2009 Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo Pricing

lironet · 10-28-2007, 06:59 AM

2008 CHEVROLET COBALT SS FAST FACTS
Engineered and developed by GM Performance Division
2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and intercooled engine with 260 horsepower (194 kW)
GM Powertrain Sweden five-speed transmission with short-throw shifter
Nürburgring-tuned FE5 Sport suspension delivers 0.9 g grip
Brembo fixed-caliper front discs and vented rear disc brakes
SS-specific appearance with unique fascias and rear spoiler – including available high wing
18-inch high-polished forged aluminum wheels and Y-rated performance tires
SS-specific interior with new sport seats, A-pillar boost gauge and more
On sale: second quarter of 2008
TURBOCHARGED CHEVROLET COBALT SS GIVES A BOOST OF FUN TO THE COMPACT SEGMENT

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=123186

Mirage85 · 10-28-2007, 07:48 AM

Too bad its still too small of a car for me to fit in comfortably.... They really should restyle the thing as well. Oh well, thats about the time I will be looking into the new Camaro, if its even coming out then...

ryanbgb22 · 10-28-2007, 08:06 AM

the torque curve on the new one...i think its the '08.5 is unbelievable.

Ajaxus · 10-28-2007, 09:07 AM

bad link

ryanbgb22 · 10-28-2007, 09:11 AM

got this off another forum...

lironet · 10-28-2007, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ajaxus

bad link

Fixed

AaronGTR · 10-28-2007, 09:36 AM

Finally getting the turbo ecotec we all hoped and knew it would get eventually. Sweet! And they're finally not skimping on brakes and giving it fixed caliper brembo's...

Sleepwalkr · 10-28-2007, 10:19 AM

I like the old wheels better.

Bryan · 10-28-2007, 10:23 AM

Very, very sweet minus the new wheels.

Malaclypse · 10-28-2007, 11:19 AM

Torque steer will be a problem.

Drop the wheels and pick up some Centerlines. Stock wheels are heavy as hell anyways. Other than that? It'll be a FAST little car when its off the line.

Having driven several Solstice GXPs, that powertrain is a thing to behold.

notsoaveragej0e · 10-28-2007, 11:55 AM

Dang, thats sweet... 260hp is nothing to mess with on a car that small and light. Get rid of the spoiler and get some rims, and it's set.

Panacea · 10-28-2007, 11:59 AM

Why can't GM figure out how to get rid of the wheel gap?

timberwoof · 10-28-2007, 12:39 PM

Damn, I want one now.

notsoaveragej0e · 10-28-2007, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panacea

Why can't GM figure out how to get rid of the wheel gap?

Eh, they mostly have to appeal to the majority buyer- people who don't give a crap about low pro tires and big rims...people who just want to have a comfortable ride and reliable transportation. Think about people who have to deal with pot holes and dirt roads all the time- they need more suspension travel.

Pinnacle · 10-28-2007, 02:09 PM

WOW!

And Brembos as well!

GrandAmGT1996 · 10-28-2007, 02:31 PM

wonder how many of these ill have to see driving around everyday

bigbenSC · 10-28-2007, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by notsoaveragej0e

Get rid of the spoiler

It looks like they dropped the hi-profile wing the old car had, the one shown doesn't look that bad.

We all knew this was coming eventually, I'm glad they are bringing it out now and not waiting until the new body style comes out. With 260 HP I might be able to overlook the crappy interior.

notsoaveragej0e · 10-28-2007, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bigbengt67

It looks like they dropped the hi-profile wing the old car had, the one shown doesn't look that bad.

We all knew this was coming eventually, I'm glad they are bringing it out now and not waiting until the new body style comes out. With 260 HP I might be able to overlook the crappy interior.

That's pretty rare isn't it, for a company to put a totally new engine in an otherwise un-updated car?

SE'sarecool2 · 10-28-2007, 06:00 PM

This is just fantastic! I see TONS of engine swap possibilities(think anything FWD that came with a NA Ecotec) for those who can't afford/don't like the whole car. Imagine that powertrain combo in a GA!

onesexyga · 10-28-2007, 06:11 PM

holy crap FIXED calipers. No more of that studder gm cars have become way too infamous for.

