1962 Chevrolet Impala 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The Impala SS debuted in 1962 as a performance-oriented option package, launching a legendary nameplate that would define American muscle.
21847J229444
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Janesville, WI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Impala
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Model Code | 1847 | Impala |
| Plant Code | J | Janesville, WI |
| Serial Number | 229444 | Unit #229444 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
235 cu.in. I6
Horsepower135 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
Displacement235 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower170 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower340 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower400 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2x4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
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
Displacement283.04
Rated HP48.05
Horsepower170@4200
Cylinders8
Compression8.5
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque275@2200
Main Bearings5
Dimensions
Production323427
Weight3430
Length209.6
Width79
Front Tread60.3
Wheelbase119
Rear Tread59.3
Height55.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.36
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.33
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.94
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
Fuel TypeRegular
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling18.5 Quarts, Centrifugal pump with thermostat
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle with crossover
Battery12
Equipment
Equipment327 cu. in. V8 engine, Power brakes, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, 409 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$2776.00
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.