Ya, the torque steer will throw you around if you're not careful - especially if you have worn-in suspension. This car is awesome, because it will do 0-120mph easily. I used to romp on my SS every day on the way to work... super fun to have such a bland looking car that'll keep up with older STi's, Evo's, Mustang GTs, Camaro Z28's, and pretty much every other sports car before 2005 - on the highway that is. What really attracted me to the 9th gen SS is that it's so unlike any sports sedan today. It's not a ridiculously flashy car. Car designers these days now tack on a bunch of body/aero kits, huge spoilers, flashy exhaust... blah blah blah. I didn't want any of that in my car, but I still wanted a sport sedan. Chevy, of all manufacturers, was the only one to offer a sporty sedan with 300hp that actually had decent performance and it looked like a normal car. I was a fan of the 2003/04 Mercury Marauder for a long time, but even though it had 300hp, it wasn't sporty enough. That car only did a 15 second 1/4... the LS4 SS was a second quicker to 60, and a second quicker in the 1/4.
I have two impala I have one 2008 SS And A 2010 LS, but only one thing I don't like about the SS is that there's not space to work under to hood, the Engine is super big , it takes all the space.
I was thinking about buying a 2014 Malibu recently. I have an 07 impala rn but seeing these videos really make me wanna get an SS. For this price you get pretty decent power. I don’t see too many people selling them tho.
What do u think about it now. My transmission just went. All kinds of sensor problems and motor mounts. Thats why they dont make em anymore. 138000 miles and the car is finished. What u think
@@CookinWithJames i never had one but I put 2 transmissions in my used 09 Pontiac G6 GT Sedan in the first year i had it. Thankfully I had warranty the dealer sold me.
I have 2012 3.6 vvt fwd does not bother me good in winter. Like it for every day driving. Driving it for over 2 years. Its laid back driving for me. When I need to pass or go fast, just punch it and it goes. I am a very defensive driver, this car works well for that. Not a agressive driver. My full coverage is cheap, clean driver. My Impala is mechanically sound no issues. 305 hp v6 good on gas. Have kept it stock for now. Thinking about some upgrades soon. OD in pedal works well, tall gears is diferrent. First car that I have owned with that. People can have there own opinion about these Impalas. It does not change my opinion. It is a Chevy and that is what I drive.
@@roberthicks2832 how much was the transmission you got? cause i just got a 06 SS yesterday and i hear a lot about the transmissions on these cars being bad
I've had my 2006 Chevy Impala SS since April of 06 when I first got the car it had 7 miles on it. Car likes to eat tires and I have replaced a few hub bearings. And about 4 vent actuators and 1 torque converter. Car now has 98000 miles on it. These cars just like several of the 5.3 have oil consumption issues because of the DOD or AFM. With all those problems still love the car glad I bought it. Still hauls ass.
The engine is highly modified in the Impala. They had to figure out how to mount it transverse and shoehorn it in there. Probably accounts for the drop in hp.
is the ss the only model without the fake wood trim? cause i hate the fake wood but i dont want to pay a high insurance rate cause to the ss means your gonna go fast with it to the insurance company
Devon Asher no it doesn't, they wont count as a sports car, it a 4 door sedan(engine size doesnt matter for a sedan, only a sports car) even if it has a v8, look at crown vic it has a v8 and its a sedan and you know what im pretty sure the insurance rate is pretty damn low on it
Watch out for the transmission. They’re not meant to be attached to the LS4. Way underpowered. Everyone I know has had to replace they’re tranny on these cars. I’m rolling on 89xxx miles and I’m starting to see it act funny
125k on an 07'. Trans slips a bit. They're not meant to sit around. Daily drivers only or it will have issues. Seals, gaskets, build up...i had it as a second car now it became my main and having to change a coil pack and suspension.
I love those things. I have an '04 SS Indy, and I had an '08 SS. Torque oversees is very dangerous in that car if you can't handle its transition points!. But it hauled ass like crazy!! GM was nuts for putting all that power in a front wheel drive car. But it could do every bit of 154 mph. Bury the needle lol. The '04 SS is more sturdy, and the possibilities on that supercharged 3800 are endless. So I had to say goodbye to the '08. But I do miss it!
