1962 Chevrolet Chevy II 4-Dr. Sedan
The Impala was Chevrolet's flagship full-size model in 1962, outselling all competitors and cementing its place as America's best-selling car.
21769K156174
6 Cyl
Engine
4-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 | 1769 | Chevy II |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, MO |
| Serial Number | 156174 | Unit #156174 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevy II
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 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 & Stroke10.5 inches
Displacement235.5
Cylinders6
Rated HP30.4
Compression8.25
Horsepower135@4000
Main Bearings4
Torque217@2200
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production533349
Length209.6
Front Tread60.3
Width79
Rear Tread59.3
Wheelbase119
Height55.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.36
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.33
1st Gear Ratio2.94
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.5 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
Cooling18.5 Quarts, Centrifugal pump with thermostat
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Pushbutton Radio, Power brakes
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$2662.00
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.