L78 Nova

[TXSS]

"Ouch" That's quite a dressing down you've given me and my Nova. I stated in my auction that there may be some things that are not exactly to factory finish. Redlines: I had a brand new set of 5 7.75's, I put them on, I like'em. I will put any set of tires the new owners wants on the car free of charge. Seat Belts: I have the seats belts but I don't like the way they look laying around on the seats and the shoulder harnesses always seem to come off the clip and hit me in the head. Smog: You're right no smog system. Dipstick: That one got by me. Sub-Frame: I restored this car to drive not sit and I drive it so I guess that's the trade off. Hood Hinges: powder coated gray not painted. "Now for the positive" I didn't hear any. But that's OK I know the criticism is all in good fun or at least should be. In fact I did ask for and received a ton of help from people on and off this site and I have thanked them many times. The bottom line is even though I'm not a Nova expert I tried to do as quality a restoration as I could. More importantly I enjoyed the hell out of restoring and now driving this car. Hopefully my next Nova will be better than decent.

Rick

[LVCamaro]

You're doin' just fine, Rick. Kudos for your effort and enthusiasm in the hobby! I'd park that Nova in my shop ANY DAY!

Hey Cumby...I hear "player" is your long suit...who you kiddin'? LOL

SS

[bkhpah]

If the post "I like it, it looks tough in gold." is not a positive comment, what are you looking for?..BKH

[Chevy454]

I'm with you, BKH...that thing looks MEAN! It just screams sleeper...looks like a money maker at the track to me!!

[WILMASBOYL78]

Rick, seems appropriate to respond since I started the mess. First off you have a cool car, no argument. Second my comments were meant to cover the broader picture of our hobby and peoples knowledge about what is correct. I am sure that there are many things wrong with the cars in my collection, the only difference is they are not for sale. You are selling your car on ebay, which is a public forum for all to bid on. Many people visit this site(SYC) to gain knowledge about particular cars when they are restoring or possibly buying. My comments were not a critique of your enthusiasm or intent, merely informational for those who may be wishing to buy your car. I am a Nova enthusiast first and foremost and I have been fortunate enough to have collected some nice cars. Sharing info and pointing out some of the detail items on a car for sale is good for the hobby and good for the potential bidders. So many people buy cars with little or no knowledge of what they are doing. I only want to help the process not hurt it. Once again, you have a neat car and you should be proud of your work and effort. If I can help in anyway please feel free to contact me. I wish you luck with your sale and good luck to the new owner. Please consider joining National Nostalgic Nova for a connection to other Nova owners. You might also want to visit Steve's Nova Site, many here do. Lots of helpful info and conversation on all year Novas. Once again, good luck with your car!

Tom Wiliams

[ktownkid]

Oh my.......!!!!!!! What a nice car........I love gold Novas. Once owned a Champagne Gold 70. Not a BB though...

ktownkid

[MYSTERYCHEVELLE]

Well said Tom, on all points. If we can't use these cars up For Sale to help educate those who may not know, then we are destined to all make the same mistakes over and over. As to the owner, It's been said over and over here.. Nice car.... and.... when folks start nitpicking or pointing out Trivial things.. you must be doing okay! I know i wouldn't be able to handle the critics if mine ever went on the Bay Got to bite your tongue. None of our cars are perfect, even if people looking at them think they are

Good luck

Mike

[olredalert]

-------Those are the best pictures of an engine pad I have ever seen!!!!!!!! Very nice ride.........Bill S

[Mr70]

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Thank You.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Very cool car, love the color! There are no perfect cars, so, don't take the nit-picks personal. The best thing about your car is that you drive it