[{"id": 3282895, "authorName": "Sophie1932", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sophie1932/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Sophie1932", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558979082, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3282921, "authorName": "Cootersdad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cootersdad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely a joy to drive", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558979730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3282950, "authorName": "MSQ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "12.9 1/4 mile and 0-60 in 4.5 and 415 lb/ft on a manual transmission. What is not to like.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1558980062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3283363, "authorName": "Frank_Barrett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frank_barrett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Future classic.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1558983968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3283376, "authorName": "bp16418", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bp16418/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by bp16418", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558984118, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3283510, "authorName": "perth852", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/perth852/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any feedback on these by current owners?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558985305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3283524, "authorName": "perth852", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/perth852/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by perth852", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558985482, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3283871, "authorName": "junkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/junkman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Weird. On the window sticker it states Transmission 6 speed automatic.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1558988632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284459, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car we begged for and never bought. Very cool cars. I tried to buy a V8 Pontiac G8, but missed out. Bought an old Lexus GS to have me a V8 sedan, certainly no regrets. Lesson of the story, V8 sedans are darn special and we'll miss them when they are gone.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1558993505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284501, "authorName": "deichenb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deichenb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mr_smee You are so right. Enthusiasts occasionally have a shot at something good, then fail to order such goodness as a brand new car. Thereafter, there is enthusiast whining when such tasty treats are removed from the market. See: manual transmissions. Both the 992 and now Mini are taking a 3-pedal break; certainly because there are few takers on new car orders. Maybe enthusiast buyers are actually purchasing new, but are just too few in number?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1558994380, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284579, "authorName": "neverenoughgold", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neverenoughgold/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Three years ago or so, when I was looking for a replacement for my 2008 Cadillac STS, I called the local Lakeville, Minnesota Chevy dealer and was told he had a red one on the floor but it was already sold to a customer in Texas. I did take a look at it, although it was roped off in a corner of the show floor.\r\n\r\nI had a crazy thought maybe I could live with one (not another midlife crisis, after all I was already in my mid 60's) and briefly looked over the window sticker. The sales manager knew me as I had purchased Cadillacs from him when he was at a different dealership and said he could probably find one for me if I was interested. I gave his offer a brief consideration, but declined and ended up trading for another Cadillac at a different store.\r\n\r\nI hope this SS finds a home with someone who loves working through the gears. For me, if I was going to shop seriously, it would need to be the automatic version. Good luck with the auction @AJMN, you are only a few miles west of me...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558996249, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284590, "authorName": "neverenoughgold", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neverenoughgold/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@junkman\r\nWeird. On the window sticker it states Transmission 6 speed automatic.\r\n-----\r\nWhen you custom order a new car, you can occasionally option to delete certain standard features. In this case, the car was ordered with the 6 speed manual instead of the 6 speed automatic. The down side to this, is you lose the remote start feature which is also standard on the SS. Not sure why this is sacrificed, but I'm guessing remote start is less popular in Texas unlike Minnesota where pre-starting your car from a distance, especially in winter, is a nice feature.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558996741, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284601, "authorName": "SHOhobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shohobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would love to hear this 6.2L with those headers installed. Very nice Caprice/SS - like the unique color....she should continue to appreciate as long as new owner drives her sparingly. Personally I wouldnt be able to resist dailying it....GLWTA! ????", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1558997222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284607, "authorName": "neverenoughgold", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neverenoughgold/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SHOhobo\r\nWould love to hear this 6.2L with those headers installed. Very nice Caprice/SS\r\n-----\r\nUhh... not a Caprice", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1558997369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284627, "authorName": "SHOhobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shohobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@neverenoughgold - It is the same platform as the Caprice used as the Chevrolet PPV of that era.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1558998276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284660, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Perth852 - brother in law has one that he does track events with a few times a year. Car holds its own with plenty of cars out there. Parts are cheap, upgrades are cheap and they are rare on the road..... trifecta of perfection right there!\r\n\r\nI've never driven his, but we live 1500 miles apart and last time I visited was in the middle of winter. I've got a F80 M3 and I'd love to meet him at a track event to see if Bavaria got the fast sedan better! He had a 330i performance package so he has delved into the Bavarian side too!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1558999886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284677, "authorName": "Jaxter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaxter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It would be more correct to call it a Holden Commodore as the Caprice PPV is based on the Holden Statesman.