<img src="http://cobaltss.net/articles/newss.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="5" vspace="2">its at courtesy chevrolet and they arent allowed to touch it for 3 weeks, but it is in the showroom and pics are comming.....so booyah we got the first one.

Dont believe me look up courtesey chevy and give em a call....

a guy brandonson has the pics on j-body...just waitin to post em.
hahah.....im excited..

Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice. (sits back and waits for the pics.)

link to the thread please....

Awesome !!!! :cssNET:

::twiddles thumbs::

lalalalala

doobie doobie dooooo

ok i waited where are they:D

pics pics pics!!!!

waiting for them pictures...waiting...why cant they touch it for 3 weeks ??

waiting for them pictures...waiting...why cant they touch it for 3 weeks ??

Official launch date/contracts made with other dealers etc.

Sometimes GM will state a specific date for cars to be sold, and will try to supply all its dealers with these cars so everyone has one for sale on the specific day. In order for all the dealers to get the cars, shipping can take weeks and some get cars far in advance.

Happened at my dealership with the last Z06 Model. they had one hiding in the service bay for a week.

i can't wait to see an actual production model;it may end a lot of the speculation. I want to see pics of the prduction version so we know exactly what we will be getting. I'm sure i'm not alone here either. Lots of pics and quick.

HERE ARE THE PICS....LARGE AND IN CHARGE

http://www.igtechinc.com/J-Body/2-15-05003.jpg
http://www.igtechinc.com/J-Body/2-15-05006.jpg
http://www.igtechinc.com/J-Body/2-15-05025.jpg
THERE YA GO...ENJOY

so very very nice!
are there any interior pics? :bow:

I have a Silver LS Coupe in stock here at our dealership outside of Philadelphia.

There are four pictures of it....just click the link!

I also added 2 pictures of the SS that was at the Philadelphia Auto Show!!!

(Where's the tag go?)

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/bmonhollan1/detail?.dir=/40b2&.dnm=f29e.jpg&.src=ph

Thats awesome! looks even better then I thought. The rims look sweet too.

Now I wonder how my front license plate will attach.

It's 5:10pm and I didn't hear anything from my dealer about a build date yet???

I want my car.. HM! <--- saying that in a kids voice and stomping foot!.. lol

There's no hole in the center ot that front lip?? look at Dmans Sig above and then look at the pic. They changed the lip, looks worse now.

Thanks for the pics by the way, i want to see the interior now, come on , what can i say i'm demanding. :-D


And what's the deal with the Saranfire???

I have a Silver LS Coupe in stock here at our dealership outside of Philadelphia.

If someone can tell me how to add pictures to this thread, I have good pics of it.


First, you need to upload the photo to the Internet. You might want to try something like MSN Photos or even Yahoo! Photos. Once that's done, just click the picture icon in the "reply to thread" window and it'll walk you through the steps. ;)

ok we need more than 2 pics, how about like 2 0, yes 20, any, just more, please i need more pics of that :cssNET:

There's no hole in the center ot that front lip?? look at Dmans Sig above and then look at the pic. They changed the lip, looks worse now.

And what's the deal with the Saranfire???

I think it's just the angle that the shot was taken from, that's why you can't see the lower cutout.


I was also wondering what was up with the saranfire? :lol:

i really dont think the SS in the pic, i know its bad anlge, but don think it has cut outs in lower bumper on the lip of it, please prove me wrong and get better pic OF THAT CAR, thanks

It really looks like there is a lower small cut-out because the line seems to stop in the middle of it.

OH YEAH!!!! I can't wait any longer!!!!

It really looks like there is a lower small cut-out because the line seems to stop in the middle of it.

The LS Coupe that I have has 3 small dimples on the front bumber. You need to drill the holes out for the liscence plate screws.

nice pics lets see the interior!!! :cssNET:

This is great news. My dealer (50 miles from Lordstown) predicted that they'd ship first to the sticks (no offense). Appears he was right.

