1971 Chevrolet Nova SS

Description

The muscle car era was over, at least the way it was in the 1960s. Insurance premiums skyrocketed for pony- and intermediate-sized cars over 350 cu-in, which made the 1971 Nova Super Sport a smash hit.

The 1971 Chevy Nova represented an evolution in Chevrolet’s compact car, which began a significant redesign in 1968. The Nova was built on a stretched 111 inch wheelbase, nearly matching the midsize Chevelle coupe in size but retaining the compact car label. Unique to the Nova was its front subframe assembly, a departure from other manufacturers who integrated the front suspension with the bodyshell. This design, which housed both the powertrain and front suspension, was similar to GM’s full-sized vehicles and was first introduced in the Chevrolet Camaro. By 1971, the Nova offered various configurations, the flagship choice being the Super Sport powered by the iconic Chevrolet 350 small block. This powerful yet compact V8 propelled the Nova SS with 270 SAE Gross horsepower advertised, and is noted for its performance, ease of tuning, and reliability.

This award-winning, fully restored 1971 Nova SS shows how 70s muscle is done.

Highlights

• Offered with 81,640 miles which are believed original

• Ground up restoration with all GM parts

• Best of Show at the North Carolina Auto Fair

• Second runner-up at the Nova Nationals

• Numerous regional and local awards

• Powered by a 350 cu-in V8 featuring:

  • Winters intake manifold

  • Holley Double Pumper carburetor

  • 9.5:1 compression pistons with GM heads

• Four speed Muncie M20 manual transmission

• The chassis number (114271W146773) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • 14 – Nova, V8

  • 27 – 2 door sedan

  • 1 – 1971 Model Year

  • W – Willow Run, Michigan, assembly plant

• 146773 – Sequential production number starting at 100001

Features

• New springs, fuel and brake lines, and gas tank

• Satin powder coated core support, interior fenders, upper and lower control arms, front bumper brackets, and subframe

• Hooker Super Competition headers

• Flowmaster mufflers on dual exhaust

• Corvette LT1 valve covers

• 11 inch stock clutch with 621 bell housing

• GM 12 bolt 3.73 Posi-traction with Moser axles and welded tubes

• Power front disc brakes

• Black bench seat vinyl interior

• Heavy duty suspension

• SS emblems

• Special SS steering wheel

Known Imperfections

• Small spot inside the trunk that can only be seen if the trunk is open

Ownership History

The consignor has owned this 1971 Chevrolet Nova SS 350 for the past nine years and has only driven it to local cars and coffee events.