Factory LS2 And 6-Speed Manual

From an example with Americana written throughout it to reporting on what is maybe the worst possible Chevy SSR in existence, we have had quite a couple of Chevy SSR stories here on Jalopnik. For the uninitiated, it is a weird and, dare we are saying, goofy-looking truck from the mid-2000s that was a throwback to the 1947 to 1955 Advance Design pickups, albeit with a convertible hardtop. While the quirky little proposition will not be to everyone’s taste, it does have its fans. If you happen to’re one in all them, then this CarGurus listing might pique your interest.

What we’ve got is a 2005 SSR finished in Redline Red with just below 4,350 miles on the odometer. Although this two-owner, clean-title, accident-free example seems tempting, its near-$56,000 asking price might provide you with pause. Just a few months ago, we shared an SSR listing under $40,000. As compared, this one’s a bit pricey. Price noting, nevertheless, is that the sub-$40,000 example has done close to twenty,000 miles. With that being said, this truck has a factory LS2 mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The 6.0-liter V8 in query belts out 390 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque, and belongs to the identical engine family that powered the C6 Corvette. This thing practically embodies the American spirit.

Based on Bill DeLuca Family of Dealerships, the Massachusetts-based dealer where the SSR currently sits, the previous owner bought the truck in 2021 and sold it after driving it just 200 miles. Along with the owner’s manual and a clean CarFax report, you furthermore may have access to the entire history of the truck because it was first purchased, should you could have any doubts.

This particular SSR features the 1SB Preferred Equipment Package, Sport Suspension Package, and Driver Convenience Package, in addition to cruise control and distant keyless entry. Other notable highlights of the listing include an all-black interior with a color-matched center console and Bose premium audio. Matching the outside finish, the tonneau cover is painted Redline Red, while the cargo bed itself is accented with wood strips, lending it a rather upmarket vibe. Adding a little bit of flair are the shiny five-spoke alloy wheels and the chevron bar on the front, which boasts a satin finish.

Based on MotorTrend, the mid-model 2005 SSR got here with notable chassis upgrades versus prior model years. Not only did the truck feel more composed, however the ride quality also improved dramatically, with the publication noting it felt less punishing than before. GM also reworked the retractable hardtop seals and gave the steering gear recent bearings, along with a couple of quality-of-life improvements.

Roughly 24,000 SSRs were built during its entire production run. The years 2004 and 2005 saw probably the most SSRs roll off the factory floor, with greater than 17,000 units combined. It’s value noting that should you’re seriously considering buying the Chevy SSR, dealership support is just about nonexistent. As Mike Moro of Easy Engineering explained for Hemmings, “You may’t go to GM dealers anymore for help, because practically the entire individuals who were trained to work on these have retired or moved on — so there’s poor dealer support.”