2006 Chevrolet SSR (395 hp LS2 V8): Start Up, Test Drive & In Depth Review

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Today, I'll be giving you all an in depth look at the LS2 powered Chevrolet SSR!
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[@saabkyle04]

Hey everyone! I'm sitting on a lot of "In Depth Reviews" that have already been filmed during the last 6+ months and I want to try to create a hybrid between my traditional "In Depth Review" and new "In Depth Tour" formats. In other words, instead of scripting out this video, like I normally do in my reviews, I voiced it over on the spot and simplified the editing a bit. I think it's less stat heavy, more natural sounding and easier to listen to. I want to hear your feedback on this hybrid format for the videos that I have already filmed. Going forward, my plan is to do more POV content. Let me know your thoughts!

[@BrummerSociety]

Hey Keyle, good job! I would love to see, if you go back too your traditional "In Depth Review"! It was awesom! For now, the voiceover is a good step for the old feeling! Keep on! Greets from germany!

[@emorycraft5489]

Love this new format! Very well done!

[@garbage854]

I like this foremat :)

[@crbb3099]

Why can't you just go back to what you did before? I understand you're technically a car reviewer but there are so, so many of those on KZbin. Your channel was one of the few actual incredibly unique ones. I remember discovering your channel back in like 2010, I really, really liked those videos. It felt just like going to a dealership and being able to look at practically every nook and cranny of a car, seeing how things worked, etc. Realistically I know the actual reason was because of you becoming a KZbin partner and probably having to adhere to some specific conditions, guidelines and quality, but seeing you place those clickbait thumbnails just seemed..odd. I'm still a huge fan, I look forward to your videos and they're still very informative, I just miss the older SaabKyle vids. All the best to you.

[@yamahonkawazuki]

My friend, you accomplished what you achieved by being yourself. i like the old, i likethe new. if it ( the vehicle) deserves this format, go with it. if its a regular drive by review like the old days, go with that. i love these regardless of which way theyre presented. imho, theres not one right or wrong way to do this. each car sets the review style. anyways my friend, keep doing what you do best, you are the gold standard by which car reviews are done. Aaron

[@jamelmoore4356]

Back when GM wasn't afraid to produce something cool! The SSR was almost the 2nd coming of the Cyclone: without the special engine!

[@saabkyle04]

Things like this just aren't made anymore. Regardless of whether people perceive it to be a "good" vehicle or not is irrelevant. This was just cool for the sake of being cool :)

[@n00bpwner36]

In my opinion it was more like the return of the el Camino I know it’s a weird comparison but it just reminds me of a new gen el camino

[@lukesil7887]

The difference from the Corvette's LS2 and the LS2 in the SSR and the Trailblazer SS is that the SSR and the TBSS got an Intake that rises higher to handle all of that Torque and a Mechanical Fan over Electric Fans found in the Corvettes.

[@carfanfan]

Its a pity this little truck never took off. Of all the retro cars from the 2000's, this was THE coolest.

[@Feast_965]

A muscle car truck... What else would you want in life...

[@RemixedVoice]

Mr Feast Content in your masculinity.

[@Feast_965]

RemixedVoice I achieved that long ago in my teenage days unlike keyboard warriors like yourself

[@mypenisisunbelievablysmall5650]

a convertible

[@aroned3737]

Mr Feast it’s a Ute but for the us

[@muaythai193]

AWD for winter muscle action.

[@Francoberry]

Before even watching the video - I LOVE this car. It is a full road-going concept car, which i always appreciate (even if i dont like the looks). Stuff like this, the Ford Thunderbird, and Pontiac Solstice are such cool cars! Great video. The more ‘regular’ cars are the best reviews!

[@jimmygrant3212]

Some say SaabKyle was the lead singer of Tears for Fears.

[@bryceterry5302]

Jimmy Grant. I heard the man married his point n shoot camera, and named it Rebecca.

[@joshbacon8241]

Who would have thought that something that sold poorly from 2003-06 could be THIS cool?!

