Chevrolet Monza, Chevy Nova and Vega Promo Film 19984 (1975)

Synopsis

This short film will take a look at Chevrolet’s 1975 Nova, Monza 2+2 and Vega. It is filmed in commercial style to inform viewers of their updated models. All Chevrolets had new catalytic converters to meet fuel emission standards set by the 1970 Clean Air Act. Nova (:04) was manufactured from 1962 to 1979 and 1985 to 1988 model years. It was initially named the Chevy II until 1968. These came in three different body styles, Nova Coupe (:26), Nova Hatchback (:28) and Nova four door sedan (:31). A new addition was the Chevy Nova LN (Luxury Nova), which was more Eurocentric and pushed the model into the luxury portion of the compact market (:45). Each included standard steel-belted GM specification radial ply tires (:55). Other features included a new front suspension system (1:01), fade resistant front disk brakes (1:05) a 21-gallon fuel tank, special exterior appointments, and sound insulation which kept road noise down (1:19). Interior features include; a vinyl roof (1:27), reclining front seats (1:36), brush knit fabric upholstery (1:38), a color keyed steering wheel (1:43), the instrument panel with a smoke film lens (1:44), electric clock (1:48), and standard auxiliary lighting (1:59). The choices of Chevy engine options follow including the 250 cubic inch V6 (2:19), and the 4.3-liter small displacement V8 engine (2:21). The steel side guard beams in the doors (2:37) and the energy absorbing bumpers (2:38) are shown. A cargo guard bulk head was added in the back between…

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Running time

19 minutes

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Ephemeral Films

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• Stock Footage