1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Chevrolet’s Corvette introduced late in the 1953 model year and produced through 1962 is commonly referred to as the "solid-axle" generation. In 1961, the rear of the car was completely redesigned with the addition of a "duck tail" with the now iconic four round lights. This tail light treatment would continue for all following model years of Corvettes. The most noticeable exterior changes for 1962 were the removal of the side cover chrome trim. Without the trim brightwork, it was not possible to offer the coves in a contrasting color, so for the first time since 1955, Corvettes were offered in solid colors only. A blacked-out grille and ribbed chrome rocker panel molding were new. The standard features now included an electric clock, dual exhaust, a tachometer, a heater and defroster, seat belts, an outside rearview mirror and a windshield washer.

The most significant new feature was that the small-block engine was enlarged to 327 CI, which produced 250 HP in standard form. However, for an extra $484.20 over list price, the Code 582 fuel-injected 327 version produced 360 HP, making it the fastest of the first generation. Suddenly, the 160 MPH speedometer on the Corvette’s dash became quite serious. Racing privateers capitalized on the new engine, as Corvettes took a class win at the 1962 Daytona Continental and won the year’s SCCA Class A-Production title. This high-performance, fuel-injected 327 CI engine was only ordered on 1,918 Corvettes, making these cars very rare and coveted by collectors alike.

This final year, fuel-injected 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is an incredible example that benefits from a frame-off restoration, is finished in a sought-after triple-black color scheme and is accompanied by a matching black convertible hardtop. Believed to be one of 1,918 1962 Corvettes equipped with the powerful Rochester fuel-injection system, the car retains its matching-numbers 327 CI V-8 engine, and a 4-speed manual gearbox further increases this machine’s desirability.

Corvette boasted in its advertisements that “Fuel Injection V-8 and a four-speed box isn't a drive at all, it's an emotional experience!” True, and this Tuxedo Black Corvette roadster with the 327/360 HP and matching hardtop will ensure driver and passenger excitement traveling down any style of road.