Many classic cars offer more than what meets the eye. Such is the case with a Chevy II that has been upgraded with V8 power, a dual exhaust system, and power brakes just like our AutoHunter Spotlight subject, a 1967 Chevrolet Chevy II 100 two-door sedan. This vehicle is being sold by a dealer in Mesa, Arizona.
The word “understated” comes to mind when first looking at the car. After all, it’s a fairly nondescript tan-colored compact with 14-inch wheels, bench seats, and a no-frills overall theme. But pop the hood and you’re in for a surprise. The dressed-up, chromed engine compartment houses a 350ci small-block V8 that features a Holley four-barrel carburetor, Edelbrock intake manifold, aluminum heads, and aluminum radiator. The car’s B&M shifter is connected to a three-speed automatic transmission.
The second-generation Chevy II (which debuted in 1966) was dubbed as “the stylish economy car,” and advertisements promoting the vehicle said, “Up with good looks; down with high prices.” The car was manufactured on the General Motors unibody X-platform and had sharper edges when compared to the original Chevy II models from 1962-65.
Value was the name of the game for 1967 Chevy IIs: some of the stand-out features included a new type of battery, a Delcotron generator, a Magic-Mirror acrylic lacquer finish, and a long-life exhaust system. And safety was at the forefront, too, with an energy absorbing steering wheel/column, four-way hazard flashers, and a dual master cylinder brake system.
To some, the second-gen Chevy II was seen as a sneaky, sleeper muscle car. When equipped with the optional L79 327ci V8, its power-to-weight ratio gave it a strong advantage as a drag-racing competitor for its time. According to a Chevy II Buyer’s Guide published by Hot Rod, there were 15 solid colors available for the 1967 model year, as well as six two-tone combinations. Most of the colors were fairly subdued, including Sierra Fawn and Granada Gold, both of which look relatively close to this car.
I’ve been a Chevy II/Nova fan for most of my life, and I have my dad to thank for that. This clean ’67 is a car that any Nova enthusiast would be proud to own, and it is likely to surprise unsuspecting Camaro owners with its on-road performance capabilities. So you’re not surprised by missing out on this Bow Tie, be sure to take note as the auction for this 1967 Chevrolet Chevy II 100 two-door sedan ends Monday, September 8, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).
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