1973 Chevrolet Nova Sedan
The 1973 Nova Sedan was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2383. 27,440 produced.
1X69F3W198967
307 cu.in. V8 115 HP @ 3600 RPM (F)
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 | F | 307 cu.in. V8 115 HP @ 3600 RPM (F) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 198967 | Unit #198967 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1973
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine307 cu.in. V8 115 HP @ 3600 RPM (F)
Cylinders8
Displacement307 cu.in. CID
Horsepower115 HP @ 3600 RPM HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production32843
Weight3194
Width72.4
Front Tread59.8
Length194.3
Height52.5
Rear Tread59.6
Wheelbase111
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.85
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity21
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
Cooling17 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorTube and center
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentAir conditioning, 350 cu. in. V8 engine, Power brakes, Power steering, Radio
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$2469.00
Body
Seating6
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.