This car put the smiles back to me after a long time and all for the right reasons: 1. Manual Transmission 2. V8 3. Pure RWD In short a real driver's grand tourer Cars like these are getting rarer and rarer these days we seem to be getting more and more of automated, hybrid, electric (in future self driving) and all the techno gizmo nonsenses, far removed from the spirit of the automobile and the joy of driving. The review was brilliant, keep up the good work Craig and thanks Chevy for this car
"It's not for technology" What? The car parks itself, has Internet access, magnetic shocks, and launch control, that's a lot of technology for any automobile.
+Doug FA Right there with ya. I drive an 06 Focus ST and my dream car is the new Shelby GT350, but there's something about the SS that I just get sucked into. Really a great car by Chevy.
What´s wrong whith the design? I think it looks great. The stick would be a huge plus in my book plus the price is unrivaled. Fuel consumption is not much better with the competitors.
He should have highlighted the self parallel parking feature which is similar to Ford's. This car seems a bargain for all the performance and features it has for less than $50k. The Germans nickel and dime you for all their separate options packages.
FF to 2021. Its not a great value as it is currently valued. Your 2015 back 5 yrs was msrp at approx 47K. Could be negotiated to 39K on a buy. Today, 2021, a 2015, with very low mileage, pristine condition, no mods, will bring 41K to 43K. In fact, the SS is becoming an investment grade collector car.
i have to tell u this ,, at first ,, u were a joke but im glad how you managed to shift your reviews into joyful and funny content fused with specs and facts whatever you are doing ,,, keep it up .
People should really consider driving experience vs only considering hp #'s and straight line performance. The auto industry will focus more on providing cars that not only go fast but corner & brake too. This car is very appealing to me
I hate modern vehicles with a burning passion but this is imho the only good looking car made these days, and I love that it's avalible with a manual transmission! Just too many cars these days have all automatics it's ridiculous. Good to see another car with a manual transmission option!!!
Been strongly considering one of these alongside a Chrysler 300 SRT8. It's arguable which car looks better, but on tech they're pretty much equal. The SS will handle and perform better (if maybe not in a straight line), and the manual is hard to pass up (especially since the Chrysler has an old-as-dirt 5-speed auto). I think the MR shocks seal the deal for me.
I'm really enjoying the reviews you guys provide us. I follow most of the major car review channels on here and I like your videos the best. Thanks a lot. Much appreciated!!
Autoguide.. Seriously.. ditch the other presentors. This guy is commentary gold. The others bore me. He's funny and honest. I actually want to watch his reviews.
its almost AMG looking in certain areas, kinda older Malibu, a lot of Holden, its not ugly its not super sexy its a good car for those who like sound and power but dont want all of the attention.
First off great review man! I wish the car had more of an aggressive stance & body style but i love the fact that has a manual option! Overall great car.
I love Steve Hammes, Alex on Autos, and TFL Car/Truck can be pretty great too, when Nathan isn't passing out from drugs, but YOUR VIDEOS ARE THE BEST!!!!! The editing and music beats everyone by far, including overly narcissistic Motor Trend! MAKE MORE VIDEO REVIEWS!!!! I love them. I'd love to see a video review on the Power Wagon Laramie and the Challenger R/T Scat Pack (not Shaker).
This was the most amazingly well thought out and put together videos I have ever witnessed (for a review). I loved it! I wish everyone put this much time/effort into making the viewer experience NEXT LEVEL! You got one more sub :D
Now that is how everyone should do a car review. If I buy one, the first thing I will do is remove all the SS badging and replace it Chevy Malibu logos and add a Vortec belt driven super charge blowing throe a water to air intercooler. A low key color would also add the stealth factor.
