More than 100 car owners show classic vehicles Oct 6, 2008
Big engines, shining chrome and fresh coats of wax had the vehicles glistening in the afternoon sun Sunday (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Dohm can't retain Queen of the Track, but wins title at Dragway Aug 6, 2008
Runnerup: Chad Isley, Charleston, 1966 Chevy Nova. 527 rt, 6. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
A desire to drive fast Jul 14, 2008
Harris races a 1973 Chevrolet Nova, No. 86, at the Pocatello Super Speedway. He and his father, Tim Hawthorne, built the silver machine in 1989. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Thunder Nationals: Ironman born of quick reaction Jul 14, 2008
Bogacki won Saturday's Pro-Am in his 1968 Chevy Nova with a time of 11. 03 seconds at 116. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
11 Things: Patriotic stuff Jul 4, 2008
Underrated: 1968 Chevrolet Nova SS. Any engine smaller than a 396 V8 big block may as well have been made by the French. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Winners - 50s in the Fall (8) Jun 23, 2008
Best of Show: 1969 Chevy Nova, Randy Hill ... Best 60s: 1966 Chevy Nova, Doug and Mischele Rue. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Old friends rendezvous in PdC Jun 15, 2008
Blanchard has been putting down roots at the annual festival since 1980, when she, her father and two brothers camped out of their Chevy Nova, with Blanchard cramped up against the back windshield. She s since missed just one rendezvous and passed on the tradition to her son, Max, 6 months. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
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James Froberg's 1966 Chevrolet Nova ... People and Their Wheels: James Froberg's 1966 Chevrolet Nova. (Longview Daily News, WA)
People and Their Wheels: James Froberg's 1966 Chevrolet Nova Jun 14, 2008
James Froberg's 1966 Chevrolet Nova. Brenda Blevins McCorkle / The Daily News. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Driver's dream comes true for former deputy Damon Coates Jun 11, 2008
Five and a half years after a troubled teen nearly ended his life, Damon Coates walked slowly into a Southeast Portland transmission shop to admire his 72 Chevy Nova. "Awesome of course, he said. The gleaming black car waits in a garage bay, its overhaul nearly complete. Coates struggles each day to recover from the shooting. It happened on a dark night in January 2003 when he was a sheriff s sergeant who went to help talk with a troubled teen named Nick Teixiera. Slideshow: In an instant,... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Chrome, smiles light downtown for Cruiser Night Jun 7, 2008
They brought a lightning and yellow 1962 Chevy Nova to Rapid City in a trailer. Rick said he has had the car -- which features a 383 Stroker engine, 700R4 transmission and 10 bolt posi rear end -- for about 10 years, though it wasn't completed until two years ago. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Gas prices too high? iReporters use bikes, trains Jun 1, 2008
Kate Mullins lives just outside Springfield, Missouri, and admits that she finds the city bus system in her area "weird." Wanting to avoid spending money to drive their 1979 Chevy Nova, Mullins and her husband each bought a used scooter. Now, she says, they save about $200 a month on gas. (CNN -- International)
Is there a Prius in the future for Nummi? GM, Toyota in talks to build... May 31, 2008
The joint venture built its first car, a Chevrolet Nova, in December 1984. Auto industry experts say that building the Prius in California would make sense. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
It's what you want, not what you need May 8, 2008
Within three years, I had a driver's licence and my own car, a beat-up, rusting, 1962 Chevrolet Nova with fading green paint that cost me 250 bucks and many hours of sweat and toil just to keep it running. When, to my amazement, April Templeman took pity on this awkward teenager and agreed to a date, on the big night, as I was walking out the door, my dad stopped me and said, "Here, let's swap. I want to have a look at what you're doing with that car of yours. You take mine.". (Globe and Mail)
Ashley is the Force this time May 2, 2008
Vista's Greg Luneack drove a 1965 Chevy Nova Wagon to victory in the Super Stock championships recently during the NHRA Summit Nationals at Las Vegas. Co-drivers Scott Pruett and Memo Rojas won their third straight prototype race in the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car series. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Drive it forever Apr 13, 2008
Q. I have a 1967 Chevrolet Nova SS I rarely drive, but I do start it up once in a while. Last week, after starting it in the garage to let it run awhile, I noticed that the fuel gauge went from a quarter of a tank, which is correct, to clear across the gauge and pegged beyond the full mark. (Boston Globe)
