1974 Chevrolet Nova Coupe
The 1974 Nova Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2647. 13,722 produced.
1X27H4L217181
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Chevrolet Nova
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | X27 | Nova |
| Engine Code | H | 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H) |
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 217181 | Unit #217181 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1974
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower145 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantVan Nuys, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production20627
Weight3288
Wheelbase111
Width72.4
Height52.5
Rear Tread59.6
Front Tread59.8
Length196.7
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14B
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity18
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypeRegular
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 15 Quarts
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
EquipmentAir conditioning, Power brakes, Power steering, Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Bright Aqua Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic, Bright Green Metallic, Bright Orange, Bright Yellow, Bronze Metallic, Cosworth Silver Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark Taupe Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Gold Metallic, Lime Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Green, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Medium Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2755.00
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.