Are you jerking the wheels or is that a massive amount of torque steer that looks completely off putting for a higher powered engine in that car. If its jerking around that much on a 0-60 holy shit, i know these cars had glass transmission but now you have to hold on to the wheel or you hit the ditch
The 06-09 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport package came with a stock 5.3L LS4 in conjunction with the FWD 4T65E-HD transmission. Unfortunately this particular model is fairly notorious for utterly destroying the transaxle well within what's considered to be the prime of the car's expected lifespan. The Impala wasn't the only vehicle inflicted with this problem, this actually became quite an issue for most Manufacturers with sedans utilizing similar GM based FWD V8 drivetrains at the time. I would imagine that when looking back at it now, bolting a V8 producing 323lbs•ft of torque onto a mildly beefed up 4T65E transmssion that's only been designed to handle the 214lbs•ft from a 3.5L V6 was probably not the best call... Especially being that with a few minor modifications the 4T80E was probably a much better candidate for the job. Thankfully if you're like me and you own one of these front tire burning beasts, this small hurdle can be easily overcome by having your local shop perform a complete stage 3 rebuild on your trans... But be ready to cough it up, because likely to set you back anywhere from $2500.00 to $3000.00 after labor cost. If you are confident enough with your own mechanical skills, to acquire all of the parts that are required to overhaul the transmission was somewhere in the ballpark of $850.00 or so... Well, that's pretty close to what it all cost last time I priced everything online 6 months ago. 🤔 🧰🔧 🥵 🔩🛠 🤬
I'm not sure on this one. I haven't actually had the chance to get in anyother Impala. I would say no because it really depends on the features the model has at the time it was made. Dont quote me if I'm wrong lol
Yeah i Agree. At the time i found it fun. But I am glad I never got one. Was the first 300+ hp car I drove and didnt expect that much acceleration or torque steer.
Robert Lengyel but v8 is made for more burnouts and drag races v6 wouldnt last if u ran it like an ss lol u need to study more my friend has a 2017 v6 limited impala ( new only 45.000 on the odo) 303hp its fast and responds good but its nothing like the ss...
Tony Montana study more my friend?? Hmm, I've been to many drag races, I've seen v8s get blown away by 4 cylinders and get crushed by many v6s. In fact myself I have smoked a 2009 impala ss, and a few mustang gts..
That's a well tuned v6, that's why. If you give this 5.3 a tune and custom exhaust, it'll easily push 400. gm likes to undertune their cars to ensure maximum reliability. Ford does the same thing. I have a 3.9 v8 from jaguar in my LS and it makes 280. 1.4 extra litres and only 23 hp is really lame though (lol). My engine is not tuned at all either. You just need to take it to a shop and get a good tune man. Easy and fun! One shop told me I can make an easy 360-370 hp with a custom exhaust setup and a tune! I just can't afford it at the moment!
You got to realize the car is a lot newer even if its a v8 it was from like 06 to 07 all this newer cars have a lot more hp thats the point cars get better and better including the 4 cylinders try racing a 2012 v8 model u will get smoked
I have an 07 MCSS with the front wheel drive LS4 and really questioned wether i would like it or not. I love it. The torque steer is a bit of a pain but its managable. My first car was an 87 MCSS so coming from rwd v8 powered cars to fwd was a bit odd. My 07 MCSS though would eat my 87 alive. For what it is its pretty good performance wise.
mrcleanguy2012 it is a pain to work on I'll give you that, I have a 2006 impala SS but just apply the parking brake and it will do a hell of a burn out.
@@christopherhoppp8979 I have a 302V8 Fox Mustang and I prefer being pushed forward rather than pulled. All said and done I do like FWD V8's but just prefer RWD.
I have an 08 with 54K miles. I have a rwd corvette too and I don't care where the power comes from as long as it's there when I need it. As for the torque steer, it's not bad at all. I love my SS, it gets after it when I need it to and is comfortable to drive.