Spring Fling car show revs up this weekend Apr 11, 2008
Sugar Land: Alan Verba, 70 Buick; John Prestwood, 51 Ford and 61 Ford ; Joe Carrillo, 39 Chevy; Lee Duggan, 40 Ford; Bob Stone, 57 Chevy; Ronnie Brush, 67 Chevy Nova and 85 El Camino; Yolanda Marsden, 64 Chevy; Wayne Marsden, 57 Chevy; and John Vega, 34 Ford coupe. Sponsors. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Crosby Commons celebrates two centenarians Apr 5, 2008
One regret she does have is selling her '76 Chevy Nova when she had to stop driving at age 95. "It was a classic," she said. (Valley News, CT)
Meeting my Google twin Apr 4, 2008
"Old? Don't really like it? We had much to discuss. By topic, here's a bit of what we learned about each other during our 30-minute telephone conversation:* Our names: He's Jesse Joseph James Claeys. His mom told me she wanted to name him after the famous outlaw Jesse James, but to ease her then-husband's objection, she added Joseph. I'm just . That's it. He has two middle names and I don't have any. I wasn't named after anyone in particular. According to my parents, the name Katie went out the... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Pet supply store presses on Mar 20, 2008
The structure, pets, merchandise and their son Jacob's 1966 Chevy Nova were all lost. Standing outside watching the fire destroy his business, Crager said he could hear bursting aquariums along the back wall that sounded like bombs going off. (Daily Triplicate)
It takes someone special’ - Profile of MTU driver Steve Knutson Mar 2, 2008
As a rookie city bus driver, Steve Knutson regularly would find himself drifting toward bus stops while behind the wheel of his silver 1978 Chevrolet Nova. You drive it so often and long, it becomes a part of you, said the now 29-year veteran of La Crosse s Municipal Transit Utility. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Doing the job right Feb 15, 2008
Currently, he is working on a 1964 Ford Falcon, a 1962 Chevy Nova and a 1973 Chevy Nova. He is so good at working on classic cars that the Westside Cruisers have him work on their transmissions. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
More of this story Dec 8, 2007
Growe brought his 1987 El Camino, while Jurnigan brought his 1970 Chevy Nova. Tommie Jeter of Hamlet said he doesn t just enjoy the cars, he also enjoys the fellowship. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Jingle Bell Cruise puts holiday spin on Escondido's Cruisin' Grand Dec 2, 2007
After driving along Grand Avenue in his 1967 Chevy Nova, Gerry Sevigny of Bonsall parked his car, ready to enjoy the festivities with friends and his dog, Stoney. "We've been cruising today," Sevigny said, as he gave Stoney a pat. (North County Times)
Citigroup's Subprime Explanation Defies Belief Nov 7, 2007
The news from the nation's biggest bank evokes memories of the scene from the 1984 hit comedy ``Beverly Hills Cop'' where Eddie Murphy's character, detective Axel Foley, hands a valet the keys to his beat-up Chevy Nova at a pricey country club he'd never visited before. Can you put this in a good spot. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
»Britt, Womack win $10,000 at Fall Bracket Nationals Nov 6, 2007
After beating Tim Cowick of Lumber Bridge for the 1,500 Footbrake purse on Saturday, Plott drove back into the final round on Sunday before losing to Derek Harris of McLanesville and his 1977 Chevy Nova. Plott got the early jump on Harris, but his 6. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Managing a Global Marketplace Nov 2, 2007
Everyone has heard the old joke about why the Chevy Nova didn't sell in Latin America - Nova means "doesn't go". This type marketing gaff happens all the time when marketers don't do their homework before entering a new global market space. (Suite101.com)
Classic cars and hot rods line Main Street Oct 29, 2007
W.F. Parrish, of Greenville, swept the show with his metallic-orange 1962 Chevy Nova that he rebuilt with his son. I ve had the car for about three years, Parrish said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Fort Apache, the U.S. Oct 25, 2007
Our stock market is a Chevy Nova getting unceremoniously lapped by foreigners in pricey, sleek sedans. The Chinese and the Arabs hold the deeds to our houses though fortunately that's their headache now. (SmartMoney)
Drivers continue jumping to Nextel Cup Oct 11, 2007
The 1972 Chevy Nova of San Diegan Tom Axson won the Run For The Money and the Sportsman Gambler competition at the Barona 1/8-Mile Drag Strip Saturday. Lakeside's Tom Drake Jr. defeated La Mesa's Jimmy Benjamin (1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass) in the High-Roller Gambler championship race with Lakeside's Paul Wagner (1972 Plymouth Duster third). (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Tech vs. SMU - Staff Picks Sep 3, 2007
