[Blown 70]

I'll post this on the Nova site also.
Has anyone ever heard of 72 Nova SS with a FACTORY "Sky roof" option
This is a vinyl fold up accordion thing, I have only seen on VW bugs
Owner claims its original
Has a dealer window sticker says " Vinyl Sky roof" code XCF110
then he has a GM build sheet says " Vinyl Sky roof code CF1
Can this be factory ????
Is this a SS ???
VIN number = 1X27K2L167619

 

[DANNO]

Has anyone ever heard of 72 Nova SS with a FACTORY "Sky roof" option?
Can this be factory ????
Is this a SS ???
VIN number = 1X27K2L167619

The Sky Roof is factory for 72-73. (here's one:http://community.webshots.com/photo/335406786/1335490746043465303qakDGR)
Check out the WV RPO's here: http://novaresource.org/rpo2.htm (CF1 is listed for 1973. Maybe yours was a late 72?)

VIN/SS infor here (http://www.novaresource.org/rpo_Z26.htm)
Quote, "if the 5th digit of the VIN is a K, the original engine is a L48 and it must be a real SS."

 

[Blown 70]

The Sky Roof is factory for 72-73. (here's one:http://community.webshots.com/photo/335406786/1335490746043465303qakDGR)
Check out the WV RPO's here: http://novaresource.org/rpo2.htm (CF1 is listed for 1973. Maybe yours was a late 72?)

VIN/SS infor here (http://www.novaresource.org/rpo_Z26.htm)
Quote, "if the 5th digit of the VIN is a K, the original engine is a L48 and it must be a real SS."

The 5th is a K the original engine is gone and it has a 283 in it now :-(

He does have the build sheet and window sticker they LOOK REAL to me. the car really looks factory original needs full rear quarters.

I know this top is Rare But does it make the car Valuable. ?????

 

[Blown 70]

1972 = optional package: because 1972 is the first year the original engine is coded in the VIN, you can tell a real SS by the engine code. All 1972 Novas came with the L48 350 4-bbl engine. The L48 was only available in the SS so if the 5th digit of the VIN is a K, the original engine is a L48 and it must be a real SS. BTW, like 1969-71 Novas, all 1972 Super Sports had power front disc brakes.


Does this mean if the 5th is a "K" then it MUST be a SS even if you dont have the original engine to verify ?

 

[72GreenRally]

Yes, that is correct. I don't know why GM didn't make it that easy to ID before 72.

 

[DANNO]

I know this top is Rare But does it make the car Valuable. ?????

In this case, valuable is probably in the eye of the buyer. If it was original and intact, it might up the value. As it is, I don't know. It doesn't seem to be a sought after option. If it's in good shape and doesn't leak, it's kinda cool, though.

 

[Blown 70]

Well it's mine now !!!!

Bought it Friday

I have learned alot already !!!

Apparently this was available only in 72 & 73 and there were
6,822 Nova's with this option.

I have always liked rare options !
I like having the only car at the local "cruise in" with a unique option.

At the local Cruise in this weekend there were 5 = 69-72 Novas,
None had Buckets & console, None were SS's, and of course None had a factory Vinyl sunroof

PS: I am going to change my screen name for this site. ("Blown 70" is my screen name on Team Chevelle ! it refers to my 70 Chevelle (SS clone), Supercharged 396(402), T400, 12 bolt posi.

 

[DANNO]

PS: I am going to change my screen name for this site. ("Blown 70" is my screen name on Team Chevelle ! it refers to my 70 Chevelle (SS clone), Supercharged 396(402), T400, 12 bolt posi.

Perhaps.....Theresaholeinmyroof?

 

[Blown 70]

Perhaps.....Theresaholeinmyroof?

Or howabout MySShasafactoryhole

 

[72GreenRally]

Or howabout MySShasafactoryhole

How about MyFactorySSHole

Randy (just an idea!)

 

[jim_harris3]

Hello Nova Net,

I just joined today (4/19/08) and couldn't be happier to find this site.

I'm now on my 2nd Sky Roof '72 Nova. The first one wasn't an SS, but this "new" one is! I sold my first Sky Roof back in 1988 (before I knew it was a true factory option), then spent 19 years searching for another one.

Well it's here. Thank god. A true SS, and it has a 427 stuffed in it. Wow.

I do think they add some value to the car. To quantify that value is tough though. I just know people really like to see it. Forget the rumble of the 427, most people want to know about the top.

HELP Please: Now, I need parts. The rest of the car is 95% there, but the top is in poor shape. I need all of the parts - from the plastic wind screen, to the latch assembly, to the whole damn frame that's bolted into the roof sheet metal.

PLEASE drop me an email to [email protected] if any of you know where I can get these things. NOS (New Original Stock) would be great, but used stuff is just as welcome.

Many thanks - great forum. Jim

 

[ovrdrive]

Blown 70..... Where are the PICS!!! We would like to see your new pride and joy!!!


Congrats on the purhcase..

 

[Guest]

Hello Nova Net,

I just joined today (4/19/08) and couldn't be happier to find this site.

I'm now on my 2nd Sky Roof '72 Nova. The first one wasn't an SS, but this "new" one is! I sold my first Sky Roof back in 1988 (before I knew it was a true factory option), then spent 19 years searching for another one.

Well it's here. Thank god. A true SS, and it has a 427 stuffed in it. Wow.

I do think they add some value to the car. To quantify that value is tough though. I just know people really like to see it. Forget the rumble of the 427, most people want to know about the top.

HELP Please: Now, I need parts. The rest of the car is 95% there, but the top is in poor shape. I need all of the parts - from the plastic wind screen, to the latch assembly, to the whole damn frame that's bolted into the roof sheet metal.

PLEASE drop me an email to [email protected] if any of you know where I can get these things. NOS (New Original Stock) would be great, but used stuff is just as welcome.

Many thanks - great forum. Jim

Hey Jim, Welcome to the Team

best bet for parts is to place an ad in the "wanted" section of the classifieds and to keep an eye on E Slay, local papers & swap meets.

i wish ya luck with the project


Johnny