I like this. It's a big car with lots of room, and it has a manual transmission option. It's a sleeper... Understated looks don't draw a lot of attention, but the drivetrain packs a punch when it's time to go. For a reasonable amount of money, you can make it much faster. ;)
Love this car, very stealthy. I'm a fan of stealth cars as frankly, cops (and assuming thieves) never look at them and there is something to be said for going, "Unnoticed" until you choose otherwise during your daily drive. I had an MB E55 modded to 700 HP and nobody gave it a second glance which I really liked.So each to his own, but I really like this car. :)Alex
Iv'e owned one, and they are quiet a nice car, they perform well enough, but yes use a bit too much fuel. Seats are very comfortable for traveling long distances, and the cabin is quiet good, with minimal tyre rumble, the gear lever in the Auto model feels quiet cheap and flimsy, and the chrome strips are likewise not up to par. But as I say, the car is a hell of a drivers car if you like traveling quickly. Sure there are better cars at this price point, but the SS is really a good handling, performance / comfortable touring car. In my opinion, you should take a drive, they really aren't half bad...honestly. But then thats my personnel opinion.
Mark Law what are the better cars at that price point? Looking around, this is a really great price/performance. I'm really curious as I'm in the market for something full-sized.
rantanamo There are no better cars in this segment at this price point. If you are looking at it strictly on price and performance, then the Charger SRT is the only other vehicle, and they are both similar, not one is better than the other. These 2 vehicles occupy the same space on the performance ladder, but they go about it in 2 different ways. The Charger SRT is faster in a straight line and gets slightly better gas mileage. The SS has the driving dynamics of a BMW M5 and has a manual option, it will also have better resale value due to it's rarity. Those are the differences, choose based on which aspects you want your car to have. The other vehicles in this segment are the Mercedes E400 and BMW 550i, which both start at almost $20k more, and the Taurus SHO, which has AWD but handles like a boat and isn't as quick.
rantanamo I'm Australian, we have the Ford XR6 Turbo, and G6E Turbo, and the XR8 Supercharged, these cars out gun the Chevy SS/ Holden SS, and even the HSV Cars. This is taken on a purely performance point of view. I have owned both, they both have positives and some negatives, which is how all cars are, but the Holden has the better interior of the two....Easily.
Street Speed 717 That's quiet funny, this was my main focus of cheap ways car companies can save money, but it shows so obviously in this case, it felt very flimsy. Every time you put the car into gear, you were reminded of how Holden/Chevy nickel and dime their customers. Letting themselves and their products down, were customers can Really Notice.
At 2:20, there is a great example of why this car is so much less money. Check out that headliner flex when he pushes the sunroof button. That kind of cheapness is EVERYWHERE in a car like this, BUT you get what you pay for so it's OK AS LONG AS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GETTING.
The good news about the looks is the cops won't bat an eye as this thing drives past. They'll probably think you're one of them; "Was that Tommy from central booking??" That being said, it does need to be about $6-8k less...
I agree that the manual is one of the standout, non-available-on-other-cars feature, but I would argue that Magneride is exactly as non-available on all its competitors' cars.
Look at the way its is outfitted here in australia as the commodore SSv redline it looks a lot better, im not sure why the Americans want it in this drab plane jane appearance, perhaps to use as unmarked cop cars?? Test drove one yesterday and really impressed and sad commodore is ceasing production here..I guess we will have to stick Japaneses performance cars in the future.
@@StreetSpeed717 It's a Holden, Street Speed. We also have a huge history of muscle cars in Australia going way back. Hector is right. This car was not designed in the US by Chevy but by Holden at their Melbourne Design studio and fully engineered there as well.
I've never had the opportunity to attempt to drive a manual. I'm 33 and idk Jack about driving a manual. Idk if I would want to deal with switching gears here in the busy city of Dallas. I wonder how the auto is?
beebop shopbop I've driven manuals for many years. I wanted to get a 2016 SS in manual but they were all sold out in my region. But I'm impressed with the Auto - it's not a dual clutch system like my DSG GTI, so not as quick when you shift it yourself (paddles or shifter). But move the lever to Sport Mode, select Performance or Track/Competitive and the auto comes alive. It's a blast for an auto. Overall a fun and high quality car for my family.
Better still, get the Holden Lion badge kit and rip all the Chevy badges off it. The Holden badges fit in the same holes because that's what they were designed for.
