1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 396 L78

1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 396 L78 Additional Info:

1970 Nova SS 396, true L-78 396/375 car, currently has a 468 ci 4-bolt main full roller engine, with less than 500 miles on it. Brand new Tremec TKX 5-spd trans with Tilcon hydraulic clutch. The car has the original 12 bolt rear end with 3.73 gears and a Moroso Brute Strength differential, C-clip and crush collar eliminator kits. The car had a full rotisserie restoration in 2001 and was then stored in a climate controlled garage until 2023. The car has all the original body panels, including floors and trunk. The car has never been driven in the snow, nor was it ever rusted. I have the original POP (Protect-O-Plate).

Over $140,000 was spent to get this car to this level. No expense was spared, the car is laser straight and never hit, or in an accident. The car is very streetable and has very good road manners. I was told the engine puts out somewhere in the neighborhood of 525-550 HP. The power comes on strong and predictable.

• Moroso SS-style front lowering springs
• Moog ball joints with Energy Suspension bushings
• QA1 adjustable dampers
• TriCity Competition arched rear leaf springs with Energy Suspension bushings
• AGR quick-ratio power steering box
• Durex high-assist power steering pump

• The 468ci V8 reportedly features four-bolt main bearing caps. The following components are said to have been fitted:

  • JE pistons resulting in a 9.2:1 compression ratio
  • COMP Cams hydraulic roller camshaft
  • Crane Gold rocker arms
  • ARP studs and fasteners
  • Moroso eight-quart oil pan
  • Melling high-volume oil pump
  • Holley carburetor
  • Edelbrock Torker 2 aluminum intake manifold
  • MSD 6AL electronic ignition box and billet distributor
  • Hooker Super Comp Headers

Top right on the POP. It reads backwards, but it's T0212CKO. T = Tonawanda engine plant, 02 = February, 12 = 12th day, CKO = 396/375 HP with manual transmission. This fits with the Fisher Body build date of 02C (Feb - 3rd week) on the cowl tag.