1973 Chevrolet Nova Custom Coupe
The 1973 Nova Custom Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2512. 6,336 produced.
1Y27D3W136514
250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Nova Custom
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | Y27 | Nova Custom |
| Engine Code | D | 250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 136514 | Unit #136514 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova Custom
Year1973
Body StyleCoupe
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
Production6336
Weight3073
Height52.5
Width72.4
Front Tread59.8
Length194.3
Wheelbase111
Rear Tread59.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity21
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
Cooling14 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power steering, Air conditioning, 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$2512.00
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.