Collector Car Information

Frequently you will find that buyers of the Chevrolet SSR are very excited about their new truck. The SSR has held a place among the top of the SSR line of truck for more than a decade. It is an important automobile, and the 2004 model is no different in that respect. The Chevrolet SSR comes under the heading of convertible models that are suitable for families.

Engine Performance

The SSR Base is equipped with a General Motors 5.3 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

The SSR uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

SSR Base Statistics

116.00 of wheelbase allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers. It sits a comfortable 64.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the SSR Base are 191.40 inches long by 78.60 inches wide.

The OEM suggested retail price (MSRP) was $41,620 when new. The dealer cost on the truck was $38,915. This price was in line with the industry standard price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the SSR is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 25.00 gallons.

The 2004 SSR gets 19 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 in the city. This is average for a convertible truck.

In Summary

The 2004 model year was unsuccessful for the Chevrolet SSR. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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