1962 Chevrolet Corvette

The Corvette looked cleaner for 1962, with less chrome and without the two-tone paint option, though bright rocker-panel trim was added. 1962 also marked the last of the straight axle Corvettes, and was the first year the Corvette was offered with a 327 small block V8. The 327 was offered with several horse power options including a 250, 300, 340 and the biggest yet 360hp “fuelie”. The Corvette was a true sports car, as power steering, power brakes, and air condition were not available, although Performance seekers could order "Duntov" camshafts, thermo-activated cooling fans, and aluminum-cased transmissions. The special racing package called "Sebring" included a direct-flow exhaust system, 15x5.5 inch wheels, a 24-gallon fuel tank ($118.40), four-speed gearbox ($188.30), Posi-Traction rear axle ($43.05), sintered metallic brake linings ($37.70), and a heavy-duty suspension ($333.60). The most desired option was the 327 V8 "fuelie" rated at 370 hp with a extra cost of $484.20.

 

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Production Numbers

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Corvette
08	67	2 Dr Convertible	$4,038	2,925 lbs	14,531

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Lenght	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Corvette	102 in	177.2 in	72.8 in	57 in	58.8 in	6.70 x 15

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Options

Code	Description	Price
102	Signal Seeking AM Radio	$137.75
276	15 x 5.5 Wheels	No Charge
313	Powerglide Transmission	$199.10
419	Auxiliary Hardtop	$236.75
426	Power Windows	$59.20
441	Direct-Flow Exhaust	No Charge
473	Power Operated Folding Top	$161.40
675	Positraction Rear Axle	$43.05
685	4-Speed Manual Transmission	$188.30
686	Metallic Brakes	$37.70
687	Heavy-Duty Brakes & Suspension	$333.60
1625A	24-Gallon Fuel Tank	$161.40
1832	6.70 x 15 White Sidewall Tires	$31.55
1833	6.70 x 15 Black Sidewall Tires	$15.75
Not Available	Positive Crankcase Ventilation	$ Not Available
396	327-cid/340-hp V-8	$107.60
582	327-cid/370-hp V-8	$484.20
583	327-cid/300-hp V-8	$53.80

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.

Letter Code	Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Transmission	Carburetor
RC	8-327	250	350	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
RD	8-327 *	300	360	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
RE	8-327 + #	340	344	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
RF	8-327 +	360	352	3 & 4-Speed Manual	Fuel Injection
SC	8-327	250	350	Powerglide	4 BC
SD	8-327 *	300	360	Powerglide	4 BC

+ High Lift Camshaft * High Performance # Special High Performance

Transmission Codes

Transmission	Location
3-Speed Manual	Stamped on rear face of upper right corner
4-Speed Manual	Stamped on boss on lower left side of case just below side cover.
Powerglide	Stamped on the bottom of oil pan

Plant and Type Designation Prefix	Plant	Transmission Type
W	Warner Gear	4-Speed
S	Saginaw	3-Speed, Overdrive*
C	Cleveland	Powerglide

*Overdrive distinguished from 3-Speed by physical appearance only. The above transmissions will carry a production code number such as: S304 (S = Saginaw 3-Speed, 3 = March, 04 = 4th.)

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code	Color Image	Color Name / Code	Color Image
923 - Roman Red Lucite® Code - 2931LH Dulux® Code - 93-93037H		940 - Sateen Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 4023L Dulux® Code - 181-9009
936 - Ermine White Lucite® Code - 4024L Dulux® Code - 93-93774		938 - Almond Beige Lucite® Code - 2964L Dulux® Code - 93-95110
948 - Honduras Maroon Metallic Lucite® Code - 4034LH Dulux® Code - 181-17182H		920 - Fawn Beige Metallic Lucite® Code - 4146L Dulux® Code - 181-94697
925 - Coronna Cream Lucite® Code - 4151L Dulux® Code - 93-94079		900 - Tuxedo Black Lucite® Code - 88L Dulux® Code - 93-005
NOTES: General Motors paint code plate for all models except Corvair and Corvette is located under the hood at the top of the firewall on the left or right of the upper shroud. Corvair paint code plate is on the left rear wheel housing. Corvette paint code plate is not shown on car.

1962 Chevrolet Corvette Interior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code	Color Image	Color Name / Code	Color Image
Black Duco® Code - #44	Not Available	Fawn Metallic Duco® Code - 94697	Not Available
Red Duco® Code - 2967H	Not Available
NOTE: Unrubbed LUCITE® will generally produce a gloss comparable to original unrubbed interior semi-gloss finishes. If lower gloss is required, use DuPont #4528 flattening compound to reduce gloss.

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.

Codes - Non-Locking	Codes - Locking	Ratio	Inspection Cover
CA	CB	3.36 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CH	CK	3.36 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
	CC	3.55 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CJ	CL	3.55 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
	CD	3.70 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
	CM	3.70 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
	CE	4.11 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
	CN	4.11 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
	CF	4.56 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
	CP	4.56 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt