Test Driving 1969 Chevrolet Nova SS 396 Four Speed Muscle Car with Burnout

[@autotech1011]

The squeaking sound of that clutch pedal sure brings back some great memories. *sigh*

[@traviskrause8509]

that 396 engine is probably one of the strongest fastest motors ive ever owned had a 69 nova with 396 fastest car i ever had!!!!!

[@dannmarceau]

I was born in '60, I loved these things, I lived in an area where there was plenty of money for toys. Our intersections were covered by burnt rubber.

[@KenPotter]

This is the nicest Nova I've seen so far, and I've seen a lot. The Slotted wheels are perfect! love that it has the original (Small) tach, which means it was originally a manual. And I love the Color!

[@rweghg3]

My Dad owned a 1969 Nova SS/396 that was also Cortez Silver with a black Vinyl Roof, chrome hood inserts, buckets W/Center console but it was an Automatic car.. Bought it new from what is now Jackson Chevrolet Buick GMC in LaFayette, GA.. He told me that he loved to drive it only on days that it didn't rain & made him a nervous wreck on days when it did.. It was his daily driver so he was nervous quite a few days out of the 2 years he owned it ( The main reason he parted ways with it ) .. ; - ) Going to send him a link to your video so he can walk down memory lane..

[@RowdyBrian17]

So, my uncle has said once or twice that he'd give me his baby- a 1969 Chevy Nova that he's restored and torn apart numerous times throughout my life. Today, while we were going to the auto parts store because he was teaching me how to change brake pads/rotors, he showed me the song "Red Barchetta" by Rush which is, if you didn't know, about an uncle giving his nephew a classic car that he restored to glory in a time where it's been forgotten. So, in my eyes, this pretty much solidified that I'm getting that car. Story time over now, it doesn't have power steering. What's it like driving without power steering?

[@GigaChadMob]

John Smith just quite a bit harder to turn

[@drinklords8453]

Just don't mess it up.ok!!

[@samspace81]

Nice! This showed up on my recommended videos today, this was a HONEY! Great video

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Sam, I appreciate that my friend!

[@RamblinAround]

Yep, this one runs out pretty strong. Thanks for taking a look Gabe.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks...glad you liked it. We'll keep trying new things as we go along.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for taking a look Sam!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for taking a look, I appreciate it!

[@MEANSBC]

You can tell this isn't a factory big block 396 car because the car still has a factory small block heater core/box in it. The big block cars had the heater hoses in the center of the heater box. This car could in fact be a real SS car, but it was born a small block car.

[@bobbrinkerhoff3592]

I couldn't have said it any better ! Surprised that all of the experts on here that have claimed to have owned a big block Nova didn't catch the wrong heater .

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you very much, I'm glad you like the new videos.

[@NoyzyBoyZ3]

Beautiful,my favorite car since high school! The 70's model year was just as nice.

[@VoteWithABullet]

Agreed!! 1968-70 models are my favorite year nova's.

[@NoyzyBoyZ3]

***** I had a beautiful 62,6cyl,3 on the tree,that sat in my Grandfathers garage for 6 years,with 3000 miles on it. When he passed away,my Grandmother gave it to me,but I was only 14 at the time,so my Father drove it for 2 years.until I was old enough to drive.It was a sky blue/powder blue,hardtop convertible,it had no "B" Pillars.I guess that's what they called it.That was so long ago,wish I still had it.

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, I was just lifting weights earlier tonight. Thanks for taking a look at the Nova my friend!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks John, we've been working on it. Jordan helped me out with some of the camera work on this one. Thanks for taking a look.

[@Spacesprocketz]

JUST GOT MY NOVA BACK ON THE ROAD AND I WAS SERIOUSLY THINKING ABOUT TAKING THE 4 SP OUT UNTIL WATCHING THIS VIDEO

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for having a look!