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

Josh Bacon it's cool and all, but it really highlights GM's retardation, and how they just don't understand what consumers/enthusiasts want

[@steves4639]

IKR! says Dodge Daytona and Plymouth Superbird

[@steves4639]

IKR! says Dodge Daytona and Plymouth Superbird

[@805NAVE]

Josh Bacon same with the Chevrolet SS from 2016

[@wandalllither2452]

Josh Bacon not ppl like u thats for sure, but real collectioners and enthusiasts

[@gavingraham1731]

You’re editing is so good, that it reminds me of a news channel.

[@TheARTISToftheLair]

I love my SSR dearly.I will have to admit that it has been a good car,but it will be the first time that I have ever had a surprise to show when you let your foot get heavy.I was very excited about driving the car everytime I got in and went to the store ,or any where for that matter. It's a very nice comfortable ride and response from 0-60 is quicker than they say.Thank you Chevrolet for a car/truck that means what it says and says what it means.Super Sport Roadster is just that.🙂

[@TheAdamzboyz]

SSR's are climbing in value and Baby boomers are selling them like crazy to Millennials. Totally stock or modified, they are the new hot ticket! There is no other car/truck like it...One of a kind! Values will skyrocket!

[@alexf4894]

They need an updated version with an LS7/LS9 😛 These are seemingly rare as I never see them on road. Exhaust note damn near perfect from factory

[@speeddeamon8593]

This is an awesome review I've always loved the SSR. It's totally unique and that's what makes it cool. Love the reviews dude keep it up

[@ryanwebb4578]

They should bring that Car back. Its one nice looking set of wheels. I wouldnt mind owning a SSR myself. I think they are slick looking and Kyle i can agree with you about what you said about it being a HotRod. It sure looks like one. Im glad you did a review on it. Its a very nice vehicle. Maybe you should own one lol. Anyway glad your doing well Kyle and thanks for making this video. You are awesome at what you do. Keep up the awesome work. Take care.

[@KyleFN]

I always wanted one of these, still do. I know it's impractical, but maybe that's why I want one. I'd love to have one with the rare manual transmission.

[@bhumiriady]

@Saabkyle04 Good in depth tour as always! That SSR is so cool! It's a shame that this car sold poorly... Good job!

[@snakecold6755]

SHUT UP

[@Ishliss2012]

Every since I seen the commercial of an SSR coming off the trailer on the highway I was sold!

[@erahelp]

Love the video saabkyle

[@eaglesquade.s1300]

The Chevy SSR is a very cool truck and unique. In the past I assumed it was a half car half truck. I think more POV content sounds like a great idea.

[@Death_Sweet]

Ive always loved the ssr. Style grew on me immediately

[@arone6298]

Ye same there's nothing like a ssr

[@Tomgillchevy]

Have to admit - we've always liked the SSR. It was definitely a departure from the standard Chevy roadster. I think you're right - you either love it or hate it!

[@MarloSoBalJr]

Ford Thunderbird retro design is still an iconic car. That design has yet to age

[@coolcarshows2892]

Good stuff Kyle. Keep it up!

[@svpracer98]

My mom has a 51 chevy "advance design" truck... Given the styling cues on the SSR, I really want one of these in red...

[@pnsmexico]

thank you, this video was awesome, and now i want one!

[@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN]

COOL In Depth Tour & Test Drive of the LS2 Powered Chevrolet SSR!

[@MikeyDunksMusic]

Love it. I want one. I wanna collect all of the "new school" muscle cars.

[@MitchGrooms]

Wow, great video. I think Chevy did an incredible job on this. They took it to the next level. One of my favorite vehicles and when I see one going down the road, I get very excited, but you never see them.. Incredible video too..

[@dramaclown9855]

Love the content!!

[@pinballdan]

Man you needed to get on it with the top down! I wanted to hear it ROAR!!!