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559000221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284696, "authorName": "SHOhobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shohobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jaxter - do you know if both these Holdens have the same under pinnings? I know the PPV Caprice did not offer the 6.2L...only the 3.6L V6 and the 6.0L V8.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559000864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284789, "authorName": "Porsche302", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/porsche302/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Besides the orange this is the BEST color I've seen in these. Very cool offering. These have aged extremely well for their segment, which is kind of their own. Hard to hate anything with four doors, an LS, and a six speed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559004103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284824, "authorName": "guanacoracer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guanacoracer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@junkman Automatic was the standard transmission. 6-sp manual was a N/C option which can be seen on the right side of the window sticker, near the total price.\n\n@neverenoughgold I don't believe one could custom order the SS. It came either auto or manual, with or without a sunroof and with or without a full size spare.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559005061, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3284967, "authorName": "Jaxter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaxter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SHOhoho - They are different but both are based on the Zeta platform. The Holden Caprice and Holden Commodore (VF) were introduce in Australia at the same time. The Caprice is larger and has a longer wheelbase. The SS is a rebadged Commodore.\r\nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holden_Caprice_(WM)\r\nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holden_Commodore_(VF)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559009184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285057, "authorName": "4Dreamer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4dreamer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, what a gorgeous color", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559012615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285082, "authorName": "Jaxter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaxter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SHOhobo - The Holden Caprice and the Holden Commodore share the Zeta platform but are different sizes with the Caprice being larger. The SS is a rebadged Commodore.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559013544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285089, "authorName": "Alienviking", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alienviking/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Perth852 I have a '17 SS. Similar mods. Rotofab and Kooks 1 7/8 LTH into factory mufflers. Mine is an auto and I love it. '16 & '17 MY came with bi-modal twin-tip mufflers, whereas the '15 MY had a single outlet and no valves in the mufflers. The Mag-ride suspension works really well. I also have the lowering springs from King. They are likely the best lowering springs available for these cars, but you d give up some comfort. I feel that this car was set up very well from the factory and the OEM springs were fantastic. Just a smidge too tall for my liking. The interior is very comfortable. The rear set is huge with ample legroom. Interior tech lacks a bit compared to modern offerings, but HU display and backup camera is nice. The LS3 is great. Lots of torque and the car is rather quick. I've had mine on the track, and it handles surprisingly well. I think the driver aids are great, ranging from Tour to Sport to Performance to Track. Perhaps the main issue is the dealerships. It helps to find one that is used to deal with Chevy performance cars. The \"regular\" dealers are stumped buy this car.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559013821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285090, "authorName": "SHOhobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shohobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you jaxter...knew for sure the SS was a Commodore....appreciate the info sir.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559013827, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285317, "authorName": "scotty2293", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scotty2293/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a Beauty. perfect wheel style for it to make it the ultimate sleeper", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559043808, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285344, "authorName": "matt19hsc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/matt19hsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller: do you have the stock wheels?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559045557, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285345, "authorName": "matt19hsc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/matt19hsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "seller: do you have the OEM wheels?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559045583, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285371, "authorName": "SteveTheodore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevetheodore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It makes me quite sad that these are no longer offered new. What a cool car!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559046943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285406, "authorName": "SvntSvn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/svntsvn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller.. just make sure no regrets.. this is the GN from GM from this modern era. \r\nAbsolutely would park this in my driveway as a daily. Hands down over a lot of crap in the marketplace today", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559048051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285475, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller here...Thanks for the comments so far! I do have the OEM wheels, and they are included in the sale. Before getting the Niche Specs made the for the car I toned down the polish of the OEM wheels with black center caps and lugs, but that only satisfied for so long. I spent way too much time looking at wheels before deciding on the Specs, and am very happy with the results. I will indeed miss this car, but I need to pare down the herd.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559049992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285656, "authorName": "Wi54545", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wi54545/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is my favorite of all my 30+ cars that I have owned in 40 years of my life. It does everything. Unique. I have only seen about 5 in the wild. I get so many questions and complements on mine (2017 Slipstream Blue 6M roof/tire). I have owned a 968 (sold on BAT) that never got this amount of attention. \n\nIt is fast enough for me. Sounds wonderful. Can take to a nice dinner with friends. Drive to work. Drive on track (haven't yet!). Drive in all types of weather (live about 45 minutes from seller). It does it all. \n\nDepreciation is almost non existent as well.\n\nWhat more can you ask for?