A high point in the convertible market is the Chevrolet SSR. In 2004 Chevrolet rolled out an upgraded version of the SSR with one versions: Base. Sales for the SSR, especially the SSR Base, were brisk during 2004 and 2005. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
Chevrolet has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Chevrolet SSR of 2003. There are one trim levels to the SSR, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options. Like in 2002 the popular 5.3 liter Vortec has made this a popular choice for convertible buyers around the world.
The restyled SSR Base is equipped with a General Motors 6.0-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The Vortec engine is paired with a General Motors 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
Standard equipment in the SSR for 2005 and 2006 includes the 6.0 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the SSR.
The restyled SSR Base is equipped with a 6.0-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a Tremec six-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2005 version.
