1973 Chevrolet Nova Sedan
The 1973 Nova Sedan was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2383. 27,440 produced.
1X69D3W313855
250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | X69 | Nova |
| Engine Code | D | 250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 313855 | Unit #313855 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1973
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D)
Cylinders6
Displacement250 cu.in. CID
Horsepower100 HP @ 3600 RPM HP
ConfigurationI6
Carburetor1-barrel
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production27440
Weight3065
Wheelbase111
Width72.4
Rear Tread59.6
Front Tread59.8
Length194.3
Height52.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.95
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity21
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling14 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, Power steering, Air conditioning, Power brakes
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$2383.00
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.