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1975 Chevrolet Nova Custom Coupe

The 1975 Nova Custom Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $3402. 138,879 produced.
1Y27L5W150617
350 cu.in. V8 155-165 HP (L)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
1975 Chevrolet Nova Custom Coupe

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code 1 Chevrolet
Model Code Y27 Nova Custom
Engine Code L 350 cu.in. V8 155-165 HP (L)
Year Code 5 1975
Plant Code W Willow Run, MI
Serial Number 150617 Unit #150617

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelNova Custom
Year1975
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

Engine350 cu.in. V8 155-165 HP (L)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower155-165 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-barrel
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%

Specifications

Dimensions

Production134103
Weight3437
Wheelbase111
Width72.2
Length196.6
Rear Tread59.6
Front Tread59.8
Height52.5

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85

Suspension

Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionHotchkiss
Tire SizeFR78 x 14B

Brakes

Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes

Fuel & Electrical

Fuel Capacity21
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeUnleaded
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 17 Quarts
Battery12

Equipment

EquipmentAir conditioning, 350 cu. in. V8 engine, Power brakes, Power steering, Radio

Colors

Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Black, Bright Blue Metallic, BrightYellow, Bronze Metallic, Burgundy Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark. Brown Metallic, Dark. Green Metallic, Dark. Red Metallic, Dark. Sandstone Metallic, Light Gray, Light Green Metallic, Light Red, Light Saddle Metallic, Medium Blue, Medium Gray Metallic, Medium Green, Medium Orange Metallic, Medium Red, Midnight Blue Metallic, Orange Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Blue Metallic, Silver Metallic

Pricing

MSRP$3477.00

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.