1965 Chevrolet Nova 4-Dr. Sedan
The Nova was the upscale trim level of the Chevy II line in 1965, offering more comfort and style features than the base model while maintaining the compact car's practicality. This four-door sedan ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
115695N198572
6 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Norwood, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 1569 | Nova |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | N | Norwood, OH |
| Serial Number | 198572 | Unit #198572 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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 & Stroke9.125 inches
Horsepower120@4400
Cylinders6
Compression8.5
Rated HP30.46
Torque177@2400
Displacement194.37
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production51973
Weight2645
Wheelbase110
Length182.9
Height55
Rear Tread56.3
Front Tread56.8
Width69.9
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.94
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size6.50 x 13
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity16
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
RadiatorTube and center
Cooling10 Quarts, Water pump
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Powerglide automatic transmission, Power steering, Pushbutton Radio, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Air conditioning
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Cameo Beige, Crocus Yellow, Cypress Green, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Evening Orchid, Glacier Gray, Glen Green, Goldenwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Milano Maroon, Mist Blue, Nassau Blue, Rally Red, Regal Red, Sierra Tan, Silver Pearl, Tahitian Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2243.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
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.