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1966 Chevrolet Nova 2-Dr. Sport Coupe

The V8 Nova Sport Coupe combined the line's sporty two-door styling with small-block performance, a stylish step up from the base Chevy II.
116376W146223
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Nova

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code 1 Chevrolet
Model Code 1637 Nova
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code W Willow Run, MI
Serial Number 146223 Unit #146223

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
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
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Horsepower195@4800
Main Bearings5
BlockCast alloy iron
Rated HP48.05
Displacement283
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque285@2800

Dimensions

Production19600
Height54
Length183
Wheelbase110
Rear Tread56.3
Front Tread56.8
Width71.3

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle RatioPints
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.95

Suspension

Rear SuspensionLeaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size6.95 x 14

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
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Cooling15 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular

Equipment

Equipment327 cu. in. V8 engine, Power antenna, Power brakes, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Speed control device, Air conditioning, Radio

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$2377.00

Other

B&s 3 7/8 & 3

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.