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When you think “off-road racer,” the 1971 Chevy Nova probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind. However, the “Snortin’ Nortin” will fix that in a hurry. Recently captured on display at the reopened Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, this unique Chevy Nova rocks an impressive array of unique dirt-duty upgrades, not to mention a long history of competition in some of the most prestigious off-road races in the world.
The story of the Snortin’ Nortin Chevy Nova starts with Larry Tunnel and Mick Newton, who sought to enter the rough-and-tumble world of off-road racing with something a little out of the ordinary. Rather than build a pickup or buggy, Tunnel and Newton decided to break from tradition and adapt a 1971 Chevy Nova coupe for SCORE Class 6 competition.
autoevolution 16 Apr 2021, 7:51 UTC ·
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doesn’t go”) jokes, the classic reality is a bit different. Especially when taking into consideration the third-generation love affair with the SS (Super Sport) designation. 19 photos
Even though a 1968-1972 model year Chevy Nova SS was one of the smallest muscle cars ever created by a Detroit automaker, seeing the SS badge up front commands the respect of knowledgeable automotive aficionados to this day. It also brings impromptu dares for street racing, according to legends, but we’re not exactly looking to promote such unsafe shenanigans.
Instead, we believe that it’s always best to have the wagers unfold in the right environment, such as the Byron Dragway in Byron, Illinois. That is exactly where the owner of the
autoevolution 14 Apr 2021, 17:05 UTC ·
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Tired of all those perfect muscle car builds that just prove the owner has more money than you do? Well, this Chevy Nova isn t like that. And while its condition is less than perfect, the family story it brings just makes you love it even more. 11 photos
The Nova has spent all its life in the custody of one family. The 1972 model was bought in 1974 by the owner s parents. This was the same year he was born, and the car served as mom s runabout for the following years.
The spec was acceptable, but nothing to write home about. When stock, this Chevy came with a 350ci V8 and a 2-barrel carburetor. For the record, this is after the glory days of the muscle car, when engines began to shrink. The 350 was the biggest V8 normally available, even if you had the SS, and it only produced about 180 horsepower.
If you're a Chevy Nova fan, you definitely need to check Murder Nova out. It's been terrorizing drag strips for quite a few years now and its all-black appearance would make Batman drool. And it's probably quicker than a Batmobile too.
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