Ya, the torque steer will throw you around if you're not careful - especially if you have worn-in suspension. This car is awesome, because it will do 0-120mph easily. I used to romp on my SS every day on the way to work... super fun to have such a bland looking car that'll keep up with older STi's, Evo's, Mustang GTs, Camaro Z28's, and pretty much every other sports car before 2005 - on the highway that is.
What really attracted me to the 9th gen SS is that it's so unlike any sports sedan today. It's not a ridiculously flashy car. Car designers these days now tack on a bunch of body/aero kits, huge spoilers, flashy exhaust... blah blah blah. I didn't want any of that in my car, but I still wanted a sport sedan. Chevy, of all manufacturers, was the only one to offer a sporty sedan with 300hp that actually had decent performance and it looked like a normal car. I was a fan of the 2003/04 Mercury Marauder for a long time, but even though it had 300hp, it wasn't sporty enough. That car only did a 15 second 1/4... the LS4 SS was a second quicker to 60, and a second quicker in the 1/4.
question is can i swap this into a 1995 chevy stepside?
luis anaya no
Yeah I have a 2004 Chevy impala with roughly the same amount of horsepower
Matt M do you have transmission issues? I’m looking at one at the moment and I’ve heard that 4 speed sucks ass
Ian Scheurer is it an ss if so what year?
just got this car and i cant get enough of it!
Same here I just got me one
What’s the difference between a 5.3 vortec and this
06 Impala white with the Oreo interior.
I have two impala I have one 2008 SS And A 2010 LS, but only one thing I don't like about the SS is that there's not space to work under to hood, the Engine is super big , it takes all the space.
Young J.W I swear
I was thinking about buying a 2014 Malibu recently. I have an 07 impala rn but seeing these videos really make me wanna get an SS. For this price you get pretty decent power. I don’t see too many people selling them tho.
Exactly
Not selling mine, as it stands since Chevy discontinued the Impala it makes my 2009 the last SS.
What do u think about it now. My transmission just went. All kinds of sensor problems and motor mounts. Thats why they dont make em anymore. 138000 miles and the car is finished. What u think
Yeah now days I'm not a fan of General motors. And a FWD V8 is just stupid
I agree.
Did yours break down?
@@CookinWithJames i never had one but I put 2 transmissions in my used 09 Pontiac G6 GT Sedan in the first year i had it. Thankfully I had warranty the dealer sold me.
I have 2012 3.6 vvt fwd does not bother me good in winter. Like it for every day driving. Driving it for over 2 years. Its laid back driving for me. When I need to pass or go fast, just punch it and it goes. I am a very defensive driver, this car works well for that. Not a agressive driver. My full coverage is cheap, clean driver. My Impala is mechanically sound no issues. 305 hp v6 good on gas. Have kept it stock for now. Thinking about some upgrades soon. OD in pedal works well, tall gears is diferrent. First car that I have owned with that. People can have there own opinion about these Impalas. It does not change my opinion. It is a Chevy and that is what I drive.
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I have a 2007 Chevy impala SS to it is a good car I’m getting a transmission done to it now I want to make it a Lil faster
So if u can help out let me no I can send pictures
@@roberthicks2832 how much was the transmission you got? cause i just got a 06 SS yesterday and i hear a lot about the transmissions on these cars being bad
Gonna buy an 07 Monte Carlo SS with the 5.3 V8. So hyped.
I got my SS back in May of 2015. Changing the water pump and t stat this weekend but for the most part its a great car! How's yours still holding up?
I've had my 2006 Chevy Impala SS since April of 06 when I first got the car it had 7 miles on it. Car likes to eat tires and I have replaced a few hub bearings. And about 4 vent actuators and 1 torque converter. Car now has 98000 miles on it. These cars just like several of the 5.3 have oil consumption issues because of the DOD or AFM. With all those problems still love the car glad I bought it. Still hauls ass.
Hey bro my car same problems ...but currently I have the "oil pressure low turn off engine" light. What would you recoomend?