If this car came with that same V8 and transmission, but cost 30-35 grand; I would buy it TODAY. Trade my mustang in and piss my wife off just to have this car. But damn, 45k is too much. If they cut that fancy luxury stuff out and gave a base model with just power windows, locks, cloth seats and no big screen thing, then with out a doubt I would get it, because then I could even fit my kids in the back. And I am so glad that they gave is a manual for this year, bravo Chevy, and this is coming from someone who bleeds blue. Until then I will continue to love my Mustang, because I gotta have a Manual V8 RWD that is more raw and less luxurious.
Those other cars you mentioned the Chevy Caprice is the comparable vehicle to these in Australia this is a Commodore it is a SS Commodore we have Caprice and CapriceV in this series and they have the same V8 but only in Automatic and you don’t buy these for fuel efficiency
That sounds good. It would make the SS an even more practical choice for US residents. It's odd that they would do that considering that it's much more popular in Australia though. I'm kind of hoping that they will make the next version of the SS on the Alpha platform that they are using for the ATS-V and Camaro. It would make sense for those cars to share a factory.
It won't be built in America. This is an Australian car with only the drive train being American. Once production in Australia ceases in 2017 so will this car. The next commodore will be a front wheel drive import from most likely Opel and won't feature a V8. But Holden has promised us a rear wheel drive V8 sourced from most likely the US. And yes, this car is very popular in Australia. It is the 3rd most selling car following the Mazda 3 and the 6 year in a row leader the Toyota Camry. The next best selling Holden is the Cruze, which is also manufactured in Australia, but the American Cruze isn't. After 2017 Holden will import all its model line up, as well as Toyota and Ford who are also pulling the pin on Australian manufacturing, with Ford stopping in 2016 and Toyota in 2017.
The factory has closed and your GM CEO has also killed the brand. Holden is no more. So buy one quickly because they are now appreciating in value...collectors here in Australia and in the US are buying them. I own the 3.6 V6 mid-spec model and although it took the depreciation hit all new cars do when you take them off the dealer's lot it is now APPRECIATING in value. Owners of low mileage Holdens are making good money on the secondhand market.
@@tripsadelica I don't think they're actually appreciating that much. The owners with sales listings think they are appreciating, so they are listing the prices higher. However, they are not selling. Maybe if they keep them listed at the same price for 5 years or so they might sell.
Your Hellcat will be a dime a dozen b4 to long and YES I hope it would beat the SS considering the HP differences, but in everything else "your" Hellcat will loose.
keri ellerbe Not to mention the price difference, there's a solid $20k price gap between this and the hellcats. And the SS will definitely out-handle the hellcats on any track.
Vernon Price Im not even a fan but damn. Hellcat Charger looks like a beast. The SS is 30 years behind, looks boring as hell. Only thing that shows are the brembo calipers
Shawn Moses So you buy cars solely based on looks and nothing else? That's too bad, because if you were an actual driving enthusiast you would understand why you'd want the SS.
Vernon Price chevy's look like shit, period!!! Only one's I personally would buy, are the c6 and c7. I said hellcats look better because when they tail gate you, they look angry and they have the power to beat your ass
Despite being a skelator, this dude can review some cars! God (or whatever Skywizard you choose) bless you Sir, and keep up the good work! And go eat something...
Let's get this straight, geeky reviewer (who needs to go to a gym)...this car might have the Chevy bow tie but it is a HOLDEN COMMODORE. It was designed and manufactured in Australia for our local market. None of the technology in the car is from the US, save for the engine (which is retooled in Australia) and the firmware for the head unit. As to your opinion of the styling...well some people like you think it is bland...others, like me, think it is just right. The build quality is superb. Holden's factory has had high build quality ratings surpassing Chevy for many years now. The only great pity is that the CEO of GM (damn her guts!) has decided to kill the Holden brand and factory. So you will not be getting anymore Holdens from us, my US cousins. Time for you collectors to grab one. Already in Australia the values of even the 6 cylinder base model are rising.
I'm glad those other white guy autoguide reviewers got jobs at other companies because that means we get more Craig "Magnum Condom user" Cole reviews !
You can also get a 6 speed manual in a V-6 Honda Accord - the same size as this, far better reliability and gas mileage, 285hp and 0-60 in 6.1 seconds. 40K for a Chevy? Yeah, no thanks.
