In 1968, Chevrolet introduced the third generation of their Chevy II Nova compact platform, which gained a longer wheelbase and sported a fastback design similar to that of the slightly larger Chevelle. By 1970, the ""Chevy II"" label had been dropped from the model name and a 350 cubic-inch V-8 engine with 300 horsepower had been shoehorned into the chassis via the optional Z26 ""Super Sport"" package. Though well over 250,000 Novas were produced by Chevrolet for 1970, just 13,991 orders received this package - which turned the stylish, if somewhat mundane compact fastback into a proper muscle car.
This yellow over black vinyl 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS was completed at Chevrolet's Ypsilanti, Michigan plant and delivered new to the original owner, Doris Jordan of Toccoa, Georgia, via Meridith Chevrolet of Lavonia, Georgia on November 1, 1969. She retained the Nova for over 40 years and drove it to 50,000 miles before selling it to her best friend who drove it another 2,000 miles. Subsequently it was acquired by a classic car dealership, then purchased by its current owner in 2018. Currently the car shows only 64,866 on the odometer.
An attractive well-equipped and highly original example, it was specified from the factory with the SS package, Strato bucket seats, console, radio and vinyl top. An aftermarket air conditioning system was fitted to the car in 1972 and is still in place. The current owner upgraded the radio to a retro Custom Sound stereo with Bluetooth that fits into the original dash perfectly without modification. Also added is a custom console with cup holders that does not interfere with the factory installed floor shifter and housing. Under the dash are mounted new Equus gauges that monitor volts, temperature and oil pressure. Additionally, a new Rostra cruise control system has been fitted.
Highlights: Fully documented real SS Nova Matching 350 cubic inch, 300 hp L48 engine Believed Original TH350 automatic transmission Factory bucket seats Factory floor shifter Original-style 14-inch sport wheels Recent paint and mechanical sorting Power front disc brakes Power steering Factory window sticker and build sheet
Under the hood of this Nova SS is factory in appearance with the original matching number L48 ""Turbo Fire"" 350 cubic inch, 300 horsepower V-8 mated to the TH350 automatic transmission that send power back to a 12-bolt positraction rear end. Recently replaced items include numerous front suspension bushings, new windshield, new paint, gas tank, Pertronics ignition and more. Factory power steering and power front disc brakes make this classic a pleasure to operate. Documents included with the car are the factory window sticker, build sheet, Protect-O-Plate, owner's manual and a binder full of receipts and other documents related to the car.
Rare, documented, highly optioned, low miles and in exceptional condition, this highly desirable 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS checks all the right boxes for any collector searching for a Nova. Call today!