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559054278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3285809, "authorName": "GatorChevy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gatorchevy/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by GatorChevy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559056677, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3285949, "authorName": "Ncjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ncjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@neverenoughgold remote start in the warmer months is used for A/C! Just as important as the heat in the winter in the south.\r\n\r\nLOVE this car. I've been looking at the PPV (cop version) models that come up at the municipal auctions as they are financially obtainable but my brother is a cop and says they get beaten and abused to within an inch of their lives.....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559059307, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3286061, "authorName": "61beet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/61beet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "'17 Black 6M/spare/sunroof owner here. Love my SS. I did one Track Night in America with it at Lime Rock and had a blast. It's not my daily any more and it's great to be able to hop back in and remember how much fun it is.\r\nThis green and Regal Peacock are great colors, sometimes I wish I held out for another color, but the new stock was dwindling when the 20% off came around and I jumped on the first one I could find locally. I still think I've seen less than a dozen on the road.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559061619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3286307, "authorName": "CajunSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cajunss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@perth852 I own a 2015 automatic in Perfect Blue. I absolutely love mine. It's not my daily and only has 8700 miles on it, but it brings a smile to my face every time I drive it.\r\n\r\nMine has all exterior and interior Holden badging and even the radio and DIC have been reprogrammed to the Holden versions, so it's essentially a left-hand drive Holden Commodore. I get people asking about it and thumbs up every time I drive it.\r\n\r\nEvery time I think about selling mine, I go for a drive and then I remember why I fell in love with it. The LS3 is such a torquey motor, you will surprise a lot of people who think it's a Malibu. It doesn't have the latest generation MyLInk, so no Apple Car Play and no current way to add it, or HomeLink, but if you can live without some of the latest tech, there's enough there to keep you satisfied. If you still play CDs, 2015 is the last year for the CD player as it was eliminated in 2016.\r\n\r\nIf you're thinking of bidding, Mystic Green is a pretty rare color (called Prussian Steel in Australia) as only 93 were produced in 2015 in that color. As configured, this car is 1 of 9, for what it's worth. Good luck and whoever gets this car will get a special experience with ownership! Just be prepared for the endless questions of \"SS what?\"", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1559066299, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3286341, "authorName": "CajunSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cajunss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ncjohn if you're considering a PPV, try to find a 9C3 \"detective\" model vs. the 9C1 patrol car. The 9C3 has a nicer interior with the cloth back seat and carpet vs. vinyl seat and flooring on the 9C1 and 9C3s are more likely to have lived a gentler life.\r\n\r\nYou can also find out how many \"idle hours\" are on the engine, so that's an important item to know before buying. It's just as important as mileage. Good luck in your search.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559066605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3286505, "authorName": "perth852", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/perth852/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by perth852", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559068013, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3286722, "authorName": "Ncjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ncjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @CajunSS. That\u2019s good advice.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559069515, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3286878, "authorName": "ClutchRider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clutchrider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've seen this car in person twice around the west Metro, parked someplace and driving near the intersection of hwys 5 and 41 I think...those rims are striking in person.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559070694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3287339, "authorName": "RobDiesel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robdiesel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd be interested in some undercarriage pics. Living in San Antonio and having seen what the moisture (and sun) here does to a car, and having bought Minnesota cars in the past, I'm always nervous when a car has lived in either place. \r\n\r\nOther than that, this car forces me to sit at my desk instead of standing up to talk to people around the office!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559074184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3287440, "authorName": "lunarx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lunarx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CajunSS \r\nHave you looked into this for CarPlay?\r\nhttps://www.naviplus.com.au/vfcommodore-carplay-upgrade\r\n\r\nWould be cool, if it works.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559074709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3287494, "authorName": "CajunSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cajunss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lunarx there've been a few companies out there with something similar, but it typically ends up being screen mirroring. Products developed for the Commodore in Australia don't always work for the SS because I think the coding is somewhat different. I don't think anyone in the US has tried this one yet, so I'm not going to be the guinea pig, lol.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559075234, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3288422, "authorName": "FDeViva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fdeviva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember the 20% off. Was looking at a red one but it was replacing an S-Class so it wasn\u2019t fast enough and it wasn\u2019t comfortable enough and I left out the most important reason I didn\u2019t grab it. I\u2019M AN IDIOT!!!!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1559086204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3288902, "authorName": "Utesman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/utesman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ jaxter.....true...the Holden Caprice (9C1) does NOT have Commodore underpinnings. The Caprice uses the somewhat longer-wheel base platform of Holden's Statesman.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559102991, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3289498, "authorName": "justneedsatune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/justneedsatune/", "bidAmount": 16400, "content": "$16,400 bid placed by justneedsatune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559138697, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3291409, "authorName": "SpeedyGirl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedygirl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have an orange '17 with a manual. Traded my automatic blue '15 SS in to get the last of the last. I've owned 40 cars and this is by far the best one I have ever had. I've driven more expensive cars, better cars, faster cars and prettier cars, but this one is special. There is nothing under $50K that I want more than what I have. It would take a stupid offer to pry it from my hands and I suspect that the seller will have some regrets down the road, but the buyer will be VERY happy. GLWS!