[@MrUltraworld]

Very nicely done. I owned a turquoise '70 BB as well. It was surprisingly fast. A set of headers, a bit of cam, Carb/Intake & it flew. They had power steering & front disc brakes, to they were great street strip cars that didn't cost a fortune. I miss it.

[@CrappyApple001]

Hang on while I clean the drool off of my keyboard ...

[@bmanson626]

Lol, I was about to say the same thing! My life long dream car

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for taking a look my friend!

[@glen6945]

very very nice-my friend had the 1969ss with the 350-great cars.

[@joebrown1382]

Makes me cry for not having the foresight to keep mine. Bought off the show room floor in 69 same engine with Cortez silver. Just an idiot 24 year old. Also bought a new 66 Nova SS before this one.

[@stanmendoza7871]

Joe...I hear you man! I had three true original SS Nova's My first was a 1971 then a 1969 I bought a 1966 SS with a straight six that was cool to. I was 24 years old as well, didn't have any idea what these cars might be worth someday.

[@joebrown1382]

Yeh both mine were SS. I sold the 66 to buy a 68 Vette roadster NEW. God I wish I would have kept one. Hindsight is 20/20.

[@JimofTheLionKings]

Joe Brown I had 69 Identical to this car except it was red and someone dropped a 500hp 327 Vette motor in it. One day going around a corner that I drove all the time (not even a sharp corner) my drivers side rear shock which was welded on to the traction bars broke off. The car broke loose and I went sideways across the other lane and over an 80ft cliff. I was going about 60mph and when I reached the bottom there was nothing left of it. To this day I miss that car and that was 35 years ago.

[@QuietDriver97]

Like every generation the great new cars now are just "cars" that get overlooked and 30 years past the new z/28s and GT350s will be like those of your time to us kids.

[@dannymyers5345]

Joe Brown same here I had a 71 when I was 21

[@hornetbrown]

One day I going to own a 4 spd Nova with a big block. Dreams! Keep the faith! God Bless America!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@khaggs3409]

I love fast lane classic cars! we were there all day last summer when we took a trip to Missouri!!! Its like going back in time!! love it

[@badass6.0powerstroke10]

Why was the Driveshaft safety loop way at the end of the Driveshaft ? Supposed to be within 6" of Front U-joint, Not the rear U-joint.

[@rh1507]

It's funny. My brother had a 72 Chevy Nova and it looked very similar to that 69. I sure miss the days when cars and trucks didn't have computers in them.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for checking it out George!

[@traviskrause6614]

had a black one that 396 is a real fast car its was very impressing never lost a race either!

[@Clarence10169]

I nearly bought one of these back in the day I went to test drive with my Dad and I gave it a pretty hard go it was very impressive so after I asked my Dad what he thought of it and he said if I didn't get that one I should get one just like it. Well I didn't get it but I ended up with a 70 Chevelle SS a few years later.

[@reddrw1]

Listen to that nice squeaky noise when he pushes in on the clutch pedal to shift. That's classic...i remember all standard shift cars made that noise back in time...Nice

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, that is a line lock on the shifter and it works well. I was surprised to see manifolds too...I guess he didn't want the hassle of tightening header bolts all the time. I'd definitely throw them on there right away if it was mine.

[@MAJESTICxPANDA15]

love the way you did the video! Driving over the camera was great

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@andrestorres4545]

Hermosa maquina v8 396, aca en Argentina solo fabricaron v6 no mas de 250 (que era el serie 2), uno de mi muscle cars Favoritos hermosos en sus lineas, detalles y su potencia, muy asequible en la epoca, los demas modelos de otras marcas eran muy caros para la clase media trabajadora, yo todavia tengo la de mi papa, pero es un motor mas chico y de 4 puertas 48 años de antiguedad, impecable y sigue funcionando. GRACIAS por el video, saludos desde Buenos Aires.

[@michaelg2075]

Big ups from Australia. Lovely example of a nova.

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you, I'm glad you like them. Many more are on the way.

