They should’ve made it real wheel drive. They would’ve hit a Homerun and it would’ve been far more popular and way more collectible today. Putting that much power in a front wheel drive is just absolutely stupid.
but would you be able to buy as cheap as you can today? you can pick one of these up for sub 3k if it ended up being a staple like the g8 then you would’ve payed way more.
Her in Canada with 5 months of winter the front wheel drive was Awesome! When everyone was parking the Camaros corvettes and mustangs I was still rolling 💪💪😊
I get alot of compliments on my 2009 SS, looks better in black. People tell me they miss their Impala of this style, say they wish they did not sell or trade it in.
The 0-60 is actually kind of important. Low 5 seconds was on par with some of the hottest sports cars from just a decade before. Example Camaro SS. This car was all about its engine and the handling and brakes were a big upgrade on the base models. You are right to say it was a Lumina at its core, but a Lumina with a V8 package is still something a bit special, even in 2006
We happen to repair vehicles and 190,000 miles is a testament to the car itself. The eighth gen Impala seems to be more plentiful on the roads here these days than the Toyota , Nissan and Honda counterparts . Yes the Impalas had issues but most cars do. In fact we just got in a totaled 2010 with 160 k in. From a collision stand point they are built a lot sturdier as well. .
I'm just needing an engine rebuild on my 9th gen 2008 SS Impala. I got it with 63k miles, it now has 183k miles, I've had the transmission replaced 2x in 10yrs.
Still holding on to my 2011. Last model year with the 3.5. 203K miles clocked. Have no plans to part with the car as these sedans are rather unique for being normal traffic. Love the SS versions however, want a second ninth gen for this reason someday.
I do have a 2012 LTZ with the 300 horse 3.6 VVTI And that sucker is three times the Impala I had before. 2000 3.4 base Impala. I actually raced dude with Monte SS 5.3 and smoked him.
It's a fun car but not fun on my wallet get a couple looks here and there when I step on it, straight piped and lowered its pretty sweet but has a wide range of expensive issues as it ages being a 06
i had a 3.9 2006, was so disappointed with the handling. the mods i made it drive like unbalanced roller skate. only thing that car did good was mpg, rolling the VT and NH mountains i averaged over 30 mpg. trans started slipping in 2010 gave it to my mom, drove for a few more years ended up rusting till inspection what not possible with out buying one.
Nice review, but you are missing the point on this car. Yes it’s a W body, but it has an LS4 in it! It handles heads and tails above an Impala LS, not to mention the old B-body that everyone thinks is tops. The transmission issues are easily solved with a transmission cooler and a couple of pints of Lucas transmission fix. Also, use it as it was intended. A great highway car with awesome power and great highway fuel economy. It’s not a race car. The sideways mounted drivetrain gets too hot for extended performance runs. Parts are cheap and readily available. All part of the fun. The Bonneville review you did applies to this car too IMO.
I feel like this guy is just a little bit entitled lol I own a 2008 ss and it’s a smooth ride gets up and hell yeah I can still confidently drive it in the winter unlike a lot of rear wheel drive v8 cars
As weird as this car was … it’s still one of the most “ out there “ cars that gm made and I really thank them for even cramming a LS in it.
They should’ve made it real wheel drive. They would’ve hit a Homerun and it would’ve been far more popular and way more collectible today. Putting that much power in a front wheel drive is just absolutely stupid.
And it is a 5.3L V8 too, but I do like these along with the Monte Carlo SS and Grand Prix
but would you be able to buy as cheap as you can today? you can pick one of these up for sub 3k if it ended up being a staple like the g8 then you would’ve payed way more.
The W body platform has always been FWD.
I have owned a 2007 for 5 years. If you know how to drive, they are a blast. Brutally powerful.
Yeah the simplicity of this vehicle is what makes it so popular!
I have an 08 SS and i love it
I had a 04 SS, 2010 LTZ & an 08 LS…. I loved each one
Her in Canada with 5 months of winter the front wheel drive was Awesome! When everyone was parking the Camaros corvettes and mustangs I was still rolling 💪💪😊
I get alot of compliments on my 2009 SS, looks better in black. People tell me they miss their Impala of this style, say they wish they did not sell or trade it in.
The 0-60 is actually kind of important. Low 5 seconds was on par with some of the hottest sports cars from just a decade before. Example Camaro SS. This car was all about its engine and the handling and brakes were a big upgrade on the base models. You are right to say it was a Lumina at its core, but a Lumina with a V8 package is still something a bit special, even in 2006
We happen to repair vehicles and 190,000 miles is a testament to the car itself. The eighth gen Impala seems to be more plentiful on the roads here these days than the Toyota , Nissan and Honda counterparts . Yes the Impalas had issues but most cars do. In fact we just got in a totaled 2010 with 160 k in. From a collision stand point they are built a lot sturdier as well. .
