1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS Sport Coupe 4-Speed

Description

Introduced for 1966, the Chevy II Nova received a redesign that replaced the earlier compact body with a longer, wider, and more muscular appearance. The new styling helped broaden the Nova's appeal while retaining the lightweight construction and simple mechanics that made the model popular with performance enthusiasts. The light weight and compact dimensions of the Chevy II platform also made the Nova a popular choice among hot-rodders seeking V8 performance in a smaller package.

At the top of the lineup, the Super Sport (SS) added distinctive trim and appearance features to Chevrolet's compact car. The Sport Coupe configuration featured a pillarless hardtop body style without a fixed B-pillar and a sleeker, more formal roofline, while the SS package added bucket seats, a floor-mounted shifter, special badging, and bright trim accents. When equipped with V8 power and a manual transmission, the Nova SS was one of Chevrolet's most performance-oriented compact offerings of the era.

This 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS Sport Coupe is powered by a 327 cubic-inch V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission and a 12-bolt rear axle. Finished in Aztec Bronze Metallic over black vinyl upholstery, the car is equipped with headers, a mild camshaft, tubular front control arms, and 15-inch Cragar wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. Additional features include chrome engine-bay dress-up components.

This 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS Sport Coupe is now offered with an assembly manual, a binder of vehicle information, a jack and spare tire wrench, and a clean Indiana title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• Nova SS Sport Coupe configuration

• 327ci V8 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission

• 12-bolt rear axle

• Finished in Aztec Bronze Metallic over black vinyl upholstery

• 15" Cragar wheels equipped with BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (118376N110446) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet Division

  • 18 – Chevy II Nova SS V8 series

  • 37 – 2-door Sport Coupe body style

  • 6 – 1966 model year

  • N – Norwood, Ohio assembly plant

  • 110446 – Sequential production number

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • STYLE 66-11837 – 1966 Nova SS Sport Coupe

  • TRIM 765-B – Black vinyl bucket-seat interior

  • PAINT M-M – Aztec Bronze Metallic exterior finish

  • BODY 1634 – Fisher Body production sequence

Modifications

• Mild camshaft

• Performance headers and full exhaust

• Tubular front control arms

• 15" chrome Cragar wheels

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

• Chrome air cleaner assembly

• Chrome valve covers

• Chrome shock tower mounts

• Chrome alternator

Servicing & Documentation

According to the seller, the car underwent a refurbishment. An information binder, including an assembly manual, accompanies the sale.

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with use since refurbishment

• Driver-side window crank handle is loose

• Missing spare tire

Ownership History

From the seller: “The car is refinished in its original paint color, Aztec Bronze Metallic, and underwent a rotisserie restoration. It is equipped with a 327 cubic-inch V8, a four-speed manual transmission, and a 12-bolt rear axle. The interior has been restored and remains in good condition.”

This Nova SS Sport Coupe is now offered with a clean Indiana title.

Included Items

• Binder of vehicle information

• Assembly manual

• Jack and spare tire wrench