Vehicle Description
This 1969 Chevrolet Nova Yenko Deuce tribute is part history
lesson, part sleek build, and all muscle machine. So dig deep into
the correct details on the performance V8, four-speed, and the cool
upgrades that makes this a worthy one to pay homage to the Yenko
name.
The Yenko Deuce was a short run of coupes designed to fly under the
radar of insurance premiums. Well, as long as your insurance agent
didn't see it in-person. After all, the bold Burgundy Wine paint is
the kind of vibrant upgrade that instantly attracts attention.
There's also nothing understated about the special stripe package
that starts at the headlights and runs the full profile until it
meets at the trunk for a very fitting "Y" on this Yenko (those
super-straight doors make it look like an unbroken line down the
profile.) Plus, there are the stipes on the hood and a graphic
proudly announcing that the Deuce has arrived. You have more great
classic elements, like the premium vinyl roof and chrome bumpers
that shine like mirrors. And adding to both the performance look
and the shine are the 15-inch REV torque thrust-style wheels.
The black vinyl roof is a preview of the all-black interior.
There's a tidy feeling of investment with crisp door panels, nice
carpeting, taut headliner, and recently recovered seats all making
this feel inviting. It has a terrific classic look, right down to
the AM radio that's still cranking out tunes. But what you'll
really love is how this is setup to be a driver's machine. That
means a Hurst floor shifter, power steering, auxiliary gauge trio
cleanly mounted under the dash, and large tach mounted on the
steering column.
The secret to the Yenko Deuce was that it had a 350 cubic-inch V8.
You could get that from the factory, and so these were designed to
sneak past the insurance man. Except in true Yenko fashion, there
was serious performance built into the small block. And this one
upholds that tradition correctly. The motor is bored .40 over, has
double hump head, a Holley Dominator hi-rise intake, and topped
with a Holley four-barrel carburetor. This enhanced V8 fires up
with gusto, and the Hooker headers add even more power while also
contributing to the rumble of the very straight dual exhaust. And
the four-speed manual transmission means you are in complete
control of the thunder and fury this motor produces. You have a
12-bolt Positraction rear end with 3.73 gears for confident
taker-offs. And there's an upgraded tubular control arm front end
with front disc brakes for added control.
Complete with restoration photos, this is a well-done and fitting
tribute to one of the most interesting chapter in the Yenko
history. So don't let this deal slip away, call today!
