73 Nova transmission is giving me problems
I have a B&M z gate shifter and it doesnt seem to go into D. Its seems like it only stays in a low gear. when i drive, i have to mess with it to get it in a D position. Any help?
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by Michael L
Jul 02, 2012
The straight six stock engine for this car is more then enough power to move this classic beast. Pose rear end is great for chirping tires around corners.
I clobbered a telephone pole coming around a corner just after it rained and walked away alive and without more then a few scratches on the body.Jul 02, 2012
by Anonymous
Feb 15, 2012
I've always loved the looks of the Chevy Nova... ever since my high school days! Pros are style, performance, comfort and easy to maintain. The cons are few but include poor fuel economy and of course, some repairs are costly.Feb 15, 2012
by Jacob T
Feb 04, 2012
This car is a less known muscle car but is a great part of history incredibly fast and great acceleration. Runs like a Swiss watch. looks absolutely breath taking. gas mileage is not a good thing but it works and maintenance is really cheap and easy and is just the funnest thing in the world.Feb 04, 2012
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by Michael L
Jul 02, 2012
The straight six stock engine for this car is more then enough power to move this classic beast. Pose rear end is great for chirping tires around corners.
I clobbered a telephone pole coming around a corner just after it rained and walked away alive and without more then a few scratches on the body.Jul 02, 2012
by Anonymous
Feb 15, 2012
I've always loved the looks of the Chevy Nova... ever since my high school days! Pros are style, performance, comfort and easy to maintain. The cons are few but include poor fuel economy and of course, some repairs are costly.Feb 15, 2012
by Jacob T
Feb 04, 2012
This car is a less known muscle car but is a great part of history incredibly fast and great acceleration. Runs like a Swiss watch. looks absolutely breath taking. gas mileage is not a good thing but it works and maintenance is really cheap and easy and is just the funnest thing in the world.Feb 04, 2012
by Anonymous
Jan 25, 2012
Fun to drive on the streets, it is a real head turner
best 1/8 mile e.t .5.56
best 1/4 mile e.t. 9.11
that was 2 years ago this year we are looking for the 8`s
418 cubic inch small block, turbo 400 with 6300 stahl converter
ford 9 inch with spool and mosler goodies inside
lemon headers with3.5 inch bullets
msd 7al with crank trigger
nitrogen assisted nitrous system
850 baker carb flowed to 1020Jan 25, 2012
by Travis S
Apr 30, 2011
It doesn't look good, but im starting the restoration on it. I hope before the next det I can at least have it ready for paint. I have big plans for this car, but dont we all! I'll try to get some pictures when i get home.Apr 30, 2011
by Tommy L
Dec 10, 2010
My Car is a 1973 Nova. It is fast and accelerates really quickly. It sounds nice and
loud. It is currently has black primer on it. It will soon be red when I am done with
all of the body work. I love this car it is everything I like about cars.Dec 10, 2010
by Alex S
Jun 22, 2010
There isn't much not to like about this great piece of American history. I enjoy all of it in it's entirety. From the exterior to the interior. for it being stock all but the engine and struts. This car has all it's original parts. I also have the original engine but I plan on rebuilding it. I call this car the HULK because of how loud it is. If you heard it once it would set off all car alarms in a 5 block radiance. So if you have any questions just ask. But know this the car is not for sale.Jun 22, 2010
by Matej W
Nov 08, 2009
its got a 350CI V8 Small Block 5.7L engine loud as hell when
reved and when idleing, it is definitely a head turner
everywhere i go with her. people always staring and coming
up to talk and ask about the car Nov 08, 2009
by Chuck B
Oct 22, 2009
Great mid size car good acceleration and handling,good gas mileage,Just a fun car to drive .cost of ownership was very reasonable.Ther is a hatchback model that makes for great trunk storage.I recommend buying an older Nova and restoring it.Oct 22, 2009
by David M
Sep 30, 2009
1973 Nova Custom - Originally a 350 2bbl car, now sports a 406SBC, TH350 and 3.42 Posi 8.5 Rear end.
Interior is mostly ALL original except the front bench. Still have the original benchseat, frame needs fixing.
Cost - Where do I begin ...
