1973 Chevrolet Nova Hatchback
The 1973 Nova Hatchback was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2504. 11,005 produced.
1X17D3L220702
250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D)
Engine
Hatchback
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | X17 | Nova |
| Engine Code | D | 250 cu.in. I6 100 HP @ 3600 RPM (D) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 220702 | Unit #220702 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1973
Body StyleHatchback
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 PlantVan Nuys, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production11005
Weight3145
Length194.3
Wheelbase111
Rear Tread59.6
Front Tread59.8
Width72.4
Height52.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity21
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 14 Quarts
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
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$2504.00
Body
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.