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70Novass
04-06-2005, 11:12 PM
Has anyone seen the latest edition of H.M.M. What do you all think of the '70 Nova featured in it? Do you think it is for real? I don't. Look at the dash. Why should this one be different from all the other COPO's . Also, this is the first time I have heard of a COPO Nova going up to Canada. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsdown.gif
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-06-2005, 11:28 PM
LMAO! Just because you have not heard about it, must not be real 'eh'?
Not only is this car real, it's got the GM of Canada paperwork with both COPO #'s listed on it. Get some detail right here:
http://www.yenko.net/features/2001/December2001.htm
Allen
04-06-2005, 11:29 PM
I haven't seen the article yet, but I'm aware of the car that you're talking about and briefly met the owner at the Supercar reunion last year. I'm sure it's the real deal. Neat car and color too.
It's featured at the link below.
http://www.yenko.net/features/2001/December2001.htm
Nice 1st post.
Welcome Lincoln.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif
70Novass
04-07-2005, 12:23 AM
Thanks,
OK fine. I wonder how his dash ended up with white script. My '70 SS has green on the dash, heater and radio.
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 01:52 AM
It's not white, it's green. Many times the green tint is not distinguishable in photos, even on ebay photos, which is why most people will actually reference the 'green' tint.
We're just bustin your chops on this one http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif You aren't the first person to mistake this silver bullet for a wanna-be, and you won't be last. Since you took it so well, you can reply first to the next person who makes the accusation!
Welcome, and tell us about your NovaSS.
Chevy454
04-07-2005, 02:20 AM
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Also, this is the first time I have heard of a COPO Nova going up to Canada.
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I believe it is one of 2 non-Yenko COPO Novas built in 1970, both of which went North across the border...which is good, because the original factory paperwork is still available, and attainable, on the Canadian cars. Unlike the rash of clone cars in some recent mags, this car is the real deal...
70Novass
04-07-2005, 07:10 AM
Well, obviously a VERY rare one indeed.
I am the second owner of my Nova SS. Bought it off the original owner back in '89 who coincidently ordered it from Central Chevy in Canada also. It's pretty much original. 350 - 300HP 4-Speed, w/4:10 12 bolt. The 1st owner Drag raced it for a while up in Canada when new and then proceeded to travel all across the Western US in it. He was a Tool and Die maker for Borg-Warner. That's how I came upon it. I worked with Him at one of Borg's divisions. Earlier this year I decided to do a full restoration on it so having a good source of information and feedback during this process is important to me. I want the car to be correct so I will be bouncing my thoughts off you guy's from time to time.
Thanks in advance.
mhassett
04-07-2005, 03:09 PM
It was a great article and detailed pictures, also it was nice to have everything explained about the COPO NOVA'S. The best thing is that Pete ENJOYS it and Races it.
CONGRATS PETE http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif
Mark
supercomp 8.90
04-07-2005, 03:20 PM
that is one awesome nova!!!! i love the sleeper look. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif
firstgenaddict
04-07-2005, 05:31 PM
Pete ain't scared to treatem like they were meant to be treated!
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 06:44 PM
You guys should read the MCR article from '98 or so where he raced all three of the copos - the Nova went 12.99 on the drag radials! through exhaust manifolds! through the tailpipes!! That's impressive http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif
Canucklehead
04-07-2005, 07:36 PM
Has the second one ever surfaced?
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 07:48 PM
Crushed.
This is for my Friend..COPO Pete Simpson.
December/January 1998-All 3 are his Cars. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/Rick_Peters/Petecover0001.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/Rick_Peters/Petenova10001.jpg
12.975 @106.24MPH to be exact on that day.http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/Rick_Peters/Peteresults0001.jpg
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 09:06 PM
Rockin!!
( I think JJ was drivin? (after he broke the 'velle http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif ))
Yes JJ drove that particular Nova ET.
He didn't break nothin..it was not properly "Secured" earlier. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 09:36 PM
Are you sure JJ didn't crack open the center section on the Chevelle? The tube was fine with the orig codes, but the casting where tube goes in broke?
Teasin ya M.
Your recollection is correct.Article goes on to say there was an earlier repair on that Chevelle axle housing,that was poorly done.
Don't blame the Driver. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 11:46 PM
JJ is a wild man, especially when he's piloting a 4hitter! I think he bent his shifter rods last June on his 'vette while hammerin gears at the pure stock race http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif
YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
04-07-2005, 11:49 PM
That was a bummer on the 'velle in that article, because I think that chevelle is fully capable of matching the et of the copo camaro. I've seen it racing at subsequent pure stock events, and JJ can really drive!
