INTRODUCTION: This Nova's journey is almost as incredible as the car itself! Built on TV in collaboration with some of the top suppliers in the muscle car industry, it was created to showcase their best products and craftsmanship. It debuted at SEMA, toured events across the country, and was featured by MotorTrend, Hot Rod and others. Even better, the owner of AMD drove it on the Hot Rod Power Tour, proving it functions every bit as good as it looks. I can personally vouch for that- I drove it 45 minutes to a car show one Sunday and loved every second of it. This is a showstopper you can actually get in, turn the key and enjoy!

EXTERIOR: This car literally started as barely more than a shell. Auto Metal Direct (AMD) completely rebuilt the body using their own products, with all new sheet metal throughout. It was assembled by AMD's team of experts with precision, resulting in zero rust and excellent panel fit throughout. The body is finished in stunning PPG Blue Heaven Vibrance topped with Glamor clear. The metallic is laid out evenly, and the finish is polished to a glass like finish. Satin black hockey stick stripes run give it a sharp contrast. Virtually everything on the exterior is new, including AMD glass, weatherstrips and seals, chrome, trim and bumpers. The marker lights, antenna and emblems were deleted for an exceptionally clean, streamlined appearance. It's rolling on highly polished Schott Mod5 cover-loc wheels, 18x8s in front and 18x11s in back, wrapped in Yokohama performance tires- wider rear stance finishes off the look perfectly.

INTERIOR: Man, does that lipstick red interior make a statement- and that was exactly the intention! Even more impressive, the owner of Legendary Interiors, one of the premier upholstery manufacturers for these cars, personally helped install this interior. The seats are upholstered in glove soft genuine leather, with sport bucket seats up front featuring extra bolstering. Custom fitted 1967 style door panels give the interior a clean appearance. The floor was lined with HushMat sound deadener before the neatly fitted red carpet was installed, with the 5-speed shifter coming up through the hand made boot. One of the coolest modifications is the 1967 dash, which was carefully fabricated to fit this car. It is much more attractive than the original '71-style dash. It's fitted with VXH analog gauges for a classic appearance with modern functionality along with electric slide climate controls. A Flaming River tilt steering column is topped with a cushioned grip three spoke wheel. It also features RetroSound Bluetooth stereo, 6x9 speakers in back, and retro style seatbelts. The entire car has been rewired, completing an interior that's not only bold but exceptionally well thought out.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood is a serious motor that was dyno tuned at 590 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque! Grimes Racing Engines started with an LQ9 iron block, completely remachined and bored, then fitted with JE pistons and an LS2 Twister Stage 2 cam package. Up top are CNC ported LS3 aluminum heads with roller rockers, a GM aluminum high rise intake and a Holley 750 dual-feed carburetor. Muscle Rod headers handle the exhaust. A cool aspect is the old school appearance of a modern LS-based powerplant. Fabricated valve covers and the carbureted setup disguise much of its modern heritage and give it the look of a vintage muscle car engine. A Concept One front runner system keeps everything compact and clean with blacked out components, serpentine belt system, a mini A/C compressor, one-wire alternator and modern power steering with a remote billet reservoir. It also features MSD ignition and Vintage Air. The cooling system is thoroughly upgraded with an AutoRad aluminum radiator, dual electric fans, and aluminum water pump. The firewall has been smoothed and fitted with a DSE Select-a-Speed modern electric wiper motor, while a Wilwood master cylinder handles the brakes. Overall, the engine compartment is exceptionally clean, neat and well organized.

TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It is absolutely rust free metal with a neatly applied spatter finish and a carpet mat. The jamb and underside of the trunk lid are finished in the same slick Blue Heaven as the exterior. The battery has also been relocated to the trunk, helping keep the engine compartment clean and uncluttered.

UNDERSIDE: This car was rotisserie restored, and literally everything underneath was replaced with new. Of course, there is zero rust in the all new AMD floors, which are neatly protected with black chip guard. The suspension was seriously upgraded with Hotchkis Sport Suspension 3-inch lowering springs, Bilstein gas shocks up front and staggered Detroit Speed gas shocks in the rear. A Delphi quick ratio steering system gives it much sharper response. The braking system is equally impressive with Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes, including massive 14-inch drilled and slotted rotors with 6-piston calipers up front. A beautifully fabricated Pypes polished stainless exhaust sounds perfect. Fuel is supplied by a Rick's fuel tank and pump. Looking up at the engine, you'll find an aluminum oil pan and high-torque starter. The Keisler transmission package includes a Legend SS700 5-speed manual transmission, RAM clutch and custom driveshaft. Out back is a heavy-duty 12-bolt Legend Gear rear end equipped with 35-spline axles, 4.11 posi gears and a finned cover.

SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected, test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for sale.

CONCLUSION: This is truly a one of a kind Nova. The talent, craftsmanship and premium products that went into the build are impressive enough, but its celebrity like history takes it to another level. You're not only buying an absolute head turner that you can get in, turn the key and enjoy, you're buying a car with a documented story and pedigree that can't be duplicated. It has the looks, the performance, the quality and the history. It truly has it all!

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Air conditioning
Power steering
4 wheel disc brakes
4.11 posi
Leather upholstery
Sport seats
VHX gauges
Cushion grip wheel
Tilt column
Retro stereo system
Select-a-speed wipers
Hockey stick stripes
Schotts wheels