1973 Chevrolet Nova Custom Hatchback
The 1973 Nova Custom Hatchback was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2661. 3,172 produced.
1Y17H3L160791
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Engine
Hatchback
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Nova Custom
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | Y17 | Nova Custom |
| Engine Code | H | 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 160791 | Unit #160791 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova Custom
Year1973
Body StyleHatchback
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
Production42886
Weight3261
Width72.4
Front Tread59.8
Length194.3
Height52.5
Rear Tread59.6
Wheelbase111
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
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
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
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$2744.00
Body
Seating6
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.