NOT FOR SALE! - 1971 Chevy Nova First Drive In Years!

A couple of days ago we dragged home my 1971 Chevy Nova. I've had this car for years and it's time she gets a little maintenance. First things first we have to row though the gears and hear the big block roar!
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[@stevegarland7643]

You’re a cool person who has a great lady in his life. I’m the former owner of a 57 hardtop. Your restoration really brought back the memory’s. I’m 75years old Andi had a red 57 hardtop and I have a story to tell. I was at the outdoor movies with my 15 year old girlfriend. I was16 and had my drivers license for 3weeks. On Nov23 1964 I took my honey to the outdoor movies. I was a virgin and so was Nancy. We both lost our virginity and conceived our first kid ALL in one shot. What a night…gotta love 57 hardtops🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂

[@1974Elan]

At least the Nova has a rad cap so basically its mint

[@DDSpeedShop]

For now....

[@paulweigle6872]

I like the idea of driving it while you fix it up. That's how most of us have to do it.

[@franklongacre1008]

It’s so nice to see Dan have fun instead working hard all the time.

[@DDSpeedShop]

It's a nice break haha

[@franklongacre1008]

@@DDSpeedShop Dan you’re a great mechanic and a problem solver, but isn’t there anyone in your family that wants to learn what you know. Just a thought to take some strain off of you. Frank from Pennsylvania

[@bikerplusone]

SS Nova is getting to be a rare car. Nice lines with a rowdy small block with a 4-slinger sounds like a lot of fun. Good choice

[@larrydixon-vi7ld]

Dan give that beauty the true restoration it deserves

[@Tommyp65]

He's already said many times he hates doing bodywork. Hopefully he farms out a proper body and paint job. 👌

[@davidnoonchester1913]

A true SS nova give it the love it deserves..

[@berserkir]

I'm 6'5 300#, these lil guys don't understand what it's like not to fit in your car comfortably. The Nova is going to be amazing!

[@erichuff2538]

I'm only '6 175# and I totally understand. I have a small back issue. And if it's not comfortable I'm done . It definitely take the fun out of it. 👍🏻.

[@dogsense3773]

I'm 68, 5'10 167lbs, I can still get under dashboards, under cars, I work in a restoration shop, cars from 1924, to75

[@DDSpeedShop]

Yeah im to the point that I wanna be comfy when I drive

[@jamesdamron2065]

You ,Dan ,Morske all cry about not fitting in cars,,,buy dump trucks. You'll fit nicely!!😂😂 or ride a bicycle!!

[@The_Painter31]

I'm right there with you at 6'4" and 285 and its the reason I still have my 64 El Camino...leg room.

[@TheBuick40]

I'm Glad you are keeping the Nova I really like that car.

[@WilsonsGarage330]

NOT FOR SALE love that nova

[@johnh8917]

If I'm not mistaking your buddy Lucky Jack Racing,Jackson just won a car show with that $1 Biscayne!

[@harleykdognova4226]

Keep the Nova 🤘🤘💯💯 I have a 69 and there a perfect little Hot Rod cruiser.. Love how u recognize too … Nothing wrong with keeping a couple.

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

Dan sounds like Buffalo Bill when he whispers. 🧴 🧺

[@Brianshrader6357]

I’m a Nova guy and I’m glad you are going to keep it! You can make this car an awesome Driver

[@WVXL64]

As a big block 4 speed Nova owner myself, this is the car that got me into this channel. Glad to it's staying.

[@hubiesgarage]

You're spot on with the plan Dan! I tossed out all of my old clothes that didn't comfortably fit and cars are pretty much the same. If they don't fit, you won't enjoy it. The killer driveline needs to go in the nice car that you've made history with. Great plan!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Couldn't agree more

[@98xj64]

Those Nova's were the most bad ass cars chevy ever made

[@vernonhill1240]

Had to laugh when Dan grabbed the dash and said it has a rattle that he needs to fix. This is actually the only car he owns the sound like the scrap guy going down the road 😂

[@raymari7658]

That color look classy with a black vinyl top. Goes well on a Chevelle too.

[@jeffmoran5973]

Boy I would keep the nova 2 and the ss nova, his and hers!

[@user-KrackerJack]

The '67 should bring pretty good money

[@redwinstead7873]

Yes put the back seats back in with out the roll bar Dan the man I love that nova reminds me of my 69 nova ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jimclarke5822]

For sure pick the Nova it has history with you make it look nice

[@davidanderson2393]

Wow deja vu big block headers hitting suspension, glad to see your keeping the Nova.

[@sneakysgarage2412]

Nova for the win!

[@danielmorley6213]

You are Doing the Right thing Dan

[@user-cg1ki9gt4p]

can't wait to see her all woken up. oh, you and my brother with that yellow. cool.

[@RonHall-lt3le]

Dont remove the roll bar. I have had around 10 Nova over the years. It make the car so much more solid. Just put a kicked back cross bar so you fit. You will be happy you did:))

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thats a good idea

[@user-cg1ki9gt4p]

thank you two for the ride along.