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1559160687, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3292249, "authorName": "JupiterCarGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jupitercarguy/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by JupiterCarGuy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559166051, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3292265, "authorName": "Newworldmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newworldmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These rock...I have one, in...Mystic Green Metallic. If the V8 G8 market is any clue, these will hold strong and begin to appreciate before too long. If you want one, bid now or forever hold your peace.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559166186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3292691, "authorName": "Darkhelmet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darkhelmet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome car. I was looking for one in this color but ended up with a 2016 manual in white....20% discount was way too good to pass up!!! It is a great all around car, can take it to the track, fit 3 car seats in the back, or throw some snow tires on and blast through the winter. It is amazing how much attention I get driving it, considering all the reviews when it came out said the styling was \u201cboring\u201d. The car has serious presence on the road. The complete lack of depreciation is icing on the cake. Good luck seller!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559176251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3293550, "authorName": "Mjhenk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjhenk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Echoing other owners comments. I bought my SS from BAT last July (the 2016 Silver Ice Metallic) and love the vehicle. It\u2019s an absolute hoot to drive and thus far, save for the recalls, has been trouble free over the approx 7500 miles I\u2019ve put on her. Someone is going to be very happy with their purchase.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559221373, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3293832, "authorName": "GatorChevy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gatorchevy/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by GatorChevy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559226784, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3293861, "authorName": "JupiterCarGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jupitercarguy/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by JupiterCarGuy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559227245, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3293896, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ FDeviva - I did that same thing (didn't buy the car I really wanted 3X in my life). Those three cars always grab my attention whenever I see them:\r\n88 M5\r\n04 VW R32\r\nAny new body, manual trans Mini Cooper S!\r\n\r\nThe VW/Mini seemed to be \"kids cars\" and I didn't buy them, I should have bought them!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559227924, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3294068, "authorName": "TGR96", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tgr96/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Every time I see one of these I do a double take...to see if it's an Impala.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559231417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3294261, "authorName": "Ncjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ncjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is getting some press over at Hagerty's. Someone over there really likes this website.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.hagerty.com/articles-videos/articles/2019/05/30/chevy-ss-not-budget-sedan", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559234668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3294362, "authorName": "1FOCUS-RS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1focus-rs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whoever buys this should join the SS forum and become one of the family!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559236104, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3294666, "authorName": "Jish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car! I have a 2009 Pontiac G8 GT and it is the best car i have ever owned. The SS was the successor after GM closed Pontiac. This is a a triple threat package; high performance, reliable and four Doors! The ultimate sleeper. GM just couldn't find a way to market these cars to the consumer. Under appreciated by the masses but a gem to those who know what's under the hood.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559239455, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3296790, "authorName": "carsforme", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carsforme/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bought my M6 '17 with 900 miles on it from a woman who's husband also owned one - 26k on it now. I'm a sucker for wagons, so I sometimes think about moving on to a V-agon or maybe an E63 AMG, but I'd miss the handling.\r\n\r\nThe car looks way better with Holden badges and the \"chrome\" trim changed out for black.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559256326, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3297018, "authorName": "perth852", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/perth852/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by perth852", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559262835, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3297076, "authorName": "JupiterCarGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jupitercarguy/", "bidAmount": 21500, "content": "$21,500 bid placed by JupiterCarGuy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559264425, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3297454, "authorName": "TsingTao", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsingtao/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ carsforme Don't move on to a V-wagon or AMG, take your SS to lefthandutes.com and have them turn it in to a wagon. Holden made the SS as a wagon in Austrailia, even if it never came here, so you can have the best of both worlds.\r\n\r\nNot affiliated, just would love to build one of my own. I'm a sucker for wagons too...a 6MT LS3 SS wagon would check all existing boxes.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559275403, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3297654, "authorName": "rangercopeland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rangercopeland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carsforme: I think this car would have sold better a Holden. And the Holden looks better. I recently meet an Australian (in Iraq on military duty) and he told me the Australians try to buy the Chevy \u201cbits\u201d for there SS. Go figure. \r\n\r\nI have a C63 AMG and you will love AMG if you get one. The 6.3 produces 475hp. \r\n\r\nI think it this Holden had a seat that folded down it would be the ultimate 4 door car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559297931, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3297846, "authorName": "Lawrence1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawrence1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Like a modern, American E39 M5. These are great cars with much better interior quality than a G8.