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I was gutted about missing out on the SSD when it was available but I have read some people think the Imperial Shuttle is one of the best sets released.
Another plus in the SSD box is that it possibly displays better. I.e.can fit nicely along on long shelf rather than needing vertical clearance as well and the constant risk of the shuttle getting knocked over.
Also, I have a Shuttle in a storage locker I have never got ground to building. I worry that when I do eventually get my hands back on it and open it, all the bricks could have yellowed. Not even sure if bricks can yellow in an unopened set, but it's worth considering that additional gamble if going with the shuttle.
I also have an (unopened) SSD. If I had to keep just one, I'd probably got for the SSD due to its sheer epicness and the points mentioned above. The downside is that it's another big star wars box of light bley.
The build is dull (3 similarly constructed wings) but the end result is great. Get the Shuttle.
Both are great sets and both looked good on display in my lounge. Of the two, the SSD was the one that garnered the most positive comments from visitors - normally along the lines of "insert expletive of choice, is that Lego?!" All other conversation was halted until they'd had a good look round, and to be fair, at 4' long it does makes an impression.
The Shuttle is the better 'scale model'. The landing position doesn't really show it off to its best and I thought it looked most impressive when in flight mode on its stand and against a black background to disguise the stand.
If I had to pick one, I'd go for the SSD. As Lego spaceships go its a big one, but will fit in a display space about 40cms deep. People are impressed you can build something that large from Lego because it exceeds what most of us achieved or saw as kids. There are plenty of options for extra greebling or detailing if thats your thing and it took longer to build than the shuttle so better bang for buck. To be fair, you will not be disappointed with either, I enjoyed both, but the SSD stayed out on display for a year longer than the shuttle. Enjoy your dilemma!