[@americanfamiliesfirst3747]

Someone asked yesterday to name five of the best internet cars. One of them happen to be DD speed shop 71 nova SS. Man, i love this car.

[@kenmatthews6476]

Funny you mentioned the ol’ school DDSS sticker logo. I like that and think you should incorporate that logo on a shirt.

[@treetop.garage]

I miss my 71 nova...great idea for the drivetrain

[@cutworm59]

Danni is always super cute. I ran a 71 Nova as a stock car. Dan, if you keep growing, I would love to see you in a 67 Impala fastback.

[@jeffsratsrodsrebuilds1535]

Wish i had the money for that camaro. Looking forward to the videos on the nova

[@user-du8xk9mi8m]

Good call 🤙

[@jimburgess9205]

She’s definitely a keeper.

[@tc7584]

When he's driving around canada it dawns on me that that looks like so many towns I've lived in across the midwest.

[@leedoss7904]

Paint and Drive !!!..Going to be a Bad Ass Hot Rod !!

[@jaygoodrich7042]

Love the Nova. My first car was a 70. I kick myself every time I see 1 for letting it go but I’ll get another 1 sooner or later. 👍🏼 on the small block & 4 speed. Big blocks are cool if they’re screamers but the small block will do everything you want & more. Keep up the great work

[@user-cs9br1qc5o]

Love the idea that new motor and the power the nova will be awesome

[@tt600pch]

I had a 396 69 Camaro when I graduated in 81. It fit me and the future wife very well. I got the car bug back again in 2008 and built a couple 1920's cars. One is still parked in the shed after I built the 72 Cutlass. I bought the straight car body from a high school kid with no interest in it. Crate 350 with 700R4 cruises 75 at 2100 rpms. I have 5 level fusion in my low back, so driving a car that feels like a couch fits this 60 year old man perfectly.

[@Mr.Moussestache]

Love the Nova! My dad had a 69 with factory 3 speed with 327. Miss that one.

[@deanrayne7302]

Looking forward to this build

[@ANOCKS]

I can hardly wait to see that ProBuilt small block and that new 5-speed in the Nova. That's going to be good 👍

[@jeromewestwood5453]

Good thing you keeped the wing prefect car for it

[@erictate8986]

Dan Hello Friend I'm glad that your showing the Chevrolet Nova SS Car some love !! And I'm glad that you are keeping it !!! Because i used to have a 1970 Chevrolet Nova as well, and i wish i still had it 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪💪💪💪

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

This is going to be one really sweet ride Dan! I'm very excited!

[@number7__879]

Yes Sir!!!

[@kennethsonier1766]

Good morning from Cape Cod 🦈 whatever your hearts set on you do it Dan ✌️🇺🇲

[@Tim-57]

Hey Dan&Dannie Looking forward to the remodeling of the Nova. As always, take care of Yourselves 😊

[@sleepervega71hill28]

Hello DD's- D's nutts! You two are doin it! Thanks for the glimpse of Dan's crack. 😅🎉 have a good 'n

[@robertwylie3130]

Nice nova Dan yes that's a keeper

[@kellyd887]

I think you'll want a 5 speed in that little gem' just to complete the street-strip/hi way cruiser we all wanted back in the day before there was such a thing. My first car was a '65 Impala SS 327/4spd. Ps. Dan... It was Butternut Yellow !

[@johnkranz4004]

Definitely a KEEPER Dan I think you should teach Dani how to drive stick on it while it’s messed up

[@daniellaris3772]

Even with selling a few you still have a great toy box!

[@michaelhartloff3833]

That nova is sweet you need to do it justice and send it to the upholstery shop for a headliner

[@jeepmilitia2361]

Good call on keeping the Nova!!

[@AaronBrevik]

The Nova is going to be a sweet ride.

[@bradleymackenzie2859]

Can't go wrong with a NOVA !

[@Robert-ni6ut]

With a new motor and drive line and a little bit of spit and polish that nova will be mint 👍

[@sammylisasmith2104]

Fun times bud can't wait for your next video

[@DERB_Seymour_Indiana]

All the cool guys drove Nova SS's with 396 4 spd.when I was in HS. While I had to make do with my '63 Impala 283 with a 3 spd on the floor. At least I had a Hurst shifter. LOL

[@tonynapoli2733]

Nova are so great!

[@jonathanpalahitski9596]

POWERTOUR 2024 car!!! Can't wait to see the content on this one

[@glenharper3136]

Thanks for the video. In 1976 I had a 70 Nova, 350 4 speed for 2 weeks. It was stolen and I never saw it again. That's when I lived in Milwaukee.