@@SATXSpurs I'd reccomend you fix that or get someone who can.
@@SATXSpurs check the oil pressure sensor. That's usually what will cause that.
Not supercharged. Earlier model Had 3.8 supercharged about 240 hp, this 5.3 makes about 303 hp.
Brian Grogan you are correct. I think I said the HP ratings. However I did fail to say its naturally aspirated.
Own one driving it feels like flying a f16 love it
I need a video on instructions on how to replace my crank shaft sensor on my 06 5.3 chevy impala! Please somebody help me!
KayKay Hemenway try the mechanic shop, I have an 09 they’re cool cars
Is the LS4 a reliable engine? I know that transmission is a bit faulty I'm going to swap that. I just need to know if this engine is safe
Engine is good, transmission is junk.
Delete the AFM, or disable it for now. It will for sure give you lifter problems internal problems if not pushing 8 cylinders at all times
Chriss Perry i agree with you. Its like they made it for all seasons lol
amen. make it rear wheel drive and straight motor.
Why does the chevy tahoe with the same engine makes more hp then the impala ss ??
LightskinnLocs it’s probably detuned because you don’t need the extra 50hp in a sedan
Different tunes. Tahoe is tuned for hauling and towing also chassis is heavier. Impala is tuned for speed and quicker 0-60 time.
Even more odd is the buick with 5.3 is 3, yes three horses less than the Impala! what's with that?
The engine is highly modified in the Impala. They had to figure out how to mount it transverse and shoehorn it in there. Probably accounts for the drop in hp.
I'm looking at getting a 08 SS what's the down sides before I get it I need some advice
bLu what?
Biszy what's the worst problems you have experience with SS
Not sure other than it being front wheel drive. I never owned one. I only did a review of it from a dealership
They’re notorious for transmission issues
Computer and transmission will go south no way around it
is the ss the only model without the fake wood trim? cause i hate the fake wood but i dont want to pay a high insurance rate cause to the ss means your gonna go fast with it to the insurance company
Devon Asher no it doesn't, they wont count as a sports car, it a 4 door sedan(engine size doesnt matter for a sedan, only a sports car) even if it has a v8, look at crown vic it has a v8 and its a sedan and you know what im pretty sure the insurance rate is pretty damn low on it
Devon Asher runs more fast than mustang 5.0 V8
what would you say for this as a first car? not an 09, and 07 with 91k on it..
Ben Wolfson same here. Looking at one tomorrow. As a first car for me
Watch out for the transmission. They’re not meant to be attached to the LS4. Way underpowered. Everyone I know has had to replace they’re tranny on these cars. I’m rolling on 89xxx miles and I’m starting to see it act funny
125k on an 07'. Trans slips a bit. They're not meant to sit around. Daily drivers only or it will have issues. Seals, gaskets, build up...i had it as a second car now it became my main and having to change a coil pack and suspension.
You think a 2006 impala ss with 198,000 miles is worth $2200?
Probably not but depends on how it’s been kept up
Yes
I love those things. I have an '04 SS Indy, and I had an '08 SS. Torque oversees is very dangerous in that car if you can't handle its transition points!. But it hauled ass like crazy!! GM was nuts for putting all that power in a front wheel drive car. But it could do every bit of 154 mph. Bury the needle lol. The '04 SS is more sturdy, and the possibilities on that supercharged 3800 are endless. So I had to say goodbye to the '08. But I do miss it!
Are you jerking the wheels or is that a massive amount of torque steer that looks completely off putting for a higher powered engine in that car. If its jerking around that much on a 0-60 holy shit, i know these cars had glass transmission but now you have to hold on to the wheel or you hit the ditch
111himan yes that was the torque. I was trying to compensate for that lol
The only thing that sucks, is that is front wheel drive!
Not supercharged, the V6 from the previous generation was though
Jack bron yes its naturally aspirated. I should have said that.
60 more hp then the supercharged v6 also
Fun cars man!!!
What transmission did they use in this cars ????