A lot of upsets and games closer than anyone thought on this opening weekend, will Tech join that crowd or do the Raiders abuse SMU like a rented Chevy Nova. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Teardown under-used, decrepit bridges to save money Aug 26, 2007
Ron Miklos, of Plum, spotted the Pennsylvania personalized license plate U THINK on a Chevy Nova at a car cruise in Sarver. I TRY.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Carmi attorney celebrates first anniversary in business here Aug 18, 2007
"But I found a '74 Chevrolet Nova drag car and just had to have it.". She began racing the car in 1992, and once turned a 6. (Carmi Times, IL)
Beatrice couple's Chevy Nova wins Daily Sun trophy car competition Aug 7, 2007
Beatrice couple's Chevy Nova wins Daily Sun trophy car competition. By Harold Campbell/Daily Sun editor Monday, August 6, 2007 9:26 AM CDT. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
B.H. Speedway: Early lead proves vital on hot, dry track Aug 6, 2007
Leader Jeff Johnson's Cutlass slipped out of shape in Turn 2, collecting Vince Comer's Chevy Nova as he tried to spin to avoid direct contact. Johnson's machine suffered rear-end damage, though he drove himself to his pit. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Exclusive: Greg Laurie explains why some refuse to believe Jesus was Messiah Jul 28, 2007
When General Motors introduced the Chevy Nova in South America, the company apparently was unaware that in Spanish, "No va" means, "It won't go.". (Column continues below). (WorldNetDaily)
Cruisin' revs up a revival Jul 12, 2007
Standing beside his 1971 Malibu-blue Chevy Nova, he knew this: "We'll always love cars.". Contributing: Heather Collura, USA TODAY. (USA Today)
Police Briefs Jun 21, 2007
Simon Berry, 18, of Flint Hill was charged with Driving Under the Influence of alcohol after losing control of his 1988 Chevrolet Nova and struck a mailbox. The accident occurred on June 17 at 6:20 a.m. State Trooper Christopher Roop made the arrest. (Loudoun Times Mirror, VA)
FLY-IN MARKS 50 YEARS OF FIREFIGHTING Jun 16, 2007
Those wanting a car-plane race won't be disappointed: At 1 p.m. on both days, driver Marty Eisenhut's 1966 Chevy Nova Door Slammer will take on pilot Scott Seabourn's F-1 Rocket prop plane. Warbirds and other exotic aircraft on display and flying by this year include the three Mustangs, three T-28 Trojan World War II trainers, two T-6 Texan trainers, two Russian Yak trainers and an early DeHavilland Vampire jet. (The Union Democrat)
Colts Prospect: TE Mike Seidman May 24, 2007
So now, Seidman's body resembles a 1976 Chevy Nova that's run over a few land mines. But the kid always could get open, catch and fight for yards. (ColtsNews.US)
VFW car show features 63 classic autos May 22, 2007
Rose Keilen looks over a 1963 Cadillac Coup Deville, right, and 1967 Chevy Nova while participating in the public voting at the second annual VFW Classic Car Show Saturday. Eric Johnson. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Jeff Brown column: What a drag! Ramey races past competition May 12, 2007
In fact, he remembers all too well getting beat by a white Chevy Nova SS last year. That same Nova SS was right next to him on Friday night, but this time it was a different story. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More charges possible for driver after Beaverton crash victim dies May 8, 2007
According to Washington County sheriff s, the crash happened when a Chevy Nova driven by 18-year-old Samuel Wilson T-boned Sherman's car on Northwest Cornell Road near Murray. Wilson appeared in court Monday to face seven charges. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Sophomore makes jump statement May 7, 2007
The seeding process in the 5A state tournaments was as reliable as a rusted-out 1978 Chevy Nova. Division I is a little more torn up than Division II overall, but No. 1 Phoenix Horizon and No. 2 Phoenix Brophy are still alive in their pools, but the remaining four are a surprise if based only on seeding. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Two days after license suspension, teen charged in crash Apr 27, 2007
The deputy turned around to follow and found the 1980s Chevy Nova had T-boned another car on Northwest Cornell Road. Crash investigators think the driver of the Nova was speeding and ran a stop sign, before jumping a curb and crashing into the other car. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Car-free in Fresno? Yes, it can be done Apr 21, 2007
"But I always lived nearby things. A car wasn't a necessity for me."Timothy Rowe, 44, spent six months without a car last year, when his Chevy Nova needed expensive repairs. He used his mountain bike to get everywhere -- freelance paralegal jobs, church, grocery stores. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
A view from the cheap seats Apr 12, 2007
