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1962 Chevrolet Chevy II 4-Dr. Sta. Wagon

The Biscayne was Chevrolet's entry-level full-size model in 1962, offering no-frills transportation with proven reliability for budget-conscious buyers. This station wagon ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
21135L191654
6 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sta. Wagon
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Chevy II

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Model Code 1135 Chevy II
Plant Code L Los Angeles, CA
Serial Number 191654 Unit #191654

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelChevy II
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Sta. Wagon
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%

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

CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10.5 inches
Torque217@2200
Cylinders6
Rated HP30.4
Compression8.25
Horsepower135@4000
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Main Bearings4
Displacement235.5

Dimensions

Production187566
Front Tread60.3
Rear Tread59.3
Wheelbase119
Width79
Length209.6
Height56

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.94
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio3.33

Suspension

Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size8 x 14

Brakes

Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum

Fuel & Electrical

Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
CoolingCentrifugal pump with thermostat, 18.5 Quarts
Fuel TypeRegular

Equipment

EquipmentPower steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Power brakes, Pushbutton Radio

Colors

Exterior ColorsAdobe Beige, All colors may not be available in all models., Almond Beige, Anniversary Gold Metallic, Autumn Gold Metallic, Corona Cream, Ermine White, Fawn Beige Metallic, Honduras Maroon Metallic, Lacquer, Laurel Green Metallic, Nassau Blue Metallic, Roman Red, Sateen Silver Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, Surf Green, Tuxedo Black, Twilight Blue Metallic, Twilight Turquoise, Two Tone Colors Available

Pricing

MSRP$2725.00

Other

B&s 3 9/16 & 3 15/16

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.