VIN Decoder for classic cars & trucks (1950-1980)
Decoded:
Basic
Model Year 1962
Make Chevrolet
Series Corvette
Trim Level Convertible
Original Base Price $4,038.00
No. Produced 14,531
Body
Body Maker Fisher
No. Doors 2
Weight 2,905lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 102 inches
Length 176.7 inches
Width 70.4 inches
Height 52.8 inches
Front Tread 57 inches
Rear Tread 59 inches
Engine
Type V8, Overhead valve
Displacement 326.7 cu. in.
Cylinders 8
Bore & Stroke 4 & 3 1/4 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 10.5 to 1
Brake Horsepower 250@4400
Rated Horsepower 51.2
Torque 350@2800
Main Bearings 5
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Block Material Cast iron
Engine Numbers Suffix RC (M/T) or SC (A/T)
Engine No. Location On front right side of block.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Downdraft 4-barrel
Make Carter
Transmission
Type Synchronous 3-speed manual
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.47 to 1
2nd 1.53 to 1
3rd 1 to 1
Reverse 2.80 to 1
Clutch Type
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
Clutch Size 10 inches
Axle Type
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.36 to 1
Suspension
Front Independent coil springs
Rear Longitudinal leaf spring
Steering Gear
Steering Gear Recirculating ball
Brakes
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Front Size 11 inches
Rear Size 11 inches
Emergency Rear service brakes
Size 11 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Dual
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 volt storage battery
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator Cross flow
Fuel Type Premium
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Tire Size 6.7 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 16.5 Gallons
Oil 5 Quarts
Transmission 2 Pints
Cooling System 18.5 Quarts
Rear Differential 4 Pints
Classic Rating
Classic Rating Milestone Car
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. 20867S100001 to 20867S114531
VIN Description Total Digits: 12 Digits 1: Model year Digits 2-3: Series Digits 4-5: Body style Digits 6: Assembly plant Digits 7-12: Production number
VIN Location
Additional Information
Additional Information Cooling system capacity includes heater. Number produced includes all Corvettes for this year.