2007 Chevrolet HHR Panel Van Debuts

DETROIT — Perhaps Chevrolet was thinking of the quirky Scion xB, or maybe the division's designers had in mind some of those snazzy SEMA derivatives of the early Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Whatever the inspiration, the new 2007 HHR Panel is aimed at drawing additional traffic when it begins arriving in Chevy showrooms in early 2007.

Chevrolet says the HHR Panel is designed for both commercial and private users, with windowless side panels, rear cargo doors in place of conventional rear doors, and a flat load floor, plus additional under-floor storage.

"It's great for delivery companies and other small businesses, but we think auto enthusiasts will love it, too, as it gives them a large canvas on which to express their individuality," says Chevy boss Ed Peper, with his usual understatement.

The HHR Panel goes into production in the first quarter of 2007 and will be marketed in LS and LT trim levels with a choice of 2.2- and 2.4-liter four-cylinder engines.

Steel inserts replace the side windows on the HHR Panel. In the rear, cargo doors open wide via a dashboard release button. Because it is intended as a delivery vehicle, the HHR Panel comes with standard seating for two.

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