This is great news. My dealer (50 miles from Lordstown) predicted that they'd ship first to the sticks (no offense). Appears he was right.

Alright, living in the sticks finally pay off. :)

This is such a good day, ever since I herd one guy say 'maybe in June we'll get them' I was so tensed out, but now hope is refilled ! :cssNET: :cssNET: :cssNET:

This is such a good day, ever since I herd one guy say 'maybe in June we'll get them' I was so tensed out, but now hope is refilled ! :cssNET: :cssNET: :cssNET:
Me too. I know some body who ordered one back in Oct.

That was me that ordered baick on October. That is my RedSS!!!

That was me that ordered baick on October. That is my RedSS!!!

Yeah and the bastards sent it to the wrong location. You better hop on a plane and go get it :lol:

me too. it was supposed to go to Colorado!!

how is phoenix arizona the sticks?
there are like 15 different chevy dealers alone.
you guys are just jealous cause we got one of the first

you guys are just jealous cause we got one of the first

Damn right ;)

Damn I can't wait till that baby is in my garage :D

Why is it so dusty? And why is the sunfire in shrink wrap? It already has tags on :lol:

^ ^ ^this is just a guess but i bet he washed it before a show and didn't want it to get dirty, that's the only thing that makes sense.

I am still waiting on interior shots of the production model.

The grille doesn't look quite right on this, either. On all the SS pics I've seen before, there's a diamond-pattern shape to the grille, this one looks like the grill is some bars going across, like the other models. I also kind of wish the SS logo was on the other side (over the supercharged logo) like we've seen on previous pics. Finally, why isn't the exhaust tip chrome? Unless the one in the pic is just covered in dirt...

It looks like the SS Supercharged logo is on both sides of the car. Also, I hope that is just dirt on the exhaust, but it doesn't look likely. I think thats just normal. Like this picture shows here, it seems it would be slightly larger, and not so thin looking:

http://www.chevrolet.com/i/gallery/cobalt/ext_gallery14.jpg

It looks like the SS Supercharged logo is on both sides of the car. Also, I hope that is just dirt on the exhaust, but it doesn't look likely. I think thats just normal. Like this picture shows here, it seems it would be slightly larger, and not so thin looking:



Actually, I meant the logo on the back - in the picture posted above (and in some of the pics in the brochure I picked up), it's next to the word Cobalt. Other pics I've seen online (and in the same brochure) have it on the opposite side of the trunk, above the Supercharged logo.

Like this:

http://media5.motorcities.com/04DIJ370058135A.jpeg

Man the red looks so nice..now idk what i want! :lol:

Man the red looks so nice..now idk what i want! :lol:

I'm glad you can decide! I'm still unsure whether to go red or blue. I have an '03 Silverado in blue right now (it looks almost the same colour), so I may pick red just to have something different. We'll see.. :)

Can't wait for them to come out!!! Now I want the Cobalt SS 272!!! HEHE.

wow, your right. It looks way better to have the SS part on the other side, I totally agree. BTW I'm going to the dealership tomorrow (Saturday) to look at it. I'm going to bring my 4mp Olympus Digital camera and take like 50 pictures. That's of course if they let people see it. I'll call first. Expect a link to lots of pictures soon!!!

PS, I'll get nice interior shots for you all.

wow, your right. It looks way better to have the SS part on the other side, I totally agree. BTW I'm going to the dealership tomorrow (Saturday) to look at it. I'm going to bring my 4mp Olympus Digital camera and take like 50 pictures. That's of course if they let people see it. I'll call first. Expect a link to lots of pictures soon!!!

PS, I'll get nice interior shots for you all.


we'll be waaaiiiiitttting, thanks !

Man that spoiler looks sweet! I think I'll have to get one for the LS I want to get :cssNET:

wow, your right. It looks way better to have the SS part on the other side, I totally agree. BTW I'm going to the dealership tomorrow (Saturday) to look at it. I'm going to bring my 4mp Olympus Digital camera and take like 50 pictures. That's of course if they let people see it. I'll call first. Expect a link to lots of pictures soon!!!

