1970 Chevrolet Nova Rally

Description

There's something special about the third-generation Chevrolet Nova. It just seemed to hit the sweet spot of power, roominess, affordability, and style that made them an icon, and this 1970 example represents it all so well.

The first thing you notice on this coupe is the bright yellow paint. It's the perfect backdrop for the Rally Nova black band that follows a horseshoe pattern, starting at the front fenders and seamlessly runs until it meets on the rear panel. This cool triple stripe just seems to keep pointing the coupe forward. The sporty paint and graphics are an upgrade from its more mundane Classic White original paint, and it's a reflection of this Nova's more athletic attitude. You can see other elements of this in places like the wide horizontal grille, gleaming chrome bumpers, and especially the 15-inch optional Rally wheels.

The 1970s should have just been known as "Black Vinyl," because that's what the best records came on, and the most durable interiors were made of it. The seats, doors, and headliner don't look like they are celebrating 45 years on this earth. The inside really highlights the practicality of this classic coupe. Lots of legroom, and two bench seats mean this actually can seat six comfortably, and there are seatbelts for all. Plus, the power steering and power brakes (discs up front) mean you won't get worn-out taking the whole family on an extended Saturday cruise. But don't be fooled by its domestic appearance. The full set of Sun Pro gauges under the dash are a nice clue to some hijinks available under the hood (these dials for oil, voltage, and temperature also provide vital info too!)

This Nova has the highly desirable 350 cubic-inch V8 mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. This is the correct spec engine size, but this coupe benefits from a younger motor under the hood. It also has been updated with a cool set of valve covers, and matching air cleaner with aggressive red lettering on matte black. In fact, that's the point of a car like this. The 350 small block is not only a motor with great power from the factory, but also it's so well supported in the aftermarket community that there are plenty of affordable parts to get as wild as you like. You can buy this Nova today, and it's turnkey ready to go cruising with a mean-sounding V8 and dual exhaust. But at this affordable price, you will have the option and finances to continue to transform this coupe into your dream tire-smoking coupe/muscle/pro-street machine in the future.

This Nova has the cool muscle car look mixed with practical features and an affordable price. It's the coupe you buy now, enjoy it, and it should only get better for tomorrow. Call now!!