1962 Chevrolet Corvette 2-Dr. Convertible
The 1962 Corvette was the final year of the C1 generation before the revolutionary Sting Ray debuted in 1963, featuring optional fuel injection and up to 360 horsepower.
208672113895
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Corvette
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Model Code | 0867 | Corvette |
| Plant Code | 2 | Unknown Plant |
| Serial Number | 113895 | Unit #113895 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvette
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower340 HP @ 6000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower360 HP @ 6000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
CarburetorFuel Injection
Compression11.25:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorCarter
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Cylinders8
Torque350@2800
Rated HP51.2
Displacement326.73
Compression10.5
Horsepower250@4400
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production14531
Weight2905
Rear Tread59
Wheelbase102
Width70.4
Front Tread57
Length176.7
Height52.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.36
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.47
Reverse Ratio2.80
2nd Gear Ratio1.53
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent coil springs
Tire Size6.7 x 15
Brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity16.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypePremium
ExhaustDual
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorCross flow
Cooling18.5 Quarts, Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, Radio, Fuel Injection, Auxiliary hardtop for convertibles, Power convertible top, Power windows, 4-Speed manual transmission
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Almond Beige, Ermine White, Fawn Beige Metallic, Honduras Maroon Metallic, Lacquer, Roman Red, Sateen Silver Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$4038.00
Other
B&s 4 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.