10-28-2007, 06:59 AM	#1
lironet GAGT - Member AKA: Don't Know Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Toronto, Canada Age: 42 Posts: 435 Vehicle: 08 Stang GT & 04 GA SE	2009 Chevy Cobalt SS Turbo Pricing 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT SS FAST FACTS Engineered and developed by GM Performance Division 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and intercooled engine with 260 horsepower (194 kW) GM Powertrain Sweden five-speed transmission with short-throw shifter Nürburgring-tuned FE5 Sport suspension delivers 0.9 g grip Brembo fixed-caliper front discs and vented rear disc brakes SS-specific appearance with unique fascias and rear spoiler – including available high wing 18-inch high-polished forged aluminum wheels and Y-rated performance tires SS-specific interior with new sport seats, A-pillar boost gauge and more On sale: second quarter of 2008 TURBOCHARGED CHEVROLET COBALT SS GIVES A BOOST OF FUN TO THE COMPACT SEGMENT http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=123186 Last edited by lironet; 10-28-2007 at 09:18 AM.

10-28-2007, 07:48 AM	#2
Mirage85 MMMMM, BEER, GRRGGHH Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Home = Knox, Pa: Live / Work= Edison, NJ Age: 38 Posts: 1,116 Vehicle: 2005 Grand Am GT Coupe	Too bad its still too small of a car for me to fit in comfortably.... They really should restyle the thing as well. Oh well, thats about the time I will be looking into the new Camaro, if its even coming out then... __________________ Mirage Cardomain

10-28-2007, 09:36 AM	#7
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	Finally getting the turbo ecotec we all hoped and knew it would get eventually. Sweet! And they're finally not skimping on brakes and giving it fixed caliper brembo's... __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

10-28-2007, 10:19 AM	#8
Sleepwalkr misunderstood AKA: Jason Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Peyton, CO Posts: 1,244 Vehicle: 2000 GT Coupe	I like the old wheels better. __________________

10-28-2007, 10:23 AM	#9
Bryan GAGT - Junkie AKA: Bryan Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sterling Heights, MI Age: 32 Posts: 4,269 Vehicle: '09.5 G6	Very, very sweet minus the new wheels. __________________ CarDomain (Updated 10/9)

10-28-2007, 11:19 AM	#10
Malaclypse Wrenched Loose AKA: Scott Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,209 Vehicle: 2013 Malibu 2LT	Torque steer will be a problem. Drop the wheels and pick up some Centerlines. Stock wheels are heavy as hell anyways. Other than that? It'll be a FAST little car when its off the line. Having driven several Solstice GXPs, that powertrain is a thing to behold.

10-28-2007, 11:55 AM	#11
notsoaveragej0e Causes a ruckus AKA: Joe Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Detroit, MI Age: 34 Posts: 5,011 Vehicle: Maligoat	Dang, thats sweet... 260hp is nothing to mess with on a car that small and light. Get rid of the spoiler and get some rims, and it's set. __________________

10-28-2007, 11:59 AM	#12
Panacea Mmmm Donuts. AKA: Macleod52 Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Rock Island, IL Age: 40 Posts: 3,160 Vehicle: '09 Malibu LTZ	Why can't GM figure out how to get rid of the wheel gap? __________________ "Never argue with idiots. They bring you down to their level, and beat you with experience."

10-28-2007, 12:39 PM	#13
timberwoof Law Dawg AKA: Cody Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portland Tx Posts: 1,827 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am SE1	Damn, I want one now. __________________ Mods: Sways, F-STB, Dr. Speed Stage 2 w/ box, Rear Disk Conversion, drilled rotors, steel braided lines, 180* T-Stat.

10-28-2007, 02:09 PM	#15
Pinnacle User account under probation AKA: GT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Posts: 238 Vehicle: 2002	WOW! And Brembos as well!

10-28-2007, 06:00 PM	#19
SE'sarecool2 Gearhead for life AKA: Joe Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Wilminton,DE Age: 48 Posts: 188 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am SE/GT	This is just fantastic! I see TONS of engine swap possibilities(think anything FWD that came with a NA Ecotec) for those who can't afford/don't like the whole car. Imagine that powertrain combo in a GA! __________________ "A spirit with a vision is a dream... with a mission" -RUSH

10-28-2007, 06:11 PM	#20
onesexyga onesexyfiero AKA: Kevin Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Vermont/New Hampshire Age: 35 Posts: 1,534 Vehicle: 00 GAGT, 88 Fiero GT	holy crap FIXED calipers. No more of that studder gm cars have become way too infamous for.

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