PS, I'll get nice interior shots for you all.

sweeeeet

hmmm...I still might get the pictures, but I called and they said they weren't sure whether they had it anymore. The guy is going to check and give me a call back. I could of sworn he said it was 'zone' chevrolets car or something, and they might not have it anymore. So I'll find out and get back to you guys.

hmmm...I still might get the pictures, but I called and they said they weren't sure whether they had it anymore. The guy is going to check and give me a call back. I could of sworn he said it was 'zone' chevrolets car or something, and they might not have it anymore. So I'll find out and get back to you guys.

So I guess we're not gettin any pics?

Campbell Chevrolet in Bowling Green has a Arrival Blue Cobalt SS and I will reveal the prices! This one has Sunrrof and XM radio as options, MSRP $23,045 Dealer Invoice $21,7158.65

Here is who is getting them next starting East Coast to West Coast and Color:

Ideal Chevrolet, Geneseo NY - Victory Red
Dick Eazor Chevrolet, Brockway PA - Victory Red
Sun Chevrolet, Chittenango NY - Black
Ganley Chevrolet, Cleveland OH - Black
Castriota Chevrolet, Pittsburgh PA - Victory Red
Goldens #1 Chevrolet, Reading PA - Black
Hand Chevrolet-Olds-Volks, Manchester Center VT, Victory Red
Patterson Chevrolet, Winchendon MA - Black
Campbell Chevrolet, Bowling Green KY, Arrival Blue
Bruvkerts Chevrolet, Bunker Hill IL - Black
Parker Banks Chevrolet, De Soto, MO - Black
Chuck Frazier Chevrolet, Glenwood AR - Victory Red
Doug Reh Chevrolet, Pratt KS - Black
Bill Heard Chevrolet, Sugarland TX -Black
Grand Chevrolet, Copperas Cove TX - Victory Red
Circle Chevrolet, Trinidad CO - Arrival Blue
Tappier Motors, Monpellier ID - Victory Red
Don "K" Chevrolet, Whitefish MT - Ultra Silver
Mills-Coopers Motors, Siler City NM - Rally Yellow
Chapman Auto Center, Payson AZ - Victory Red
Cobre Vallet Motors, Globe AZ - Sunburst Orange
Performance Chevrolet, Mountain Home ID - Black
Riverton-Elko GM Superstore, Elko NV - Victory Red
Croppers-Nogales Auto, Nogales AZ - Arrival Blue and Rally Yellow and Vic. Red
Speedway Chevrolet, Monroe WA - Black

THERE YOU GO - Now Get Them!

I don't suppose you can see where the cars are going in Canada?

no one has the car just yet. the car they had was a zone reps car we get them all the time. lucky get a free car every six months. there are some in transit but none have landed at dealers to sell yet .

That's correct - The first one I saw get a VIN# was the Campbell Chevrolet in-transit.. i checked the Delivery status and it's due to arrive march 2nd or on about there.

That's correct - The first one I saw get a VIN# was the Campbell Chevrolet in-transit.. i checked the Delivery status and it's due to arrive march 2nd or on about there.

cobalt chris i called the dealer and thats not even theirs some how it got into the system but that was an ordered car, as soon as it arrives it will be gone, they dont expect to get another one for a few weeks

So I guess we're not gettin any pics?

I'm not sure. I am going to call them back soon, but I have been really busy with work and school. I have this coming Saturday off completely. I'm going to give them a call back about Friday to make sure before I make the trip Saturday. If they do have it definately expect pictures this Saturday.