Why is it that GM MPG is so low compared to the Dodge Charger/Challenger SRT. If I remember right, the Dodges weight more, make more horsepower but get better gas mileage. Hmmmm
This car put the smiles back to me after a long time and all for the right reasons:
1. Manual Transmission
2. V8
3. Pure RWD
In short a real driver's grand tourer
Cars like these are getting rarer and rarer these days we seem to be getting more and more of automated, hybrid, electric (in future self driving) and all the techno gizmo nonsenses, far removed from the spirit of the automobile and the joy of driving.
The review was brilliant, keep up the good work Craig and thanks Chevy for this car
"It's not for technology"
What?
The car parks itself, has Internet access, magnetic shocks, and launch control, that's a lot of technology for any automobile.
I know right
you wouldn't buy one for the styling? I thinks it's gorgeous
joe blessing you can easily customize it and make it look more aggressive too.
Ik some people hate how it looks but I like it a lot
Same
Jared Fletcher I think it looks great... and I'm a Ford guy.
+Doug FA Right there with ya. I drive an 06 Focus ST and my dream car is the new Shelby GT350, but there's something about the SS that I just get sucked into. Really a great car by Chevy.
Oh yeah... The new GT350 is sweet too! It's a good time for car enthusiasts. The problem for me is being able to afford these new cars. LOL
That's right gents. We live in the new Golden era of muscle, and I am glad to be alive during it.
You know what? I like this guy. No homo. No homopho.
Hey man, what's wrong with being a homophobe huh??
Ethanmeister No homophopho.
+Tawfiqur Rahman No lisp
Love his style of reviewing. Very refreshing
Servant of JESUS CHRIST If you have a moment check out my SS review from a few days ago, would love some feedback!
Thank you for honoring me by requesting. I shall see to it sir
Servant of JESUS CHRIST Well thank you for checking it out :)
it was awesome
Servant of JESUS CHRIST Glad you enjoyed man!
What´s wrong whith the design? I think it looks great. The stick would be a huge plus in my book plus the price is unrivaled. Fuel consumption is not much better with the competitors.
Lmao at the annotations to build an SS, its probably like
1) option 1: sunroof
2) option 2: no sunroof
Full size spare option as well
He should have highlighted the self parallel parking feature which is similar to Ford's. This car seems a bargain for all the performance and features it has for less than $50k. The Germans nickel and dime you for all their separate options packages.
This thing is gorgeous to me for some reason.
The Impala is FWD and the 300 looks to bloated to me, I've heard good things about them though
Same. Reminds me a lot of the G8 which is one of my favorites. This car looks beautiful.
+Spruskinzie mooskenzie it practically is a G8 GXP.
Reviewers shouldn't give their opinion on the looks, that's the one thing that we can decide for ourselves without driving it; thank you very much.
+YourGodsIcon I disagree. I want to know what other people think about the look of the car.
This is a sleeper. It will be a great buy second hand years down the line.
+ Toyota4Life
Chevy4Life
FF to 2021. Its not a great value as it is currently valued. Your 2015 back 5 yrs was msrp at approx 47K. Could be negotiated to 39K on a buy. Today, 2021, a 2015, with very low mileage, pristine condition, no mods, will bring 41K to 43K. In fact, the SS is becoming an investment grade collector car.
i have to tell u this ,, at first ,, u were a joke
but im glad how you managed to shift your reviews into joyful and funny content fused with specs and facts
whatever you are doing ,,, keep it up .
People should really consider driving experience vs only considering hp #'s and straight line performance. The auto industry will focus more on providing cars that not only go fast but corner & brake too. This car is very appealing to me
I hate modern vehicles with a burning passion but this is imho the only good looking car made these days, and I love that it's avalible with a manual transmission! Just too many cars these days have all automatics it's ridiculous. Good to see another car with a manual transmission option!!!
When will GM ditch the chrome?
Stig Msr For REAL
soo agree. it makes it look cheap and tacky
Stig Msr Especially on the fucking wheels (even though I believe those are polished aluminum, but still).
Rock7132 The wheels look great in that finish.
