1970 Chevrolet Nova Sedan
The 1970 Chevy II Nova 6 Sedan was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2443. 173,632 produced.
113690W236999
6 Cyl
Engine
Sedan
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1970 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 1369 | Nova |
| Year Code | 0 | 1970 |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 236999 | Unit #236999 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1970
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
153 cu.in. I4
Horsepower90 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
Displacement153 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
250 cu.in. I6
Horsepower155 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement250 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
307 cu.in. V8
Horsepower200 HP @ 4600 RPM HP
Displacement307 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.0:1
Engine
350 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
402 cu.in. V8
Horsepower350 HP @ 5200 RPM HP
Displacement402 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
402 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement402 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke9.125 inches
Horsepower140@4000
Cylinders6
Compression8.5
Main Bearings7
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Bands3 7/8 & 3 1/4
BlockCast alloy iron
Displacement230
Torque220@1600
Rated HP36.04
Dimensions
Production173632
Weight2900
Height53.9
Wheelbase111
Length189.4
Rear Tread58.9
Front Tread59
Width72.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio3.75
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.95
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeE78 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity18
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTube and center
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 11 Quarts
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, Radio, 250 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Air conditioning
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Astro Blue Metallic, Autumn Gold Metallic, Black Cherry Metallic, Camaro Gold Metallic, Champagne Gold Metallic, Citrus Green Metallic, Classic Copper Metallic, Classic White, Cortez Silver Metallic, Cranberry Red, Desert Sand Metallic, Fathom Blue Metallic, Forest Green Metallic, Gobi Beige, Green Mist Metallic, Misty Turquoise Metallic, Mulsanne Blue Metallic, Shadow Gray Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$2443.00
Body
Doors4
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.