He carries himself with a casual swagger inspired by John Wayne and cruises in his "deathproof" 1971 Chevy Nova, stopping at dive bars along lonely country roads to kill girls. His first victims are a group of women, including Rose McGowan in another role, who mostly spend their time talking sex. (Minnesota Daily)
Review: Gore-Filled 'Grindhouse' Is Weirdly Wild Apr 7, 2007
Kurt Russell is Stuntman Mike, a teetotaler who drives a Chevy Nova emblazoned with a skull. When Mike shows up at a Texas bar where Austin's hottest DJ Jungle Julia (played by Sydney Tamilia Poitier, yes, her dad is the real Sidney Poitier), he has his eye on Julia and her posse and, despite his sweet exterior, you know he's has something beneath his scar-faced exterior planned. (Click2Houston, TX)
Police Searching For Suspect In Lakewood Shooting Apr 6, 2007
Police said Pool was seen leaving the area in an older, yellow Chevrolet Nova with a black hood and gray primer spots. Copyright 2007 by. (KIRO TV, WA)
'Not for the faint of heart'... Apr 2, 2007
While "Planet Terror" is nonstop mayhem, Tarantino includes long stretches of the "Cheer Up" movie s crew chit-chatting first while they re crammed into a Chevy Nova and later while waiting to scam the Dodge owner. Luckily, the dialogue is amusing enough, and the wait is worth it. (The Drudge Report)
Public safety log Mar 31, 2007
According to police reports, Perry Arthur Davis, 68, of Albany was driving a 1978 Chevy Nova and towing an antique tractor when he moved in between two westbound cars, striking both of them. One of the cars, driven by Minette Carnes, 43, of Albany, was pushed off the road and hit a Les Schwab Tire Center truck parked at the tire store. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Trouble on Santiam Highway Mar 30, 2007
Police said a tractor, being towed behind a Chevy Nova, began fishtailing near Les Schwab Tire Center, forcing drivers to try to get out of the way. A white Pontiac dodged into a driveway at the tire store, crashing into a parked tire service truck. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
The Rides of Grindhouse Mar 28, 2007
Dimension sent us pics of two different cars, a flat black Charger and a flatter-black 1971-72 Chevy Nova. We (IGN Cars) haven't seen the movie yet, so we honestly can't say we know how these cars are featured in the film. (IGN FilmForce)
On the Scene: For punks Frank Booth, music is 'just what you do' Mar 23, 2007
The members describe their sound as "a 1966 Chevy Nova SuperSport only running on three cylinders, veering wildly from lane to lane.". Translated, that means old-school, inspired punk rock 'n' roll. (Pensacola News Journal)
COMMENTARY: 'Grindhouse' lacks B-movie appeal Mar 20, 2007
We could talk for a long time about the relative social merits of a movie where a serial killer stalks his victims in a tricked-out Chevy Nova and a stripper fights off zombies with a machine gun that also serves as her prosthetic leg, but really, who has the energy anymore. I'm certainly not the one to lead the discussion about the artistic responsibility of resurrecting old-school exploitation cheese, seeing as how I own an autographed poster of "Ms. 45.". (U-Wire.com)
More motorcycles on the road with women in the driver's seat Mar 11, 2007
However, any time the couple tool around in their '77 Chevy Nova, it's Linda in the driver's seat of the 500-horsepower muscle car. "That's her motorcycle," Phil said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Exploring James Ford Seale: From past to present, a life chaotic Mar 6, 2007
Pickens, then 21, was driving an olive green Chevrolet Nova from Baton Rouge to West Monroe as Rawls, then 24, bounced her 5-month old daughter, Heather, on her lap. As they pulled into Vidalia, the speed limit dropped. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Classic cars rev their way back Mar 5, 2007
"He and I are both car nuts. We're more like friendly partners than foes." In fact, Hammond's company restored-modified a 1970 Chevrolet Nova for Wilen that, in January, sold for 51,700 at "the Barrett," as Hammond calls it. And Dakota Muscle's own 1964 Chevelle convertible sold there for 66,000. (Sioux City Journal)
No matter the stakes, they're kids Mar 4, 2007
But I can sure picture a bunch of us crammed into my friend Ed's yellow Chevy Nova, taking this huge dip in a residential street going 50 miles an hour and banging our heads against the roof. We are about oddities and goofball moments and the first day of the championships at Selland had plenty. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Graber avoids scam check attempt Jan 12, 2007
Last month, Graber had posted a 1974 Chevy Nova on eBay for auction, a vehicle with no motor, being sold as a "parts car." Within 20 minutes of that posting, someone had clicked on the "buy now" feature for $1,000. Through email communications, the buyer told Graber he would send him a check for $3,000 and then Graber was to send $2,000 to a certain shipping company that would pick up the car. (Washington Journal, IA)