[@rickbullock4331]

I had a ‘69 Nova SS 350 300 h.p. Engine with a close ratio and 12 bolt Posi with 3:55 gears. It ran bottom 14’s stock no slicks or headers, just the way it came minus the air pump for emissions. Nice car. $3059.00 all in up in Canada.

[@Kinseydsp]

Had a yellow 1970 Nova it was an awesome ride!

[@dougewing9636]

I had a 69 SS with the L 78 and Muncie rock crusher back around 1977. It was Forest Green with bench seat

[@samspace81]

Man that thing just sits right! Sounds great too.

[@Nintendy123]

One of the nicest looking classic muscles I've seen

[@Sstivers90]

The gm x body is such a rad platform. Its not as heavy as people think....and it's got a big block

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks man, I appreciate you watching!

[@ejf2461]

0-60 MPH: 6.9 seconds 1/4-mile ET: 13.87 @ 105 MPH *Acceleration data from the July 1969 issue of Hot Rod magazine of a 1969 L78 Nova with automatic transmission and 3.55:1 gears with limited-slip.

[@rogerbeltz2370]

Definitely one sweet looking (and running) SS Deuce! I would go with a good set of headers, however.

[@briefman49]

One of your best vids, like how you did the details in the beginning, something new. And you are sporting some scruff!

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you liked it....thank you for watching!

[@CestusInfernalis]

It is the most beautiful car in the world!!! Thx for uploading this american beauty! And greatings from germany ;-)

[@LEAFSFAN711]

Hey RamblinAround! I watched a lot of your videos and this one is my favourite and the best video I have ever seen from you! I love Chevy Nova & my late grandfather used to own a 1973 Chevy Nova. Keep up the good work and I like the new changes on your videos!

[@cruyeda]

Sweet looking car. My friend bought one in '69 except his had a 400th with 4:10 gears. He added cut-outs to uncork the exhaust, dyno tuned and ran 13:04 at Lyons in '69.

[@happytimes724]

Just awesome. 4 speed , 396, the only thing missing is oh wait nothing. Like that fact it doesn't have a crazy cam.

[@Profabdesigns]

I had a 70 nova with 327, 4 speed Muncie M21, close ratio box. It was bright orange w/bulk decal “Heavy Chevy” at the back. Only seen 1 other. Not sure if it was a rare one Korea’s just a stripe kit? It was fun to drive, no power accessories at all. No radios, a/c , ps, Pb... nothing. Armstrong steering. Fun car for San Diego. Loved the hatchback style.

[@not2fast4u2c]

It is Nice this still has the original looking interior and body A nice Nova in this year is just as good as a Camero to me Thanks for the video

[@cbsctomh]

That's one slick grocery-getter!

[@nv707]

Awesome video. Great editing. Currently working on a 69 nova myself.

[@RamblinAround]

I'll definitely film the next nice one I find.

[@CaptJohnsBar]

Your video quality has improved a lot...Nice job Jeff....Great shots you got...

[@mrrandy1]

you are becoming a master at these videos. Great job.

[@slimjimandpepsi]

Funny there are 396 likes for a 396 Motor!

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, I can drive when I want to, but most of the time I'm running the camera. Thanks for watching!

[@novaman3509]

Pains me to see a 396 with alluminum heads, and then factory exhaust manifolds. Put some ceramic headers on her! Uncork that monster!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks, just trying to mix things up a bit and keep it interesting. I appreciate you taking a look.

[@deanfender7965]

THAT WAS A BURN OUT !

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you liked the video, we've been trying to make some improvements lately. Thanks for watching!

[@BlacKnightRising]

when I was in the 6th grade my teacher had one of these in blue, kept it show-room new, and from any angle that 396 was sexy as fuck... and when he'd drive into the parking lot that engine made all the nuns nuts!! LMAO! they hated that car and him! he was the only lay-teacher in my Catholic school and damn did I love listening to that machine roar! I swear he revved that car up ON PURPOSE To drive 'em nuts every school has that 'cool' teacher in one form or another heh

[@schellone8097]

Silver looks the least dirty when unwashed, but doesn't shine up as well when washed and waxed, like darker colors do, esp black. For some reason they are the color of vehicle least likely to be the victim of a collision.

