[SSS]

Question for you Aussie experts, when SS shows up stateside will we be able to order aftermarket goodies for the Commodore that will be compatible with the SS?

 

[chevypwr]

From how I see it, as long as it's not RHD specific, you should be fine. I don't see why it wouldn't work and why we wont be able to order them.

 

[jat63]

The closer to the firewall the more likely brake & air con pipes may interfere depending which side they are fitted, also no matter what we have here the prices on the us market will always be better, the walkinshaw kit is 19k fitted with factory warranty, their is no price for supply only, the us market will do much better on price for this much gear

 

[Commodoreman2000]

Unless of course your talking things like the body armour to protect the front clip, mirror caps, black fender vents etc. I don't know whether Chevrolet will sell these little extras however purchasing them direct from Australia should not be too difficult. As to cost it will depend on exchange rate and shipping.
I have seen a few things pop up on ebay too. Will have a look later to see what I can dig up on ebay.

 

[black magic]

Has it been discovered if the axle-back exhaust from the VE will fit on a VF?

 

[brianch]

not everything will be compatible. but there should be certain things that will be.

only time will tell... and some trial and error of course.

 

[SSS]

Saw the post Commodore made in another thread about accessories, sport stripes would really do the SS well, might consider them...

TBH i have a feeling the aftermarket for SS stateside is not going to be as deep as the Aussie one.

 

[Big Block Meister]

Saw the post Commodore made in another thread about accessories, sport stripes would really do the SS well, might consider them...

TBH i have a feeling the aftermarket for SS stateside is not going to be as deep as the Aussie one.

The stripe do well maybe they could come up with something over here. Black and red works well.

 

[chevypwr]

A vinyl package would be cool, but it would have to look clean, much cleaner than what we're seeing here.
For now I rather keep the body vinyl free until i see something that really looks good.

 

[Commodoreman2000]

You can get a pair of genuine fender vents in Black off of eBay starting from about $55 Au to $95 Au
Fender Vent Surrounds Phantom Black VF Commodore SS SSV SSV SV6 Pair | eBay
Theres a few things on eBay

Genuine Black ******* spoiler is about 200 Australian
VF Commodore Sport LIP Spoiler KIT IN Phantom Black Colour Genuine GM Brand NEW | eBay

 

[rbSS]

Shouldn't the fairly large G8 aftermarket (performance mods anyway) bolt right on? Especially GXP parts

 

[black magic]

That is where I am going with the question regarding the exhaust. It would be nice if the car arrives in the US with an aftermarket already stocked on some interchangable parts. Then again, I could see some manufactures creating a new part# as well as new "adjusted" price for the SS.

 

[SSS]

That is where I am going with the question regarding the exhaust. It would be nice if the car arrives in the US with an aftermarket already stocked on some interchangable parts. Then again, I could see some manufactures creating a new part# as well as new "adjusted" price for the SS.

I'm thinking if the SS shows up with an X pipe setup like the Camaro SS and Z06 have had for years you wont need an aftermarket exhaust. You hear what the Z sounds like when you bypass the baffles? Its simple as yanking a fuse...

 

[black magic]

You hear what the Z sounds like when you bypass the baffles? Its simple as yanking a fuse

Are you saying that the SS comes with a bi-mode exhaust such as the Vette?

 

[RobertHammen]

Actually with 60% of components changed, I wouldn't necessarily assume that exhaust or suspension components will be compatible. I'm sure the path of exhaust piping has changed somewhat on VF in comparison to VE...

 

[Commodoreman2000]

When is SEMA held? I know Walkinshaw were going to display stuff there I think. Alot of Aftermarket companies that are reputable should already have stuff in the works for the SS. Whiteline should definitely have stuff ready to bolt.

 

[Diehard]

When is SEMA held? I know Walkinshaw were going to display stuff there I think. Alot of Aftermarket companies that are reputable should already have stuff in the works for the SS. Whiteline should definitely have stuff ready to bolt.

SEMA Show takes place November 5 - November 8, 2013 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

 

[SSS]

Are you saying that the SS comes with a bi-mode exhaust such as the Vette?

I'm saying IF... There hasn't been much info floating around regarding... Any of you Aussie boys know if SS will have a bi-mode exhaust like the Vettes?

 

[ozstrat]

This was the response from Walkinshaw in Oz to a question about VE, VF exhaust compatibility.

Originally Posted by jat63 View Post
Question for walkinshaw, is the exhaust system the same between VE & VF
Members want to know if the current G8 systems on the US market will fit the SS

"Haven't seen underneath the US version, but i cant see a reason they wouldn't just bolt straight up".

 

[jat63]

I'm saying IF... There hasn't been much info floating around regarding... Any of you Aussie boys know if SS will have a bi-mode exhaust like the Vettes?

Their is only one member here who could answer your question about a bi-mode exhaust depending on where he works on the production line, Holden do not use the US system on AU cars. All thanks to our gov't carrying handbags at work.

Should not be very long now before US mags dissect an SS in their review