I had always wanted a first-generation Nova. Life happened in such a way that I never was given the opportunity, but I always had this goal in the back of my mind. For years, I planned ways to do it but never pulled the trigger.

I had owned a ’55 Chevy for 31 years. I really loved that car, but I decided to finally list it so that I could trade it in for that first-gen Nova I always wanted.

Immediately — on the first offer! — I ended up with my dream car, a 1963 Nova SS.

I installed a GM Classics ’64 grille, along with a few other parts from Joe. I proudly drive her around town today!