[@ricebox1178]

I like the front of this thing, and the soundtrack is amazing

[@steves4639]

great video on an unusual and forgotten vehicle. great way to start the morning ! Back in the day I saw a hot rod designer rendering (forget who) of an SSR converted into an old school panel delivery...think it even had a side opening rear door. totally changed the proportions, which I always considered a weak spot on these...was really cool and something I would have liked to have seen in metal.

[@cappaculla]

Love this guy, he's like a Jack McBrayer of cars.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

Reminds me of the 1950-54? Chevy 3100 pickups,

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

Awesome rare find Kyle, I love SSR’S! There a dream of mine

[@killer_3.815]

Great video!

[@dodi3bodi]

I like this format. I want to see short vids

[@bonzobonanza]

Why do people hate this? You gotta love it!

[@broganmoffet7173]

I have a 2005 ssr with supercharger and 6 speed and love it

[@2Aqua1]

Very Cool Retro Chevy Truck!!! The price scared people away😲

[@daroachdoggjr188]

I hope we get more retro cars in the future

[@RyanDoonan]

Love the SSR very nice truck and that is one thing for the time Chevy had that truck out it looked like a nice truck and it would be a good truck to have the top down and cruise on a nice day

[@marcogallo7031]

Format is good on this one

[@bobboal3492]

I love my Supercharged customized 2005 Asphalt Black . Fun, Fun, Fun

[@gerardhand1954]

Wow!!! I want one. They should have sold them here in Australia, they would be a huge success.

[@pr1mefire]

Hey Kyle! Went over to the Cosmo Motors website and saw they had a restored BMW Isetta for sale. If there's any way you could do an In-Depth video on that it'd be so cool!

[@vernondouglas4425]

do some of the old cars that you have at the shop!

[@smittyboy]

I miss my 06 SSR

[@Kristo99]

at least it had a manual option

[@kernelmustardhappyboywitha8241]

Thats My Dream Car

[@austincrowe368]

Nice video! I do miss the video style where you hold the camera and you walk around the car and show the little features

[@thearrowplays6920]

Can you do one with a 1978 Lincoln continental town car 4 door

[@IAmAHeater]

Crazy to think this car came out in 2006

[@victorgsmart4662]

love ssr

[@stus1171]

I don’t feel like any of these retro types of vehicles have aged well at all. Even the 05-09 Mustangs became long in the tooth pretty quickly. They were something that looked cool at first, but grew old very quickly.

[@hakeemsd70m]

I think the 05-09 Mustang is one of the best looking, if not THE best looking, Mustang of all-time. The styling is so well-proportioned. I also think the Chevy SSR, HHR, Plymouth/Chrysler Prowler, and VW New Beetle are all still great looking vehicles. I guess I just like weird cars, I can't help it.

[@Karmy.]

I still think the last gen Thunderbird is gorgeous and the Prowler is a classic

[@G2Merica]

Great video as always. Accurately titled. I know so many people that hate this, only because the HHR was the brother of this design.

[@hakeemsd70m]

Which is a shame, because the HHR was such a cool little car. Except for the ignition nothing at all. Not to mention that I fell in love with the SSR as a child.

[@BornToBeFamed]

Great daily . Truck, vert, car, 400hp 6.0, 6speed. Im sold. Heads and cam intake. Should be fun

[@edogwatch]

I really wish they still made these! I really wanted one but because of how limited they are the resale price on these used cars is quite expensive for an average person sitting in college

[@jlmckean]

I am about to purchase an 06 and i wanted to know if anyone knew where he got the seats done and what is that upgraded stereo?

[@amazingameeryt395]

I love Chevrolet SSR

[@squidinkRC]

I swear this was a Doug de mouro review

[@saabkyle04]

Nope, Saabkyle04 review lol

[@MitchGrooms]

very different from his..

[@YouDontWannaFightMe]

The one Doug reviewed was purple and didn't have the LS2 engine like this one

[@iwant2chgmyworldi863]

I would say Doug tries to copy Kyle. Kyle is the best by far.

[@hakeemsd70m]

To my knowledge, Kyle is the originator of the KZbin car review. Everyone else copied him.

