1966 Chevrolet Nova

INTRODUCTION: This Nova absolutely nails the look! The stance is dead on, the wheel and tire combination is perfect, and the color has an incredible rich finish that grabs attention everywhere it goes. But its more than just a pretty face. The moment you slide behind the wheel, grab the 5-speed shifter, and let the clutch out, you immediately appreciate what this car is really about. The Blueprint LS stroker delivers serious horsepower, and the upgraded chassis transforms the driving experience with modern performance, handling, and confidence. Its the perfect blend of classic muscle car attitude and contemporary performance engineering.

EXTERIOR: Looking at this car, it has it going on! The stance and wheel combination are just right. Ive always thought the 66 Nova had a tough, masculine body style, making it the perfect platform for a hot rod build. This one in particular is absolutely straight with nice body lines and no signs of rust or damage showing. Its been repainted in a beautiful metallic burgundy color with a lustrous, smooth, glossy finish. Overall, the chrome and trim are bright and shiny throughout. The windshield has been replaced, while the original glass has been tinted. Completing the look is an aggressive wheel and tire setup with RC Components wheels: 17 inch skinnies up front and 15 inch fatties in back, all wrapped in fresh Mickey Thompson tires.

INTERIOR: It has been restored while keeping that cool vintage vibe intact. The seats have been recushioned and upholstered, and it also features reproduction door panels, headliner, and visors. The gauges are especially neat because they appear stock at first glance, but once illuminated you realize theyre actually RetroTech digital gauges, giving you modern functionality with a factory look. Theres also a retro style stereo mounted in the factory location. Down between the bucket seats is a new reproduction console with a 5-speed shifter sticking out of it, reminding you this classic has some modern performance built in as well.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT: At the heart of this beast is a Blueprint built LS 408 stroker pumping out an impressive 585 horsepower and 540 lbs. of torque! Its loaded with performance internals including a forged crank, roller cam, and aluminum heads. Sitting on top is a fabricated intake with a custom cold air tube feeding the engine. One of my favorite details is the vintage style Chevrolet script valve covers, giving this modern powerhouse a nostalgic muscle car appearance. The front of the engine is decked out with a premium CVF billet front runner serpentine system featuring polished brackets, a mini air conditioning compressor, modern alternator, and power steering with a remote reservoir. Stainless headers help this stroker breathe while delivering an aggressive exhaust note. It uses a Wilwood master cylinder for the braking system and stays cool with a large aluminum radiator and dual electric fans. Custom inner fenders give it a clean finished appearance, and it also features support bars running from the firewall to the frame to improve rigidity and handling.

TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Under the trunk lid and jamb, the finish is smooth and glossy like the exterior. Inside is solid metal and features a custom cut carpeted mat for a clean finished appearance. The gel battery has been relocated to the trunk giving the engine compartment a cleaner look.

UNDERSIDE: The chassis and suspension have been completely reengineered to give this car the feel of a modern sports car. Up front is a Checkered Racing subframe with tubular control arms, adjustable coilover gas shocks, and rack-and-pinion steering for precise handling. Welded in frame connectors tie the body together to help eliminate flex and improve stability. In back, it features relocated mono leaf springs with Funk houser sliders, tubular traction bars, and double adjustable QA1 gas shocks for maximum traction and tuning capability. The custom dual exhaust system with stainless Borla mufflers delivers an aggressive performance sound. The fuel system was replaced and upgraded for the fuel injected motor. Disc brakes at all four wheels provide confident stopping power. Looking up at the engine, youll spot an aluminum Holley oil pan and a high torque starter. The Silver Sport transmission package includes a Tremec TKX 5-speed manual and hydraulic clutch, sending power through a custom driveshaft to a heavy duty Quick Performance 9-inch rear with 4.30 posi gears. The floors are solid throughout and protected with a light undercoating.

SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected, test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for sale.

CONCLUSION: This one is definitely built for the driver. Whether youre launching through first gear or effortlessly cruising in fifth, youll find yourself taking the long way home every chance you get. The power, the sound, and the upgraded handling make every mile an experience. And when you finally do reach your destination, be prepared for the crowd that gathers around it. The stance, the color, and the overall presence of this Nova are guaranteed to earn compliments everywhere it goes.

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Air conditioning
Fuel injection
Power steering
Rack n pinion
4 wheel disc
9 rear 4.30 posi
Retrotech gauges
Bucket seats
Console
Retro stereo
RC wheels
MT tires