The 1963 Chevrolet Nova now offerred an SS package in 1963. |
1963 Chevrolet Nova
A new grille insert and additional trim spruced up the look for the compact 1963 Chevy II Nova which also now offered its own SS package as a new option for Nova 400 Convertibles and Sports Coupes. Sporting SS emblems, a silvery taillight panel, bright side molding, the SS option carried a additional price tag of $161.00 and could be packaged with the $42.00 14-inch wheel option with spinner hubcaps for a much sportier look. Novas could not "officially" be ordered with the V8 engines yet, as the standard SS engine was the six-cylinder —although many ended up with a small-block V8 under the hood as it proved a mighty combination of power and light weight for many drag racers.1963 Chevrolet Nova Specifications and Production
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 | $2,040 | 2,445 lbs | Note 1,2 |
01 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan | $2,003 | 2,430 lbs | |
01 | 35 | 2 Dr Station Wagon | $2,338 | 2,725 lbs | |
Chevy II Series 100 - Six-Cyl | |||||
01 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,099 | 2,545 lbs | Note 1,2 |
01 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan | $2,062 | 2,520 lbs | |
01 | 35 | 2 Dr Station Wagon | $2,397 | 2,810 lbs | |
Chevy II Series 300 - Four-Cyl | |||||
03 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,121 | 2,470 lbs | Note 1,2 |
03 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan | $2,084 | 2,440 lbs | |
03 | 45 | 4 Dr Station Wagon | $2,516 | 2,810 lbs | |
Chevy II Series 300 - Six-Cyl | |||||
03 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,180 | 2,560 lbs | Note 1,2 |
03 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan | $2,143 | 2,530 lbs | |
03 | 45 | 4 Dr Station Wagon | $2,575 | 2,900 lbs | |
Chevy II Nova Series 400 - Six-Cyl | |||||
04 | 49 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,235 | 2,590 lbs | Note 1,2,3 |
04 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe | $2,262 | 2,590 lbs | |
04 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible | $2,472 | 2,760 lbs | |
04 | 35 | 4 Dr Station Wagon | $2,494 | 2,835 lbs |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Chevy II | 110 in | 183 in | 69.9 in | 56.8 in | 56.3 | 6.00 x 13 |
Chevy II Station Wagon | 110 in | 187.4 in | 69.9 in | 56.8 in | 56.3 | 6.50 x 13 |
Chevy II Nova | 110 in | 183 in | 69.9 in | 56.8 in | 56.3 | 6.00 x 13 |
Vin Decoding
Serial Numbers were stamped on a plate on the left front door hinge pillar (center pillar on Corvair). The Fisher Body number plate on the right-hand side of the cowl gives additional information such as the body style number, the production sequence number, the trim (upholstery) number code and the paint number code.First Symbol - Year |
3 = 1963 |
Second & Third Symbol - Series | |
01 = Chevy II (4-cyl) | 14 = Impala SS (V-8) |
02 = Chevy II | 15 = Bel Air 1500 Series (6-cyl) |
04 = Chevy II Nova | 16 = Bel Air 1600 Series (V-8) |
05 = Corvair 500 Series (6-cyl) | 17 = Impala 1700 Series (6-cyl) |
06 = Corvair 600 Monza Spyder (6-cyl) | 18 = Impala 1800 Series (V-8) |
07 = Corvair Deluxe 700 Series (6-cyl) | 53 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (6-cyl) |
08 = Corvette | 54 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (V-8) |
09 = Corvair Monza/Spyder 900 Series (6-cyl) | 55 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (6-cyl) |
11 = Biscayne 1100 Series (6-cyl) | 56 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (V-8) |
12 = Biscayne 1200 Series (V-8) | 57 = Chevelle Malibu SS (6-cyl) |
13 = Impala SS (6-cyl) | 58 = Chevelle Malibu SS (V-8) |
Fourth & Fifth Symbol - Body Style | |
11 = 2dr Sedan | 41 = 2dr Sedan |
15 = 2 dr Station Wagon (6P) | 45 = 4dr Station Wagon (9P) |
19 = 4dr Sedan | 47 = 2dr Sport Coupe |
27 = 2dr Sedan | 49 = 4dr Sedan |
35 = 4dr Station Wagon (6P) | 67 = 2dr Convertible |
37 = 2dr Hardtop or Sport Coupe | 69 = 4dr Sedan |
39 = 4dr Hardtop or Sport Sedan | 70 = Sedan Delivery |
(A) Atlanta, Georgia | (L) Los Angeles, California |
(B) Baltimore, Maryland | (N) Norwood, Ohio |
(F) Flint, Michigan | (O) Oakland, California |
(G) Framingham, Massachusetts | (S) St. Louis, Missouri |
(J) Janesville, Wisconsin | (T) Tarrytown, New York |
(K) Kansas City, Missouri | (W) Willow Run, Michigan |
Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence |
Started at 100001 |
1963 Chevrolet Nova Options
Description | Description |
Air Conditioning | Push-Button Radio w/ Antenna & Rear Speaker |
Rear Armrest | Manual Radio & Antenna |
Rear Bumper Guard | Push-Button Radio & Antenna |
Front Seat Belts | Divided Second Seat (station wagon) |
Grille Guard | Super Sport Equipment |
Heavy-Duty Brakes | Full Wheel Covers |
Comfort & Convenience Group | Wire Wheel Covers |
Tinted Windows (all glass) | White Sidewall Tires |
