Some say the Chevy Nova is a muscle car. Others would beg to disagree. However, the truth is that certain models can be considered muscle cars, especially the SS packing several V8s, like the 327, 350, 396, or 402.
Thus, no matter how much some enthusiasts would want this particular example to be a muscle car, it isn't. First, it's not an SS but a normal model, and second, it does not feature any of the aforementioned lumps. However, it still packs a V8, albeit 283 cid one, with a four-speed manual transmission, both of which appear to be original.
It boasts additional shine in the engine bay and comes with a lot of chrome trim on the outside, at the front, sides, and rear, and on the American Racing five-spoke wheels. The exterior has a light blue finish that may or may not be original, as the vendor doesn't mention it in the ad that we'll get to in a few moments.
Opening the door will reveal a racing-like steering wheel, a basic dashboard panel with a relatively modern stereo system, and light blue upholstery that needs some work, as there is a visible tear, especially on the passenger's side. Nothing that cannot be easily fixed, but for the ultimate shine, we'd recommend full restoration.
Photo: Garage Kept Motors
Overall, this 1967 Chevy Nova, with its 86,131 miles (138,614 km), which is part of the second generation made from '65 to '67 in the U.S. and Canada, is an interesting classic ride and one that deserves a caring future owner. It certainly ticks all the boxes for a future restoration project, albeit this work is going to set you back a hefty sum, especially since the car in question is not on the cheap side of things.
We told a lot of things about it, but what we haven't mentioned is the actual pricing. You are looking at $100 shy of the $33,000 mark to park it in the garage and drive it occasionally. A quick look on the bowtie brand's official website reveals that you could buy a well-equipped Malibu for a similar amount, with the mid-size sedan kicking off from $25,100 for the 2024 model year, excluding destination and dealer fees.
If the Malibu is not to your liking, then you could opt for one of the many crossovers Chevrolet sells, including the Trax, Trailblazer, Equinox, or the Bolt EV or EUV, all of which have starting prices south of $30k. Or you could simply keep surfing the used car market for a different ride, as there are countless rides available on a similar budget. If this '67 Nova has caught your eye, then you can check out the ad here and see more images of it, too.
After a series of unfortunate events put an end to Cristian's dream of entering a custom built & tuned old-school Dacia into a rally competition, he moved on to drive press cars and write for a living. He's worked for several automotive online journals and now he's back at autoevolution after his first tour in the mid-2000s. Full profile
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