Vehicle Description
Ultra-clean Nova with smart upgrades. Potent 350 cubic inch V8 with
4-speed manual transmission. Upgraded front suspension with
rack-and-pinion steering and disc brakes. Nice original-style
interior. A very cool Nova that delivers big performance in a
right-sized package.Automakers finally realized in the 1960s that
taking weight out was the same as putting horsepower in. That meant
that the compact Nova (or Chevy II) could run with some pretty
serious hardware without the need for big block engines that fouled
up the handling. Instead, the Nova became a bit of a sleeper, and a
well-driven V8 Nova was probably the kind of car that had Corvette
drivers nervously looking over their shoulders. This handsome 1967
Chevrolet Nova is just such a car?a great performer that uses a
reasonably-sized package to deliver big fun. The beautiful paint
isn't quite root beer and isn't quite copper, but there's enough
metallic in it to make it glow and look sophisticated. That works
with the car's low-key styling to make this one subtle but
eye-catching. The sheetmetal is fantastic with laser-straight
panels and great gaps that suggest a lot of time and effort were
invested to get it looking its best. There's no extra chrome or
flashy trim, just a simple, purposeful car that reminds us why
these have been so popular for decades. The bright grille, chrome
bumpers, and stainless window surrounds are in excellent condition,
and the glass is clear all around. This is a really nice car.The
interior doesn't stray too far from the original recipe, either.
There's a wide bench seat upholstered in factory-style pleated
black vinyl and fresh carpets on the floor. It also includes
OEM-style door panels and handles, as well as a new dash pad. The
4-speed is topped by a Hurst cue ball shifter that just looks
industrial with the bench seat, a look we like a lot. The factory
gauges have been replaced by a full set of Auto Meter dials that
cover all the vitals (don't worry, the tach works?that's just how
it parks when you shut off the ignition). There's also a tilt
steering column to which the original wheel was fitted, so it has a
factory stock look that really helps with the sleeper attitude. The
radio is a modern digital AM/FM unit that slots into the original
AM radio's spot and looks almost like it was born there, a nice
touch. There's also a good-sized back seat that'll handle
real-sized passengers, making this a bit of a practical toy. And,
of course, the trunk is giant and has been finished with correct
spatter pant and a vinyl mat.The engine says '327' because that's
all that was available in 1967, but it's actually a 350 cubic inch
small block that's a bit more muscular than the original. It's a
CRE-coded 1970 block from a 350/300, so it's no slouch, and it's
topped by a 4-barrel carburetor, there's a street-friendly cam
inside, and 'double hump' cylinder heads are Chevy-speak for
'performance.' It's properly dressed in Chevy Orange with a few
dress-up items to make it look its best. There's also an HEI
ignition system, a big aluminum radiator, and a set of headers that
help with breathing. You may also notice that there's a surprising
amount of room around the engine?that's because the car has been
fitted with a custom crossmember that eliminates the shock towers
and provides a modern A-arm type suspension. That crossmember also
includes rack-and-pinion steering that's just effortless even
without power assist, and there are disc brakes for safety. The
4-speed manual gearbox snaps through the gears with authority and
we believe there are 3.55 gears in the heavy-duty 12-bolt rear end.
A rumbling dual exhaust system features Flowmaster-style mufflers
for a great soundtrack and terminates in polished tips under the
rear bumper. Finally, there's a new gas tank hanging out back,
along with a set of monoleaf rear springs and fresh shocks all
around. Floors and rockers are super solid with no issues, and it
sits on a proper set of Torque Thrust style wheels and 215/70/15
radials that look almost new.The Nova is probably more fun than
many of its bigger siblings simply because it's so tossable. When
the road starts to twist, the Nova stays with you and delivers more
than just straight-line acceleration. This car, with its smart
modifications, is a great balance of old-school fun and modern
performance and it certainly looks beautiful going down the road.
If you've been looking for a great Nova, this one deserves a closer
look. Call today!Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes
personal or professional inspections of any vehicle in our
inventory prior to purchase.