I'm just needing an engine rebuild on my 9th gen 2008 SS Impala. I got it with 63k miles, it now has 183k miles, I've had the transmission replaced 2x in 10yrs.
Love this car and all the other LS4 cars
Still holding on to my 2011. Last model year with the 3.5. 203K miles clocked. Have no plans to part with the car as these sedans are rather unique for being normal traffic.
Love the SS versions however, want a second ninth gen for this reason someday.
It just looks so clean. Those ppv versions are mean af too.
2013 LT Owner and i love mine
I'm surprised that you didn't mention the 94 through 96 Impala SS. I had a 95 Impala SS and have been thinking about the 06 Impala SS. Good video.
As a owner of a 9th gen, I would look for another 7th gen or 10th gen.
If you can't find a good SS go with a 2012 to 2016 LTZ or LTZ Limited. Six speed transmission, 305 HP V6, Haul Azz.
The 2004-05 Impala SS Supercharged was cool too.
I would take my 06 to the tire shop for an oil change....and when they would start it up...everyone would turn their heads!!!!!!
this car is like GLOCK
In 2006 I did not walk into a GM dealership for an Impala SS...I walked out with a 6.0L GTO.
Light years better
Nice video and straight forward
The 3.6L LFX was the best of the three 3.6L engines GM made. The others were the 3.6L LY7 (TIMING CHAINS) and 3.6L LLT (Wasn't as terrible as LY7).
I don't know why the 06 to 09 ss impala ss get so much hate I love the hell out of these cars but I know the 94 to 96 impala ss are the most desired
That fabulous b-roll
And that's with me losing half the b-roll uploading my footage for this video! Sorry for a lot of repeat footage in this one lol.
I do have a 2012 LTZ with the 300 horse 3.6 VVTI And that sucker is three times the Impala I had before. 2000 3.4 base Impala. I actually raced dude with Monte SS 5.3 and smoked him.
Who gnawed on the steering wheel?
They should have used the black one, they look way cooler. 0-60 in 5.4 seconds, 1/4 mile at 14.2@ 101 mph is pretty good bone stock.
I have a 06 ss.
Nice, I got an 08 SS. Can't wait to get it back on the road.
@@Akwardturtleever had any issues with the transmission? How many miles are on it? I'm about to buy a 06 with 110k
@@austinr9996did you buy it, is it worth getting? Fun etc
@descent0_076 its fun, wasnt worth what i paid tho. Definitley quick n torquey, obviously. Selling it soon
It's a fun car but not fun on my wallet get a couple looks here and there when I step on it, straight piped and lowered its pretty sweet but has a wide range of expensive issues as it ages being a 06
Good vid kid perciate it 👍 stay healthy Good Luck and FU46
With the cold air on, mine spins the front now...
You dog on the ss. But it was faster then the charger and ford 500. One of the fastest sedans in the domestic markets
Bruh that’s what I’m saying I got a straight piped ss with a cnn and a Diablo tune and it rips
Idk about the charger especially 09 and up
i had a 3.9 2006, was so disappointed with the handling. the mods i made it drive like unbalanced roller skate. only thing that car did good was mpg, rolling the VT and NH mountains i averaged over 30 mpg. trans started slipping in 2010 gave it to my mom, drove for a few more years ended up rusting till inspection what not possible with out buying one.
Lovely video good sir
Nice review, but you are missing the point on this car. Yes it’s a W body, but it has an LS4 in it! It handles heads and tails above an Impala LS, not to mention the old B-body that everyone thinks is tops. The transmission issues are easily solved with a transmission cooler and a couple of pints of Lucas transmission fix. Also, use it as it was intended. A great highway car with awesome power and great highway fuel economy. It’s not a race car. The sideways mounted drivetrain gets too hot for extended performance runs. Parts are cheap and readily available. All part of the fun. The Bonneville review you did applies to this car too IMO.
Parts are not readily available!!!! Had to wait almost a month now for the fuse box.
I'm from Charlotte!
This dude really hates boomers
Why hating on "old man" so hard?
I feel like this guy is just a little bit entitled lol I own a 2008 ss and it’s a smooth ride gets up and hell yeah I can still confidently drive it in the winter unlike a lot of rear wheel drive v8 cars
It's toe out, that's why it steers like that...
LTZ wheels look better.