1965 Chevrolet Nova SS 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The Nova SS debuted for 1965, adding bucket seats, special trim, and sport suspension to the compact Chevy II; the six-cylinder version delivered the SS look on a budget.
117375A138006
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Chevrolet Nova SS
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 1737 | Nova SS |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA |
| Serial Number | 138006 | Unit #138006 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova SS
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
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
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Cylinders6
Torque177@2400
Rated HP30.46
Horsepower120@4400
Displacement194.37
Compression8.5
Dimensions
Production28380
Weight2690
Height54
Wheelbase110
Length182.9
Rear Tread56.3
Width69.9
Front Tread56.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
Reverse Ratio2.94
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire Size6.95 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity16
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling10 Quarts, Water pump
RadiatorTube and center
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Power brakes, Pushbutton Radio, Air conditioning, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Cameo Beige, Crocus Yellow, Cypress Green, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Evening Orchid, Glacier Gray, Glen Green, Goldenwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Milano Maroon, Mist Blue, Nassau Blue, Rally Red, Regal Red, Sierra Tan, Silver Pearl, Tahitian Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2433.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
Body
Seating5
Doors2
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.