COPO PETE
04-08-2005, 03:35 PM
Thanks for the kind words guys. I still have not got my copy yet http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif One of these days I might actually restore the car. When I got it, it had blue velour seat inserts and a after market wheel etc etc, a lot of wrong things. The good news was that it had all original body panels and the original motor and bum. Back in 86 I put the wrong seat covers on it because I did'nt know any better, and really did'nt care as I knew I was just gunna race it. Found a 71 steering wheel that would do for the time etc etc. I now have a new dash that is'nt cut out for gauges, a new steering wheel, and an original May 70 dated exhaust manfolds/smog with original hoses from a May 70 Z28 that was removed the first week of purchase and put in a attic. Maybe by the 10th Supercar Reunion it will be ready. At least that's kinda my aim. Thanks again
COPO PETE
04-08-2005, 03:42 PM
On the Chevelle, it was a pooly previous repair on the center section. It is all welded up and fixed properly now. Still all original tubes and center section. You can see the welds and some think I should fix it so you can't see them, but I like to think of it has history of the car and leave it that way.
I got that line of thinking from Micky Hale as he left some of the war wounds on his 'Cane from it's glory dayz!
Before that shootout, I never really looked at the rar end. I had never raced the car since I had owned it, so when the shootout came up we went tp the track the week-end before. I had the carb rebuilt and the distributor recurved and the first and second passes were both 13 teens, so we were happy and went home thinking the car was ready!
Peter
COPO427
04-08-2005, 10:59 PM
Pete's buddy Jim races it cause Pete likes the automatic 69 COPO Camaros he owns but also races Jim in the Nova when he's in his 69 yellow COPO Chevelle that I could have bought before Pete. His 55 Chevy was a blast too when he took me for a drive. I nearly $hit myself.
John Brown
04-12-2005, 06:21 AM
Look, you can even buy Copo Pete on e-bay.
Copo Pete (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6760&item=79677943 33&rd=1)
Pete's gonna be world famous. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif
Jeez..I just came from my Local Book store & they must have 20 issues of the May 2005 issue still.
Why spend $6.00 for 6 pages,when you can pay $3.99 for the entire magazine. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif
COPO PETE
04-12-2005, 06:36 AM
Well I'm still waiting to get my copy yet! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif Thanks for the link to evil bay John. At least I get to see some of it. Glad to see the Central plate shows up well. If ya don't mind Rick, maybe you could pick me up a couple of issues. I'll give you money and some beer at the Reunion! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
Peter
Bill Pritchard
04-12-2005, 04:39 PM
Don't lose hope on getting your subscription copy, Pete - mine just arrived in the mail yesterday. Congrats on your cars and the nice article http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif
SmallHurst
04-13-2005, 11:01 AM
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Look, you can even buy Copo Pete on e-bay.
Copo Pete (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6760&item=79677943 33&rd=1)
Pete's gonna be world famous. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif
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I knew that the Judge could be bought, but Pete! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif
Hey Pete, are you coming down to Dayton in June? I have not decided one way or the other yet. I sure that you have some farmin' to do or counting some chickens. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif
COPO PETE
04-16-2005, 03:15 PM
Well finally got my issue yesterday. Thanks for the kind words guys!(you too 70NovaSS). http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif Can't believe the how clear the pictures are.
Peter
redline
04-18-2005, 08:36 PM
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Well, obviously a VERY rare one indeed.
I am the second owner of my Nova SS. Bought it off the original owner back in '89 who coincidently ordered it from Central Chevy in Canada also. It's pretty much original. 350 - 300HP 4-Speed, w/4:10 12 bolt. The 1st owner Drag raced it for a while up in Canada when new and then proceeded to travel all across the Western US in it. He was a Tool and Die maker for Borg-Warner. That's how I came upon it. I worked with Him at one of Borg's divisions. Earlier this year I decided to do a full restoration on it so having a good source of information and feedback during this process is important to me. I want the car to be correct so I will be bouncing my thoughts off you guy's from time to time.
Thanks in advance.
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Was it sold new at Central Chev/Olds in London, Ont?
They sold their share of hot rods. Also campained a '69 Z28.
retengw31
04-19-2005, 09:59 PM
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Look, you can even buy Copo Pete on e-bay.
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Hey Peter:
I've "sold" twice on ebay, nobody bid on you. I even bid on myself one time just to run it up. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif
70Novass
05-03-2005, 12:40 AM
Didn't mean any disrespect Peter. You obviously have an incredible Nova. You see a lot of clone cars out there and the magazines all claim to have their experts. I have been a Nova lover since my brother brought home a new 375 Horse 4-Speed SS back in '69. Great to see this one's in the right hands.
70Novass
05-03-2005, 12:49 AM
Yes it was. I don't have much info relating to the purchase though. Just His word. The guy I bought it from back in '89 was not the kind of person that valued those kind of details. He bought the car to race and have fun with. No protecto and such. I plan a full restoration though. I am hoping to find the build sheet somewhere in the car. Any ideas where to look?
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