Thread: Novas

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The Nova, Chevy II and Acadians were available in many configurations. Many were just plain transportation to people and were 6 cyl. variations of 2, 4 door sedans and stationwagons. the first generation cars could also be had in hardtop and convertibles which were sporty looking. In 64 the V8 became an option. 65 saw the beginning of performance. 66 had the fabled L79 327-350 hp engine option available. the next generation was a continuance of a variety of models and performance engines which included big blocks. Special order copo cars and some dealers and specialty shops were building very high performance packages(Gibb, Yenko, Baldwin Motion, etc..) that were the ultimate. The next generation were not as performance orientated although they were/are open to be so. Because these cars could be ordered and used as "soccer" cars doesn't mean that they are those cars. You could order a 66 sedan for example from the factory with a L79, 4 speed and 12 bolt rear end. Looked plain but as fast and quick as anything out there.The Taurus had only one performance engine(Sho) but it's not that great and would still be considered a "soccer" mom's car. In essence the Nova could be a soccer mom's car but that could be one hell of a ride.