Chevrolet Nova

Up On Blocks Nine Years: 1975 Chevrolet Nova

The fourth and final generation of the rear-wheel-drive Chevrolet Nova arrived in 1975. It would continue to sell well until 1979, when it was retired to be replaced by the all-new front-wheel-drive Citation. The seller’s 1975 coupe (not a… more»

V8 Hardtop Project: 1967 Chevrolet Nova

The popular Chevrolet Chevy II/Nova fell on hard times sales-wise (in a way) in 1964 with the advent of the Chevelle. It was a mid-size car that was available for not much more money over Chevy’s compact. The car… more»

77k Mile 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 350 Survivor

With the number of Novas that have already been modified, it’s refreshing to find one that hasn’t gotten tampered with, even if it’s a basic model.  However, that goes at least double when the car is an original Super… more»

Roller Restomod? 1979 Chevrolet Nova

The industry’s most successful compact, the Chevy Nova, ended its 18-year run in 1979. That’s after nearly 4.7 million copies had rolled off the assembly line. The seller’s edition from that last year seems like it was rather unassuming… more»

1963 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova Project

“Restoration started.” We all know what that means. It sounds better than “restoration stalled.” Who knows what happens when someone starts on a project with huge enthusiasm and then loses interest halfway through? This desirable 1963 Chevrolet Nova coupe,… more»

Rebuilt 283: 1965 Chevrolet Nova

We see our share of Chevrolet Novas in SS form crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and it is always refreshing when one of the “lesser” models appears for us to review. This 1965 Nova is an excellent example… more»

Fun Driver: 1969 Chevrolet Nova SS 350 4-Speed

Although originally conceived as an affordable compact, the Chevrolet Nova had developed muscle credentials by the time this SS rolled off the line in 1969. Apart from the wheels, this classic is a genuine survivor featuring all of its… more»

Fun Driver: 1963 Chevrolet Nova 350

I typically prefer my classics unmolested, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t admire cars like this 1963 Chevrolet Nova. It possesses an almost sinister appearance, an impression heightened by the 350ci V8 hiding under the hood. It is… more»

Real SS? 1969 Chevrolet Nova

Some classics raise more questions than they answer, and such is the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Nova. The seller believes that it might be a genuine SS, but with no documentary evidence available to support that belief, the… more»

2 for 1 Projects: Pair of Chevrolet Nova Drop-Tops

When Chevrolet introduced the Chevy II/Nova in 1962, it was everything the Corvair wasn’t. It was a conventional compact with the water-cooled engine sitting up front. It was more like the Ford Falcon, and the two vehicles would dominate… more»

Super Sleeper Sedan: 1970 Chevrolet Nova

Some enthusiasts go to great lengths to make sure their high-performance auto also looks fast and intimidating, even when sitting still, but those who opt for the sleeper appearance have a totally different mindset.  They choose a somewhat ordinary… more»

Basic Wheels: 1977 Chevrolet Nova

The fourth generation of the Chevy Nova (1975-79) was its last as a rear-wheel drive vehicle, yet it was as popular as the cars that preceded it. Chevy cancelled the Nova to make way for the FWD Citation, which… more»

Former I-6 Roller: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

The Chevrolet Chevy II/Nova was likely the best-selling during its long run from 1962 to 1979. The generation built between 1968 and 1972 is especially popular today because of the cloning potential to turn one into a Super Sport…. more»

6-Cylinder Project: 1970 Chevrolet Nova

This 1970 Chevy Nova likely began life as a “Grandma” car. It has the right power equipment for that assumption (250 cubic inch inline-6, 2-speed automatic transmission, drum brakes). After 140,000 miles, it still runs, though the seller says… more»

Swan Song Project: 1979 Chevrolet Nova

The popular Chevy Nova compact wound down in 1979 after 18 years. The successful rear-wheel-drive car was scheduled to be replaced in 1980 by the front-wheel-drive Citation (which turned out not to be a huge step forward). The seller… more»

Two-Owner Barn Find: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

This 1972 Chevy Nova has been in a barn for 25 years. It’s a two-owner vehicle that the seller got out of an estate sale along with several other vintage cars and trucks. The compact runs well off a… more»

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