Vehicle Description
This 1967 Chevy Nova would look great no matter what you did with
it, but even the original version can't compete with the amazing
street machine it has become. LS1 Conversion an agile suspension,
and stunning black paint all work together to create one of the
cleanest, meanest Novas we've ever seen.
The minimalist shape of the Nova can be traced to its origins as an
economy car, but when everything is done to show standards, it
stands out as something special. The sheetmetal is so tight it
appears stretched over the Nova's chassis, and the single character
line that stretches from nose to tail seems to visually make the
car seem longer and lower than it really is. The slick black paint
is simply spectacular, with a miles-deep finish that only hours of
tedious hand sanding can achieve. Good panel alignment also
contributes to this car's almost intangible good looks, along with
a brilliant shine that's a result of a good color sand and buff.
All the original trim remains intact, but on a Nova there isn't
much, just nicely finished chrome bumpers front and rear, a simple
grille up front.
In some ways, the interior was restored to stock condition. There
are new factory-style seat covers on the front bucket seats, the
carpets and door panels are reproductions, and the shifter lives in
a factory center console. Upgrades like the Dakota Dash, AM/FM/CD
stereo head unit, and 6spd shifter give it a modern flair that's
the essence of the Pro-Touring movement. An original steering wheel
is the right choice in a vintage muscle car like this, and there's
a fully functional back seat for some friends who probably won't
complain about the accommodations.
Big power in a little package was the Nova SS calling card from day
one, and with 350 cubic inches of LS thunder, this one carries some
serious blasting powder under the hood. This isn't just some lazy
truck engine, but a torque-happy street assassin that perfectly
complements the Nova's compact size and agile handling. Dual
electric fans and an electric water pump keep it nice and cool
under any circumstances and we like the minimalist look of the
engine bay. Custom sheetmetal inner fenders are made possible by a
trick front suspension that includes a custom subframe and
rack-and-pinion steering for great steering feel. A built t-56 6spd
speed manual transmission provides an overdrive gear for easy
cruising and four-wheel disc brakes were added as a precaution
because that LS1 flings this little car around pretty easily. The
suspension has been lowered, so it hunkers down just right over
those beautiful polished Riddler wheels which wear staggered 20-
and 18-inch performance radials.
Nut and bolt show quality restoration
LS1 5.7L 350 CI Crate motor
T-56 6-speed
Moser Fab rear end
C5 Corvette brakes
Slotted and drilled rotors
Riddler wheels 20x10 and 18x8
Custom 3" Mandrel bent exhaust
Heidts Pro Touring rear suspension
CPP front suspension
Power rack and pinion
Ididit column
Dakota dash
Wicked fast and fully sorted, early Novas don't get much nicer than
this beautifully built hardtop. Call today!
South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square foot classic and specialty
collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle
is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US
Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards
Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40
Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes
North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently
accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including
New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US
Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our
website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856)
521-0832. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us anytime for more
information or to come to see the vehicle in person.