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559308519, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3298128, "authorName": "ccaffrey9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccaffrey9/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry for my ignorance on this subject, but I've never purchased from auction site before. Does anyone know if there some kind of law protecting me if I purchase this and then find out it had water damage that was not reported to carfax? I'm just very hesitant to buy any car that was in the area of all the recent floods over the past several years. I have a 2009 Pontiac GXP that is automatic but would love to have the LS3 with a manual.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559314024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3298469, "authorName": "kenscsi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kenscsi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a beautiful color combination, especially with the wheels. But man, the styling looks like a plain Jane, vanilla Malibu. Pontiac styled a much nicer, more distinctive version of this Holden. Too bad they're not around any more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559319319, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3299648, "authorName": "irishmenboca", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/irishmenboca/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "'17 (6sp/spare/no sun roof) 7900 miles, not my DD. Everytime I think about listing it for sale I drive it and can't bring myself to do so.\r\n\r\nMarch 2017 I was sitting in my office around 4pm one afternoon going down some internet rabbit hole when up pops a marketing email from Chevy. Not sure why I even opened it. 20% off Malibu, Impala, Spark etc etc when down at the bottom of the email is SS! I click and do a quick search - there are two 6 speeds listed for sale in the state and one is 3 miles away in Delray Beach, FL. I jump in my car and run up there. Take it for a test drive - the sales man has no idea what it is. Keeps talking to me about Impalas and Traverse's. Needless to say, I purchased it, just a tick over 40K out the door.\r\n\r\nI get a kick when it gets parked up front at restaurants around here along with the usual Bentleys, Range Rovers and Porsches. The valet guys love it.\r\n\r\nMine is bone stock but I do like the upgrades on this one. Seller GLWS - Buyer enjoy your new toy!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1559330063, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3301110, "authorName": "Ferdinand_Ordonio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferdinand_ordonio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tastefully modified - Nothing like a proper V8 + 3rd pedal in a sedan - can take her on grocery runs with the family then with no family in the car, whisk away any stress on a nice drive power shifting into 3rd as you whip pass XX mph. kudos to @jupitercarguy for the detailed pictures showing very minor nicks so the buyer knows what he/she is getting. Someone will hopefully pick up this awesome FAMILY CAR - make sure you refer to it as a \"FAMILY CAR\" if you want your permission slip signed for this one. Not sure how common/rare these cars are but I love it when ppl on the street have no clue what make/model a particular car is. Wondering how folks feel about debadging this one down to the Chevy emblem. Comfortable, reliable, new tech (safety, comfort features), can get nasty when you want her too -and- be a stealth sleeper (debadge, exhaust bypass options for diff moods) . . .", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559345093, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3301123, "authorName": "Ferdinand_Ordonio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferdinand_ordonio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can we get some videos with sound (inside / outside / drive by etc)?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559345346, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3301511, "authorName": "lunarx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lunarx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ccaffrey9,\r\nIt's always advisable to get a PPI, on any car you are considering buying.\r\nThere are numerous professionals that offer the service.\r\nI sometimes get (2) as a double check.\r\nAlternately, there are enthusiasts, on here or other Auto Forums, that are willing to PPI cars, if you ask nicely.\r\nJust make sure the seller can accommodate, someone going to see the car and/or taking it to a shop.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559356997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3301576, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry, all. I\u2019m away from the car for the weekend and can\u2019t provide running video", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559359142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302384, "authorName": "Cryptographer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cryptographer/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Cryptographer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559407413, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3302386, "authorName": "Cryptographer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cryptographer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Been in the market for a year haven't pulled the trigger yet... Let's see how this goes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559407466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302464, "authorName": "ShannonD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shannond/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by ShannonD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559410415, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3302472, "authorName": "Mongo131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mongo131/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone know the real world fuel mpg? I don\u2019t expect it to be a honda civic but is it terrible?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559410685, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302525, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "During my ownership it averaged 17, and that included lots of slow traffic interspersed with WOT bursts.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1559412601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302569, "authorName": "Cryptographer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cryptographer/", "bidAmount": 24250, "content": "$24,250 bid placed by Cryptographer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559414645, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3302643, "authorName": "Spafman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spafman/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by Spafman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559418820, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3302714, "authorName": "Mjhenk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjhenk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For what it\u2019s worth, I average about 16-17mpg in my 2016 manual. A lot of around town driving and I\u2019m not easy on the rightmost peddle. On the highway with cruise control locked at 75mph you can expect 20-22mpg depending on landscape.