Photo: eBay seller motocabinusa
The year was 1963, and Chevrolet finally got the message. The Nova was the kind of car that deserved more performance under the hood, and after treating customers with four- and six-cylinder engines, the GM brand made the first step towards a welcome upgrade.
The debut of the Super Sport paved the way for the introduction of the first V8 engine a year later, but bigger engines under the hood of the Nova were already common.
Many buyers weren't satisfied with the output of the original engines, so they upgraded their cars on their own, therefore turning the Nova into a small rocket on wheels. The Super Sport, which was already available on other Chevy models, including the Impalas, rapidly caught the attention of Nova buyers.
Over 42,000 customers ordered the Super Sport during the first year on the Nova.
One of these cars landed on eBay not long ago, and the seller promises that what you see in the photos is the original and unaltered package last touched by Chevrolet before the Nova left the factory.
I won't comment much on the car's condition because it's obvious this Nova has been properly cared for, but there's one little thing the car needs before returning to the road in tip-top shape. It's a repaint, as the current paint shows its age. There are several spots that need to be inspected thoroughly, and some are highlighted in the photos shared by eBay seller motocabinusa, but it doesn't look like you'll encounter major issues.
The car exhibits some rust bubbles on the quarters, but it is otherwise solid and clean. The interior is great, and considering it has never been modified, it's a great way to experience the original 1963 Nova convertible in all its glory. The manual soft top is in good shape, and the owner explains that all windows also go up and down correctly.
The engine in charge of putting the wheels in motion is a six-cylinder unit paired with an automatic transmission. A V8 option was unavailable in 1963, so the six-cylinder engine was the best option you could still get, though, as I said, many customers installed bigger engines after getting their Novas.
How much is this Nova worth in this current condition? The seller believes that $16K is a fair price, but the Make Offer button is also available if you have another deal in mind. One particular claim I would inspect thoroughly is the all-original promise, as Novas were often subject to various modifications, specifically to increase the performance under the hood. However, an in-person inspection should help set things straight, so arrange a live verification before making an offer.
The car is parked in Paramus, New Jersey, and the listing will expire in 28 days.
Many buyers weren't satisfied with the output of the original engines, so they upgraded their cars on their own, therefore turning the Nova into a small rocket on wheels. The Super Sport, which was already available on other Chevy models, including the Impalas, rapidly caught the attention of Nova buyers.
Over 42,000 customers ordered the Super Sport during the first year on the Nova.
One of these cars landed on eBay not long ago, and the seller promises that what you see in the photos is the original and unaltered package last touched by Chevrolet before the Nova left the factory.
I won't comment much on the car's condition because it's obvious this Nova has been properly cared for, but there's one little thing the car needs before returning to the road in tip-top shape. It's a repaint, as the current paint shows its age. There are several spots that need to be inspected thoroughly, and some are highlighted in the photos shared by eBay seller motocabinusa, but it doesn't look like you'll encounter major issues.
The car exhibits some rust bubbles on the quarters, but it is otherwise solid and clean. The interior is great, and considering it has never been modified, it's a great way to experience the original 1963 Nova convertible in all its glory. The manual soft top is in good shape, and the owner explains that all windows also go up and down correctly.
The engine in charge of putting the wheels in motion is a six-cylinder unit paired with an automatic transmission. A V8 option was unavailable in 1963, so the six-cylinder engine was the best option you could still get, though, as I said, many customers installed bigger engines after getting their Novas.
How much is this Nova worth in this current condition? The seller believes that $16K is a fair price, but the Make Offer button is also available if you have another deal in mind. One particular claim I would inspect thoroughly is the all-original promise, as Novas were often subject to various modifications, specifically to increase the performance under the hood. However, an in-person inspection should help set things straight, so arrange a live verification before making an offer.
The car is parked in Paramus, New Jersey, and the listing will expire in 28 days.
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