RIVERSIDE CA, someone to check 69 Nova

[x Baldwin Motion]

anyone that can do a quick look at a 69 nova in Riverside CA. Just need to make sure it is a running solid driver. No real Nova expertise required. Deadline tomorrow.

Thanks.

Chris 631 278 7887 http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

actually a drive by tonight would be perfect so I can pull the trigger and end the auction. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Mr70]

Do you want to rephrase that.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif
http://www.touched.com/episodeguide/seasonthree/318-Driveby.jpg

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
anyone that can do a quick look at a 69 nova in Riverside CA. Just need to make sure it is a running solid driver. No real Nova expertise required. Deadline tomorrow.

Thanks.

Chris 631 278 7887 http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Chris...is this that one Nova we were talking about???

How about calling Dana (427freak) at Playtoys http://www.classicantiquekars.com/ 909-797-1111 ...and see if he can help?

[92646]

My thoughts exactly. Dana drives by Riverside on the way home.

[x Baldwin Motion]

Thanks guys, I just spoke to Dana. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

[/ QUOTE ]
Chris...is this that one Nova we were talking about???


[/ QUOTE ]

No, sadly, I really liked the paint too.

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/paint_crazy.jpg

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Thanks guys, I just spoke to Dana. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Awesome...

I liked the paint on that Nova as well... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

Hopefully this Nova is catching a ride tonight headed for Long Island. Thanks again Dana for your help!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif


http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/Nova_1a1.JPG

No, I DON'T plan on painting it. Only original once. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[1969l78]

I liked that car. You are right only original once. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

Yes Rob, and we are planning a drive train upgrade right now. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[1969l78]

I have a nice Cali car already for ya..... Just sitting in garage http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif What are the plans for that nova.

[x Baldwin Motion]

Rob I remember when you got that granny nova and the recent photos and video in the for sale section was a real motivator in making this purchase decision. The plans include an engine upgrade (probably a small block) and possibly a 5 speed trans. Budget will dictate how much gets done this winter.
The CA black plates match the orig title and hopefully it will be delivered in time for a local show in two weeks. I am hoping to get it done just a little faster than NJ Steve's Trans Am http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Hopefully this Nova is catching a ride tonight headed for Long Island. Thanks again Dana for your help!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif


No, I DON'T plan on painting it. Only original once. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[/ QUOTE ]


Very cool...members helping members is what this site is all about!

Chris, when I get to Ca. next time...I'll buy Dana a beer or two for you! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Ya gotta go big block Chris...the big valve covers under the hood impress! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

under the hood? we don't pop hoods out here !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

Thanks for getting me in touch with Dana, a real class act. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif


as far as the big block, this IS for the kid to drive to school. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

[GenOne]

[ QUOTE ]
I am hoping to get it done just a little faster than NJ Steve's Trans Am http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

now thats funny http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
under the hood? we don't pop hoods out here !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

Thanks for getting me in touch with Dana, a real class act. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif


as far as the big block, this IS for the kid to drive to school. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

[/ QUOTE ]


Hey I had one...and I turned out okay... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[ORIGLS6]

[ QUOTE ]



http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/Nova_1a1.JPG

No, I DON'T plan on painting it. Only original once. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Now that's http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

['69Novajoe]

Wow, now that is some "patina". Do you have any more pics of it?? I wish mine would have "weathered" a little more like that instead of the paint just flaking off!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif
Joe

[x Baldwin Motion]

Car delivered this morning. First mystery solved 65/50
Olympic Gold/Dover White
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[firstgenaddict]

I like it... alot!

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Car delivered this morning. First mystery solved 65/50
Olympic Gold/Dover White
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

More pics please Chris http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

The photographers that shot the car were very careful to leave out the more undesirable aspects of the vehicle. Interior is completely shot (we kinda guessed that) and a couple of small dents also escaped the camera lens.

Sadly my son is wondering how I convinced him to purchase this http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif and wants to trade for my Chevelle.

I believe it is 75000 original miles because I have never heard a 307 run so good http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif I have more pictures but I am babysitting my granddaughter now and will try to post this evening.

I need a 745 Interior. Dark green bench. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/Nova_rr.jpg

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/Nova_rf.jpg

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/Nova_lr.jpg

We picked up a new bumper and a few other items at Carlisle. Nice worn black buckets were $1000.00 pair, I should have gotten them too.

[x Baldwin Motion]

The black plates look like they haven't been moved in 40 years. Old plastic frame remnants acting as washers under screw caps.