[@user-zy4ty3wr1r]

Awesome Car Dan , I've had 5 Novas from 1968,69 70 72 1973, all good Cars

[@dionrau5580]

Your on the right track with the Nova SS, 🏁👍

[@bennyfactr6122]

Dan: running a bit hot Everyone watching: probably missing its rad cap

[@kadenthatchevdude8340]

Badass! It's meant to be lol! Yrs ago I bought my 1st nova and around that time your nova was sorta on the channel. Unfortunately sold it, but now I've acquired another and Ole Dan here brings his back out! On top my newly acquired is also a 71. NOW WE JUST NEED SOME DD SPEED SHOP MERCH!!!

[@davgaizx9733]

That big block looks perfect in the Nova! Put the small block in something else.

[@mitch8831]

I love the Nova over the Camaro. Paint the top gray (or black if you insist) instead of a vinyl top. Same look and better overall.

[@TheSilverDartRacing]

Your plan is an excellent plan.

[@MarkK01]

I am a Chevy Nova nut and if I ever found one worth buying at a reasonable price I would be extremely happy and excited. Please do not sell this car, you would regret it. Just fix it up and enjoy it. If you do the full nut and bolt restoration you would be afraid to drive it or park it in a parking lot and get door dings. Just do a nice paint job, do the other stuff like the engine, trans and rear diff and go drive and enjoy it.

[@billmackey1726]

Good job guys Love the Nova !!!!

[@kevinwright1551]

It's a good idea to redo the Chevy Nova. It will be awesome Hot rod indeed. Keep up the great work. Dan.

[@tonywest8140]

Nice drive. Cool to watch.

[@glenwhitacre2754]

As a former 67 Camaro and a nova owner I get it, I loved both but the nova did have more room for the bigger guys. I think that you do what you want and everyone will understand. Great video.

[@n.leeball3049]

Love the idea of making the Nova extra nice! I want to encourage you to go ahead and put the 5 speed in it like the Nomad! Make it your go to car for travel and fun! You got less cars, so make the ones you keep everything you want them to be.

[@dougdunham7607]

Wise choice to keep this one!

[@user-cg1ki9gt4p]

now that you got two nickels to rube together. it's on. really nice car sir.

[@lesliesmith2586]

Always thought the Nova would a cool build. Not any numbers matching drivetrain, get a 5 or 6 speed for 4:10 gears.

[@zems63]

It’s good to see a smile on your face while you’re driving! Definitely use the engine from the Camaro, but sell the transmission and get a 5-Speed like your SO MADD Nomad. Then you’ll have exactly the transmission you love in your Nova!! Forget the purists and the haters!! It’s your baby, you deserve to build it the way you want it!!

[@bigjohn912]

Love the Nova, good choice.

[@RealSteelAutoWorks]

Glad to hear the Nova is a keeper. I honestly have always preferred the Nova over the camaro. I think a driving restoration is a great idea. To me I am more motivated by a running, driving car rather than one that isnt. - Jamie

[@younggee8740]

This the most excited I’ve been for any of the builds! can’t wait to see how it turn out

[@davidmoore2942]

Gonna be a awesome car, I'd think about a 5 speed if you could. Thanks for the channel.

[@jeffpowers2916]

Ive been here since tge first 57 conversion. You've done quite a bit to this car on the channel. Keep what makes you happy dan, their your cars.

[@user-vd4mg4vv1o]

That's why I built Impalas. I fit and love them!

[@gregallen4272]

Had a family member that owned a 69 impala. With a Capri roof two door hard top . It had lots of options and was a 402 big block . Auto SS it was a metallic dark tan with a split bench front seat. The don't see many 69 70 71 big impala today.

[@user-cg1ki9gt4p]

they call it mellow yellow. one of my brothers favorite songs.

[@Centralhunter2010]

Looking forward to this one

[@hanknipper3921]

Dan do what makes you happy! I do like the Camaro but I love the Nova SS.

[@PaulNeiberger]

Been waiting on this car to get some loving.

[@timmaxwell5008]

Nova good-Camara to small for sasquach. I'm a fan of the yeller to Dan. I'm looking forward to the nova build. I do agree with the drive line swap. Maybe sell both four speeds and get one five speed.

[@danielmorley6213]

Yes keep and Fix the Nova

[@gmray7301]

Good for you!

[@mikeyup9900]

I have a 72ss 4speed big block and love it. I am excited about this. Built everything myself too.subframe connecters and shock relocation kit with caltracs. Piece by piece. Glad your keeping a real hotrod

[@davidbrown-bh7it]

Awesome car! Excellent choice!

[@johnkendrick7304]

Anybody who knows your station remembers the Nova. Always a great driver and a very cool car

[@1dave301]

To save your thumb from being punctured by the throttle spring, when you have a holley, just push down on the accelerator pump lever a couple of times.

[@andye7389]

I think you’re being smart about it. I always wanted one of those Camaros. They do look cooler. I also never have been much of a nova fan. However you are changing my mind. The nova makes huge sense

[@theskydiverdriver7193]

Cool ! Wipers a nice addition. Need to get those for mine. 😂