It was just a 4 speed auto. I think it was the same one they put in the other Impalas
The 06-09 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport package came with a stock 5.3L LS4 in conjunction with the FWD 4T65E-HD transmission. Unfortunately this particular model is fairly notorious for utterly destroying the transaxle well within what's considered to be the prime of the car's expected lifespan. The Impala wasn't the only vehicle inflicted with this problem, this actually became quite an issue for most Manufacturers with sedans utilizing similar GM based FWD V8 drivetrains at the time. I would imagine that when looking back at it now, bolting a V8 producing 323lbs•ft of torque onto a mildly beefed up 4T65E transmssion that's only been designed to handle the 214lbs•ft from a 3.5L V6 was probably not the best call... Especially being that with a few minor modifications the 4T80E was probably a much better candidate for the job. Thankfully if you're like me and you own one of these front tire burning beasts, this small hurdle can be easily overcome by having your local shop perform a complete stage 3 rebuild on your trans... But be ready to cough it up, because likely to set you back anywhere from $2500.00 to $3000.00 after labor cost. If you are confident enough with your own mechanical skills, to acquire all of the parts that are required to overhaul the transmission was somewhere in the ballpark of $850.00 or so... Well, that's pretty close to what it all cost last time I priced everything online 6 months ago.
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I need help with a crank shaft position sensor!
I have a 2010 3.5 litre v6 its an LS and it hauls ass lol i love it
I do as well. Hell of a car.
Sanctus19 Nice fam.
Hunter Stewart I got the 5.3 but my 3400 monte still gets speed lol
Hunter Stewart pos chevy! Lol
Hunter Stewart. 3.5 or 5.3?
i have the 06 monte carlo ss 5.3 i love them
i would use that ss as undercover cop car
lol
Same here
don't care if it fwd but do all of them come in auto
yes. Auto only unfortunately
+Biszy that's sucks well at least it's still sleeper status, just take off the ss and make ppl think it's just a v6 Impala
+David m lmao I know right. then change the rims.
+Biszy put some shity hub caps form a base model
+David m lmao ikr
you didn't film the start up fool
they didnt give me the keys untill the test drive unfortunately. Next car I review ill try and do a start up. thanks for the feedback. :)
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I'm not sure on this one. I haven't actually had the chance to get in anyother Impala. I would say no because it really depends on the features the model has at the time it was made. Dont quote me if I'm wrong lol
Is it FWD?
Unfortunately it is. A lot of torque steer too.
praise our LORD
🚗 thank you for being our savior jesus Christ
car of your dreams hahaha. u aint been dreaming of the right car i think. one thing i know about dream cars is they dont come in FWD
Jose Martinez. Heres one. 68 riviera buick 455 cube with FWD.
That's how I feel when I drive mine
RWD or FWD?
Unfortunately FWD
Biszy Piece of sh*t Chevy. lol
+Tropic Smoke nice rx7
Tropic Smoke pos Chevy? these are not slow.
+StraightPipe Gaming And being FWD not fun to drive at all.
Driven several of them and they ain't no hot rod. And the torque steer is atrocious. Short on horse power and fwd.
Yeah i Agree. At the time i found it fun. But I am glad I never got one. Was the first 300+ hp car I drove and didnt expect that much acceleration or torque steer.
No FWD Chevy is a hot rod. That's certain
Yea yea yea
0:47 boost control, lol
Lol yeah i ment traction control lol. And poorly corrected myself lol. Shit happens I guess lol
I have one but mine is 2008
today i am out of breath
I'm mad now, cause if u laughing I know it's fun.... nd the 3.6 quick too bt not like that one lol
+Dequavis Hardaway lol I was not expecting that kind of get up and go from that heavy looking car at all
+Biszy ikr it feels heavy at low speeds bt once you mash it's like a rocket
Lol yup
I have one 2008 impala SS and 2007 mustang gt, i can say impala faster
I have a 2016 sport ram and i smoke a ss this past sat !!!
Deniz Eken really?
