1973 Chevrolet Nova Coupe
The 1973 Nova Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2355. 54,140 produced.
1X27H3L117431
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | X27 | Nova |
| Engine Code | H | 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 117431 | Unit #117431 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1973
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower145 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantVan Nuys, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production81679
Weight3162
Length194.3
Wheelbase111
Width72.4
Height52.5
Rear Tread59.6
Front Tread59.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.95
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity21
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling17 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, Air conditioning, Power brakes, Power steering, 350 cu. in. V8 engine
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Beige, Chamois, Dark Blue Metallic., Dark Brown Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Dark Red Metallic, Green Gold Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Copper Metallic, Light Green Metallic, Light Orange, Light Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Bronze Metallic, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Midnight Blue Metallic, Midnight Green, Silver Metallic, Taupe Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2441.00
Body
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.