1969 documented L78 Nova

[ssl78]

This Nova is Fathom grn with green deluxe int it has 19k original miles, original interior and all original sheet metal. It was sold new at Brigance Chevrolet I have all dealer paper work including window sticker. The only original drivetrain that is left is the rear end housing. I am selling the car as body only. I actually took it for a ride today and the car rides just like it did when it was brand new the doors close perfect and solid all gaps are very nice the paint job is incredible painted in 2001 and hasnt been on the street much since then there is still minor trim work to be installed outside and in the interior but will cost nothing every thing is there.
I would consider trading it for a very nice 69 Camaro paperwork doesnt matter but want a very nice car preferably set up for a big block. Price is 36,500.00
For more info on the car and pictures go to muscle car discussion and go to details 69 Nova 19k miles.
John 630 333 8333 http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova064.jpgIMG]http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova031.jpg[/IMG]IMG]http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova101.jpg[/IMG]http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova102.jpg

[ssl78]

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova101.jpg

[ssl78]

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova031.jpg

[NovaMob03]

Hey Shoney, are ya related to the salesperson? I think I remember you telling me that your family tree grew sideways http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif

[Chevy454]

John: by "I am selling the car as body only" do you mean that you're keeping the engine/trans in the car, or just emphasizing the non-original engine/trans status of the car? You mention driving it, so I'm just trying to understand correctly...

[ssl78]

I am going to take the engine and trans out of the car and sell just the body.

[Schonyenko2]

I expect we are related. Hell, if Cheny and Obama are related, we're a lock. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[47Hammer]

Let's see, buy the car for $36,500 or so, add spare
NOS L-88 from 427King for another $10,500, http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif throw in a M-22 for another $1,500.00 to $2000.00
and you have a real car with docs but NOM and Trans for around $50k. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif Then slap the Cragars on it and cruise. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[427king]

[ QUOTE ]
Let's see, buy the car for $36,500 or so, add spare
NOS L-88 from 427King for another $10,500, throw in a M-22 for another $1,500.00 to $2000.00

[/ QUOTE ] Actually that car needs a 854 CE or JH code with dated M21 for about 5K less than the L88 and M22, and the car will actually be worth more in the end.

[ssl78]

Chuck I thought it was a 272 block if so I have one dated very close to the car. Thats my other option.

[427king]

John, 854 if its a CE works best is what i meant , then again i dont know when the car was built either, so a 272 CE can work too..272 for sure if its a JH and built before June 69

[firstgenaddict]

It is an early car... the invoice date is in Oct 68...

[Zedder]

Sounds like a great car at a fair price to me and I would definitely build an L78 motor for the car if it were mine. If it were any other color I'd be all over this car - nothing against Green guys, it's just a personal preference http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

[92646]

Nice car, I would sonic test the 272 block and take it to 427 std. bore if it will go that far, then I would contact Stefano about the perfect trans for that car. John if you have the right block for the car why don't you put it together and sell it as a complete car?
Mark Sheppard

[427king]

John i have a sept JH nova L78 motor,272 CE motor,both w all dated correct parts and an unstamped or dated M21 660 case trans ......... besides, you have something I need http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[47Hammer]

Hey, this car is getting nicer and nicer by the minute. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif

[ssl78]

"John if you have the right block for the car why don't you put it together and sell it as a complete car"?
2 reasons the car is a 09B of 68 car and the engine is a I 14 8 block if it was just 2 weeks earlier it would be perfect. Second I really have two many projects going right now, but if I have to put it on the back burners I will.
Chuck whats the date of your september engine I would be interested if it was first couple days of Sept. I will give you a call.
What vin number did 69 Novas start at this has to be one of the first 69s I think

[427king]

John, i have seen a real early 69 that used a 440 block..probably not real common though as there are aug 68 272s out there ill have to check the dates on the early motors i have .

[ssl78]

I have had several requests from people wanting to know what other paper work I have for the Nova here it is.http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova104.jpg

[ssl78]

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova011.jpg

[ssl78]

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova010.jpg

[Zedder]

John, was this "Merrit M. Lovett" related to the "Merrit M. Lovett" from Oak Park that played one major league ball game in the '30's??? His son perhaps...or the car was put in Dad's name when new???

[Allen]

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I have had several requests from people wanting to know what other paper work I have for the Nova here it is.http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg48/ssl78/l78nova104.jpg

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Hey, there's a "Schoenthaler" on there!

[ssl78]

price lowered to 35k, or will sell complete for 44k

[wheelhop]

Hell of a car, I've seen it in person http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

[370454s]

John, is the Nova still for sale? If it is, would you sell it complete?
Mike

[Salvatore]

Rob, Buy John's car will ya!!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gifhttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[ssl78]

yes still for sale and will sell it complete. Give me a call at 630 333 8333

[370454s]

Sure would look nice next to my newly acquired 69 Chevelle SS 396 Post Sedan.

Mike

[Postsedan]

Mike,

I`ve made the arrangements for you to visit John`s place and see the L78 Nova after the Elmhurst cruise on Wednesday evening.

Dan.

[ssl78]

still for sale reasonable offers. Only 15 minutes from Vettefest.

[ssl78]

complete car 40,000 John 630 333 8333

[ssl78]

still for sale John 630 333 8333

[ssl78]

If anybody is interested in seeing this Nova I am located about 35 minutes from the show this weekend

[ssl78]

Still for sale here is a short video it now has cragars
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3iLXhDe12Ac

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2013/07/full-338-5828-dsc06309.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2013/07/full-338-5829-dsc06310.jpg

[Postsedan]

This Nova is very nice and has a great story!

Dan

[L78 Fred]

John,

I have a Block close to your vin- 5,739 units off- have you found anything closer yet?
NOVA Vin L78 396/375 HP block with factory stamping on the deck of T0905 JH
vin 19W316193

4.097-4.099 avg bore size- Standard BORE- should be bored
.003 average out of round
.003 average out of taper
4.102 Bore under ridge
magnafluxed ok

$2,500 + shipping if interested
I'm sure that I have some other L78 dated parts for it as well- 418 starter ect
Take care- beautiful car deserves a good home!
Fred

[scott s]

Kinda odd that it has a close ratio trans with 355 gears isnt it??

[ssl78]

Thanks Fred but I already have a correct block for the car. The original rear end is a BN code 3;55 open