All are naturally pre-orders, but not all may be sold. Remember, production started on the 16th, they get built, they get VIN#' then they get a price. If any of you want one, the dealer will be glad to negotiate with you (possibly not), and you can place a deposit so NOBODY else does before you - you can do that over the phone. I work mostly with Internet Buyers (shoppers), and have sold many cars before they got here. It is also possible for another dealer to DEALER TRADE, but folks this is a Bread and Butter car for the dealership, so many will not even consider trading... after all it's a car that will DRIVE TRAFFIC and there's nothing more a dealer needs, than traffic.

I don't suppose you can see where the cars are going in Canada?

I just ordered mine yesterday (Arrival Blue, Blue seat inserts, Sunroof - I think that's it for options). The dealer told me they'd ordered a few already, and expected to get them in April. So, it sounds like it'll be awhile. The dealer informed me they're going to the US first, so we have to wait a bit longer.

Fortunately, my lease isn't up til July, so I'm in no hurry (they said they can get me out 3 months early, so if it arrives sometime in May, I'll be all set).

OK, changed my mind. Saw the Orange today, so I switched my order from Arrival Blue Metallic to Sunburst Orange Metallic :)

I just ordered mine yesterday (Arrival Blue, Blue seat inserts, Sunroof - I think that's it for options). The dealer told me they'd ordered a few already, and expected to get them in April. So, it sounds like it'll be awhile. The dealer informed me they're going to the US first, so we have to wait a bit longer.

Fortunately, my lease isn't up til July, so I'm in no hurry (they said they can get me out 3 months early, so if it arrives sometime in May, I'll be all set).

Yeah, my dealership has 2 cars coming on pre-order. Mine is built March 7, and the other is built April 10th. I can't wait!

Maybe you fellow Canucks can tell me whether an LSD is available? I've searched around the forums, but it's hard to differentiate the U.S. info from the Canadian.

where are the interior pics for that red ss????? this thread sucks without them

That's correct - The first one I saw get a VIN# was the Campbell Chevrolet in-transit.. i checked the Delivery status and it's due to arrive march 2nd or on about there.
So I guess you have access to GM Dealerworld....I saw what you saw but I don't see the need to give out the invoice..

Maybe you fellow Canucks can tell me whether an LSD is available? I've searched around the forums, but it's hard to differentiate the U.S. info from the Canadian.

I asked my dealer this, and they tried to find out. I even gave them the code that's been posted here (G85), and they still weren't able to find anything. So, as far as I can tell, the LSD and Recarro seats aren't available for us Canadians. If anyone finds out differently, please let me know :)

It's also worth noting that the package isn't available when you build a car on any of the GM websites (US and Canadian). There isn't even mention of it on the sites. I'm curious if it's really available at all.. :)

Maybe you fellow Canucks can tell me whether an LSD is available? I've searched around the forums, but it's hard to differentiate the U.S. info from the Canadian.

OK, since this was driving me crazy, I've called GM to ask. Someone is supposed to call me back, once she finds out. The number I called was 1-800-463-7483 (Hit 1 for english, 1 for products, then I think it was 2).

Once I hear back, I'll let all my fellow Canuckleheads know :)

So I guess you have access to GM Dealerworld....I saw what you saw but I don't see the need to give out the invoice..

I felt giving out the invoice is no problem at all, since I work with savvy Internet Customers, a few things I do for my customers is #1 Don't BS them, #2 Give them all the details. If someone thinks they can walk into a dealership and buy one of the Supercharged for Invoice, they will be nicely directed back to where they came from, I am sure.

Besides, this information is available and I felt it might show people that this car will not be badly priced. Anytime a dealer hides information, we created a chasms, and that's why I prefer building bridges.

What you see the need for may not be shared by others, but I appreciate the comment.

OK, since this was driving me crazy, I've called GM to ask. Someone is supposed to call me back, once she finds out. The number I called was 1-800-463-7483 (Hit 1 for english, 1 for products, then I think it was 2).

Once I hear back, I'll let all my fellow Canuckleheads know :)
Excellent, thanks!

