A Chevrolet SS sedan has been stolen from a dealership in Washington, making news in automotive circles both because of the vehicle’s theft-target status among enthusiasts who appreciate it and because of the rarity of the model that was discontinued after a relatively brief production run. The Chevy SS, an Australian-sourced rear-wheel-drive performance sedan that was sold in the United States for only a few model years, has developed a devoted following that has caused its market prices to rise significantly since production ended. Its theft from a dealership is particularly notable because the model’s rarity and collector status creates complications for the owner’s ability to find a comparable replacement.
The theft of collector and enthusiast vehicles from dealerships has been an increasing challenge for the industry, as the combination of high values and limited production numbers makes these vehicles attractive to theft rings that have specific buyers in mind before the vehicle is ever stolen. The Chevy SS is distinctive enough that its reappearance in the used market should trigger recognition among the enthusiast community, and investigators are hoping that network of knowledgeable enthusiasts will help track the stolen vehicle’s movement. Law enforcement has been in contact with Chevy SS owner registries and clubs to alert them to the theft and request assistance identifying the vehicle’s whereabouts.
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