LS1-Powered 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova Sport Coupe Restomod

Description

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The 1966 Chevy II Nova represented the first year of the model’s second generation, continuing its reputation as a practical, stylish alternative to Chevrolet’s full-size offerings. Originally designed to challenge Ford’s Falcon, the Chevy II lineup included two-door, four-door, and station wagon body styles in varying trim levels.

For 1966, the Nova received more muscular styling, including a one-piece grille, different headlight bezels, and aggressive side panels. The result was a sharper fastback look that still stayed true to its squared-off design. Under the hood, buyers could choose from an economical inline-six or step up to the 283ci and 327ci V8s. And there was also a 350-horsepower Super Sport model, which made the lightweight Nova a force to be reckoned with.

This 1966 Nova started life with a V8, and now is even more powerful with a fuel-injected 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine and overdrive transmission. Its body was reworked, accented with a custom hood, then refinished in clear coated black paint. It rides on a modified lowered suspension system and features four-wheel disc brakes. And it’s dressed in a high-end interior wearing custom seats, door panels, and headliner with a unique central waterfall that continues into the finished trunk.

Highlights 

• High-quality, refreshed ’66 Nova wearing a modern drivetrain and interior 

• 5.7-liter Chevrolet LS1 V8  

• 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive 

• 9-inch rear end with limited-slip differential  

• Heidt’s front end with rack and pinion steering 

• Adjustable 4-link rear suspension with coil over shocks 

• Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors 

• Refinished in black 

• Custom dark red leather interior 

• Air conditioning 

Modifications 

• Refreshed brightwork and chrome with custom “Nova LS” badges 

• Cowl induction hood 

• 17 and 18” Billet Specialties wheels wearing 215/40ZR17 front, 285/35ZR18 rear tires 

• Smoothed firewall, custom engine cover, and upgraded hood hinges 

• Headers and dual exhaust system 

• Aluminum radiator with electric fan system 

• Custom front bucket seats, door panels, and headliner, with bucket-style rear seats 

• Custom full-length center console with integrated cupholders and switches 

• Tilt steering column with Billet Specialties steering wheel 

• AutoMeter 120-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temperature, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Billet automatic shifter 

• Power steering and power windows 

• Kenwood AM/FM/CD stereo with rear deck speakers under custom grilles 

• Custom finished trunk with central waterfall feature continued from rear seat 

Known Imperfections 

• Hairline paint cracks at bottom of both A pillars 

• Paint scratch at bottom rear of driver side door 

• Steering wheel aluminum worn

Ownership History

• This 1966 Chevrolet Nova is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of December vehicles.

• This vehicle is offered with a clean Florida title.

Included Items 

• Battery maintainer

Additional Information

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