I felt giving out the invoice is no problem at all, since I work with savvy Internet Customers, a few things I do for my customers is #1 Don't BS them, #2 Give them all the details. If someone thinks they can walk into a dealership and buy one of the Supercharged for Invoice, they will be nicely directed back to where they came from, I am sure.

Besides, this information is available and I felt it might show people that this car will not be badly priced. Anytime a dealer hides information, we created a chasms, and that's why I prefer building bridges.

What you see the need for may not be shared by others, but I appreciate the comment.

In the US, the invoice has to be released by the manufacturer, in canada however, this is not the case. Now all we need is for someone with with GM access to the Canadian invoice to post it on here. ;)

If production for ALL Cobalt Supercharged Started up the 16th in the USA (where all will be made), and nobody here has them yet in the USA - I really do not think Canada has any either. If someone can produce a VIN# on the Cobalt SUPERCHARGED, I'd be a little more than surprised.

If production for ALL Cobalt Supercharged Started up the 16th in the USA (where all will be made), and nobody here has them yet in the USA - I really do not think Canada has any either. If someone can produce a VIN# on the Cobalt SUPERCHARGED, I'd be a little more than surprised.

Try 1G1AP12P957566715


Model Year: 2005
Make: Chevrolet
Model: 1AP37 - Cobalt: Supercharged SS Coupe

Color1: 91U Arrival Blue Metallic Primary Color
Color2: N/A
Trim: 195 Ebony Leather; Blue Insert
Package: 1SA 1SA Option Package
Engine: LSJ ENGINE GAS, 4 CYL, 2.0L, MFI, L4, DOHC, SC, ALUM, GM
Trans: MM5 MERCHANDISED TRANS MAN 5 SPD PROVISIONS

Other: 1SZ DISCOUNT OPTION PACKAGE
CF5 Sunroof, Power Tilt-Sliding, incl Map Lights
FE9 Federal Emissions
R9Z CONTROL SALES ITEM NO.100
SLM Stock Order Identifier
U2K XM Satellite Radio


It's headed to Campbell Chevrolet in Bowling Green Kentucky. Gee, I wonder what esle they have in Bowling Green Kentucky???

It's the only one I see within 500 miles of here, and the only one with a vin.

The MSRP on it is $23,045.

Villain

Man I have toured that Corvette Plant many times and I love it every time I go!

No call-back from GM today, I guess I'll try them again tomorrow. The woman I spoke with was nice enough to leave me her direct extension, so hopefully I can find out something :)

I felt giving out the invoice is no problem at all, since I work with savvy Internet Customers, a few things I do for my customers is #1 Don't BS them, #2 Give them all the details. If someone thinks they can walk into a dealership and buy one of the Supercharged for Invoice, they will be nicely directed back to where they came from, I am sure.

Besides, this information is available and I felt it might show people that this car will not be badly priced. Anytime a dealer hides information, we created a chasms, and that's why I prefer building bridges.

What you see the need for may not be shared by others, but I appreciate the comment.
As you said I dont see the need to offer. If I'm asked that may be a different story but the invoice still is not for everyone.. You are correct about internet buyers being savvy so I guess as the internet guy you have to work a little different then I do..I have to make a living if I dont tell someone the invoice it does not mean I'm "bs"ing them. The Cobalt is a great car if you can build value and show what a superior car this is the people will pay.. we created a chasms, and that's why I prefer building bridges..
What a tired cliche....How long have you been selling cars? The guys who hammer you for below invoice are usually csi nightmares.....The people who understand the value of the car not just the dollars and cents are more loyal and happy... So keep on building value and forget about the invoice and hold back and whatever else they read on the how to buy a car websites..

Try 1G1AP12P957566715



It's headed to Campbell Chevrolet in Bowling Green Kentucky. Gee, I wonder what esle they have in Bowling Green Kentucky???

It's the only one I see within 500 miles of here, and the only one with a vin.

The MSRP on it is $23,045.

