1977 Chevrolet Nova Coupe 3-Speed

Description

The 1977 Chevrolet Nova Coupe marked the third year of the fourth-generation Nova, produced from 1975 to 1979. It was built on GM’s X-body platform, and featured a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and a 111” wheelbase. Its 196” body wore a long, flat hood, a squared-off front fascia with dual rectangular headlights, and a chrome grille. And its straight body lines, laid-back windshield, and sloping roofline were an aggressive, modernized take on the third-generation Nova’s styling.

With the 1970s oil crisis top of mind, Chevrolet’s economical 250ci inline-six was a popular choice with buyers. This torquey engine was fed by a single-barrel carburetor and produced 110 horsepower. Transmission options included a three-speed manual or Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic, and the driver shifted gears in a comfortable interior featuring bench or bucket seats, a color-coordinated instrument panel, and many convenience and power options.

Refinished in orange with a white roof and plaid cloth upholstery, this example shows 50,700 miles and is powered by a factory 250ci inline-six paired with a three-speed column-shifted manual transmission. This Nova is now offered in Arizona with owner's manuals and a clean Wyoming title in the seller’s name.

Highlights 

• 250ci Chevrolet inline-six, factory rated at 110 hp and 195 lb-ft. of torque 

• 3-speed manual transmission with column shifter 

• Refinished in orange with white roof (originally (11U/78L) two-tone white/orange)  

• Light Buckskin plaid cloth interior

Factory Equipment 

• 14” wheels wearing 195/75 Firestone tires 

• Front disc, rear drum brakes 

• Independent front, leaf spring rear suspension 

• 80-mph speedometer and fuel level gauge

• AM radio 

• The chassis number (1X27D7K122994) decodes as: 

  • 1X – Nova 

  • 27 – 2 Door Coupe  

  • D – 250ci inline-six 1BBL 

  • 7 – 1977  

  • K – Kansas City, Missouri assembly plant 

  • 122994 – Sequential production number 

Servicing & Documentation 

• 2024: Change oil with new synthetic oil and filter, drained tank and added fresh fuel

Known Imperfections 

• Some paint scratches noted

• Crack in the windshield 

• Crack in the right B-pillar louvers 

• Some rust on undercarriage components 

Ownership History

This 1977 Chevrolet Nova Coupe was acquired by the seller in 2020.

Included Items 

• Owner’s manuals 

• Spare tire and jack 

Additional Information

The seller states, “This car was an heirloom from the original owner, who was a family member. It sat covered in a garage for over 30 years until I got it running in the fall of 2024.

It has only been driven 200 miles to and from a car show, where it won the best original class out of about 200 cars. It is all original: nothing has been replaced, and no modifications have been made.”