Stig Msr They don't have to ditch the chrome. You can buy it and get rid of it yourself. Wrap or paint them over. Problem solved
+1 for actually reviewing the entire car and letting us know about the trunk space.
Been strongly considering one of these alongside a Chrysler 300 SRT8. It's arguable which car looks better, but on tech they're pretty much equal. The SS will handle and perform better (if maybe not in a straight line), and the manual is hard to pass up (especially since the Chrysler has an old-as-dirt 5-speed auto). I think the MR shocks seal the deal for me.
I'm really enjoying the reviews you guys provide us. I follow most of the major car review channels on here and I like your videos the best. Thanks a lot. Much appreciated!!
Autoguide.. Seriously.. ditch the other presentors. This guy is commentary gold. The others bore me. He's funny and honest. I actually want to watch his reviews.
its almost AMG looking in certain areas, kinda older Malibu, a lot of Holden, its not ugly its not super sexy its a good car for those who like sound and power but dont want all of the attention.
Not to mention it's like the IS-F. At first it looks like a regular economy family sedan and BAM
Danny Contreras you where glasses?
Shawn Moses no
Danny Contreras lmao, IS-F looks mean as fuck
But for a quick glance it just looks like an IS-250
First off great review man! I wish the car had more of an aggressive stance & body style but i love the fact that has a manual option! Overall great car.
I love Steve Hammes, Alex on Autos, and TFL Car/Truck can be pretty great too, when Nathan isn't passing out from drugs, but YOUR VIDEOS ARE THE BEST!!!!!
The editing and music beats everyone by far, including overly narcissistic Motor Trend!
MAKE MORE VIDEO REVIEWS!!!! I love them.
I'd love to see a video review on the Power Wagon Laramie and the Challenger R/T Scat Pack (not Shaker).
This was the most amazingly well thought out and put together videos I have ever witnessed (for a review). I loved it! I wish everyone put this much time/effort into making the viewer experience NEXT LEVEL! You got one more sub :D
I gave this video a thumbs up before I even watched it, just because this guy is doing it! He's awesome and funny as hell!
I love the looks, the engine, the interior, EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!!
I love this guy. Plus an awesomely understated car. Good Job!
You guys do an amazing job! I'm always laughing while learning and always entertained. Thank you for the great work!
craig cole has done it again! bravo.
I'm not crazy about car reviews. But... You're hilarious. I enjoyed every aspect of this review.
This guy should be reviewing cell phones...or dildos. I'm amazed he can drive a stick
Now that is how everyone should do a car review. If I buy one, the first thing I will do is remove all the SS badging and replace it Chevy Malibu logos and add a Vortec belt driven super charge blowing throe a water to air intercooler. A low key color would also add the stealth factor.
Good luck finding a manual however. When I bought mine (2015 June) it was the only one available in California, the next closest stick was in Idaho.
I just bought a manual in July of 2018 it’s a 2017 with 6 speed manual it has 3000 miles on it I had to drive to San Antonio from Dallas to get it.
If you are standard guy(even my SUV has a manual-2012 Xterra), the little segment to soak in the cars manual transmission was hilarious.
Thank you Chevy for making this car. I'll get a preowned one in a few years and save some $$.
Wonderful review - thanks so much! By the way - the MY16 SS will have a new optional wheel choice for those of you not into chrome. GM does listen!
They are also going to be cast aluminum...not forged like they currently are. Gaining style, but also gaining extra weight.
thanks for reviewing this thing, its often overlooked.
Bryce Piper hey now I reviewed one on my channel 5 days ago and loved it!
I like this. It's a big car with lots of room, and it has a manual transmission option. It's a sleeper... Understated looks don't draw a lot of attention, but the drivetrain packs a punch when it's time to go. For a reasonable amount of money, you can make it much faster. ;)
Love this car, very stealthy. I'm a fan of stealth cars as frankly, cops (and assuming thieves) never look at them and there is something to be said for going, "Unnoticed" until you choose otherwise during your daily drive. I had an MB E55 modded to 700 HP and nobody gave it a second glance which I really liked.So each to his own, but I really like this car. :)Alex
Iv'e owned one, and they are quiet a nice car, they perform well enough, but yes use a bit too much fuel.
