Chevrolet SSR
A retro-styled 'Super Sport Roadster' blending a hardtop convertible with a pick-up bed.
- Power
- 300 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.6 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $18k–$38k
About the Chevrolet SSR
The Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster) was a bold experiment that combined 1940s 'Advance Design' truck styling with a modern retractable hardtop. Built on the GMT360 platform shared with the TrailBlazer, the early 2003–2004 models featured the 5.3-litre Vortec V8. While its heavy kerb weight hindered outright sports car performance, it remains a unique cruiser with a high level of novelty. Its production was short-lived, but it has since gained a dedicated following as a modern-era collectable due to its eccentric design.
Chevrolet SSR specs
The Chevrolet SSR produces 300 bhp (224 kW) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.6 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | SSR |
| Trim | 5.3 V8 |
| Years | 2003–2006 |
| Type | Truck |
| Body style | Pick-up |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 24,112 built |
| Original price | About $42,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.3-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,327 cc (5.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 300 bhp (224 kW) at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.6 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,159 kg (4,760 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 139 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Chevrolet SSR worth?
A typical Chevrolet SSR is estimated to be worth $18,000 – $38,000 (about £13,000 – £28,000).
Its original price when new was about $42,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Chevrolet SSR rarity in CarSpot
The Chevrolet SSR is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Chevrolet SSR fun facts
- The SSR's design was inspired by Chevrolet's late-1940s pick-up trucks, specifically the 1947–1955 Advance Design series.
- The complex retractable hardtop mechanism was designed and manufactured by ASC (American Specialty Cars).
- The SSR served as the pace car for the 2003 Indianapolis 500, one of the most high-profile debuts for a truck in the race's history.