Brian’s ’70 Nova: A Long-Haul Power Tour Beast

While cruising the Hot Rod Power Tour, we spotted a stunning vehicle at a gas station between Columbus and Indianapolis—a 1970 Nova, decked out in Speedtech Performance gear. Its owner, Brian, had just finished fueling up when we swung by for a quick chat and to admire this beauty.

Brian has been hitting the road hard, completing the entire Power Tour, starting in Bowling Green and pushing his Nova to the limit. As he mentioned, “The car drives like a new vehicle,” and it’s no surprise, considering what’s under the hood.

This Nova is powered by a 6.0L Iron Block with forged internals, boosted by a ZL1 supercharger, with a ported blower and a smaller pulley to maximize power. This setup isn’t just for show. Brian proudly shared, “We just clicked 15,000 miles since I put it together,” proving that this car isn’t just for weekend drives—it’s built for long hauls and heavy-duty use. In just four years, Brian’s Nova has seen more road time than many classic cars see in a lifetime.

What sets this Nova apart is its handling. Equipped with Speedtech’s torque arm rear suspension, Brian’s car handles like a modern Camaro. Whether he’s cruising down the highway or putting his foot down, the Nova stays straight and hooks up hard. “It handles like a new car—just goes straight and hooks up, no matter how you drive it,” he said, describing the versatility of the torque arm setup.

But Brian isn’t done yet. This winter, he’s planning to upgrade to Speedtech’s Extreme Subframe, which will allow him to run wider tires and push the limits even further. As he put it, “It’s been the same for too long—it’s time to change it up and do some upgrades.”

After our brief chat, we hit the road together, heading toward Indianapolis, with Brian’s Nova leading the charge, reminding everyone that this car is built for more than just show—it’s built for performance, comfort, and the long haul.