- 350ci V8
- Fresh overhaul with mild cam and roller rockers (with receipt Google Mike Blackstone, California)
- New within the past 24 months
- Radiator, hoses, belts, and thermostat
- Carburetor, fuel pump, and fuel lines
- Fuel tank, filter, and sending unit
- Distributor, plugs, and wires
- Starter, alternator, battery, and all cables
- Turn signal switch
- Power steering pump and hoses; headers with multi-layered header gasket and copper collector gaskets
- Welded turbo mufflers
- Transmission upgrades
- Stainless steel coolant lines
- Filters and fluids
- TCI converter #241000
- Output yoke and U-joint; Winters gated shifter
- 4.11 Posi
- Frame connectors and traction bars
- KYB front shocks
- Tie rod ends, tires, lower ball joints, steering flex joint, and alignment
- Brake service
- Wheel cylinders, master cylinder, flex lines, steel lines, booster, and proportioning valve
- Repainted in 2023
- All weather stripping replaced; all glass
- Dash pad, carpet, headliner, and stereo
- Auxiliary heater (extra venting parts included)
- Shut-off valve to heater core
- All bulbs and fluids
This 1971 Chevrolet Nova is a thoroughly sorted and extensively refreshed muscle car that's been built to be driven and enjoyed with confidence. Powered by a strong 350ci V8 featuring a fresh overhaul with a mild cam and roller rockers, this Nova delivers classic small-block performance with modern reliability. The engine work was professionally completed with documented receipts, and nearly every major mechanical system has been addressed within the past 24 months, making this a turn-key example rather than a project.
Under the hood, attention to detail is evident. The fuel system, ignition components, cooling system, and charging system have all been replaced or upgraded, including a new radiator, fuel tank, carburetor, distributor, alternator, starter, and stainless coolant lines. Headers feed into welded turbo mufflers for a proper muscle-car sound, while transmission upgrades, a TCI converter, and a Winters gated shifter put the power down effectively. A 4.11 posi rear end, frame connectors, and traction bars give this Nova serious street and strip credibility.
The suspension and braking systems have also been fully refreshed, with new KYB front shocks, steering components, alignment, and a comprehensive brake service including master cylinder, booster, wheel cylinders, and lines. These updates ensure the car drives tight, stops confidently, and feels composed whether cruising or accelerating hard. The combination of mechanical upgrades makes this Nova far more than a cosmetic restoration.
Visually, the car was repainted in 2023 and presents clean and sharp, complemented by all new weather stripping and glass. Inside, the interior has been refreshed with a new dash pad, carpet, headliner, stereo, and auxiliary heater setup, making it comfortable and functional for real-world use. This 1971 Nova stands out as a well-documented, well-maintained classic muscle car that blends aggressive performance with thoughtful upgrades ideal for an enthusiast who wants a vintage Chevy they can truly enjoy.