Seats are very comfortable for traveling long distances, and the cabin is quiet good, with minimal tyre rumble, the gear lever in the Auto model feels quiet cheap and flimsy, and the chrome strips are likewise not up to par. But as I say, the car is a hell of a drivers car if you like traveling quickly.
Sure there are better cars at this price point, but the SS is really a good handling, performance / comfortable touring car.
In my opinion, you should take a drive, they really aren't half bad...honestly. But then thats my personnel opinion.
Mark Law what are the better cars at that price point? Looking around, this is a really great price/performance. I'm really curious as I'm in the market for something full-sized.
rantanamo There are no better cars in this segment at this price point. If you are looking at it strictly on price and performance, then the Charger SRT is the only other vehicle, and they are both similar, not one is better than the other. These 2 vehicles occupy the same space on the performance ladder, but they go about it in 2 different ways. The Charger SRT is faster in a straight line and gets slightly better gas mileage. The SS has the driving dynamics of a BMW M5 and has a manual option, it will also have better resale value due to it's rarity. Those are the differences, choose based on which aspects you want your car to have. The other vehicles in this segment are the Mercedes E400 and BMW 550i, which both start at almost $20k more, and the Taurus SHO, which has AWD but handles like a boat and isn't as quick.
Mark Law I reviewed an SS 5 days ago and I said the EXACT same thing about the shifter that i've never heard anyone else mention until now.
rantanamo I'm Australian, we have the Ford XR6 Turbo, and G6E Turbo, and the XR8 Supercharged, these cars out gun the Chevy SS/ Holden SS, and even the HSV Cars.
This is taken on a purely performance point of view.
I have owned both, they both have positives and some negatives, which is how all cars are, but the Holden has the better interior of the two....Easily.
Street Speed 717 That's quiet funny, this was my main focus of cheap ways car companies can save money, but it shows so obviously in this case, it felt very flimsy.
Every time you put the car into gear, you were reminded of how Holden/Chevy nickel and dime their customers.
Letting themselves and their products down, were customers can Really Notice.
Loving your reviews!
At 2:20, there is a great example of why this car is so much less money. Check out that headliner flex when he pushes the sunroof button. That kind of cheapness is EVERYWHERE in a car like this, BUT you get what you pay for so it's OK AS LONG AS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GETTING.
The good news about the looks is the cops won't bat an eye as this thing drives past. They'll probably think you're one of them; "Was that Tommy from central booking??"
That being said, it does need to be about $6-8k less...
johnnyr25 Based on what? What other cars in the market have anywhere near this level of performance and technology for $6-8k less?
Great review of more than a great CAR!!! Thank you!
I agree that the manual is one of the standout, non-available-on-other-cars feature, but I would argue that Magneride is exactly as non-available on all its competitors' cars.
I love the way you presented the video good job!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
beautiful car
I almost believed that M5 was actually parked next to the SS, well done
Look at the way its is outfitted here in australia as the commodore SSv redline it looks a lot better, im not sure why the Americans want it in this drab plane jane appearance, perhaps to use as unmarked cop cars?? Test drove one yesterday and really impressed and sad commodore is ceasing production here..I guess we will have to stick Japaneses performance cars in the future.
Entertaining review! I can tell this car was not designed in the USA because of the manual gearbox and rear wheel drive.
Hector Rivera You mean the country that created muscle cars? lol
Street Speed 717 LOL... I would not call this Chevy SS a muscle car, this falls more in the Sports Sedan category competing with European sedans.
@@StreetSpeed717 It's a Holden, Street Speed. We also have a huge history of muscle cars in Australia going way back. Hector is right. This car was not designed in the US by Chevy but by Holden at their Melbourne Design studio and fully engineered there as well.
So, is this Chevy's "cheaper" version of the Caddy CTS-V? I assume it's the same platform. the wheelbase is the same, between the SS and the CTS.
I've never had the opportunity to attempt to drive a manual. I'm 33 and idk Jack about driving a manual. Idk if I would want to deal with switching gears here in the busy city of Dallas. I wonder how the auto is?