Villain
Here is the build out on the first SS SC Cobalt I've seen thats produced for stock.
VIN 1G1AP12P957566715
VEHICLE BUILD
Merchandising Model : 1AP37 -2005 COBALT 2-DR SUPERCHARGED COUPE
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating : 1758 kg (3876 lb) Order Number : HPTRJC
Build Date : 02/17/2005 Build Plant : 157A
OPTION CODES
AK5 - DRIVER & RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS AR9
CF5 - SUNROOF, ELECTRIC C67
DG7 - ELEC TWIN REMOTE SPORT MIRRORS FE5
FE9 - 50-STATE EMISSIONS FQ7
IP5 - INTERIOR TRIM DESIGN JL9 - 4-WHEEL DISC ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
K09 LOD - ASSEMBLY PLANT - LORDSTOWN,OHIO
LSJ MM5 - 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
MU3 NP5 - LEATHER WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL
NT9 - FED EMIS SYS, TIER 2 PHASE-OUT NW5
QTJ RE8
R8X - FLEET GUARANTEED DELIVERY R9Z - POMS EXPEDITE-SOLD ORDERS/TSE
SLM - STOCK ORDERS UQ3 - 6 SPEAKER PERFORMANCE AUDIO SYS
US8 U2K
VM3 - CONSUMER INFORMATION LABEL V73 - STATEMENT OF VEHICLE CERT.-U.S. /CANADA
1SA - OPTION PACKAGE 01 1SZ
19I - EBONY INTERIOR TRIM 195
6AJ - FRONT SPRING 7AJ - FRONT SPRING
8AC - REAR SPRING 9AC - REAR SPRING
91U - PURPLE PEARL METALLIC

91U - PURPLE PEARL METALLIC


purple pearl metallic???? 91U is arrival blue (I don't understand)


R8X - FLEET GUARANTEED DELIVERY R9Z - POMS EXPEDITE-SOLD ORDERS/TSE


Maybe this is why it got out so early. "guaranteed delivery" ???? the expedite - sold order I do understand.

purple pearl metallic???? 91U is arrival blue (I don't understand)



Maybe this is why it got out so early. "guaranteed delivery" ???? the expedite - sold order I do understand.
I saw that too..Thats what they have there..I cut and pasted it without editing..

Cobalt Distribution Plan Overview

Phase I (October 2004 -- estimated January/February 2005 production)

Cobalt distribution will be national
85% of retail production will be for normal allocation
- Dealer allocation quantities (controlled allocation formula) will be based on a blend of 12 months retail Cavalier sales (70%) and low car segment retail registrations in the dealer's market (30%)

15% of retail production will be for STMI
Every Chevrolet dealer will earn a Cobalt within 180 days of the start of production
Phase II (estimated February/March 2005 production and beyond)

Cobalt distribution will continue to be national
85% of retail production will be for normal allocation
- The distribution driver will be 100% Cobalt sales through availability (ADS allocation formula)

15% of retail production will be for STMI


Cobalt Chris can go over this with you guys because he knows what he is talking about. I read many of his post's and he's right on target with them..I also work for a chevy dealer.
I can tell you sales of the sedans are doing well..

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just took delivery of my Black Cobalt Sedan. I Can see why sales of the sedan are doing well, the online pics do the sedan no Justice, but when u see it in person, whole different ballgame. Stereo goes in tomorrow morning. Hopefully the Rims and Tint soon to Follow, Pics coming Very soon, But I'll need one of u Cool Cats to post them for me as I cant post pics. :cssNET:

congrats man!!! cant wait for the pics

I just took a look at the REAL Invoice for the car going to Bowling Green (as I FIRST TOLD YOU) and 91U is Arrivale Blue:

2005 COBALT 2-DR SUPERCHARGED COUPE CHEVROLET MOTOR DIVISION
91U ARRIVAL BLUE METALLIC /L4G GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION
195 EBONY LEATHER, BLUE INSERT 100 RENAISSANCE CENTER
ORDER NO. HPTRJC/TRE STOCK NO. DETROIT MI 48243-1114
VIN 1G1 AP12 P9 57566715 VEHICLE INVOICE 1AD6XXXXXX

So I don't know what you all cut-and-pasted.