Tinted Windshield | Positraction Rear Axle |
Padded Dash | Heavy-Duty Radiator |
Luggage Rack (station wagon) | Heavy-Duty Clutch |
Two-Tone Paint | Delcotron 42-amp Generator |
Power Brakes | Powerglide Transmission |
Power Steering | 283-cid V-8 (dealer installed) |
Power Tailgate Window (station wagon) | 327-cid V-8 (dealer installed) |
Power Convertible Top |
1963 Chevrolet Nova 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 |
EG | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 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 |
Transmission Codes
Transmission | Location |
3-Speed Manual | Stamped on rear face of upper right corner |
4-Speed (Corvair) | Stamped on boss on lower left side of case just below side cover. |
Powerglide (Corvair) | On top of the case in the rear at 11 o'clock. |
Powerglide | Stamped on the bottom of oil pan |
Plant and Type Designation Prefix | Plant | Transmission Type |
W | Warner Gear | 3-Speed |
S | Saginaw | 3-Speed |
M | Muncie | 3-Speed, Overdrive* |
C | Cleveland | Powerglide |
T | Toledo | Powerglide |
D | Saginaw | Overdrive |
K | McKinnon | 3-Speed |
E | McKinnon | Powerglide |
O | Saginaw | Overdrive |
A | Cleveland | 2-Speed, Manual Powerglide |
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 |
Paint Codes - Exterior Colors
900 - Tuxedo Black Lucite® Code - 88 Dulux® Code - 93-005 | 922 - Ember Red Lucite® Code - 4387LH Dulux® Code - 93-95896H | ||
905 - Laurel Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4255L Dulux® Code - 181-95185 | 923 - Riverside Red Lucite® Code - 2931LH Dulux® Code - 93-93037H | ||
908 - Ivy Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4394L Dulux® Code - 181-96219 | 932 - Saddle Tan Metallic Lucite® Code - 4392L Dulux® Code - 181-96217 | ||
912 - Silver Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4250L Dulux® Code - 181-95180 | 934 - Cordovan Brown Metallic Lucite® Code - 4393L | ||
914 - Monaco Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4391L Dulux® Code - 181-96000 | 936 - Ermine White Lucite® Code - 4024L Dulux® Code - 93-93774 | ||
916 - Daytona Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4395L Dulux® Code - 181-96220 | 938 - Adobe Beige Lucite® Code - 4256L Dulux® Code - 93-95186 | ||
918 - Azure Aqua Metallic Lucite® Code - 4253L Dulux® Code - 181-95183 | 940 - Satin Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 4247L Dulux® Code - 181-95176 | ||
919 - Marine Aqua Metallic Lucite® Code - 4390LH Dulux® Code - 181-95998H | 941 - Sebring Silver (FIRE-FROST) Lucite® Code - 867-96417 | ||
920 - Autumn Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 4257L Dulux® Code - 181-95187 | 948 - Palomar Red Metallic Lucite® Code - 4389LM |
Paint Code | Color Name | Paint Code | Color Name |
950 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Tuxedo Black (900) | 970 | (Upper) Adobe Beige (938) (Lower) Autumn Gold Metallic (920) |
954 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Laurel Green Metallic (905) | 971 | (Upper) Adobe Beige (938) (Lower) Saddle Tan Metallic (932) |
959 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Silver Blue Metallic (912) | 972 | (Upper) Adobe Beige (938) (Lower) Ermine White (936) |
962 | (Upper) Silver Blue Metallic (912) (Lower) Monaco Blue Metallic (914) | 973 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Ember Red Metallic (922) |
963 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Azure Aqua Metallic (918) | 984 | (Upper) Ermine White (936) (Lower) Satin Silver Metallic (940) |
967 | (Upper) Azure Aqua Metallic (918) (Lower) Marine Aqua Metallic (919) |
NOTES: General Motors paint code plate for all models except Corvair and Corvette is located under the hood at the top of the firewall on the left or right of the upper shroud. Corvair paint code plate is on the left rear wheel housing. Corvette paint code plate is under the dash, below the glove compartment.
Paint Codes - Interior Colors
Ivory Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) | Dark Green Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | ||
Medium Fawn Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) | Medium Aqua Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) | ||
Dark Fawn Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | Dark Aqua Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | ||
Medium Saddle Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | Light Red Lucite® Code - (flat) | ||
Medium Saddle Lucite® Code - (flat) | Medium Red Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) | ||
Medium Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | Medium Red Metallic Lucite® Code - (flat) | ||
Dark Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) Lucite® Code - (flat) | Black Lucite® Code - (flat) | ||
Medium Green Metallic Lucite® Code - (semi-gloss) |
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