[@kngjms75]

Could anyone tell me what make/model that orange car is in the first 35 seconds of the video? Targa/t-tops. Lotus??

[@kevinwoodard6571]

Kyle, what model year is this particular SSR?

[@masterdriver132]

You should do a Pure Sound video of the SSR

[@evanwiger]

The thumbnail 💯👌🔥🔥😂😂😂😂

[@gamingtroopdiamond1498]

Evan Wiger what about it

[@Permobil2004]

I’ve personally never liked the SSR, however after looking at this in-depth review I will say I actually think it’s kind of a cool vehicle now.

[@r2stik]

SS sounds good :-)

[@1985crpowe]

fun Video! I like your more natural sound; more like a fun, excited car guy, less like a stuffy presenter.

[@NFSCalex]

Very daring of GM to make such a retro car, I hope they can see the demand for more of these and make another one

[@infovideos7355]

nice car

[@burnsred2172]

I thought they were and still are cool when they came out I know where there is one for sale right now

[@rileyfriesen715]

I think that if these would have been a bit cheaper new they would have sold more these things are awesome

[@agentavery2002]

This is the only Chevy that I like.

[@marcogallo7031]

Loved it cool cool car

[@mariamajor8650]

2006 Chevrolet SSR Start Up Sound 0:49 0:59 1:08

[@urosjapundza3764]

Love it

[@peloi111]

Can you please do a. video with your Diecast models ?

[@dantem306]

Can you review that mk2 mr2?

[@jakewillits9440]

Nice car

[@Offthbadan]

I looked at the as a specialty vehicle sort of like a Prowler. Didn’t think it was built to sell like crazy. And 4700 lbs.?

[@jassihra8566]

Hey my friend, Please can you do an In depth review on the new Rolls Royce Phantom and the Dodge Challenger Demon ? Please do let me know. Thank you Kind regards, Jas

[@350CHEBY]

is that a corvette badge in between the seats

[@gerardocarrazco734]

Nice Car

[@isaiahgrube]

I love it idk why anyone wouldn't I hate that they stopped producing it

[@DeiHarper9361]

The thing is, the people that loved it couldn't afford. These days they go for about $19k-$27k

[@jamesbensch6]

Technically this is a "roadster utility" I.e. a roadster version of a "coupe utility". Yet no one ever referred to it as such.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

I've seen maybe two of these up close........and this was after they stopped building them

[@dylanw9412]

Love it. Everyone these days is in a competition to see who can make the most conservative, generic car. Love it or hate it, this car is cool. The only cars we have like this today are the Veloster and Juke.

[@robbyjones05]

@saabkyle04 what part of nc do u live in

[@tristanmathesonsinventory2443]

Can you do a 1969 Chevy c10 Cheyenne stock I also review cars too plus the c10 is my dream truck

[@wg5331]

My father has the same car in the video but as a manual. Like Kyle said, just cruising around and rowing through the gears is a joy.

[@ricardoquijada8820]

Please review the new updated 2018 Infiniti QX80 pleaseeee

[@lucyk310]

Can you please review the new Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 or AMG E 53 Coupé??

[@Ianmdrummer]

What about the Q U I R K S AND F E A T U R E S

[@DeiHarper9361]

Ianmdrummer who g channel bud! Though I did enjoy Doug's review of this vehicle as well.

[@juanchavez9380]

What is a destination fee?

[@mattd603]

One of the most beautiful vehicles ever.

[@julianestebansalazar5757]

Matthew Dionne Nope

[@mattd603]

The Juli Salaz yup

[@Allwedoisgame]

It is

[@yvettie7833]

Pickup truck roadster! The SSR!

[@gamingtroopdiamond1498]

Nice

[@daroachdoggjr188]

Would be nice to get a retro dodge power wagon, Chevy Bel Air and maybe a Cadillac Eldorado (1959 version)

[@garbage854]

Nice :)

[@carwhiz90]

Midtown madness 3, gran turismo 4 flashbacks