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559421405, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302744, "authorName": "ShannonD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shannond/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I know this is \u2018BringaTrailer\u2019, but if I fly in to purchase this car, will there be enough room to fit all the \u2018extras\u2019 in the car for the trip home?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559423568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302811, "authorName": "Mjhenk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjhenk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shannonD The OEM wheels won\u2019t all fit in the trunk, and the rear seats have a pass through only -they don\u2019t fold flat. You can fit the rears in the trunk and wrap the fronts to ride in the back seat. To save room, you can package the headers up and mail to my address! Seriously, if you don\u2019t want to install them I\u2019m a buyer.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559427507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3302898, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wanted to confirm that the car hasn\u2019t ever run an aftermarket tune.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559432062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3303268, "authorName": "Bloomj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bloomj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mongo131 I have a 2017 manual and my lifetime average is 18.4 on the dash computer. I do 50/50 city /highway, 16500 miles.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559477896, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3303397, "authorName": "Cryptographer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cryptographer/", "bidAmount": 30250, "content": "$30,250 bid placed by Cryptographer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559485306, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3303459, "authorName": "phil_c", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phil_c/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was cruising in my Panamera GTS when one of these started messing with me (+ wife and another couple). Back and forth in a heavily patrolled 60 mph highway. Then all out over a very long bridge. Very impressive car!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559487727, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3303736, "authorName": "hotwheels882", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hotwheels882/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "love this color and tasteful mods... glwa!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559499275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3303893, "authorName": "7hs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/7hs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Clean Clean Clean", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559508537, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3303956, "authorName": "1995E36m", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1995e36m/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought a 2015 manual silver ice metallic slick top in September. Best car I\u2019ve ever had after owning an M3 and 535i. \r\nMy kids love it and there is plenty of room for the car seats. \r\nThese manuals are rare and worth it when you find a good one.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559514031, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304120, "authorName": "S402", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s402/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Didn\u2019t even know this color existed for these cars, makes me want one even more. GLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559524988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304388, "authorName": "ShannonD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shannond/", "bidAmount": 30500, "content": "$30,500 bid placed by ShannonD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559560604, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3304566, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for comments and bids so far! I also appreciate the perspectives of other SS owners. These are truly unique and enjoyable cars to drive! I\u2019ll miss this one and look forward to it finding a new home.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559569425, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304813, "authorName": "Pontiacdoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pontiacdoug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I receive a daily email blast from Hagerty, and today there is a Link to an article on the collectibility of the SS, including pics of this car from this auction. Nice car GLWTS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559576470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304913, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AJMN great looking ride! Amazing what a difference a new pair of shoes does to the look and stance of the car. This is gorgeous. The American M5...grocery getter and kid hauler, I love it! I'm curious to hear how the modified exhaust sounds. Does it drone at hwy speeds? An internal and external video would be a solid addition to this listing. Beautiful color and tasteful mods. GLWTS!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559578635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304916, "authorName": "carsforme", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carsforme/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I get like 14.5 to 15.5mpg (per computer) with mixed driving on mine... I am wot at every possible opportunity though...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559578651, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304928, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm sorry... I just re-read and realize the exhaust has not been installed... my bad.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559578844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304932, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RX7_R1 the ARH exhaust system is not installed on the car. I had ordered the set, sent the headers to be coated, Got them back and didn\u2019t make time to install or tune prior to relocating the car to MN. I did make the choice on headers based on comments and video shared by other SS owners.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559578947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3304970, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you sir, @AJMN.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559579862, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305016, "authorName": "41ah24", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/41ah24/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rx7_r1 I have a 2017 with ARH 2\" headers, mids into stock exhaust and it doesn't drone. I'm confident the 1\" 7/8th will not drone if my 2\" doesn't. The headers sound pretty awesome and go on quite easily.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559580826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305124, "authorName": "AJMN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajmn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In re-reading the ad I see I failed to mention that the rear fenders were rolled slightly to accommodate the larger wheel/tire combo.