In my area, we have about 14 Chevy dealers within 20 miles, including the #1 Chevy Dealer in the Country, so for us, building value is no problem, we sell more Chevy's in our area than any other area in the USA, but we have to compete and sell at, near or under invoice with the In-The-Driveway program where I usually put all my customers, and that is to give them GM Supplier pricing (usually under invoice), simply becuase it get's them the best deal, and puts $150 flat commisions in my pocket versus the $75 and $100 Mini Deals everyone else gets.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating : 1758 kg (3876 lb) Order Number : HPTRJC
Dear God I hope thats wrong...

^^i think that means the vehicle MAX weight...like, how much it can hold...it goes on that little sticker on the inside of the door...

^^i think that means the vehicle MAX weight...like, how much it can hold...it goes on that little sticker on the inside of the door...

Exactly. That is how much weight the chassis can handle. So you, your shit, fuel, friends, etc, better not exceed that.

So you, your shit, fuel, friends, etc, better not exceed that.


:lol: :lol:

OK, I finally heard back from GM. I was told the Limited Slip Diff/Recaro seat package is code W2E, and its called the Recaro Performance Package. The GM rep told me this is a new package and the dealers won't see it in their systems, but it is available.

I didn't get a quote on the price, my dealer is looking into that for me right now. Also worth noting, the GM rep told me Cobalt production for the 05 model year is almost over, which seemed kind of odd to me considering SS production only started a week or so ago. She said I might be better off waiting for an '06 model. With my lease being up in July, that's probably not going to work for me :) Anyway, hopefully they'll be able to add it to my order :)

OK, I finally heard back from GM. I was told the Limited Slip Diff/Recaro seat package is code W2E, and its called the Recaro Performance Package. The GM rep told me this is a new package and the dealers won't see it in their systems, but it is available.

I didn't get a quote on the price, my dealer is looking into that for me right now. Also worth noting, the GM rep told me Cobalt production for the 05 model year is almost over, which seemed kind of odd to me considering SS production only started a week or so ago. She said I might be better off waiting for an '06 model. With my lease being up in July, that's probably not going to work for me :) Anyway, hopefully they'll be able to add it to my order :)

OK, now I have bad news. My dealer phoned Oshawa for pricing info, and he was told the package isn't available in Canada for '05. Even worse, he said there's currently only 400 and some odd SS models slated to be built for Canada, and there's already 700+ orders in the system. He can't even guarantee I'll get one. He was also unable to obtain pricing info for that option for the '06 model year.

As for that little bit about end of production, he said it sounds like production will end in June, they'll get a week off, and start on '06 models in July.

I'm having him call the rep I spoke with at GM now to clear some things up.

OK, now I have bad news. My dealer phoned Oshawa for pricing info, and he was told the package isn't available in Canada for '05. Even worse, he said there's currently only 400 and some odd SS models slated to be built for Canada, and there's already 700+ orders in the system. He can't even guarantee I'll get one. He was also unable to obtain pricing info for that option for the '06 model year.

As for that little bit about end of production, he said it sounds like production will end in June, they'll get a week off, and start on '06 models in July.

I'm having him call the rep I spoke with at GM now to clear some things up.