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/medium/100_9987.JPG

[x Baldwin Motion]

This is a great sight first thing in the morning....

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/100_9971.JPG


Little did I realize it was the grim reaper making the delivery.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/100_9973.JPG

[Xplantdad]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif Cool Chris! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[parkbrau]

[ QUOTE ]
under the hood? we don't pop hoods out here !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

Thanks for getting me in touch with Dana, a real class act. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif


as far as the big block, this IS for the kid to drive to school. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

[/ QUOTE ]
The big block will get him there quicker. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[parkbrau]

That is a nice find. The riverside sun baked her pretty good.

[x Baldwin Motion]

Can a headlight really last 40 years??

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/medium/101_0128.JPG

http://www.yenko.net/photos/data/500/medium/101_0127.JPG

One of them is good and the other, well, it's not so good.

[x Baldwin Motion]

I pulled both motors and trannys tonight. Short story is the Nova's motor is worn, dried out and dirty and almost burst into flames. Long story is, the kid spent a gear/clutch in my Chevelle, he was using it while I went over the Nova. I am giving him my motor while I explore my transmission options.

I know the 65/50 on the firewall is the paint. what is the "M" ?


http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs070.snc3/13747_1285969557411_1475314340_30796894_2573817_n. jpg

[x Baldwin Motion]

Okay, got the 350 in and running nice. Finished up the exhaust today and Mike did some touching up of the grill. Still trying to convince him not to paint it. We start the interior this week.

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs466.ash1/25604_1377607408300_1475314340_31009637_4210454_n. jpg

[x Baldwin Motion]

Still trying to convince him the interior is not that bad, and it's only original once.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif



http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs466.snc3/25604_1377607208295_1475314340_31009633_7096715_n. jpg


http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs446.snc3/25604_1377607168294_1475314340_31009632_8261230_n. jpg

[Salvatore]

I agree with your son. Paint it! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif A nice project for you guys. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[PeteLeathersac]

Lhttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gifVE the patina...please don't paint it!!!

Reminds me of the cool beater Nova w/ built BB in a thread here a few years ago...anyone?.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
~ Pete

[resto4u]

I would keep it this way for a few shows. Not many people get to see a car this original, with original paint. Even if it has a bad sunburn. You can spray with wd-40 and wipe it down, to help keep the look without further rust progression.

[x Baldwin Motion]

I like spray it with WD40 !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

We started to yank the interior today. The original owner may have subscribed to the Italian myth that throwing change in the car is good luck. There were several pre 1969 coins that had very sharp edges stuck deep under the carpet. A few other items that I will photograph as we go along.

As for a second set of seat belts for the shoulder harness, there is no sign they ever existed. So the occupants had the option of using lap or shoulder belts, but not both ?

anyone? I won't reinstall the shoulder straps if that is the case. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[budnate]

you should really install the shoulder belts if he is going to daily drive it, one good wreck his fault or a Mommy wacking him and him eating the wheel wont be fun.

[x Baldwin Motion]

Bud, I was told there would be a second seat of seat belt receivers that I would find under the seat. Not there. Should I try to acquire and install a set? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[budnate]

up to you, I wouldnt let me kid roll in one of these cars on a daily basis without holding them off the column if they crash. check out the repop belts I have been told there pretty good now or scope out ebay and Steves Nova site for some.

or find some out of 73/4 rig I think there all one piece by then?, belts are not going to kill the value but will save him if god forbid he tests them out.

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs469.snc3/25755_1379828423824_1475314340_31015759_4376322_n. jpg

[x Baldwin Motion]

[ QUOTE ]
up to you, I wouldnt let me kid roll in one of these cars on a daily basis without holding them off the column if they crash. check out the repop belts I have been told there pretty good now or scope out ebay and Steves Nova site for some.

or find some out of 73/4 rig I think there all one piece by then?, belts are not going to kill the value but will save him if god forbid he tests them out.

[/ QUOTE ]

Bud, does this set-up really have TWO sets of receivers? Does anyone here have that?
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[budnate]

old shoulder belts did have 2 receivers at the lap, kinda busy at the seat area, that's why most lost one receiver to the abyss under the seat.

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/usergals/2012/06/full-2847-241-dsc_0403.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/attachments/usergals/2012/06/full-2847-242-dsc_0405.jpg


somethings happening with the patinamobile

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/usergals/2012/06/full-2847-243-dsc_0397.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Nice!!

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/usergals/2012/08/full-2847-607-dscn0327.jpg

explaining the stripe

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/usergals/2012/08/full-2847-608-dscn0339.jpg