Vehicle Description
1972 Chevrolet Nova 2 Sedan
349,733 Nova's were built in 1972 and the majority of those were 2
door versions, making them among the most common commuter cars on
the road with millions produced since 1962. These were an American
staple with varying options including three engines which included
an inline 6 250ci, a 307ci V8, and a 350ci V8. These are well
documented cars, many of which were modded over the years, veering
from stock configuration. Factory numbers are found
atnovasource.com
For consignment, a 1972 Chevrolet Nova 2 showing 74,078 miles which
are not actual. This was probably someone's daily driver back in
the day and now benefits from some extensive modifications making
it a build worthy of car shows and one to reserve for special
occasions and fair weathered drives. It pays tribute to the Nova
Rally of which 33,319 were built in '72.
Exterior
Striking Hugger Orange paint glistens with two stage lucidity,
complemented with a black Rally Nova stripe that not only rises
from the back, but shrinks to a point at the front, creating a
visual lift off in profile and continuing around the latch panels
between wonderfully simple rectangular tail lights. Rally Nova is
scripted on the front of the cowl hood over a black grille and
chrome bumper in great condition. A 383 emblem on the side
broadcasts what's under the hood while 15-inch Cragar SS wheels add
an aftermarket aggressiveness with staggered size tires that are no
older than early 2022. The metalwork and paint are in excellent
condition, and we could not find any glaring exterior
imperfections.
Interior
More cleanliness inside as the black door panels with woodgrain
accenting become your portal to the black vinyl split bench seat in
like new condition and the back bench also presents well. The 3
spoke comfort grip steering wheel shares its column with a
tachometer, just in front of the familiar GM horizontal
speedometer, this one going to 120 mph. Vertical vent levers top an
AM/FM/CD radio with an AUX and USB interface and the stock radio is
included with the sale. But the real action is down below where a
four gauge cluster is mounted under the dash to monitor what's
going on on the other side of the firewall. A Hurst shifter rises
from the floor, neatly covered in black loop carpet under the
canopy of a fine looking headliner. The trunk has a rubber mat and
a jack and that's about it!
Drivetrain
A clean and tidy 383ci stroker is up front housing a Comp Cam
XR282HR with .510i/.520e lift and 230i/236e duration @050. Flo-Tek
aluminum heads are onboard while the manifold is topped with an
Edelbrock 650cfm 4-barrel carburetor. The engine exhales through
coated Patriot headers and is put into motion via a Muncie M20
4-speed manual transmission, (with a new clutch, pressure plate and
throw out bearing), sending power to the rebuilt rear 10 bolt and
3.55 gears with Positraction. Power brakes are included as front
discs and rear drums. Of note, the engine bay is spotless and
features polished M/T valve covers.
Undercarriage
Overall stupendously clean underneath with minimal surface rust,
clear knuckles, and only a few drops of oil on the pan, flywheel
cover, and transmission. The big dual exhaust flows from the
headers to a pair of Turbo mufflers before exiting unceremoniously
under the car just before the rear bumper. Suspension here consists
of coil springs up front and leaf springs with Caltracs bars in the
back.
Drive-Ability
The 383 fires up with a mighty roar and the orange X-body makes its
way to the test loop where it demonstrates acceleration and power
on tap, straight tracking and crisp shifts. Did we mention power
steering? Are we deterred by the flat, bench seat? Not at all,
especially knowing our "date" can hang close by. Meanwhile, we note
that we're not getting heat from the vents, but all other functions
on this well-built car work as they should. While Classic Auto Mall
represents that these functions were working at the time of our
test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at
the time of your purchase.
The Rally Nova was primarily an appearance package, and many have
called it a "would be" muscle car. Well, this faithful tribute
brings to life what Chevy could have produced in '71 and '72,
namely, a high performance package with the looks to match. That
rocket launching stripe hints at speed and performance, and this
car delivers in spades. Our consignor tells us there's less than
2,000 miles on the engine, so this car is ripe and ready for a new
owner to fully enjoy.
1X27H2W240657
1-Chevrolet
X-Nova
27-2 Door Sedan
H-350ci 2bbl V8
2-1972
W-Willow Run, MI Assy Plant
240657-Sequential Unit Number
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Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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