I have a manual in mine but, the auto is great too.
beebop shopbop I've driven manuals for many years. I wanted to get a 2016 SS in manual but they were all sold out in my region. But I'm impressed with the Auto - it's not a dual clutch system like my DSG GTI, so not as quick when you shift it yourself (paddles or shifter). But move the lever to Sport Mode, select Performance or Track/Competitive and the auto comes alive. It's a blast for an auto. Overall a fun and high quality car for my family.
that's the coolest car I've seen in a long time . wish I had 46 grand to spend on a car .
You guys are fucking hilarious. Well done with the Pontiac creeping by in the background . Lol
Not Available in Canada! or will it be in the future?
Great review, subbed already!
This guy is funny...I like his reviews. The SS is a brilliant car. The bland styling just makes it the perfect sleeper.
Nice review. That Price tag though.. I dunno about that one. Also... First?
If I owned one, I would remove the SS lettering and put a Malibu badge on it. Thats all you need to convert it to a sleeper - if that!
+Stephen E That would stop all the questions from everyone wondering what it is.
Better still, get the Holden Lion badge kit and rip all the Chevy badges off it. The Holden badges fit in the same holes because that's what they were designed for.
lol @ the G8 driving in the background :D
If I had a better job, more money and wasn't buying a 09 Ford CVPI I would consider this. This car is bad ass. Too bad I'm just starting out XD
I love it, I own one that's how much I like it's a great car all round. Now I'm aiming for the zl1 1le Camaro giving the ss to my wife
I love this car. I wish i had known about it before i bought my Mustang GT.
+Germain Gonzalez You could always trade up.
Love my auto...screw the manual...enjoy what you want...
Exactly
If this car came with that same V8 and transmission, but cost 30-35 grand; I would buy it TODAY. Trade my mustang in and piss my wife off just to have this car. But damn, 45k is too much. If they cut that fancy luxury stuff out and gave a base model with just power windows, locks, cloth seats and no big screen thing, then with out a doubt I would get it, because then I could even fit my kids in the back. And I am so glad that they gave is a manual for this year, bravo Chevy, and this is coming from someone who bleeds blue. Until then I will continue to love my Mustang, because I gotta have a Manual V8 RWD that is more raw and less luxurious.
In 2015, there's no split fold down rear seat....REALLY CHEVY? The LS3 is nice but not fuel efficient. I got the Charger SRT and am not disappointed.
Those other cars you mentioned the Chevy Caprice is the comparable vehicle to these in Australia this is a Commodore it is a SS Commodore we have Caprice and CapriceV in this series and they have the same V8 but only in Automatic and you don’t buy these for fuel efficiency
Love your reviews
Sadly, almost 100% of these cars are sold with the automatic. It's very hard to find one with the manual.
Hilarious vid. Awesome editing as well.
What color was the SS? Was it the mystic green?
Isn't the Holden factory closing soon? Where will these be made, I'm assuming that they still import them like they did with the G8?
Supposedly the Holden factory will close in 2017. And the current SS should be built in North America by this year 2015. That's what I've heard.
That sounds good. It would make the SS an even more practical choice for US residents. It's odd that they would do that considering that it's much more popular in Australia though. I'm kind of hoping that they will make the next version of the SS on the Alpha platform that they are using for the ATS-V and Camaro. It would make sense for those cars to share a factory.
It won't be built in America. This is an Australian car with only the drive train being American. Once production in Australia ceases in 2017 so will this car. The next commodore will be a front wheel drive import from most likely Opel and won't feature a V8. But Holden has promised us a rear wheel drive V8 sourced from most likely the US. And yes, this car is very popular in Australia. It is the 3rd most selling car following the Mazda 3 and the 6 year in a row leader the Toyota Camry. The next best selling Holden is the Cruze, which is also manufactured in Australia, but the American Cruze isn't. After 2017 Holden will import all its model line up, as well as Toyota and Ford who are also pulling the pin on Australian manufacturing, with Ford stopping in 2016 and Toyota in 2017.