[@metallicus918]

great looking car and a great new look to the start of the video - keep up the good work !!

[@theoutragedowl5848]

This slick, clean, bonnie Nova is such a beast!

[@claudioalbertopecoriadarme3816]

nice car, st charles a beautiful city and so is lindenwood college

[@PlasmaMasterDon]

You're very welcome:)

[@MrRockysquirl]

Beautiful car.

[@RamblinAround]

+MrRockysquirl Thanks for checking it out!

[@Boulderpits]

Love a NOVA

[@RamblinAround]

I agree, I think they've done this one just right. It looks very original, but has a cool stance, and it runs out really strong. Thanks for watching!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Jos!

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you like it...thanks for watching!

[@christianray2235]

I love your videos, Please keep them coming!

[@sandystedman8638]

Cuz your cars and videos are EXELLENT

[@brandonetchison8911]

My dad had a chocolate brown 69 nova with the 396 that had 2 4barrel carbs on it that thing would fly

[@817093]

I have allways loved novas, And this is a beautiful car. Sounds like the 396 is a little on the weak side of power. Cant go wrong with a 4speed ever.

[@randyholtman1321]

s cox said

[@randygreen8916]

396 "a little low on power"? You must have never driven one.

[@Frank-w7d]

Nice Nova 👍👍👍

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@runslaTe]

although im a Ford man...I really lke this beast...I need to check out the rest of your vids....ive seen a few and nice work mate ...

[@runslaTe]

thats a beauty...ill check it out for sure ...this is a great chanel...keep up the good work mate :)

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you like it my friend, it definitely is a sharp car. Thanks for watching!

[@DimitrisSfounis]

She's a beauty, mate.

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you like it. Thanks for watching!

[@DimitrisSfounis]

RamblinAround No problem, let me also subscribe too, in case you upload any more great videos ;) It's a shame we don't get these classic cars in Greece. Eco-friendliness gone wild, you have to pay crazy fees to maintain these gorgeous pieces of machinery. Plus, they eat up a lot of gas :

[@johnmcinnes5642]

+RamblinAround love the hood

[@andrecanuck5656]

I love your videos, keep up the good reporting on these beautiful cars. P.S. I love that most of your videos have the price of the car, and not making us jump through hoops searching the same place that you are showing the car from, for the price on another site. For example, Vanguard Motor sales, and Flemmings, usually a 20 minute video, same scripted video for every car, no price, then, google their site, and, search through their inventory to find the car you just saw on a video for a price, I avoid any and all of their videos at all cost.

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you for watching, I appreciate that!

[@andrecanuck5656]

No prob, you're the real deal.

[@rcfred_689]

sounds like it has an electric cooling fan? Nice car!

[@claudioalbertopecoriadarme3816]

and i used to drive on that road nice memories

[@MikeKincaid79]

Sweet ride!

[@PlasmaMasterDon]

Great video haven't driven a stick shift in years! And away we go, lol!

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!

[@lindapoole6046]

I think this is what my Dad bought in 1969 a gold Nova SS with a black top brand new.

[@richdouglas8969]

Beautiful car pretty much a condition I was looking at that exact car maybe in an automatic everything else the exact same

[@pabsbenedetto773]

My Dream Car!

[@phoenixarizona8441]

Have a 74 love it

[@tdkdgh]

Just love it. Great car.

[@tonyt8765]

dammm when I visited Mexico in the state of Puebla I saw a 1969 Chevy Nova I meant condition. the car was parked in a house garage , but damm I would buy this car if I had the 💰. Damm one of my wish list toy cars for me to have in the north east.

[@creamofcardstv]

Looks the business :) Cool underneath shot.

[@gatorunleashed275]

Great video, thanks for sharing.