@@Durango214 He wasn't trying or something wrong with his car. On paper the SS smokes that Ram
5.3 V8 still can't run with the 3.5 ecoboost SHO.
blackericdenice it would with heads and a cam
Heads and cam is a lot of work. The Ford only need to turn up the boost. That's why I bought a 2016 F165.
blackericdenice true but the LS4 is simpler and more reliable, as well as being much older.
Tell that to the man when you pay him the money you lost racing a complex 3.5 ecoboost.
blackericdenice no one said these were to buy if you want to race them, just a fun little commuter with some extra pep.
not supercharged, 04 and 05 were
Because they were the 3.8 L V6 so they supercharged them
@@BiszyMC I know still have one, you said in the video you were not sure if the 09 was supercharged. I have an 04 Indy SS and the 09 SS.
Where in the Video? I haven't watched it in a while lol
@@BiszyMC Right after 3:00 you said you were not sure if was supercharged
No those cars are not supercharge
300 hp out of a v8, kinda low..
I have a 2012 3.6 v6 that pushes 300 hp.
Robert Lengyel but v8 is made for more burnouts and drag races v6 wouldnt last if u ran it like an ss lol u need to study more my friend has a 2017 v6 limited impala ( new only 45.000 on the odo) 303hp its fast and responds good but its nothing like the ss...
Tony Montana study more my friend?? Hmm, I've been to many drag races, I've seen v8s get blown away by 4 cylinders and get crushed by many v6s. In fact myself I have smoked a 2009 impala ss, and a few mustang gts..
That's a well tuned v6, that's why. If you give this 5.3 a tune and custom exhaust, it'll easily push 400. gm likes to undertune their cars to ensure maximum reliability. Ford does the same thing. I have a 3.9 v8 from jaguar in my LS and it makes 280. 1.4 extra litres and only 23 hp is really lame though (lol). My engine is not tuned at all either. You just need to take it to a shop and get a good tune man. Easy and fun! One shop told me I can make an easy 360-370 hp with a custom exhaust setup and a tune! I just can't afford it at the moment!
It's the low end torque you get 330lbs at 3500 rpm vs 240lbs on a v6 at 5000 rpm. Fwd with 300hp is like 330 compared to rwd.
You got to realize the car is a lot newer even if its a v8 it was from like 06 to 07 all this newer cars have a lot more hp thats the point cars get better and better including the 4 cylinders try racing a 2012 v8 model u will get smoked
the sideways motor and the front wheel drive turns me off on that car why couldn't they of made it like a real American car not some euro crap.
Chris Perry you drive one and youd change your mind i thought that too til i bought one....you can cook the tires in pretty much any gear its a rush.
Because Chevy like to make large profit off there cars.
Because it was made in Canada
I have an 07 MCSS with the front wheel drive LS4 and really questioned wether i would like it or not. I love it. The torque steer is a bit of a pain but its managable. My first car was an 87 MCSS so coming from rwd v8 powered cars to fwd was a bit odd. My 07 MCSS though would eat my 87 alive. For what it is its pretty good performance wise.
mrcleanguy2012 it is a pain to work on I'll give you that, I have a 2006 impala SS but just apply the parking brake and it will do a hell of a burn out.
There is no fun in a FWD V8.
Really,, I'm thinking about buying one,, please tell me why,,
@@christopherhoppp8979 I have a 302V8 Fox Mustang and I prefer being pushed forward rather than pulled.
All said and done I do like FWD V8's but just prefer RWD.
LOL
No fun? Lmao that's a huge reach.. most people wouldn't even kno the difference
I have an 08 with 54K miles. I have a rwd corvette too and I don't care where the power comes from as long as it's there when I need it. As for the torque steer, it's not bad at all. I love my SS, it gets after it when I need it to and is comfortable to drive.
COMPARED TO WHAT, I CAN'T RUN FAST, BUT COMPARED TO A MAN WITH NO LEGS IM A CHAMP
AND IVE DRIVEN THOUSANDS,,WE HAVE 3 ON LOT NOW
FWD V8 jajajaj
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