Fast Stats
	Seats		2
	MSRP from		$43,180
	Engine		6.0L V8
	Horsepower		390 @ 5400
	Transmission		4-speed auto  6-speed manual
	MPG: City/Hwy		auto: 17/23  manual: 16/26
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2005 Chevy SSR

Chevrolet's convertible pickup truck is cool looking, very fast and available only in a limited basis. If you're interested in one, you'd better head down to the dealership before it's too late.

The 2005 Chevy SSR gets a whopping increase of 90 horsepower this year. Also new for 2005 are several new GM accessory packages. They include an auxiliary gauge package (volts, delivered torque, exterior temperature); a body color package, which adds the exterior color to SSR's auxiliary gauge package, engine cover insert and cargo area strips; a body color package with running boards; and a windbreak.

Available Models
The 2005 Chevy SSR is offered as a sole model.

Interior Features
The SSR's interior design is based on Chevrolet's twin cockpit approach, with a horizontal cross-car bar and body-colored accents. The satin chrome aluminum look used on elements of SSR's exterior continues on the interior door trim and instrument panel bezels.

Standard features this year include air conditioning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, leather upholstery, heated power mirrors, power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player and more.

An optional preferred equipment group adds heated front seats, driver-seat and mirror memory, a Bose AM/FM radio with in-dash 6-disc CD changer, driver-side and rearview automatic day/night mirrors and a universal garage-door opener.

Exterior Features
The key to the 2005 Chevy SSR (beside its strength) is its power retractable hardtop. The first ever on a pickup, it is the only system of its kind where the roof panels move independently, stacking vertically behind the passenger compartment.

Performance
Engineers at GM dropped last year's 300-horsepower motor in favor of a small-block 6.0-liter V8. Ratings for 2005 are 390 horsepower at 5400 rpm, while torque is 405 lb-ft at 4400 rpm.

Mated to this new engine is the standard Corvette's Hydra-Matic 4L65-E 4-speed automatic transmission. Also new is an optional Tremec M10 6-speed manual gearbox.

In yet another upgrade, the 2005 Chevy SSR's steering system is significantly revised, including a retuned valve and t-bar assembly, and a new bearing and friction seal package. These upgrades provide a more precise on-center feel, smoother overall operation and reduced effort at lower speeds.

The front suspension uses upper and lower control arms for superior kinematics, damping and stability. SSR's rear five-link live axle suspension features monotube shock absorbers with mountings outboard of the frame.

Safety and Security
Standard safety equipment includes dual front airbags, side airbags, antilock 4-wheel brakes and daytime running lights. A theft-deterrent system is also included.

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