What is this new Chevy HHR option AA5?
AA5 is an option that deletes the side quarter windows, replacing that area with a solid metal panel. AA5 stands for “Solid Rear Quarter Panel”.

What HHR models can I order option AA5 on?
Option AA5 can be ordered on any 2008 HHR Passenger model. LS, 1LT & 2LT.

Why offer this option?
AA5 gives the HHR passenger model an even more “Retro” look. This option also gives the Chevrolet Dealer another HHR choice to attract more consumers to the franchise. In addition, certain areas, like New York City require a rear seat to drive on Parkways. This option allows the Chevrolet Dealers to sell to small fleet, commercial & small business owners. AA5 provides “Panel model looks” but with front and rear door glass.

Does this option change the cargo capacity?
No, with or without AA5 the cargo capacity stays at 57.7 cu. ft. with the rear seat folded.

Does the rear seat remain?
Yes, the only thing that changes is the replacement of the two rear quarter windows with steel panels. The current Passenger model interior remains as it is today, including the rear seat that folds flat.

Does this option alter the current 5 STAR safety rating?
No, the quadruple 5 STAR safety rating remains intact. This continues to make all HHR models the safest small utility vehicles on the road today.

Are there any option restrictions when ordering AA5?
No, all current free-flow option can be ordered with option AA5.

When will option AA5 be available for ordering?
Ordering open up August 30, 2007
When will vehicles begin to arrive at the Dealers?

HHR’s with option AA5 will start to arrive at Dealers in late September.
Anything else?

Don’t forget that all 2008 MY HHR’s come with standard OnStar & Tire Pressure Monitoring. 2LT models even get standard Stabilitrak.

What does the HHR Passenger model look like with option AA5 (Rear quarter window delete)?
A picture is worth a thousand words.

This is from GM Dealer world
http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=54777

 

looks good..

 

Heck, I checked out what the SS was going to look like when we bought the Sport Red in July and didn't like it cause I like the retro look but if I had known about this I would have waited!

 

Looks good! Thanks for the info solman.

 

and on the build and price from chevy.com (where you STILL cant build and price an hhrss)

SOLID REAR QUARTER PANEL Rear quarter panel (AA5) $0.00

 

I like that look. I like the color too! Of course I'm predjudiced though!

 

I should have waited. I love that look. Dark Gray Metallic, rear window delete, ebony cloth, blacked out wheels, 1LT pkg w/ a 2.4 and auto trans. Yep, that would be the one for me.

 

I like it.... The panel version has no rear seats and it's really dark inside without the four rear windows.
This one has a unique "cool look" to it.

Clare

 

That looks pretty cool...especially for those that would take advantage of that rear panel with paint customizing or something.

 

Looks nice, I would like to drive one to see what it would do to the visibility...