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1964 Chevrolet Nova 2-Dr. Sport Coupe

The Nova represented the upscale trim level of the Chevy II line, targeting buyers seeking more comfort and style in a compact package. This pillarless sport coupe ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
40437N195240
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Norwood, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Nova

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Model Code 0437 Nova
Plant Code N Norwood, OH
Serial Number 195240 Unit #195240

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelNova
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 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 & Stroke9.1 inches
Horsepower120@4400
Displacement194.37
Compression8.5
Rated HP30.46
Torque177@2400
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Cylinders6

Dimensions

Production30827
Length182.9
Width70.8
Height55
Wheelbase110
Front Tread56.8
Rear Tread56.3

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.94
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1

Suspension

Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire Size6.00 x 13

Brakes

Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum

Fuel & Electrical

Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity16
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Cooling10.5 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
IgnitionDistributor and coil

Equipment

Equipment230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Pushbutton Radio, Power brakes, Power steering

Colors

Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Almond Fawn Metallic, Azure Aqua Metallic, Bahama Green Metallic, Daytona Blue Metallic, Desert Beige, Ember Red, Ermine White, Goldwood, Lagoon Aqua Metallic, Meadow Green Metallic, Palomar Red Metallic #2, Riverside Red, Saddle Tan Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available

Other

B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4

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.