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By: Steve Statham .
Introduced as a mainstream alternative to the unique Corvair, the Chevy II became perhaps the ultimate utility player for Chevrolet. This versatile platform included Chevy II models that served as mundane economy cars, as well as rude Nova SS models whose V-8 power gave this lightweight machine true musclecar performance.
In the 1960s, the Nova/Chevy II succeeded in outselling economy car rivals such as Ford's Falcon and Plymouth's Valiant. Injected with Chevy muscle and SS heritage, it became one of the most beloved and respected of musclecars. The Chevy II/Nova reverted to "Regular Joe" status on the street when 1970s regulations emasculated the muscle crowd, but the Nova SS lives on to burn rubber and turn heads to this day.
The unplanned yet impressive rise of the Chevy II to musclecar fame is chronicled in this detailed and fascinating history, with a focus on the V-8 performance era of the coveted Nova SS models, including the potent SS350, awe-inspiring SS396, and the deadly Yenko Deuce.
This book covers the evolution of the Nova SS, with insights from Chevrolet engineers who championed the various Chevy II and Nova nameplates over the years. All the mighty V-8 powerplants available for these models are covered, as are dealer specials and drag-racing versions.
Nova SS captures the cars' performance spirit with choice vintage photography and 80 new color photos of prized Chevy II/Nova models. Author Steve Statham's fascinating text is as fresh and inviting as a 396 hitting the streets on a Saturday night.