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559583097, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305842, "authorName": "brstsmith", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brstsmith/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "whoever gets it is going to enjoy the drive home. my 2015 WH SS is a dream to drive and cruise in . The best head turner since I had my 987. Keeping it forever Steve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559588467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305869, "authorName": "Mongo131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mongo131/", "bidAmount": 30750, "content": "$30,750 bid placed by Mongo131", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559588596, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3305889, "authorName": "Mongo131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mongo131/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 6/3/19 for $30,750 to Mongo131", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559588718, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3305893, "authorName": "brstsmith", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brstsmith/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whoo hoo !! Ride and drive it like you stole it, cause I think you just did. !!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559588732, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305899, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mongo131\r\n\r\nHave fun big time", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559588747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305908, "authorName": "brad5555", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brad5555/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice buy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559588779, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305911, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AJMN\r\n\r\nNice job on your car & auction", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559588789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305926, "authorName": "Shesgonnakillme", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shesgonnakillme/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was a STEAL! Well bought, superb car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559588902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305927, "authorName": "IslandTeal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/islandteal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow....very nice...beautiful 21st century muscle car", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559588914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305967, "authorName": "Denteen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denteen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fair price. My son and I are discussing this model as having significant potential upside in the future. This kind of large V8 sedan hotrod is going away (gone?). I see some low mileage examples around the country at very competitive prices. Time to jump on the wagon...my 911 may have to wait.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559589183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3305985, "authorName": "HereForTheWagons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hereforthewagons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely done. I found out about this one too late to act (which is odd, because I basically fall asleep each night scrolling through the active BaT auctions). It's not the exact configuration I was looking for, but in this price range, I figure it would be worth some compromises and a long drive home. Congrats to buyer & seller. My search continues...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559589406, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3306029, "authorName": "S86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a great buy.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559589794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3306399, "authorName": "Cryptographer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cryptographer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Damn, got busy at work and missed it :'( \r\n\r\nAn absolute steal at this price IMO. Have fun!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559592238, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3306763, "authorName": "dingopel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dingopel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. As a seller who has sold on here before and not quite getting the price you hoped for, I have to imagine this seller had to sell the car for one reason or another. This is a surprise to me.\r\nAlso as an SS owner, makes me wonder how my unicorn (1 of only 61 Alchemy Purple Metallic examples) with 4,100 miles would do. I don't think the 4-door, big V8, RWD cars do as well on BAT as other types. \r\nTo the new owner - enjoy!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1559594068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3306768, "authorName": "Ncjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ncjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I talked to an SS owner at a local car show on Saturday and showed him this car. He said it was a $30K car and looks like he was right! I'm envious of the new owner. Congrats.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559594103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3306940, "authorName": "LS3_ftw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ls3_ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy! I've owned a '15 Regal Peacock Green 6 speed manual SS for coming up on two years now, and these cars really are as awesome as all the owners have said. All-day cruising comfort, under-the-radar looks, and a mountain of torque on tap.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559595711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3307302, "authorName": "redrotorocket", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redrotorocket/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, 30K is a steal for this. Wanted to put my low mileage '16 M/T SS in Red Hot up here on BaT but they wanted a ridiculously low reserve. Found a local buyer a few weeks later.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559598658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3309679, "authorName": "williamj3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/williamj3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ncjohn, $32,2XX with BaT premium added. Decent deal nonetheless.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1559673092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3312654, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@williamj3 - I think this was well bought, even with the BAT premium. A quick spin of cargurus.com shows similar cars to this asking $4,500 or more over this sale price. Then throw in the wheels and stuff... well bought.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1559741163, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3316420, "authorName": "jax001", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jax001/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well that went cheap...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1559784890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3327817, "authorName": "SoCalLA9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socalla9/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think this is spot on at low $30's. These were on various sales of 20% for long periods so you could have effectively bought a brand new new of for not much over $40k. Even without the promotions from GM, dealers were very negotiable on these new.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1560141376, "type": "comment"}]