1970 Chevrolet Nova
 The 1970 Chevrolet Nova lineup started with a $2,335 four-cylinder two door. |
Like the 1969 model, the 1970 Chevrolet Nova was offered only as a two-door coupe or four-door sedan.
Basic Novas had a 90-horsepower 153-cubic-inch four-cylinder engine, a new 155-horsepower 250-cubic-inch six, or a popular 200-horsepower 307-cubic-inch V-8.
High-performance fans could take advantage of Nova's relatively light weight and the availability of the Super Sport package. It came with a 300-horsepower 350-cubic-inch V-8 or the "big-block" 396.
Actually, the 396 V-8 displaced 402-cubic-inches for 1970 thanks to a slight increase in bore diameter, but Chevrolet stuck with the familiar "396" designation. Hot Novas were therefore named SS 350 and SS 396 and were offered only with a four-speed manual gearbox or floor-shifted Turbo Hydra-Matic.
The SS 396 could be ordered in 350- or 375-horsepower tune. Nova SS models had a special hood with simulated air intakes, blackout grille and rear panel, and wide-oval tires on seven-inch wheels.
A Custom Exterior package for lesser Novas cost $98, while a vinyl top added $84. Out of 254,242 Novas sold for 1970, 19,558 were the SS 350 or SS 396 version.
1970 Chevrolet Nova Facts
| Model | Weight range (lbs.) | Price range (new) | Number built |
| Nova | 2,820-3,071 | $2,335-$2,533 | 254,242 (approx.) |
 A new egg crate grille pattern distinguished the 1970 Nova from the 1969 model. |
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