History In 1990, Chevrolet introduced a high-performance variant of the GMT400 under the Super Sport emblem called the 454SS. It was available only as a 2WD half-ton regular cab short box in Onyx Black only with a garnet red interior. The 454SS was powered by a 454 cu in V8 producing 230 hp and 385 lb·ft. A 3-speed automatic transmission (Turbo Hydra-Matic 400) and 3.73 rear axle ratio added to the truck's performance. The axle itself is unique, being a 14-bolt semi-floating unit which uses standard Chevrolet 5 on 5-inch wheels, the only factory-produced 14-bolt axle with such a wheel bolt pattern. The suspension was also upgraded with 32 mm Bilstein gas-filled shock absorbers, a 32 mm (1.3 in) front stabilizer bar, and 12.7:1 fast-ratio steering gear assembly. Unique exterior features included a front air dam with fog lights, special rims, decals displaying "454SS" on the bed sides, red trim emblems, and black painted grille, bumpers, and mirrors. The interior was also unique with a special plush Garnet Red cloth with black trim, high-back reclining sport bucket seats, and center console. Options & Features The 1990 Chevy 1500 P/U 454 SS we have at Skyway Classics has a 3 speed automatic. This truck is too good to be true. Nice paint with only low miles. Body is straight as straight can be. Full power, tilt wheel, AM/FM/Cassette radio, NEW A/C compressor,& dual exhausts. The MSRP of the 1990 model was US$18,295 with a $550 destination charge. A total of 16,953 units were sold over the 4 years the 454SS was in production, with 1990, the first year of production, selling 13,748 units alone. The 454SS was discontinued after the 1993 model year. Availability This 1990 SS454 Truck we have here at Skyway Classics has always been kept in a heated garage & never smoked in. Add to that it drives & handles as good as it looks. So give us a call at 941-254-6608. We also finance! Check out our financiers here at https://www.skywayclassics.com/financiers In the meantime, check out the vehicles on our Skyway Classics blog here at https://www.skywayclassics.com/blog
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