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In 1987 I bought a new Chev Nova to replace my 1977 Corolla. Hard to believe it is now ready for judging. I don't have the car anymore, having replaced it with a 92 Camry and passed it along to my Teenage daughter. She sold it to a pair of gentlemen who drove it home to South America somewhere. While I had it, the radiator rusted out (I lived on the Northern California coast) and it developed innumerable rattles and clunks. I did t-bone it into a small pickup and the frame was supposedly straightened-but I wouldn't vouch for their work. When my daughter sold it, it had a problem of steaming a little when you shut it down, and continuous electrical problems that would make it stall.
If you're buying one to restore, this is a little of what to look for from a previous from-new owner.
Jim
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Willwood Engineering
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Probably wont see many at the shows since I have not seen one on the road in a long time,there are probably a few little old ladies cars out there somewhere.
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Jim, we must realize that what is "nostalgic" to one person at one age level might not be to another person younger or older. We must accept that concept if our club is going to continue. The older members need to respect and understand the younger members and vica versa. A special 1988 Chevy Nova is the "Twin Cam" sedan which was a one-year production with 3000 made. It is still Chevrolet History, which, by the way is still happening as compared to other GM lines who are now just history. (Olds, Pontiac, others) Don't make fun of any car but respect and understand the place in history that all models have. Hope you understand. 
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I worked at a Chevy dealer dealer when they came out and we made fun of them then,they were know as a toylet around the dealer.
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Geez, hadn't thought of my '86 Chevy "turbo" in years...Powered by a three (3) cylinder, turbo charged, Suzuki 1000 cc engine...
Man, that tin-can could fly...Made in Japan.
What was Chevrolet thinking...?
Miss that car...
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Geez, hadn't thought of my '86 Chevy "turbo" in years...Powered by a three (3) cylinder, turbo charged, Suzuki 1000 cc engine... Forgot to mention it was the "Sprint" ...model.
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My gosh, Jim...Been reading about your '29 and the work you had to do on the brakes...Then, I read the eBay Auction description as to it's EXCELLENT condition and VERY drivable and I got to wondering, what in the heck...?
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And here's some comments from a previous new '88 Nova owner! Bought it new for $9,900.for my Wife.Had it 10 years 'til I bought her another new vehicle.Excellent little car.Only needed basic standard maint.Great value at the time.Built in California by UAW. Time ain't slowin' down for anybody. I embrace and am excited for the chance to judge or certify the 80's Chevrolet's.Nice original low milers are still affordable,too. We all have stories about a car we'd never expect to see being restored and cherished by a car buff,or out on the show field! This is the future of,and what keeps the antique car hobby going.Newer vehicles getting some love is only a positive for the hobby,imo. Look around at any of the big cruise nights.There's plenty of 70's-90's vehicles mixed in with the traditional vintage iron.And it's all a win-win for us and VCCA! Jim Downum NIR In 1987 I bought a new Chev Nova to replace my 1977 Corolla. Hard to believe it is now ready for judging. I don't have the car anymore, having replaced it with a 92 Camry and passed it along to my Teenage daughter. She sold it to a pair of gentlemen who drove it home to South America somewhere. While I had it, the radiator rusted out (I lived on the Northern California coast) and it developed innumerable rattles and clunks. I did t-bone it into a small pickup and the frame was supposedly straightened-but I wouldn't vouch for their work. When my daughter sold it, it had a problem of steaming a little when you shut it down, and continuous electrical problems that would make it stall.
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Jim
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