1966 Chevrolet Nova 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The six-cylinder Nova Sport Coupe gave the upscale Chevy II trim a sportier two-door roofline while keeping economical inline-six power.
115376N156557
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Norwood, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 1537 | Nova |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | N | Norwood, OH |
| Serial Number | 156557 | Unit #156557 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantNorwood, OH
Plant CodeN
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Cylinders6
Displacement194.37
Rated HP30.46
Compression8.5
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Horsepower120@4400
Torque177@2400
Dimensions
Production54300
Weight2675
Height54
Wheelbase110
Width71.3
Length183
Rear Tread56.3
Front Tread56.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Reverse Ratio2.95
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size6.5 x 13
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity16
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling11 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power antenna, Speed control device, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Radio, Air conditioning
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Aztec Bronze, Cameo Beige, Chateau Slate, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Lemonwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Marina Blue, Mist Blue, Regal Red, Sandlewood Tan, Tropic Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2271.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
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.