1962 Chevrolet Chevy II 2-Dr. Sedan
The Bel Air was Chevrolet's mid-range full-size offering in 1962, positioned between the spartan Biscayne and the luxurious Impala.
21611K148163
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Kansas City, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Chevy II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Model Code | 1611 | Chevy II |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, MO |
| Serial Number | 148163 | Unit #148163 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevy II
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl
Assembly PlantKansas City, MO
Plant CodeK
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 inches
Torque275@2200
Rated HP48.05
Horsepower170@4200
Cylinders8
Compression8.5
Main Bearings5
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Displacement283.04
Dimensions
Production127870
Weight3385
Width79
Wheelbase119
Front Tread60.3
Length209.6
Rear Tread59.3
Height55.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio3.33
1st Gear Ratio2.94
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size7.5 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle with crossover
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling18.5 Quarts, Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Equipment
EquipmentPushbutton Radio, Power brakes, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, 409 cu. in. V8 engine
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$2563.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
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.