Vehicle Description
SUMMARY
The beneficiary of a ground-up restoration that was completed in
2016
383 cubic inch Chevrolet V8
Tremec 5-speed manual transmission / Hydraulic clutch
Custom leather interior / Modern audio
Vintage Air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
Heavily upgraded suspension
10-bolt rear axle
Cloth top / 17-inch Boyd Coddington wheels
When it comes to current automotive trends, nothing's hotter than
the pro-touring movement. Pro-touring's blend of vintage style and
modern performance creates undeniable appeal that's literally
changed the face of the marketplace. And, sporting an awesome
combination of old school swagger and thoroughly modern
underpinnings, this sweet Nova follows the pro-touring formula
perfectly. As the beneficiary of a thorough, ground-up restoration,
the car has been completely reworked to include a massaged chassis,
a hot small block, a tough Tremec 5-speed and incredible,
chrome-laden aesthetics. If you want a hot classic that utilizes
great technology to create an unforgettable driving experience,
check out this killer Chevy II!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Sealed in rich red 2-stage, this slick drop-top is the beneficiary
of a detailed, ground-up restoration that wrapped in late 2016. In
addition to near-perfect alignment, the car's svelte body features
show worthy aesthetics that are the direct result of new trim, new
emblems and fresh chrome bumpers. And those striking details have
been carefully married to a collection of surfaces that is much
nicer than anything that rolled out of the factory. At the front of
this Chevy, a guarded bumper founds a stainless grille between
clean parking lights and large headlamps. Behind that grille, a
familiar Cowl Induction Hood leads the eye to like-new glass, which
is caged in polished trim, polished wipers and tight tan cloth. At
the sides of that glass, a whittled profile hangs textured rockers
and painted trim spears between polished mirrors, traditional door
handles, a polished fuel cap and a full array of ornamentation. And
at the back of the car, a second bumper reflects a silver valance
that's bordered by ornate tail lamps.
ENGINE
Toss this pro-touring restomod's hood and you'll find 383 cubic
inches of mean Chevy small block that, thanks to a 2017 rebuild,
twists stout 9.8 to 1 compression into a solid 425 horsepower. At
the top of that body-matched mill, a reusable, X-Stream-style air
cleaner funnels wind through a coated Holley 4-barrel, which is
sequenced to braided Earl's fuel lines and a coated, mechanical
pump. Under that carb, a polished intake feeds lightweight aluminum
heads, which hide quality roller rockers under polished,
Chevrolet-branded valve covers and a polished, Chevrolet-branded
breather. At the back of those heads, a Comp Xtreme Energy cam
twists a proven HEI distributor, which bounces spark through
pliable Packard plug wires. At the sides of that cam, coated
long-tube headers make quick work of charred dinosaurs. At the
front of those tubes, a chrome serpentine drive frames a coated
water pump with a chrome alternator and a chrome AC compressor. And
in front of that drive, a polished AutoRad radiator cycles water
around quick-spinning puller fans. Virtually every facet of this
Nova's fresh engine bay, which frames chrome hinges, chrome brace
bars and a chrome hood latch with mirrored fenders, a mirrored
block off plate and mirrored hood inserts, exists to maximize the
car's performance and appearance. And items like chrome horns,
polished fluid reservoirs, a chrome brake booster, a polished
radiator support and a chrome-trimmed wiper motor illustrate a
strict regard for details.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Behind the 383, a hydraulic clutch kicks a fresh Tremec 5-speed,
which spins a familiar 10-bolt axle. That spirited drivetrain rides
a massaged suspension that's supplemented with a Heidts front-clip,
beefy subframe connectors and adjustable air shocks. That
suspension is steadied by power rack-and-pinion steering.
Power-assisted stops are provided by two discs and two drums. Spent
gases traverse aluminized tubes and aggressive Flowmaster mufflers.
And torque meets the pavement through attractive Boyd Coddington
alloys, which spin 215/45R17 Starfire WRs in front of 215/50R17
Kenda Radials.
INTERIOR
Between the doors you'll find a stylish leather interior that, like
the outside of the car, uses traditional elements to polish modern
presentation. Retrofitted seats stretch tight leather hides under
GT40-style grommets. In front of those seats, a padded dash centers
direct-fit audio between Omega Kustom telemetry and Vintage Air
climate control. Under that dash, a full-length console stashes the
car's fuel gauge behind a booted Keisler shifter. And in front of
the driver, a polished and leather-wrapped steering wheel laps a
tilting column.
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES
Component literature
Two sets of keys
Not even a full year out of the restoration shop, this Nova is
ready to be driven, shown and enjoyed in any way its new owner sees
fit. Featuring a stout small block, an updated chassis, an
overdrive transmission and a healthy list of great amenities, the
car is right at home tackling the turns OR swaying the show. If
you've been eyeing the pro-touring movement patiently waiting for a
unique, incredibly appealing classic, anticipate no longer!
