That all added up to handling characteristics that would have been considered lousy even 50 years ago. The steering was even worse, with factory power assisted steering that had been since disconnected. Our “research” indicated the Nova was riding on some seriously worn out suspension. Then we stuck it on a lift for a closer look underneath. The Test Drive: 59-Years-Old and Feelin’ Itīefore tearing into the car, Lead R&D Jason Scudellari took it for a drive around the block. With some tried-and-true parts in mind, we told him we’d take care of it for him. Step one is getting the car to ride, steer, brake and handle in a manner that was at least akin to a modern passenger car. So a four door Gen I Nova is what he found. He also wanted something with plenty of aftermarket support so he could make upgrades as his bank account allowed. He wanted something that was cheap but running and driving. This 1963 Nova is his foray into the world of muscle cars. The owner is a videographer we’ve worked with over the years during the Week To Wicked builds and other video projects. Some highlights include front disc brakes, a generic small-block and an automatic transmission converted to a floor shift. It’s got four doors, paint and body that looks alright from 50 yards and a handful of “upgrades” you might expect to see on an old Nova that’s been around for almost 60 years. The specimen undergoing the front suspension and steering makeover is a run-of-the-mill 1963 Chevy II Nova. Related Article: Best Bang-For-Your-Buck Nova Rear Suspension Four-Door 1963 Nova Project Car So what’s the best middle ground for a driver-quality Chevy II without breaking the bank? That’s what we are trying to find out during this project. You can find everything from budget replacement parts to OE reproduction to complete sub-frame kits costing thousands. When it comes to 1962-67 Nova front suspension and steering upgrades, there are a lot of choices on the market.
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