The Super Sport began as an option on the 1961 Impala and took off like wildfire after that. It would extend to the Chevelle and Nova as the ‘60s wore on and would even become a series of its… more»
Super Sport
Jul 1, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Same Owner 42 Years: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The Chevy Chevelle was in its second year in 1965, having been added to the line-up in response to a growing market for mid-sized cars. That opportunity was created as full-size cars grew after the introduction of compact models… more»
Jun 23, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Vintage Drag Car! 1965 Chevrolet Malibu SS
If your idea of a drag racer doesn’t need a laptop connected to it between runs, check out this old-school Chevy! The 1965 Chevrolet Malibu SS (a genuine “138” car) is described as a “LIFELONG” California race car that… more»
Jun 20, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Four-Speed, Dual-Quad, Positraction 409! 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
The Beach Boys extolled the virtues of Chevrolet’s 409 cubic inch V8 in their 1962 song 409, and this 1964 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport near Eagle, Idaho echos the song lyrics as a genuine “Four-Speed, Dual-Quad, Positraction 409.” A… more»
Jun 11, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Original SS 402: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
The heyday of the American muscle car ran from 1964-72, although some detuned big blocks would run around for a while longer. One of the leaders of the pack was the Chevelle Super Sport, often found with a 396… more»
Jun 6, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Restorable SS 409: 1963 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet struck gold when they introduced the Super Sport in 1961. It caught on quickly as an appearance package and later dominated most of Chevy’s nameplates with big-block engines. This 1963 Impala has SS markings, so we assume it’s… more»
May 8, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
327 Fastback! 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS
With its Bolero Red paint showing a hint of shine, this 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS in Emmett, Idaho may require much less work to safely hit the road than many BarnFinds feature cars. Until the starter crapped out recently… more»
Apr 24, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Older SS Clone: 1968 Chevrolet El Camino
By 1968, the El Camino was in its third generation since joining Chevy’s line-up as a “gentleman’s” pickup. From 1964, it had been based on a mid-size platform and would remain in the portfolio through 1987. This ’68 edition… more»
Apr 15, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Pace Car Replica: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Automobile manufacturers capitalize on their annual provision of pace and festival cars for the Indianapolis 500 by building replicas for John Q. Public. In the case of the 1969 Camaro, which served in that role for the second time… more»
Apr 6, 2021 • For Sale • 51 Comments
Rebuildable? 1965 Chevelle Malibu Super Sport
This 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS looks like it was a pinball in a giant pinball machine. Whatever kind of accident it was in, the car has been damaged in all four corners, some points worse than others. This is… more»
Feb 17, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Carport Find: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
The 1970 Chevelle offered two versions of SS, the 396 V8 or the new 454 powerhouse. Combined, they would see production of just shy of 50,000 units. And, today, one of these cars can fetch close to six figures… more»
Feb 12, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Big Block! 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Classic muscle cars took a while to catch their second wind, and many parked or left to rot before the late ’80s were just “old cars” to many owners. This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 in Los Angeles, California… more»
Feb 7, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Canadian 283 Super Sport! 1966 Chevrolet Malibu
Who built the first muscle car? Pontiac dropped the 389 cid V8 from its full-sized lineup into the mid-sized Tempest to create the GTO in 1964. However, Chevrolet introduced a Super Sport package on its (full-sized) Impala three years… more»
Jan 21, 2021 • For Sale • 48 Comments
One Year Only SS 454 Wagon! 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle
One-year only cars of any significance always draw attention in the automotive world. While GM made plenty of big block wagons in the 1970s, there was only one year it could be combined with the Super Sport or “SS”… more»
Jan 18, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Shop Find: 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS
The Super Sport (SS) option was added to the Chevy II in its second year. To get it, you had to order the Nova coupe or convertible. For just $161 extra, the SS editions got you bucket seats, finned… more»
Dec 28, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rare Combo? 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS
As it turns out, the Chevy Camaro was an ample competitor in the pony car wars, giving the Mustang a run for its money. And cutting into Ford’s market share. 1968 would be the sophomore year for the sporty… more»
