portedly the recipient of a body-off restoration that included a respray of its original Fawn Beige color, this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is one of 1,918 produced with the 360-horsepower “Fuelie” version of the small-block V8 , the first year for the 327 engine. It’s also a two-top car that comes with a removable hard top in addition to the standard folding soft top.
- der the hood is the reported-original L48-code 327-cu.in. OHV V8, rated at ” casting number on the block.
- It also has the correct “RF” suffix stamp and “110937” partial VIN stamping.
- A correct-appearing exhaust system includes factory-style mufflers and angle-cut outlets.
- The engine is paired with the correct g- rner four-speed manual transmission.
- Drivetrain details also include the correct Positraction rear axle with 3.73 gears.
- ct-appearing details include the hoses and clamps, radiator, and expansion tank.
- The restored exterior was repainted the original 920-code Fawn Beige.
- There are no reported blemishes in the finish and the exterior trim also appears very good.
- The body reportedly shows no signs of previous accident damage and panel fitment is good.
- The optional hard top is also said to be in very good shape, along with the white folding top.
- ide, the Fawn vinyl cockpit was also restored and shows well.
- Mild wear is evident in the seat covers.
- All the chrome pulls and switches show well, and all the gauges are said to be functional.
- The car has a factory Wonder r radio.
- The suspension, steering, and braking elements are reportedly in stock condition.
- It was the final year for the C1 Corvette and its solid rear axle.
- BF Silvertown whitewall tires measure 6.70-15 and are mounted on stock wheels.
- Those steel wheels are adorned with the correct full wheel covers.
- Photos of the restoration are included.
- There are no reported needs.
- This vintage C1 Corvette represents the last year for the solid-axle generation.
- It wears a restoration that appears to be holding up very well.