Vehicle Description
1974 Chevrolet Nova Custom Sedan
It's the classic cautionary tale about the pitfalls of doing
business in foreign countries that can be found in hundreds, (if
not thousands), of books about marketing: General Motors introduced
their Chevrolet Nova model of automobile into a Spanish-speaking
market, then scratched their heads in puzzlement when it sold
poorly. GM executives were baffled until someone finally pointed
out to them that "nova" translates as "doesn't go" in Spanish. The
embarrassed automobile giant changed the model name to the Caribe,
and sales of the car took off. As the facts prove this is indeed a
tall tale, however it lives on in internet infamy.
For consignment and ripe for the picking here at Classic Auto Mall,
this Dark Green Metallic 1974 Nova Custom sedan, a 3 owner car,
well preserved and a very juicy morsel of Detroit metal and
sculpting from our inventory. Purchased new by our consignor's
father's cousin, then with the father purchasing the car in 2006,
it has been treated to the same care as the original owner; it has
always been garage kept and used as a daily driver for many a year.
In 2019 our consignor's father passed away, and since his passing
our consignor has installed a new master cylinder, new points, a
new battery and was recently treated to a fresh oil change. With
straight steel panels, nice chrome, beautiful interior and factory
14-inch wheels we can have you green with envy, and ready to turn
the key and go off into the sunset albeit!
Exterior
From its single headlight on either side upfront, silver egg crate
grille with outboard marker lights, shiny trim surround and nice
bumper below we are firmly planted in 1974 bowtie muscle, the
beginning of the end of an era. Straight Dark Green Metallic
painted steel minds its gaps and presents with a miles deep finish
and is bedecked on the side panels with a black and chrome dressed
rub strip. A few chips, scuffs and touch ups are noted in the
finish and we see some slight rust bubbling on the arches of the
rear fender lips. Chromed window trimmings add a nice contrast to
the dark green, and all the glass is crystal clear. Hovering above
is a fully covered black vinyl roof that shows as nearly new and
tear free. For 1974, smooth long nicely descending B pillars frame
the rear glass, and seamlessly melt into the trunk deck. The
overall side view has great lines and bringing up the rear is a
rounded back roll pan with wrap around bumper and tail lighting
just above. On all 4 corners are 14-inch steel wheels with standard
Chevrolet wheel covers wrapped in thin whitewall radials. A period
correct bowtie car that has received plenty of attention and care
over the years.
Interior
A swing of the doors and black vinyl molded vinyl with chrome
levers and cranks and a horizontal door pull show up as straight as
arrows on these door panels. Turning our attention to the interior,
we see a low back split bench seat with fuzzy black broadcloth tuck
and roll patterns on the lower and upper cushions. These show with
a bit of color loss and fading, and deviate in material from the
trim tag stated perforated vinyl. This is in front and a nice black
full vinyl bench in back all float in a nice calm clean sea of
black carpeting. Above in front is an original configuration dash
direct from GM and hovering above is a cracked black padded topper.
Fronting the dash is the original 2 spoke steering wheel and an
aftermarket AM/FM/Cassette radio is fitted into the factory radio
location. Above is a nice tight headliner, which presents as
new.
Drivetrain
Pop the hood and within the unrestored engine bay is a V8 engine in
350ci form. It is painted Chevrolet orange/red on the block and
valve covers. The air cleaner cover is the factory single snout
glossy black unit covering a 2-barrel carburetor that feeds the
fuel and air to the mill. Power goes rearward through a TH350
3-speed automatic transmission. On the back is a 10-bolt rear axle
assembly.
Undercarriage
A mix of heavy surface rust and black paint as far as the eye can
see. Minimal patina and road dirt is noted, and we see a fairly
shiny single exhaust with a stock style muffler snaking its way
rearward past independent coil spring front suspension, and leaf
spring rear suspension. Drum brakes are noted all around and our
consignor has recently installed a new master cylinder to ensure
safe stopping.
Drive-Ability
My partner in crime decoder and resident car expert, (why do you
think I sound so knowledgeable??!), loves late 60s and early 70's
muscle so he took it for a spin and returned with just a smile on
his face! He reported snappy acceleration, good handling and all
functions working just fab, however he did notice a pull to the
left when applying the brakes.
A juicy example of the Nova, now with an original drivetrain, a
snappy black interior, a known history and a beautiful deep end of
the pool exterior painted surfaces. Years of diligent care that all
work well together, so if you are into turning a key and no
wrenching required this one is prime fruit.
1Y27H4W127812
1-Chevrolet
Y-Nova Custom
27-2 Door Sedan
H-350ci V8 2bbl
4-1974
W-Willow Run, MI Assy Plant
127812-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 74 1XY27-1974 Nova Custom 2 Door Sedan
BDY W071453-Willow Run Body #
TR 754 A52-Black Perforated Vinyl Split Bench
PNT 49B-Dark Green Metallic, Black Top
09D-4th Week September
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.