2008 Chevy HHR Panel SS Concept
- Competes with: Mazdaspeed3, Dodge Caliber SRT4, HHR SS non-panel
- Looks like: A HHR Panel with bigger wheels
- Drivetrain: 260-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, five-speed manual transmission
- Hits dealerships: Early 2009
Chevy calls this a concept but then goes around and whispers that the HHR Panel SS will be a limited edition production model sometime in the future, namely 2009. We’re a bit boggled at that late date, as a fully windowed HHR SS will be out in 2008 with the exact same powertrain.
We were surprised the HHR Panel even made it into production, so this almost seems logical. What else is there to say about this concept? Um…it has 20-inch wheels? OK, we admit, we’re only a few cars into the SEMA show preview and we’re getting bored. And remember, this attitude exists even though we’re just covering cars and concepts likely to go into production, not all the radical custom stuff of interest to even fewer people.
Chevy HHR Panel SS Special Concept shown.
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I thought the whole "panel" thing was so that the hhr could be used for deliveries and stuff. Since most of these will probably be used as moving billboards or for some type of work, an ss package seems a little silly to me.
Red interior just reminds me of 1980's Caddys!!
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Here is your ride.
Sulli:
You've obviously not seen the realtors who drive around in H1's with the name on the door as a tax write off. "but it's for work"
Suuuuuuure.
I am a 67 year old aging hotrodder. I would love the 260 Hp engine with a five speed. However, I would want it in the cheapest panel made. No SS silly stuff. Just pure power to blow the doors off those hotrod Hondas. Can anyone say Sleeeeppper?
personally, i can't wait for these to hit the streets. even though i'm not only 15, having one of these kinda sets you apart from the what, AT LEAST 7 MILLION CAMRY DRIVERS OUT THERE! i just hope they can take it OUT of limited production runs, and start maketing it right next to the big boy's in the crossover market.
oh, and by the way, mr.67 year old aging hot rodder, (sorry!),even though i'm not one of you...
POWER TO THE BABY-BOOMER$!!!!
(in more ways than one!)
P.S., i think a 260 HP engine coupled to a 5 speed tranny is a great idea, maybe slap a hood scoop on it, add some custom factory paint options like racing stripes or pinstriping,and possibly put a more custom-performing stereo system with sattellite radio,you know, to attract a YOUNGER market! i just hope chevy's listening!