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1962 Chevrolet Unknown Model (1547) Convertible

Muscle Car Era
21547B123792
Unknown Engine (B)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Unknown Plant (B)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Unknown Model (1547)

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 7B 1962
Plant Code 7 Unknown Plant (B)
Serial Number 123792 Unit #123792
Model Code 1547 Unknown Model (1547)

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelUnknown Model (1547)
Year1962
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

EngineUnknown Engine (B)
Assembly PlantUnknown Plant (B)
Plant Code7
Pattern SourceGM

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.)

Original Specifications

Wheelbase119
Width79
Length209.6
Height55.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2561.00
No. Produced 323427

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Width 79 in.
Length 209.6 in.
Height 55.5 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Brake Horsepower 135@4000 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type In line Valve-in-head
Torque 217@2200 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 4
Engine No. Location On right side of block behind the distributor.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (21)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Tube and center
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 18.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Powerglide automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Steering Gear Recirculating ball
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On left front body hinge pillar directly below the upper door hinge.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7 x 14
Model Year 1962
Series Bel Air 6
Origin United States
Make Chevrolet
Model Number 1547
Body Maker Fisher
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Transmission 2 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Compression Ratio-Std 8.25 :1
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 30.4 hp
Cylinders 6
Displacement 235.5 cu. in.
Front Tread 60.3 in.
Rear Tread 59.3 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Differential Ratio 3.36 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Rochester
Clutch Size 10.5 inches
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.94 :1
2nd 1.68 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.33 :1
B &s 3 9/16 & 3 15/16

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.