1962 Chevrolet Chevy II 4-Dr. Sedan
The Bel Air was Chevrolet's mid-range full-size offering in 1962, positioned between the spartan Biscayne and the luxurious Impala.
21669L104536
8 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA
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 | 1669 | Chevy II |
| Plant Code | L | Los Angeles, CA |
| Serial Number | 104536 | Unit #104536 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevy II
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 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 inches
Rated HP48.05
Main Bearings5
Horsepower170@4200
Cylinders8
Compression8.5
Displacement283.04
Torque275@2200
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production533349
Weight3460
Wheelbase119
Length209.6
Front Tread60.3
Rear Tread59.3
Height55.5
Width79
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.36
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
1st Gear Ratio2.94
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.33
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Gears3
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.5 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
CoolingCentrifugal pump with thermostat, 18.5 Quarts
ExhaustSingle with crossover
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment409 cu. in. V8 engine, Power brakes, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, 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$2617.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Doors4
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.