trade intimidator for ssr
#21
02-12-2011, 01:43 PM
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Staten Island, New York
Posts: 1,035
My opinion is if you like the ssr go for it...Having said that, I never really liked them they were not practical for anything, they were very heavy so they can't be made to go really fast....decently fast yes, but no kiler...there a pickup shape but I don't think they can really haul anything...I am a fan of Holden Utes, but those can go fast while hauling stuff...
Honestly I like the GTO as an option over the SSR, they are no head turners in looks by any means (IMO) But really good bang for the buch...'04's (LS1) Can be had for low teens, '05/'06's can be had for high teens, low 20's...Yes many were raced, but that's the case with almost any performance car...BUT having said that with enough seaching you can find the right one in great condition for a great price...
As stated the GTO Was never made as a replacement for anything, they were put in place to fill a void that GM did not have at the time (RWD V8) they are good cars with great interiors, plunty of interior room for a 2 door, and decent power so it is a good option.
Again whatever you think fits you best weather it's ssr,gto,camaro best of luck with your decision, and let us know how it turns out!
Joe
Honestly I like the GTO as an option over the SSR, they are no head turners in looks by any means (IMO) But really good bang for the buch...'04's (LS1) Can be had for low teens, '05/'06's can be had for high teens, low 20's...Yes many were raced, but that's the case with almost any performance car...BUT having said that with enough seaching you can find the right one in great condition for a great price...
As stated the GTO Was never made as a replacement for anything, they were put in place to fill a void that GM did not have at the time (RWD V8) they are good cars with great interiors, plunty of interior room for a 2 door, and decent power so it is a good option.
Again whatever you think fits you best weather it's ssr,gto,camaro best of luck with your decision, and let us know how it turns out!
Joe
#22
02-12-2011, 02:36 PM
no reason why the ls2 ssr couldnt do the same thing as a tbss, and they can be made to be hideously fast. all it takes is money and determination.
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#23
02-12-2011, 03:36 PM
My opinion is if you like the ssr go for it...Having said that, I never really liked them they were not practical for anything, they were very heavy so they can't be made to go really fast....decently fast yes, but no kiler...there a pickup shape but I don't think they can really haul anything...I am a fan of Holden Utes, but those can go fast while hauling stuff...
Honestly I like the GTO as an option over the SSR, they are no head turners in looks by any means (IMO) But really good bang for the buch...'04's (LS1) Can be had for low teens, '05/'06's can be had for high teens, low 20's...Yes many were raced, but that's the case with almost any performance car...BUT having said that with enough seaching you can find the right one in great condition for a great price...
As stated the GTO Was never made as a replacement for anything, they were put in place to fill a void that GM did not have at the time (RWD V8) they are good cars with great interiors, plunty of interior room for a 2 door, and decent power so it is a good option.
Again whatever you think fits you best weather it's ssr,gto,camaro best of luck with your decision, and let us know how it turns out!
Joe
Honestly I like the GTO as an option over the SSR, they are no head turners in looks by any means (IMO) But really good bang for the buch...'04's (LS1) Can be had for low teens, '05/'06's can be had for high teens, low 20's...Yes many were raced, but that's the case with almost any performance car...BUT having said that with enough seaching you can find the right one in great condition for a great price...
As stated the GTO Was never made as a replacement for anything, they were put in place to fill a void that GM did not have at the time (RWD V8) they are good cars with great interiors, plunty of interior room for a 2 door, and decent power so it is a good option.
Again whatever you think fits you best weather it's ssr,gto,camaro best of luck with your decision, and let us know how it turns out!
Joe
The 2004's were not my cup of tea, but the 05-06 was very nice.
#25
02-12-2011, 04:49 PM
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 3,215
You need to realize that they have discontinued a lot of body panels interior pieces and the SSR under warranty can't be fixed with no part available.
#26
02-12-2011, 06:59 PM
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Wauconda, IL
Posts: 13,335
I'm not a big fan of the SSR. For around 20k you can find yourself a sweet C4 Vette. We just got an 96 Grand Sport and it's awesome.
#28
02-12-2011, 08:03 PM
haha interesting conversation here guys, but its really helped me out already.
1:the SSR might not be typical for me considering my work-field.
2: the gto, not as sexy as monte carlo (too straigh-bodied) and also is a 5-year old car (resale value)
3: that trailblazer ss from hell would def get me in trouble lol.
4: i wanted a ws6 tran am but all of em have been run ito the ground
5: i think its about time i got my first love: camaro.
has anybody test driven a pontiac g8 yet. i heard they came with ls3
1:the SSR might not be typical for me considering my work-field.
2: the gto, not as sexy as monte carlo (too straigh-bodied) and also is a 5-year old car (resale value)
3: that trailblazer ss from hell would def get me in trouble lol.
4: i wanted a ws6 tran am but all of em have been run ito the ground
5: i think its about time i got my first love: camaro.
has anybody test driven a pontiac g8 yet. i heard they came with ls3
Last edited by nighthawk626; 02-12-2011 at 08:17 PM.
#29
02-12-2011, 08:06 PM
#30
02-13-2011, 07:24 AM
Below are a few nice ones...They are out there `if you keep Searching 4 your `Dreams...Don 't settle 4 less & don't listen to kid's from `Space : )
<- this one isn't that far away from U ?
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2006 Pontiac GTO
$24,995
3,500 mi.
Red, 2 door, Coupe, AUTO, 6.0L V8, Stock# ED1055A.
Dealer: JC Lewis Ford (Savannah, GA ~ 249 mi. away)
888-891-8701
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
Click for Specials
2005 Pontiac GTO
$24,995
20,023 mi.
2 door, Coupe, 6.0L V8, Stock# T27277B.
Dealer: Westfield Ford (Countryside, IL ~ 1005 mi. away)
866-457-6244
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
Video 9
2005 Pontiac GTO
$24,895
12,016 mi.
Red, 2 door, Coupe, MANUAL 6SPD, 6.0L V8, Stock# 17434A.
Dealer: Paramus Auto Mall (Paramus, NJ ~ 946 mi. away)
888-341-8625
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
<- this one isn't that far away from U ? 18
2006 Pontiac GTO
$24,995
3,500 mi.
Red, 2 door, Coupe, AUTO, 6.0L V8, Stock# ED1055A.
Dealer: JC Lewis Ford (Savannah, GA ~ 249 mi. away)
888-891-8701
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
Click for Specials
2005 Pontiac GTO
$24,995
20,023 mi.
2 door, Coupe, 6.0L V8, Stock# T27277B.
Dealer: Westfield Ford (Countryside, IL ~ 1005 mi. away)
866-457-6244
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
Video 9
2005 Pontiac GTO
$24,895
12,016 mi.
Red, 2 door, Coupe, MANUAL 6SPD, 6.0L V8, Stock# 17434A.
Dealer: Paramus Auto Mall (Paramus, NJ ~ 946 mi. away)
888-341-8625
Email Dealer
CARFAX Record Check
Last edited by Space; 02-13-2011 at 07:29 AM.