1964 Chevrolet Nova

The Chevy II Nova changed little for 1964, the big news was the addition of the factory V8 engine option. The new optional V8 was a 195 hp 283 in V8. The Chevy II Nova also lost its midline 300 series and Convertible. Now offered in a 100 series 2 and 4 door sedan and 4 door station wagon, as well as the 400 series 2 and 4 door sedan, 4 door station wagon and the Sport Hardtop Coupe - available with the SS option. 10,576 Chevy II Nova's were produced with the Super Sport "SS" option in 1964.    

 

1964 Chevrolet Nova Specifications

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Chevy II Series 100 - Four-Cyl
01	69	4 Dr Sedan	$2,048	2,495 lbs	Note 1
01	11	2 Dr Sedan	$2,011	2,455 lbs
Chevy II Series 200 - Six-Cyl
02	69	4 Dr Sedan	$2,108	2,580 lbs	Note 1
02	11	2 Dr Sedan	$2,070	2,540 lbs
02	35	2 Dr Station Wagon	$2,406	2,840 lbs
Chevy II Nova Series 400 - Six-Cyl
04	69	4 Dr Sedan	$2,243	2,595 lbs	Note 1
04	11	2 Dr Sedan	$2,206	2,560 lbs
04	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe	$2,271	2,660 lbs
04	35	4 Dr Station Wagon	$2,503	2,860 lbs
Nova Super Sport Series
04	47	2 Dr Hardtop Sport Coupe	$2,433	2,675 lbs	10,576

Notes: Production totals were recorded by body style only. Totals for 1962 were: 4 Dr Sedan - 84,846, 4 Dr Station Wagon - 35,670, and 2 Dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 30,827, 2 Dr Sedan - 40,348

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Chevy II	110 in	182.9 in	69.9 in	56.6 in	56.3 in	6.00 x 13
Chevy II Station Wagon	110 in	187.6 in	69.9 in	56.6 in	56.3 in	6.50 x 13
Chevy II Nova	110 in	182.9 in	69.9 in	56.6 in	56.3 in	6.50 x 13

1964 Chevrolet Nova Options

Description	Description
Air Conditioning	Power Tailgate Window (station wagon)
Rear Armrest	Power Convertible Top
Front Seat Belts (pair)	Push-Button Radio w/ Antenna & Rear Speaker
Heavy-Duty Brakes	Push-Button Radio & Antenna
Comfort & Convenience Group	Divided Rear Seat (station wagon)
Tinted Windows (all glass)	Super Sport Equipment (Nova Sport Coupe)
Tinted Windshield	Full Wheel Covers
Grille Guard	Wire Wheel Covers
Rear Bumper Guard	White Sidewall Tires
Padded Dash	Positraction Rear Axle
Luggage Rack (station wagon)	Heavy-Duty Clutch
Two-Tone Paint	Delcotron 42-amp Generator
Power Brakes	Heavy-Duty Radiator
Power Steering	Powerglide Transmission

Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.

Letter Code	Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Transmission	Carburetor
CF	8-283	195	285	4-Speed Manual	2 BC
CG	8-283	195	285	4-Speed Manual	2 BC
CH	8-283	195	285	3-Speed Manual	2 BC
CJ	8-283	195	285	3-Speed Manual	2 BC
CR	8-283	220	295	Manual	4 BC
CS	8-283	220	295	Manual	4 BC
DE	8-283	195	285	Powerglide	2 BC
DF	8-283	195	285	Powerglide	2 BC
DH	8-283	220	295	Powerglide	4 BC
DL	8-283	220	295	Powerglide	4 BC
H	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
HB	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
HF	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
HL (t)	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
HM (t)	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
HT	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
HU	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC

Nova Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.

Codes - Non-Locking	Codes - Locking	Ratio	Inspection Cover
DB	DF, DH	3.08 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
DJ	DK	3.08 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
DA	DE	3.36 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
DL	DM	3.36 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
DC	DD	3.55 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
DN	DP	3.55 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt