Thoughts on this modern Chevelle SS with 1500hp?

[LaFerrari]

Trans Am Worldwide, the Florida-based Pontiac specialist already well known for making new Camaros look like late-1970s second-generation Firebirds and even 1969 GTOs, has decided to resurrect the classic Super Sport Chevelle by following a similar recipe, calling the result the 70/SS.

Starting with a modern Camaro convertible (a coupe won’t be offered), Trans Am Worldwide gives buyers three different power options, the base motor being a 6.2-litre LT1 V8 that channels 450 hp (456 PS) to the rear wheels via a choice of a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission.

A 396 V8 pushing out a claimed 900 hp (912 PS) rear-wheel horsepower, which must have cam lobes like saw blades, is next on the menu, and that’s crazy as things get unless you’re one of the 25 buyers allocated the range-topping LS6/X.

Named after the legendary LS6-code V8 offered in 1970 Chevelles and Corvettes whose 450 hp (456 PS) rating made it even more powerful on paper than Chrysler’s mighty 426 Hemi, this halo engine comes with a pair of turbochargers and an insane 1,500 rear wheel hp (1,521 PS). Despite the bonkers output, Trans Am Worldwide describes the engine as “streetable”, though exactly how pleasant its traffic manners with that kind of output remains to be seen.

The 70/SS’s new front and rear fascias are pretty convincing, and arguably work just as well as the same company’s attempts to pass off the Camaro as a Firebird or GTO. You also get those iconic stripes, a cowl induction hood, and a choice of eight heritage colors, 10 modern metallics, or the option to have your car painted to a sample you provide.

I like it

I don't like it

[DCooper]

I like those guys' creative tweaks on the modern stuff, and the way they incorporate more of the classic touches. I saw one of their Firebird Trans Ams at GR Auto Gallery when I was out there to pick up my Hennessey Camaro. The cool little touches on that TA just went on and on... so much attention to detail. I qas very impressed.

[exitseven]

I want one.

[ChrisMaster69]

If you get a barge and put a big engine in it, it’s a barge with a big engine.

all the engine power is wasted if the power to weight sucks, if the body roll makes you want to puke.

it likely leans about 45 degrees going around a simple corner.

[TheUniqueOne96]

Looks okay, kind of like a cross between a modern car and a much older version.

I think it'd look better with a proper roof, as opposed to being a convertible though, but some cars do have that option.

[Guy13]

Bringing back Classics…but also associated with struggling economic 1965-75. time period. This is for Retired crowd…

[Paul09]

Meh. Why continue building gas guzzlers? At these prices, is madness. And 8m not into convertibles.

[DizzyDesii]

I like the color but not the body mix

[douride2]

Never liked convertibles.

[Jamie05rhs]

Looks like it would be popular with the Mexicans.

[TrueConfection]

I'm not a fan. 😉