The SS Group A SV existed primarily as a homologation special, created specifically so a racing optimised version of the Commodore could be utilised for Group A touring car motor racing. In fact, the regulations set down by the international governing body FISA at the time required a minimum of 500 road-going versions.
The SS Group A SV was a special homologation model, designed specifically to create a racing-optimized version of the Commodore for Group A touring car motor racing. The regulations set by FISA (the international governing body) at the time mandated a minimum of 500 road-going versions.