Sounds like they are feeding you the lines...sorry but I have never heard of a entry level Gm car with this kind of lack of supply and supposedly so much demand...99% percent of the time they have so many sitting on the lots that the dealer practically throws the car at you...dont listen to dealers...there just trying to create hype about the car so when amazingly they are able to get you one your more than willing to pay full price

I just took a look at the REAL Invoice for the car going to Bowling Green (as I FIRST TOLD YOU) and 91U is Arrivale Blue:

2005 COBALT 2-DR SUPERCHARGED COUPE CHEVROLET MOTOR DIVISION
91U ARRIVAL BLUE METALLIC /L4G GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION
195 EBONY LEATHER, BLUE INSERT 100 RENAISSANCE CENTER
ORDER NO. HPTRJC/TRE STOCK NO. DETROIT MI 48243-1114
VIN 1G1 AP12 P9 57566715 VEHICLE INVOICE 1AD6XXXXXX

So I don't know what you all cut-and-pasted.

In my area, we have about 14 Chevy dealers within 20 miles, including the #1 Chevy Dealer in the Country, so for us, building value is no problem, we sell more Chevy's in our area than any other area in the USA, but we have to compete and sell at, near or under invoice with the In-The-Driveway program where I usually put all my customers, and that is to give them GM Supplier pricing (usually under invoice), simply becuase it get's them the best deal, and puts $150 flat commisions in my pocket versus the $75 and $100 Mini Deals everyone else gets.Cobalt Chris,
Go to GMVIS and look at the build....That is what I cut and pasted..Please understand I have access to everything you do..

Sounds like they are feeding you the lines...sorry but I have never heard of a entry level Gm car with this kind of lack of supply and supposedly so much demand...99% percent of the time they have so many sitting on the lots that the dealer practically throws the car at you...dont listen to dealers...there just trying to create hype about the car so when amazingly they are able to get you one your more than willing to pay full price

Maybe, but what's the point in trying to create demand with me? I've already ordered, and I've already priced it out. I'm pretty much paying MSRP minus employee discount.

Remember also this isn't an entry level car. We're talking the SS, not the whole Cobalt line. I can see GM having a bunch of regular Cobalts on the lot, but the SS is almost a whole different car, really.

They'd better have it though. My lease is up in July, and I don't really think there's much else that appeals to me. I was initially thinking about the G6, but when I started to give the Cobalt a chance, it really caught my attention. Maybe they should give me a Saab 9-3 if they can't meet demand :)

Maybe, but what's the point in trying to create demand with me? I've already ordered, and I've already priced it out. I'm pretty much paying MSRP minus employee discount.

Remember also this isn't an entry level car. We're talking the SS, not the whole Cobalt line. I can see GM having a bunch of regular Cobalts on the lot, but the SS is almost a whole different car, really.

They'd better have it though. My lease is up in July, and I don't really think there's much else that appeals to me. I was initially thinking about the G6, but when I started to give the Cobalt a chance, it really caught my attention. Maybe they should give me a Saab 9-3 if they can't meet demand :)


...I would never pay msrp for a new car...especially not an entry levl car...ya ya I know its the SS but you have to remember its just a nicer looking version of the saturn ion redline...which hasnt exactly been flying off the shelves...remember this car is not a corvette z06

...I would never pay msrp for a new car...especially not an entry levl car...ya ya I know its the SS but you have to remember its just a nicer looking version of the saturn ion redline...which hasnt exactly been flying off the shelves...remember this car is not a corvette z06

Well, I'm also leasing, so I'm not exactly paying MSRP.. I don't think there's as much room to fanagle over price as there would be were I purchasing.. and the employee discount knocks about 3 grand off, so I'm pretty happy with what I'd be paying.

F*** Yes! I called back the dealer today and they have the car in the showroom. I'm taking my camera, and I'll take 10000 pictures if they let me. Booyah. They will be up tonight. w00t.

F*** Yes! I called back the dealer today and they have the car in the showroom. I'm taking my camera, and I'll take 10000 pictures if they let me. Booyah. They will be up tonight. w00t.


go Vendian go ! :bow: :)

i also live here in phx az area. a friends brother told me they had one a few weeks ago and i was like no way man there not made yet. guess i will bemaking a trip to the dealership in the morning to look at it. i will take some pics too and post them up here