1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 4 Speed Manual 327ci V8

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Description

Now available at the St. Louis Car Museum is a stand-out 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible featuring an older, frame-off restoration to a very original, number's matching 340hp example! This classic Corvette for sale received special attention to detail throughout it's restoration to ensure the highest of NCRS standards, and still remains a faithful driver today! It's exterior Honduras Maroon finish is in excellent condition and is complimented by a black exterior! As the last of the solid axle generation this beautiful example is one to be cherish for years to come!
About the First Generation Corvette:
The beautiful design of the 1962 Corvette showcased a few new firsts, and said goodbye to a few attributes that wouldn't return to Corvette models until decades later, if at all! The powerful 327ci V8 was introduced this year and would stay around for the next seven model years. The exterior chrome trim highlighting the side cove area disappeared leaving only color-matched paint, and a single louver as the new accent. This would be the final year for exposed front headlights, a solid rear axle, an external rear trunk, and the availability of a power top. Things were about to change for the next generation of Corvette, which is why the 1962 model remains one of the most coveted designs to have in collections around the world!
About Our Available Chevrolet Corvette:
This absolutely gorgeous 1962 Corvette Convertible has been professionally restored to meet the highest scrutiny of NCRS judges! Finished in a beautifully applied Honduras Maroon with a Black Vinyl interior and matching Black convertible top, this classic Corvette leaves no detail overlooked! Additional options include a number's matching 327ci V8 engine producing a total of 340 horsepower, Borg Warner 4-speed manual transmission, Wonderbar signal seeking AM radio, windshield washer, Posi-Traction rear end, front license plate bracket, and updated 1" narrow whitewall Uniroyal radial tires measuring 205/75R15 and seat-belts! It will come with an original owner's manual and storage car cover.
Engine cast Number: 3782870
Engine Date Stamp: F0514RE
Engine VIN Stamp: 2113229
Winters Intake: 3795397
Carburetor: Carter AFB 3269S CC2
Transmission VIN Stamp: 2113229
Transmission Unit #: WF322
Generator #: 1102268 2A10
Distributor #: 1110985
Harrison Overflow Tank Date: 62B
This is a fantastic 1962 Corvette example that has traveled only limited, fair weather miles since the completion of it's outstanding body-off-frame restoration. This particular example has also always remained in a climate-controlled environment when parked. Close examination will reveal excellent attention to detail to include proper GM hoses with tower clamps on the radiator hoses, pinch clamps on the heater hoses, proper Harrison aluminum radiator with correct part and date stampings, a stenciled chassis number, suspension and drive-train inspections markings, T3 headlamps, original spare tire, and even a date-coded trunk mat!
It remains remarkably correct, continues to run brilliantly, and should not be a disappointment to anyone who is lucky enough to see and enjoy it firsthand! The example seen here has a few paint imperfections supporting that it has been previously enjoyed but regardless,remains in overall excellent condition! A beautiful Corvette that represents 1 of only 4,412 examples built with the 327ci/340hp power plant in 1962! Finding a solid axle C1 with this sort of presentation is not easy to do!
To learn more about this restored Classic Corvette for sale, contact Jon Faust at 855-586-3413 or by emailing . Finance & Shipping options available to those who qualify!