The factory has closed and your GM CEO has also killed the brand. Holden is no more. So buy one quickly because they are now appreciating in value...collectors here in Australia and in the US are buying them. I own the 3.6 V6 mid-spec model and although it took the depreciation hit all new cars do when you take them off the dealer's lot it is now APPRECIATING in value. Owners of low mileage Holdens are making good money on the secondhand market.
@@tripsadelica I don't think they're actually appreciating that much. The owners with sales listings think they are appreciating, so they are listing the prices higher. However, they are not selling. Maybe if they keep them listed at the same price for 5 years or so they might sell.
Looks rather nice. Wonder how it'll hold up long term.
Hilarious editing
Your Hellcat will be a dime a dozen b4 to long and YES I hope it would beat the SS considering the HP differences, but in everything else "your" Hellcat will loose.
keri ellerbe Not to mention the price difference, there's a solid $20k price gap between this and the hellcats. And the SS will definitely out-handle the hellcats on any track.
Vernon Price Im not even a fan but damn. Hellcat Charger looks like a beast. The SS is 30 years behind, looks boring as hell. Only thing that shows are the brembo calipers
Shawn Moses So you buy cars solely based on looks and nothing else? That's too bad, because if you were an actual driving enthusiast you would understand why you'd want the SS.
Vernon Price chevy's look like shit, period!!! Only one's I personally would buy, are the c6 and c7. I said hellcats look better because when they tail gate you, they look angry and they have the power to beat your ass
Shawn Moses So basically exactly what I said. You buy cars solely based on looks and nothing else. That makes you an idiot, not a car enthusiast.
The BMW 535 can be optioned with a manual transmission, not just the M5
Great review!!
good job senpai the video was glorious.
I'd add a supercharger from a ZL1 camaro, long tube headers, 36lb injectors, and a his computer tune
You look like nigma from Gotham... But anyway great review!
"Pulls like a freight train"?
I'm going to save up some cash, buy this car with automatic transmission and send it to this guy in the video.
In 20 years, when this becomes a "Classic", no one will know how to drive a manual transmission car!!🤣
Great review.
hilarious! I don't personally feel that way about manuals, but I know some people who do.
Like the fact that the G8 just drives right behind him
Maybe in black it would look better, so its prob just a v series?
Maybe something is wrong with me. I think the exterior is pretty cool
I live in the DMV and only seen 1 SS. Bad ass car but no one buys them
The ultimate (cool) dad mobile!
My trust in Chevy has been restored
Despite being a skelator, this dude can review some cars! God (or whatever Skywizard you choose) bless you Sir, and keep up the good work! And go eat something...
Let's get this straight, geeky reviewer (who needs to go to a gym)...this car might have the Chevy bow tie but it is a HOLDEN COMMODORE. It was designed and manufactured in Australia for our local market. None of the technology in the car is from the US, save for the engine (which is retooled in Australia) and the firmware for the head unit. As to your opinion of the styling...well some people like you think it is bland...others, like me, think it is just right. The build quality is superb. Holden's factory has had high build quality ratings surpassing Chevy for many years now.
The only great pity is that the CEO of GM (damn her guts!) has decided to kill the Holden brand and factory. So you will not be getting anymore Holdens from us, my US cousins. Time for you collectors to grab one. Already in Australia the values of even the 6 cylinder base model are rising.
This guy is great!
The slapped SS on a Malibu.
I'm glad those other white guy autoguide reviewers got jobs at other companies because that means we get more Craig "Magnum Condom user" Cole reviews !
You can also get a 6 speed manual in a V-6 Honda Accord - the same size as this, far better reliability and gas mileage, 285hp and 0-60 in 6.1 seconds. 40K for a Chevy? Yeah, no thanks.
+Milford Civic Honda Accord vs Chevy SS LOL
So this car goes against the 392 while Caddy goes against hellcat?
Why is it that GM MPG is so low compared to the Dodge Charger/Challenger SRT. If I remember right, the Dodges weight more, make more horsepower but get better gas mileage. Hmmmm
+Dialysisforever i would guess the transmission
Very nice video!!!
Great car but needs a full exterior makeover! Looks like a malibu