Fun - YOU BET!!Sep 30, 2009
by Anonymous
Aug 19, 2009
My 1973 nova is in nice condition at 36 years. It is a classic muscle car that gets alot of attention on the street. The hatchback two door style gives it a racy fast look. This car can go fast, and it is powerful, interior is a little musty but when it is fully restored it will be the boss of the streets. Aug 19, 2009
by Mitchell J
Aug 18, 2009
A Hot Rod all the way. Everything a 16 yr old guy could want. Big motor, loud, had a bench seat (pull my girl close), 5-point racing harness seat belt, and nothing in it but a radio. I loved this car. I hated having to sell it, but on to more gas saving things, right? 350, bored to 383, 750cfm Holley Double-pumper, Hooker Headers, Thrushered exhaust w/ Flowmaster mufflers, Jacked up rear end, 70 up front, 60's in the back, 3/4 Cam....pure joy.Aug 18, 2009
by Brad L
Jul 03, 2009
i have always wanted this car now i have it. interior is awesome. exterior could use a lot more work. I build the 355 ci. chevy small block that is in it about a year ago. Had the transmission rebuild and put new disk brakes on the front.Jul 03, 2009
by Karrie R
Dec 03, 2008
What more is therer to say??? It's mine! But if I have to say more about the car, I can tell you that the motor is Pink because I was told that could not be done. Her name is Sanity and powered by a 350 heart beat.
I have had this car since I graduated from High School and that is many many years ago.....Dec 03, 2008
by Anonymous
Nov 20, 2008
its a tank. weighs about as much as a full size pick up. beefy 350 lt-1 w a turbo 350 auto. its more of a project car at the moment really, come spring if i still have it still. blah ah ah ha ha ha ha ttyl i cant think of more Nov 20, 2008
by Robert H
Jun 21, 2008
flat black, rusted out quarters, hauled ass, camaro seats, 350 that was build well, harsh take off unknown top speed, buried the needle at 160Jun 21, 2008
by Keith B
Jun 12, 2008
This was my first car. I bought it used in 77. As with most cars in canada it suffered from "RUST", but not too bad. It was a great little car with an in-line 6 cylinder 250. Mountains of room in the engine bay to work on the motor. No fancy electronic ignition, fuel injection, or computers to worry about. It was an easy car for a back yard mechanic. Although these pics are not of my car, it is the same year and colour and mine. I didn't have the traction bars though.Jun 12, 2008
by Tony D
May 19, 2008
it had a sweet moon roof that was vinyl and krager magsMay 19, 2008
by Matt P
Mar 11, 2008
Standard Nova. This is not every guy's dad's Nova with the fake SS badge. I took out a totally restored 1973 Nova with what was either a rebuilt 250 I6 or 307 V8 from another Nova. Either way it doesn't really matter. The car wasn't particularly fast or impressive- but I liked it much better than most other cars from this time period because it isn't a hulking monster. It's like the Honda Civic of 1973... and I kind of think that is awesome. Sure, I love Mopar B-Bodies that are about the size of Jupiter... but there is something about a little Nova that makes you feel cool.Mar 11, 2008
by Jim E
Jan 24, 2008
I wanted a fast hot rod and thanks to my good friends we did Jan 24, 2008
by Dan K
Jan 07, 2008
won alot of money with this carJan 07, 2008
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1973 Chevy nova parts
I am fixing up a 1973 Chevy nova and need to replace a lot of parts. I’ve looked on the websites classic industries, classic muscle, h&h classic, eBay, and parts geek. I can’t find some of the parts I need like a left front fender extension, LED single lens (red), inner glass rubbers. Also, a lot of the parts that I am finding seem to be overpriced such as $128.99 for a rear bumper filler. I’m looking for any recommendations on where I may be able to find the parts and any advice on how to tell whether they’re reasonably priced. I have also been to local junkyards and auto parts shops.
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Looking to put a 1972 Nova hood on a 1973 Nova.
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Stalling engine when stopping at red lights and stop signs
My 73 350 Nova just started to stall when I stop,unless giving it a little gas .when I take off its great.
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1973 nova tail light lens gaskets??
My tail lights started leaking water into the back of my car every time it rained, I removed the tail lights and the gaskets were the problem. Where can I find 1973 nova tail light lens gaskets, I can find 1972 gaskets and younger at classic industries.com and other websites, but where are the 1973 gaskets. Will 1972 gaskets fit a 1973??
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