Chevy Sonic Boom concept headed for production?

[Sonic-Mike]

Chevy Sonic Boom concept headed for production?

Chevrolet took a brace of Sonic concepts to the 2011 SEMA show, among them four variations on themes from the Z-Spec parts bin, the Super 4 Racer for the track, and a brazen red hatch called the Sonic Boom. Based entirely around a 4,000-watt Kicker sound system, the Sonic Boom contains a high-tech head unit controlling components designed with a jet theme, and a report on the Chevrolet Sonic forum indicates it's headed for production.

There aren't many details to share, other than that Chevy has reportedly applied for a "Sonic Boom" trademark, but ChevroletSonicForum.com says their GM sources tell them that a planned retail version will take a step down from its 4,000-watt progenitor. Chevrolet has already admitted it wants to create a model selection that puts the Sonic into niche markets, and with a deep trough of Z-Spec add-ons, even as a concept the Sonic Boom doesn't appear to be too far from production-ready.

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[RIZNOSS]

I want that grill!!!

 

[Sonic Boomer]

Pretty sweet, but I suspect the price tag (and what appears to be not much ground clearance) will leave me happy with my current Sonic choice.
I wonder if they will really tie the audio system to the custom paint job, trim around the headlights, etc.
But the more variations they bring to market, the more after-market options we will have to choose from! I just hope Chevy is choosing options that prove popular!
This seems like a pretty unique gamble on Chevy's part. Have other cars had a version which centers on the audio system?
There are plenty of cars tricked out like this, but is it a matter of buying the product or a matter of DIY bragging rights? No doubt both play a part. I guess if Chevy can offer it at a price not too far from what it costs to retrofit the car, they will have a winner.

 

[BoG233]

I want the head light bazils

 

[leaky]

Putting a decent sound-system in a stock car is a great idea, although for the $$ you know an auto manufacturer isn't gonna do it right.

By the time everybody takes their cut you are gonna get $500 in cheesy upgrades as a $1500 option.

Aftermarket is the way to go on a sound-system.

Jon

 

[wingman]

Agreed, it will not be worth it for the audio side of the Sonic boom. Aftermarket for audio. You can piece together a better system for half of what they would charge. But the exterior is tight. I really want that kit. Curious to see a price. Its rumored (from my dealer) that the z spec kit will be around 2g's.

 

[Master P's Theater]

Official word at one of the other sites says this car is a no-go as far as production.

Sonic Insider - Official Word:The Chevrolet Sonic Boom "Concept"

 

[theenico]

Official word at one of the other sites says this car is a no-go as far as production.

Sonic Insider - Official Word:The Chevrolet Sonic Boom "Concept"

It's articles like that which have kept me from returning to that site. It took them over three paragraphs to basically say nothing.

 

[Master P's Theater]

It's articles like that which have kept me from returning to that site. It took them over three paragraphs to basically say nothing.

I dunno. I thought it was cheeky enough. Seems all they're saying is the car is not happening.

 

[AlphaJaguar5]

It's articles like that which have kept me from returning to that site. It took them over three paragraphs to basically say nothing.

I see you don't like to read. You must be a republican.

 

[theenico]

I see you don't like to read. You must be a republican.

Nah, not a republican, but I'm also not a 30 something wannabe hipster with girl pants, keds, and a fixie bike.

 

[Max Power]

It's articles like that which have kept me from returning to that site. It took them over three paragraphs to basically say nothing.

I like this site and that site. This site has some more people on it, but the other Sonic site has some cool stuff on it. I use both every day.

 

[AlphaJaguar5]

Nah, not a republican, but I'm also not a 30 something wannabe hipster with girl pants, keds, and a fixie bike.

Truth. But even fat girls need love.

 

[Master P's Theater]

Nah, not a republican, but I'm also not a 30 something wannabe hipster with girl pants, keds, and a fixie bike.

Dude, make up your mind. Do you a.) hate the writing? b.) hate hipsters or c.) hate democrats? Suffice it to say we'll assume you don't shop at Urban Outfitters.

 

[theenico]

Definitely A and B.

Gotta say I'm independent in regards to C. Don't like or dislike either D's or R's. I do, however, find our current 2 party system and electoral college seriously flawed.

 

[Master P's Theater]

Definitely A and B.

Gotta say I'm independent in regards to C. Don't like or dislike either D's or R's. I do, however, find our current 2 party system and electoral college seriously flawed.

Good. Now that we've got that out of the way, tell us about your Scirocco(s).

 

[AlphaJaguar5]

Definitely A and B.

Gotta say I'm independent in regards to C. Don't like or dislike either D's or R's. I do, however, find our current 2 party system and electoral college seriously flawed.

I <3 you. The two party system is retarded.

 

[AlphaJaguar5]

Good. Now that we've got that out of the way, tell us about your Scirocco(s).

That sounded dirty. Why don't you tell us about your Scirocco first?

 

[Master P's Theater]

That sounded dirty. Why don't you tell us about your Scirocco first?

Not before you post a picture of you in your ION sporting an ascot, driving gloves and houndstooth cap.

 

[theenico]

It's always better with pics.

The project / keeper is a white 85. It has all the normal OEM+ goodies like Euro bumpers, headlights, close ratio gearbox, etc.

It will be getting a heart transplant from the silver 16V which has 2.0 16V from an early 90's Passat.

This last one was my daily driver for three years before I got the Sonic. The photo is a little old. Don't have many of it. It is now a parts car / storage shed.