9 Pieces)
- Chevy Open Element Air Cleaner Base with Breather Tube
- Chevy Open Element Air Cleaner Assembly
- EL CAMINO
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