Original 1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Classic Car #cars #sportscar #musclecar #luxury #classicvette #v8

The 1962 Chevy Corvette was a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive convertible featuring a fiberglass body and a 327-cubic-inch V8 engine. Options ranged from a 250 hp carbureted version to a 360 hp fuel-injected model, with transmissions including a 3-speed manual and a 4-speed manual or Powerglide automatic. Key specs include a 102-inch wheelbase, a 177.2-inch length, and a suspension with independent front A-arms and a solid rear axle.
Engine and performance
Engine: 327-cubic-inch displacement V8 engine
Horsepower: Ranged from 250 hp (carbureted) to 360 hp (fuel-injected)
Transmission: 3-speed Synchro-Mesh standard, with optional 4-speed close ratio manual or Powerglide automatic
0-60 mph: Approximately 5.5 to 5.9 seconds (depending on engine and transmission)
Drivetrain and chassis
Drivetrain: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
Chassis: Box-girder X-member reinforced frame
Suspension: Independent A-arms with coil springs in the front and a solid rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs in the rear
Steering: Rack and pinion system
Dimensions and weight
Wheelbase: 102 inches
Overall length: 177.2 inches
Overall height: 52.2 inches (with soft top up)
Curb weight: Around 3,137 lbs
Body and exterior
Body: Fiberglass reinforced plastic body with a sculptured side and rear panels
Key design elements: This was the last model year for contrasting coves, making it the final two-tone Corvette for many years. It also featured exposed headlights for the last time until 2005.
Brakes and wheels
Brakes: Hydraulic 11-inch drum brakes
Wheels: Standard 15 x 5K steel disc wheels
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The 1962 Chevrolet Corvette marked the end of the first-generation (C1) models, featuring a new 327 cubic-inch V8 engine, refined styling, and improved performance. All 14,531 cars produced in 1962 were convertibles.
Engines and performance
The most significant change for 1962 was the replacement of the previous 283 cu. in. V8 with a new, more powerful 327 cu. in. V8 engine. Four engine choices were available, with power outputs ranging from 250 hp to 360 hp, the highest yet for a factory Corvette.
Engine Option Description Horsepower Torque Compression Ratio
Base V8 Single 4-barrel carburetor, hydraulic valve lifters. 250 bhp @ 4400 rpm. 350 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm. 10.5:1.
Optional V8 (RPO 583) Single 4-barrel carburetor, hydraulic valve lifters. 300 bhp @ 5000 rpm. 360 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm. 10.5:1.
Optional V8 (RPO 396) Single 4-barrel carburetor, mechanical valve lifters. 340 bhp @ 6000 rpm. 344 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm. 11.25:1.
Fuel Injection V8 (RPO 582) Rochester fuel injection, mechanical valve lifters. 360 bhp @ 6000 rpm. 352 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm. 11.25:1.
Powertrain and chassis
Standard Transmission: 3-speed synchro-mesh manual transmission with a floor-mounted shifter.
Optional Transmissions: A Powerglide 2-speed automatic and a 4-speed manual transmission were also available.
Chassis: The car used a box-girder X-member reinforced frame. The 1962 model was the last Corvette to use the solid-rear-axle suspension.
Brakes and Wheels: Standard 11-inch hydraulic drum brakes on all four wheels. 15 x 5K steel wheels with safety rims were standard. A heavy-duty metallic brake option was also available.
Exterior features and dimensions
For 1962, the exterior was streamlined by removing the chrome trim around the side coves and eliminating the contrasting color option.
Body: Fiberglass reinforced plastic body, available only as a convertible with an optional auxiliary hardtop.
Grille: A blacked-out grille replaced the chrome mesh of previous years.
Rocker Panels: Features ribbed chrome rocker panel moldings for the first time.
Headlights: Exposed quad headlights were used for the last time on a Corvette until 2005.
Tail: A "ducktail" rear end with four cylindrical taillights was carried over from the 1961 model.
Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 102 inches
Overall Length: 177.2 inches
Overall Width: 70.4 inches
Interior features
The interior featured all-vinyl bucket seats and a driver-focused dashboard layout.
Dash and Gauges: A vinyl-covered padded instrument panel housed a speedometer, tachometer, and other gauges.
Seats: Foam-rubber padded, individually adjustable all-vinyl bucket seats were standard.
Standard Features: Seat belts, a heater/defroster, an electric clock, and a push-button windshield washer were included.
Optional Features: Optional features included power windows and a transistorized, signal-seeking AM radio.