Vehicle Description
Chevrolet obviously did a lot right in 1966. Almost everything the
company produced that year has achieved a wide following that seems
to transcend several generations. Among that line-up, the '66 Nova
claims one of the largest enthusiast followings. That's why
classics like this impressive Chevy II Super Sport never stick
around our showroom for very long. The beneficiary of a detailed
ground up restoration, this crazy cool compact wraps an original
283/2-speed drivetrain in correct Marina Blue 2-stage that's
guaranteed to stand out in the sea of Regal Red Chevys. So, if you
love a nice, factory-spec car, but favor aesthetics that command
attention, enjoy the best of both worlds by grabbing this national
award-winning Nova!
CLASSIC GOOD LOOKS
Residing with the same loving owner for almost 30 years, this
authentic V8 Nova Super Sport is the beneficiary of a meticulous,
1.5-year restoration that began with all the car's panels being
stripped to bare metal. Those panels were carefully layered in
correct Marina Blue base and sealed in glossy clear. And today,
this retro chic coupe rolls as one spectacular piece of iconic
American muscle that's poised, polished and innately appealing! At
the front of the car, a straight grille hangs a classy "CHEVY II
SS" badge between a mirrored bumper, amber parking lamps and
stainless-trimmed headlights. Above that grille, a finned hood
anchors a simple Chevrolet crest in front of clean glass, polished
wipers and polished stainless frames. At the sides of that hood, a
modernist profile centers small fender emblems, ornate quarter
scripts and traditional door handles between straight wheel trim, a
polished bowtie mirror and correct Super Sport rocker guards. And
at the back of the car, correct Super Sport trunk trim hangs
red-detailed badging between vertical tail lamps, a power antenna
and a second mirrored bumper.
TURBO-FIRE POWER
Toss the hood and you'll find 283 cubic inches of hot Chevrolet
small block! Oxygen and fuel enter the legendary mill's combustion
chambers through a painted and decaled air cleaner, stainless fluid
lines and a spry Rochester carburetor. Below that carb, a sea of
brilliant Chevy Orange paint covers the block from its cast intake
all the way to its stamped oil pan. At the back of that intake, a
reliable points distributor shoots spark through eight Packard TV R
Suppression cables. Below those cables, cast iron heads hang
hardened valve seats over a .030 overbore and a hydraulic, flat
tappet cam. At the front of those heads, a Delco-topped battery
complements a beefy Harrison radiator. And naturally, those
components are seated in a crisp, Flat Black frame.
NO BOLT LEFT UNTURNED
Under this impressive X-Body you'll find a fully sorted chassis and
solid floorpans that, like the car's glossy exterior panels and
brilliant engine, have been restored to very high standards. At the
center of those floors, a smooth Powerglide 2-speed streams torque
to a familiar 10-bolt axle that spins big, 3.73 gears. Holding that
stellar drivetrain in place is a fully rebuilt suspension that
mixes old school manual steering with proven drum brakes. Exhaust
flows from cast iron manifolds to aluminized pipes and brash turbo
mufflers. And power meets the pavement through 14-inch steelies,
which twist 185/75 Sentry Deluxe Classic All Season radials around
correct Super Sport hub caps.
UNIFORM APPEAL
Open this second generation Nova's solid doors and you'll find a
correct Blue interior. That restored cockpit is centered on fresh
vinyl seats. At the front of those thrones, a crack-free dash hangs
rebuilt telemetry next to a correct Delco AM radio. At the base of
that dash, color-keyed carpet floats a flashy console around a
traditional chrome shifter. At the sides of that carpet,
stainless-trimmed door panels add a little visual pop. And the
driver turns a body-matched steering wheel.
Combining timeless aesthetics with a great drivetrain and a
rock-solid restoration, this national award-winning Nova is the
ideal car for cruising AND showing. And if you're in the market for
some choice muscle with an unbeatable combination of style and
performance, it's a perfect candidate for your next classic!
HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic V8 Chevy II Nova Super Sport that's benefitted from a
detailed ground up restoration
Awarded Platinum honors from Eckler's Chevy Classics Club
Awarded Gold honors from the National Nostalgic Nova Club
Awarded Silver honors from the National Nostalgic Nova Club
283 cubic inch Turbo-Fire V8
Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission
Mostly-original sheetmetal
Correct Marina Blue paint
Correct Blue bucket seat interior
Restoration photos
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can ship your new classic anywhere in the world
