The Nova SS 396 option was in its final year of production in 1970. |
1970 Chevrolet Nova
The 1970 Nova was little changed from previous year ’69, although new side markers and taillight lenses were now wider and positioned slightly differently. Sadly, 1970 was the final year performance fans could option the Nova with the famous SS 396 engine option. The 300hp 350 was “officially” noted as the top engine offering, with only a handful of 396’s that were dropped into the ’70 Nova. Approximately 177 COPO Novas were ordered, with 175 converted by Yenko Chevrolet, and the other two were sold in Canada.1970 Chevrolet Nova Production Numbers
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Nova Series 11 - Four-Cyl | |||||
11 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,205 | 2,843 lbs | 2,247 |
11 | 27 | 2 Dr Coupe | $2,176 | 2,820 lbs | |
Nova Series 13 - Six-Cyl | |||||
13 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,264 | 2,942 lbs | 173,632 |
13 | 27 | 2 Dr Coupe | $2,254 | 2,919 lbs | |
Nova Series 14 - V-8 | |||||
14 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan | $2,533 | Not Available | 139,243 |
14 | 27 | 2 Dr Coupe | $2,503 | Not Available |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Chevy II Nova | 111 in | 189.4 in | 73 in | 59 in | 58.9 in | E78 x 14B |
Options & Accessories
Description | Description |
Four-Season Air Conditioning | Wheel Covers |
Power Drum Brakes | 350-cid/250-hp V-8 |
Power Front Disc Brakes | 250-cid/155-hp 6-Cyl |
Carpeted Load Floor | 4-Speed Manual Transmission (wide-ratio) |
Console w/ Bucket Seats | 4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio) |
Electro-Clear Rear Defroster | Turbo Hydra-Matic Transmission |
Standard Rear Defroster | Torque Drive Transmission |
Power Door Locks | Powerglide Transmission |
Tinted Windows (all glass) | Positraction Rear Axle |
Headlight Delay System | Heavy-Duty Battery |
Special Instrumentation | Dual Exhaust |
AM Push-Button Radio | 63-amp Generator |
AM/FM Push-Button Radio | Engine Block Heater |
AM/FM Push-Button Radio w/ FM Stereo | Heavy-Duty Radiator |
Stereotape w/ AM Radio | Custom Exterior Package |
Power Steering | Z26 Nova SS Package |
Comfortilt Steering Wheel | L34 Nova SS Package |
Vinyl Roof | L38 Nova SS Package |
Engine Data
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 |
CCA | 4-153 | 90 | 152 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
CCB | 4-153 | 90 | 152 | Torque Drive | 1 BC |
CCD | 6-230 | 140 | 220 | Torque Drive | 1 BC |
CCG | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1BC |
CCK | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 1BC |
CCL | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1BC |
CCM | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | Powerglide | 1BC |
CCZ | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1BC |
CKO | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CKP (A.H.) | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CKQ | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Manual (Heavy Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
CKT (A.H.) | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CKU | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Manual (Heavy Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
CNC | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | 3-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CND | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CNE | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | Powerglide | 2 BC |
CNF | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 2 BC |
CNI | 8-350 | 250 | 345 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CNJ | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CNK | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
CNM | 8-350 | 250 | 345 | Powerglide | 2 BC |
CNN | 8-350 | 250 | 345 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 2 BC |
CRE | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 4 BC |
CRF | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1BC |
CRG | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1BC |
CTB | 8-350 # | 360 | 380 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CTC | 8-350 # | 360 | 380 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CTW | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CTX | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CTY | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CYZ | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | Manual (Heavy Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
* High Performance
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 |
CBA | CBB, CPI, CPJ | 2.56 | 10 Bolt |
CBC | CBD | 3.36 | 10 Bolt |
CBL | CBR | 3.07 | 12 Bolt |
CBM | CBS | 3.31 | 12 Bolt |
CBN | CBT | 3.55 | 12 Bolt |
CBP | CPX | 2.73 | 12 Bolt |
CPA | CPE, CPO, CPR | 3.08 | 10 Bolt |
Manufacturer Identity | |
B - Buick | C - Chevrolet Buffalo |
O - Oldsmobile | K - GM of Canada, St. Catharines |
P - Pontiac | M - GM of Canada |
G - Chevrolet Gear & Axle |
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