Current Project 1968 Nova SS 396

GS Restorations

Specializing in GM Muscle cars

1968 Nova SS 396

1968 was the first year that a big block was available in the Chevrolet Nova. 1968 was the last year that it was badged as Chevy II. There were only 234 1968 Novas built with the 350 horsepower 396 engine, of those only 48 were equipped with the 400 THM automatic transmission. The current owner purchased the car in Indiana and wants the car restored to original condition.

Features & options:

Maroon exterior with black vinyl top (Firewall tag code N-2)
Black, all vinyl interior with bench seat (Firewall tag code 731)
396 ci 350 hp
400 THM automatic transmission, column shift
12-bolt rearend with 3.55 posi
Power front disc brakes (4-piston calipers)
Built 2nd week of July, 1968

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Before

Interior

Trunk

Big Block Heater Box

On the rotisserie

Underside

Firewall markings

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