Trans Am Worldwide To Introduce Modern-Day Chevelle Called The 70/SS
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Trans-Am Worldwide, the Florida-based manufacturer behind the sixth-generation Chevy Camaro-based Pontiac Trans-Am recreation, will debut its modern-day take on the iconic 1970 Chevelle SS this month.
Dubbed the 70/SS, this new model from Trans-Am Worldwide will be styled to look like the ’70 Chevelle SS, but will feature modern-day tech and creature comforts. Like the company’s modern Pontiac Trans-Am, the 70/SS will likely be based on the sixth-generation Chevy Camaro.
1970 Chevelle SS in the GM Heritage Center
Trans-Am Worldwide says it will offer three trim levels from launch, along with four different performance packages. The entry-level powertrain setup is a naturally aspirated 6.2L LT1 V8 rated at 450 horsepower, which is the stock engine offered in the Camaro, while the range-topper will be a forced induction LSX 454 good for up to 1,500 horsepower. Both manual and automatic transmissions will be offered.
Every 70/SS produced will be a convertible with an optional removable hardtop. The company says it will offer a variety of heritage colors inspired by real 1970 model year Chevelle colors, along with various modern day gloss and metallic options.
Trans-Am Worldwide founder Tod Warmack said the company will soon start work on a complete redesign of their existing Pontiac models and has now turned their attention to the 70/SS.
“We’ve been building the modern-day Trans Am for 12 years—several hundred on two different platforms,” he said. “It’s time for a complete redesign, so the Trans Am is on leave until we reintroduce the new design. We’re now focusing all of our efforts and resources on the 70/SS. The timing of this release could not have been better.”
Trans-Am Worldwide Hurst Bandit Edition
Pricing for this new Chevy-inspired model will start at $150,000 and go up from there. The order books will open immediately after the vehicle’s debut on Saturday, May 14th at 4:00 pm EST. The unveiling will be live-streamed on Trans Am Worldwide’s YouTube channel.
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Another rich person vehicle.
And to think my ’70 396 was purchased new by an 18 year-old fresh out of high school. How very far this country’s fallen thanks to economic globalization (among other things).
Ou812
Keep it
Anyone have a 150k I can borrow? Inflation is killing me man!!!
Better act fast before Camaro is cancelled!
If fools keep paying these ridiculous amount of money for hunks of steel that used to cost 22hundred bucks brand new outta the show room! What it gets harder to make wheels go round the smarter and more experienced we get?? Bunch of meatpuppets with all dollars and no sence!!!! 150 grand for a chevy!!! Well I guess if you stay bent over with your pants around your ankles, your gonna get screwed!! GO TEAM!!
Agreed!!!!!!!!!
You know, dynacorn classic bodies already builds brand new 70 chevelle bodys. Call me crazy but they could build a chevelle chevelle instead of a Camaro chevelle.
I can’t think of a greater slap in the face to vintage American musclecar and ponycar fans (and Americans period) than brand new manufacturer licensed Dynacorn bodies Made in China!!!
But wait, they’re “assembled” in Camarillo. Thanks but no thanks.
Bah! Give me a 69′ Plymouth VIP with a 383, or a 69 Imperial coup with a 440…
It would be nice to have one but that tag is crazy you could find one .
Will Trans AM Worldwide be coming back with a new season anytime on Motortrend ? It was my favorite show. Those brothers built some bad ass machines.
You can bet it’ll be one sexy b*tch
GM – Gruesome Murderer – Killed Pontiac…
GM also Killed Oldsmobile, Saturn and tried their hardest to Kill Opel and Lotus. Presently GM is Killing Cadillac and Buick, both should be gone shortly, then GM can get back to it’s core business…
Killing Americans.
Sorry but the original Chevelle couldn’t handle or compete against these custom cars. They are outdated the brakes the steering the suspension are not comparable to what’s used today. I love the old muscle cars but would get smoked if put up against one of the cars being produced today. The 60’s n 70:s muscle cars were fast but lacked today’s standards n bet your old Chevelle’s don’t have airbags no matter how big motor you have in it. Just cause it’s not for everybody cause of price shouldn’t be slammed there’s people who can afford it. Cant imagine what you people think of someone who spends 3 million on a Bugatti. They could have 40 pickup trucks or 6 lambos but they took one Bugatti . Stop hating cause you can’t afford one.
Even a base model 6-cylinder ’70 Chevelle kicked the $h!t out of a Conestoga Wagon. So what’s your point?
You cannot compare over half century old technology to modern technology. What makes these cars so desirable is they represent high automotive art within the context of their time. Enough so that Trans Am Worldwide believes they have a viable market selling new ones for $150K.
Somebody who spends 3 million on a Bugatti is shamelessly ostentatious and for the price could’ve had a small warehouse full of high-grade vintage survivor musclecars which would make them a whole lot more likeable and relatable if they’re even slightly concerned about popularity.
The overriding point is the ’70 Chevelle SS put greatness in the hands of the people. Sure, anybody with palletloads of money can buy into greatness today, but that’s the antithesis of progress. In our current demented and evermore imbalanced society, the focus is on creating high-profit over-the-top gas swilling p3nis enlargers for the Elite and pushing common people ultimately into autonomous electric ride sharing pods. For the “environment’s sake”.
This isn’t about jealousy. This is about quantifiable regressive trends negatively affecting the buying power and standard of living of everyday Americans and folks have every reason to be pi$$ed about the rich getting richer while the rest find themselves increasingly on the outside looking in. And having to explain it to tone-deaf people like you.
I dont have $hit
For sale Camaro RS Z28 1969 all documentation oh, orange black rally stripes Penske crossram
160k
We need a remake of the ICONIC 1957 Chevy
I had a 72 $$ and after seeing all the trashy renderings I might as well just sit down at my drafting table and sketch a Killa myself ! 🤘🏽👽
Too Bad We can Never Have 58 thru 69 Chevy Impala.. Not like the Modern SS Impala.. Like the Ol Skoo Classic Find or Smooth Lines or Smooth looking 63 front n Rear. Just a Remake with the Same Iconic Look. Since so many of the Classic wonders are lost to the World. With so Many few Still Remain and Immortalized in Garage warehouse or barn by our Grandparents or Parents generations.
I owned a Chevy Chevelle, 396, four speed from 1970 to 1973. It was dark blue with the same color vinyl top and a white interior. What a BEAUTIFUL car it was!!
I owned a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 with a four speed manual transmission from 1970 through 1973. It was a dark blue with white racing stripes, a dark blue vinyl top and a white interior. What a beauty! I sure wish I had it today. I would not sell it !!