1968 Nova SS Chevy II Original 396 Big Block, One owner last 32 years!! Exc Cond

Make:	Chevrolet
Model:	Nova
Type:	Coupe
Trim:	Super Sport 396
Year:	1968
Mileage:	17,000
VIN:	114278W377811
Color:	Blue
Engine:	396 Big Block
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	5 speed Tremec TK0600
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	Black
Drive side:	Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Description of 1968 Chevrolet Nova Super Sport 396

Selling my RARE 1968 Chevy II/Nova that I've owned this car for 32 years. There were under 1000 of these big block cars with 325/375hp engines combined. This Nova has stainless trim and badges I have never seen on any other Nova. It's always been well taken care of and no expense spared. I've continually upgraded this vehicle to make it a good daily driver yet fun for handling and going fast. I've added power steering, air conditioning, sway bars and front disk brakes. The list of upgrades goes on and on. I'll list them at the end.
You're probably wondering about the paint. The story goes that this car was painted for the World of Wheels here in Chicago and with the hand painted/airbrushed skyline of Chicago it won second place in its class. You can easily tell how long ago this car was painted because the iconic Sears/Willis Tower is missing from the skyline. The tower was completed in 1973. The reflections of the buildings can be seen in the water of lake michigan. Chicago Blues and Life in the Fast Lane are hand lacquer painted on this retro ride. Many time I have thought of painting it, but I've had it this long, that I cannot bring myself to remove it. The choice is yours.
I can tell you the body is perfectly straight, original metal except for the fiberglass hood. The trunk/floor are all rust free and original speckle paint. The rear fender lips were rolled to allow for larger tires of the era. I've put on American Racing wheels with probably too much offset for most people. I've lost interest in working on this car to have it sit in my garage year after year without me driving it but only a few miles a year. The care was purchased with 2500 miles on the odometer and now has about 17,000 miles.
I've loved this car and it's taught me a lot in my younger years and now that I have become a professional mechanical engineer I gave back as much love as I could. I hope to find this rare nova the right enthusiast to take this car to the next level.
Here is short a list of what I can remember. Feel free to call me or email me for videos or more information.

Front Wilwood Disks with line lock that use the stock drum spindles and will allow stock 14" rims to be used.
Vintage Air cold air conditioning (original heater core included in sale)
Quick Ratio GM steering box (original steering box included in sale)
Tremec TKO 600 5 speed with diaphram Centerforce clutch assy (original close ratio muncie available)
Edelbrock Performer up to 250HP Nitrous System with heater, blow down tube, and pressure gauge with throttle activation.
Cal-Trac Rear suspension with correct shocks and springs for the perfect launch
4:11 gears and eaton posi-traction unit with Strange Axles and C-Clip eliminators
MSD Igntion box and MSD distributor and alternate standard HEI/pointless igition systems.
295/17 Drag radials, like new, still sticky
Black 1970 Chevelle Front Bucket Seats, stock rear seat. They fit and sit very well.
Powder coated fender wells, hood hinges, bell housing and many other parts too.
Billet Aluminum Accessories Drive system.
Original interior was blue but has been dyed/painted to match the black seats.
396 big block, oval port heads, single plane manifold (allows for higher hp nitrous, I never used more than 175hp).
Forged pistons, forged crank, CompCams XE274H hydraulic cam.
Huge Hooker Headers Competition headers from the 70's were recently ceramic coated.
750 holley double pumper with holley electric fuel pump.
4 core radiator and correct OEM clutched cooling fan.
Large sway bars for exceptional cornering.
Large Tachometer with shift light.
All Super Sport badges and Trim are correct and original to the car.
Tinted windows on original glass.
All the lights and electrical are working correctly.
Runs and drives great.

Call/Text Matt with questions or for more info. 714-321-3904

On Aug-29-17 at 21:27:40 PDT, seller added the following information:

Original 396 Super Sport. 10.25:1 compression with open chamber heads, pocket ported heads, completely rebuilt with Comp Cams springs, runs great on premium or better. Rebuilt 12-bolt GM rear axle and brakes. With the exception of some very minor surface rust, the car is completely rust free, original metal including floor/trunk pans. Original 4-speed car.