1970 Canadian L78 Nova..

[WILMASBOYL78]

FOR SALE: Rare 1970 Cranberry Red L78 Nova..sold new at Dick Irwin Chevrolet, Vancouver, BC. Rubber floor mat/bench seat car. M-20 4spd, 12 bolt 3.55 posi, am radio, b/s moldings and brite window trim. Steel wheels with dog dish caps. Plain jane muscle! Born with engine and rear..tranny is not original, but is a correct 1970 Nova M-20. Highly documented car: POP, bill of sale, build sheet, pre-delivery form and multiple copies of GM of Canada paperwork. Older restoration that still looks great. I have an extensive photo library of the restoration, pictures of the original owner, magazine features and more. Just took it out of storage to install the new correct 731 seat covers and have it completely detailed. Red, bench seat, rubber mat, BB, 4 speed...hard combo to beat!

Additional info, photos and copies of docs available...please contact me for details at 518-821-6406 or [email protected]
Asking $69,900..thanks, wilma.


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[Postsedan]

Tom,

I sent you an email.

Dan

[bav70ss]

Ahh Tom, if I only had the bucks! I will let Frank know that his old wheels are for sale. Good luck with the sale.....John.

[jasonL78]

I have seen this car in person and I must say it is very very nice. You just don't see that many red L78 nova's around or even for sale.

jason

[302moz]

Nice car almost a twin to my L78

[1969l78]

I have also seen this car.....Was my favorite of Tom's novas!

[brent396]

Very nice tom like the color <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[mockingbird812]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/shocked.gif <span style="font-size: 26pt"><span style="font-style: italic"><span style="font-weight: bold">B</span></span></span>are <span style="font-size: 26pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">B</span></span></span>ones <span style="font-size: 26pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">B</span></span></span>ig <span style="font-size: 26pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">B</span></span></span>lock Nova!!!!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Smart looking Nova Tom!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Sweet Nova Tom,very nice......

[WILMASBOYL78]

Original owner Mr. john Beggs...<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

**notice the hood latches and fender antenna!!..and how about those crazy 1970's shorts <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

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here is the original sales order from Dick Irwin Chevy

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here is the Canadian POP..notice the stock # C2353(written vertically)..same number that is on the firewall photo

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[XXXGoldL34M20]

He traded an 64 acadian to get $606 off this nova.
Now that is a real Canadian car. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

Very nice Nova...good luck with the sale Tom!

[WILMASBOYL78]

This car was featured on the cover of Canadian Classics and Performance...cool cover shot <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

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[the427king]

&quot;Rare 1970 Cranberry Red L78 Nova..sold new at Dick Irwin Chevrolet, Vancouver, BC. Rubber floor mat/bench seat car. M-20 4spd, 12 bolt 3.55 posi, am radio, b/s moldings and brite window trim. Steel wheels with dog dish caps....&quot; Defogger too.

[WILMASBOYL78]

The defogger was probably a dealer installed item at some point...it is not listed on the original GM of Canada documentation.

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[Stefano]

That report is generated from the original microfiche. I have seen original options missed in the manual transfer of info.

Very Cool Nova!

[WILMASBOYL78]

I have a copy of the original microfiche showing this car...does anyone know the option code off hand for the defogger ??..I will check the microfiche and report back.

wilma

[olredalert]

----Tom,,,Have to ask about those original plates. Were they special ordered? His initials and 001 seem to be quite a stretch to have just been the next license plate up when he applied. Pretty cool! Do you have those plates? Such a cool Nova.....Bill S

[the427king]

&quot;...does anyone know the option code off hand for the defogger ??..&quot; I think it was C49 for that year ,if memory serves me it had been C50 earlier on [67? down].

[WILMASBOYL78]

I checked the microfiche...neither of those option codes are listed. Perhaps I have some other info in the &quot;pile of paperwork&quot; that will shed more light. But, it really doesn't matter...the defogger is there.

wilma

[the427king]

The only code that matters is the L78...

[1969L78Nova]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: the427king</div><div class="ubbcode-body">&quot;...does anyone know the option code off hand for the defogger ??..&quot; I think it was C49 for that year ,if memory serves me it had been C50 earlier on [67? down]. </div></div>

C50 for 69 and 70

[WILMASBOYL78]

Here is the Pre-Delivery Inspection form...wilma

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Looks like Mr. Beggs offered $10 as a deposit on the car. I wonder if that would work today? lol.

[Postsedan]

Plus, he traded in a 64 Acadian convert, a very rare car.

Dan

[1969l78]

My L78 has the C50 on the build sheet.

[WILMASBOYL78]

Red car seat project starts tomorrow..got her out today and cleaned top and bottom...now in the shop and ready for the seats and detailing...more to come. Thanks...wilma

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[mockingbird812]

<span style="font-style: italic"><span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-size: 23pt">NICE!!!!</span></span></span>

[1969l78]

Love that color!

[WILMASBOYL78]

Started the seat project today...here is the process;

Removed and wrapped the sill plate trim...this is important..very easy to scuff them when you are removing that heavy bench seat.
Moved seat all the way forward, unbolted seat belts and rear seat attachment bolts...then slid the seat back.
Removed the front bolts and with some help from a friend &quot;we eased her out&quot;...also covered the painted sill and doors to protect them from damage.
Rear seat is a little easier to get out with the front one out of the way.
Found a partial build sheet in the back...but, it was from another Nova (very common)..I already have an original one in the file.
Seats frames were in pretty good shape...light coat of surface oxidation..they will be cleaned and painted before the new covers go on. Should have them back in about 2 weeks...my guy is slammed with the early spring rush!

