Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Tell me.... 2006......16K Miles, $16,000 http://cobaltss.net/images/cobalt_ss1.jpg Red just like this one.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 That's the Supercharged one right? I thin the newer turbo ones have more power right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes, supercharged....I believe 171hp 163 lb ft. The new ones have turbo??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linn1647545492 Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes, supercharged....I believe 171hp 163 lb ft. The new ones have turbo??? I think the S/C cobalts have 240hp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes, supercharged....I believe 171hp 163 lb ft. The new ones have turbo??? I thought so, the same motor that is in the solstice I believe. I could be wrong though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Not getting to race or fast & furious it...just a new small car and I kinda like it over the Scion TC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 http://www.chevrolet.com/cobalt/ SS TurbochargedCobalt2008 coupe_ss: Starts at $22,995* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build and Price Request a Quote Find a Vehicle Highlights: 260-hp 2.0L I-4 engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) has an estimated MPG 22 city and 30 hwy.(1) Five-speed manual transmission Performance Handling suspension Four-wheel antilock disc brakes StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System SS-specific interior SS-specific instrumentation 18-inch forged aluminum wheels Rear decklid spoiler Bright chrome exhaust tip Head-curtain side-impact air bags(2) Auxiliary audio input jack XM Radio(3) with three trial months OnStar(4) with one-year Safe & Sound Plan CD/MP3 player Seven-speaker Pioneer premium sound system Remote Keyless Entry Power windows and door locks Complete list of standard & optional features View 360s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Hmmm, I wonder why they took the SC out and put a TC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 most likely better MPG and more power, and only have to produce 1 motor for 3 cars. SS Cobalt, Solstice GXP, and Sky Red Line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Good thinking, Ghost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes get this car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiso09 Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 No one else finds the car boring/ugly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes, supercharged....I believe 171hp 163 lb ft. The new ones have turbo??? Yes, the 2008 SS's have the 260 HP turbo, Brembo 4 piston front brakes, nicer seats, and some other revisions (suspension, TCS/ESC system, shift without lift, launch control, etc.) The power numbers you just quoted for the 2006 SS are for the N/A 2.4L SS models. The S/C 2.0L were rated at 205 hp (I think), but they dyno that at the wheels so it's probably more like 230HP. The stage kits increase the power nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 I really like the cobalt SS's But don't get a NA one you will hate yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Yes, the 2008 SS's have the 260 HP turbo, Brembo 4 piston front brakes, nicer seats, and some other revisions (suspension, TCS/ESC system, shift without lift, launch control, etc.) The power numbers you just quoted for the 2006 SS are for the N/A 2.4L SS models. The S/C 2.0L were rated at 205 hp (I think), but they dyno that at the wheels so it's probably more like 230HP. The stage kits increase the power nicely. Thanks for that info... I really like the cobalt SS's But don't get a NA one you will hate yourself. Yeah, I know...I have been looking at 06/07 SS models with the gunmetal 18s. They are pretty nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Putty an older cavalier would drive forever if you took care of it. Only normal maintenance repairs over it's lifetime. I would guess a cobalt would be the same if not better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 I'm sure it's a good car...If I can get for <$14K, I think i'll get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 I'm sure it's a good car...If I can get for <$14K, I think i'll get it. Although the supercharged cars are decently reliable, and pretty quick, the new turbo model is miles ahead. The new motor has more power, and had more development put into it, so it would likely be more reliable. The turbo motor is used in 3 other gm cars now too, so there would be a larger aftermarket. Probably can't find a turbo for <14k though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Although the supercharged cars are decently reliable, and pretty quick, the new turbo model is miles ahead. The new motor has more power, and had more development put into it, so it would likely be more reliable. The turbo motor is used in 3 other gm cars now too, so there would be a larger aftermarket. Probably can't find a turbo for <14k though. Very good points. I'd be in the 20s for a turbo version for sure. Dealer called and told me I could drive it for a few days...i'll try that and see how I like it. A 4 cylinder 5 speed means a lot of shifting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 A 4 cylinder 5 speed means a lot of shifting. Try having a 4 cyc, 6spd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Although the supercharged cars are decently reliable, and pretty quick, the new turbo model is miles ahead. The new motor has more power, and had more development put into it, so it would likely be more reliable. The turbo motor is used in 3 other gm cars now too, so there would be a larger aftermarket. Probably can't find a turbo for <14k though. The aftermarket for the S/C SS is very heavy. It will be a while until the 2.0L SIDI turbo gets a lot of love from the aftermarket. Direct injection is the wave of the future, but anyone with a little knowledge can tune a port injection engine. You may also be waiting a while for the turbo's to have their fully ECU's cracked. I'll also add that I would say each motor has just as much development into it. Consider that they share the same block, crank, rods, and the head castings are likely the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 Try having a 4 cyc, 6spd. See no purpose in that.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 See no purpose in that.... To be truthful 6th is not needed untill you are well north of the speed limit. You don't shift that much. I don't understand why you point out a 4 cyl with a five speed, isn't your bike a 4 cyl with a five Speed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 To be truthful 6th is not needed untill you are well north of the speed limit. You don't shift that much. I don't understand why you point out a 4 cyl with a five speed, isn't your bike a 4 cyl with a five Speed? I see where you are going, but on bikes...a 600 you shift every second it seems....On a 1000, I can ride 1st gear all around town...2nd, if it's too loud, so very little shifting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 doesn't it require premium fuel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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