1965 Chevrolet Nova SS 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The V8 Nova SS turned the compact into a genuine performer for 1965, with V8 power in the lightweight body that made the SS a credible street contender.
118375N108384
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Norwood, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Chevrolet Nova SS
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 1837 | Nova SS |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | N | Norwood, OH |
| Serial Number | 108384 | Unit #108384 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova SS
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 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
Main Bearings5
Rated HP48.05
Cylinders8
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque285@2800
Displacement283.04
Horsepower195@4800
Compression9.25
Dimensions
Production28380
Weight2690
Wheelbase110
Length182.9
Width69.9
Front Tread56.8
Height54
Rear Tread56.3
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio2.58
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.48
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire Size6.95 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity16
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Pushbutton Radio, Power brakes, 327 cu. in. V8 engine
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$2542.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Seating4
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.