*** the original rubber mats are in nice shape and both front and back have the part numbers and logo stamps. Found this green leaf air freshner...must be an NOS Canadian item <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

Now, for some photos from today and then on to the detailing..

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Thanks..wilma

[bav70ss]

Gotta love that key fob!!
John.

[mockingbird812]

Nice Wilma. I gotta chuckle when I see your description on your key tag....&quot;1970 Red&quot;. Of course a Nova FREAK like you does not have to put &quot;Nova&quot; on any of his key tags!!!!!

<span style="color: #FFFFFF">.................................................. ......</span> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[Jay_chevelless]

That's a really sweet looking Nova ya got.

[Plowman]

That is the KEY-FOB they should have today,it is so cool.

[WILMASBOYL78]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Plowman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That is the KEY-FOB they should have today,it is so cool. </div></div>

I can thank John Bavin for that key fob... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

wilma

[Plowman]

Ok that is cool.

[lwkitt427]

LOVE YOUR RIDE, REALLY COOL NOVA.

[bav70ss]

That is the KEY-FOB they should have today,it is so cool.
I dropped by the dealership and talked to the sales manager who was able to find a key fob from an earlier day. As I know the previous owner/restorer of Tom's car it was a pleasure to provide Tom with more provenance.
John.

[WILMASBOYL78]

We did some detailing on the red car today..found an interesting item: all of the exhaust system hangers and clamps have &quot;Canada&quot; stamped on them. Now I guess that's not a big thing since the car came from Canada, but it was new to me. I was going to change all the hardware with new shiney stuff...decided to leave them in place... I may clean and paint them though...but they need to be with the car.

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For an older the resto this car has held up great...it's no trailer queen, but it still looks good.

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Eric Jackson &quot;prepped&quot; 4557 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

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[mockingbird812]

Tom,

Lookin real sharp!!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[WILMASBOYL78]

Thanks Sam...I'm just going to keep working on the little details as I go along. Should have the seats back this week...then I can finish the interior detailing. Plan to spend some more time on the undercarriage, refinishing exhaust hardware, a little more cleaning and touch up...should be ready for spring and a new owner. It's starting to shape up real nice.

wilma

Engine bay is just about on the money..we installed some new battery cables and did some other little stuff...need to get a tune-up sticker.

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Nova M20 with tag and TCS connection..

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12 bolt housing has held up real well over the years..

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[Salvatore]

Don't clean it up to much Tom,it looks good from here. Besides, the new owner better be driving it and not using it as a lawn ornament!

[WILMASBOYL78]

Update on the red Candadian car...picked up the seats this week form the upholstery shop...they really came out nice <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif We cleaned all the frames, rebuilt springs and supports in the front seat,and then painted all the metal. We added a new foam insert to the front seat, but retained the factory burlap and stuffing for an original look on all the pieces. I detailed the seat belts and will install some new chrome end caps to finish off the front seat. Seats should go back in tomorrow..more pics then.

wilma

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[mockingbird812]

Nice work Tom! Seats look great!

[Postsedan]

Tom,

I see you rear shocks are not the originals.....check your front shocks....as I have seen &quot;Canada&quot; stamped on them if they are indeed original.

Looking Great!

Dan

[XXXGoldL34M20]

Hey Wilma, it looks like those seats are ready for bed with all those nice covers surrounding them. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif
Nice job <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Postsedan]

Tom,

Here is the picture.....it`s dated '70...hard to read the part number.... looks like 3198949

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Dan

[WILMASBOYL78]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Tom,

I see you rear shocks are not the originals.....check your front shocks....as I have seen &quot;Canada&quot; stamped on them if they are indeed original.

Looking Great!

Dan </div></div>

Dan, front &amp; rear shocks are not the OEM spirals...they are painted the factory grey for the look. Since this car is driven...we went with something a little better than the factory style. But, the new owner can certainly upgrade to spirals if they like <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[WILMASBOYL78]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XXXBlackLs6M22</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey Wilma, it looks like those seats are ready for bed with all those nice covers surrounding them. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif
Nice job <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif </div></div>

I keep my cars and my parts well wrapped...Sammy likes my sleeping bags <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Looks good Tom,nice job...

[Salvatore]

good lookin car Tom. Now fire it up, get it out and spin some tires! Run that baby!

[WILMASBOYL78]

Thanks Sammy...seats are going into today...still working on small detailing items...weather is not too good...she will only go out in the sunshine <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[Salvatore]

any snow your way? Finally see a little sun but still drizzling. pretty chilly here!

[WILMASBOYL78]

No snow...rained hard last nite...snow up north..there were school closings in some places <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

Cool and damp right now...I think we already had spring...now we are back to winter.

wilma

[lowmile]

The orange wheels and original tires in the back ground look vaguely familiar. M

[WILMASBOYL78]

Don't they now... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Mark...hope you are well.

wilma

[WILMASBOYL78]

This car hasn't found a new home yet <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif We completed the interior upgrades awhile back, which includes the correct basket weave vinyl seat covers. Really nice ride, bullet proof docs and freshly detailed. Additional photos or info available...just give me a shout or send a message.

wilma

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[WILMASBOYL78]

<span style="font-weight: bold">Here's a slideshow of the car..thanks.

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