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2005 Chevrolet SSR consumer reviews

$42,555 starting MSRP
side view of 2005 SSR Chevrolet
(26 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.5
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Impractical? Then by a box!

If you want square, not for you. If you are looking for practicality, not for you. If you are into 50?s hot roding, being of independent out of the box don?t give crap what others think mindset, this may be your ride. If an LS2 engine in a convertible retro truck doesn?t scare you then look no further.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car for crusing around town.

This SSR was exactly what I was looking for: sporty, lots of power, and great curb appeal. It has quite a bit of space in the rear, but very little spare space inside. One of the few complaints that I have is the subpar cup holders, but overall, it is a great ride.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Just plain fun to be in the drivers seat

Fine tuned suspension quick response plenty of power car seems to cruise at 80 mph with a very lite foot I think the paint color says it all Smokin Asphalt

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Retro Look With Modern Corvette Power

A really cool convertible with classic looks and plenty of trunk room! I've had lots of old classic cars that were a pain to restore and maintain with few modern conveniences. This one is the best of both worlds (old and new). It is comfortable and gets lots of attention!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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sporty car I have ever owned

My father bought this truck brand new SSR 2005 I received it a month ago when he passed away, he had 220 miles on it, so it is like a brand new car 12 years later, we had to have a new computer module, tires, battery, and headlights from it sitting in garage so long but love this car/truck!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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SSR Buying Review

Cars.Com provided an excellent selection of cars available nationwide. Opportunity to compare vehicles / prices / mileage / colors / options from the comfort of my home. Narrow the selection process down to just a few cars and then economize my time when I decided to look at them. Process was painless and provided the opportunity to select exactly the vehicle I wanted. Great website.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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totaled

check the frame behind the front wheels for where it has been welded back together. I checked this vehicle out and noticed the repair so I walked away

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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SSR - great truck

The 2005 SSR has the styling, handling and performance of a sports car/truck. I prefer it over my corvette. Would highly recommend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Bike transporter

I had a BMW M3, which was a great car but the trunk is too small for my road bike even w/ the front wheel removed. So I wanted another performance car that could accomodate my TREK bike. I looked at many models from several companies, read the +/_ reviews and chose a low milage SSR. It's not as fast as I thought it would be because it's so heavy. Also with so much weight in front, handling is not in the BMW league but is certainly much better than average. Brakes are excellent as well. Moreover, it's a very comfortable ride over PA's very pot holed roads; the seats are superb. The Bose sound system is terrific as well and the fold down top is still an amusement when it's warm out. The A/C works well also. in sum, we're very happy w/ the truck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Sold a Corvette for SSR and glad I did....

Best all around sports car I have ever owned. Performance of a sports car and hauling capacity of an SUV....and TOPLESS!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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