Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this older frame off restored 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
Convertible with a matching #'s 327cid/340HP V8 'RE' code engine
with a 4 barrel Carter carburetor matched to it's original close
ratio 4 speed manual transmission! The recipient of a older fame
off restoration and refinished in 'Roman Red' color paint with a
matching Red vinyl interior trim with a new Black soft top and
factory steel 15" wheels and original 2 bar knock off wheel covers
on bias ply white wall tires.Matching #'s 327/340HP engine; date
coded correct 3782870 casting # Date code 1 27 1 with VIN # 2101562
F1005RE stamped on the engine pad. Correct amp; dated T10 4 speed
manual transmission code WJ1212 date code 7 31 61 correct amp;
dated rear end casting # 3789812 and dated 1 7 1. Stamp CD 9 13,
3.70:1 Positraction rear axle RPO 675. Intake manifold 3794129.
Generator 1102268. Exhaust Manifolds LH 3797901, RH 3797902.
Correct air cleaner, upper amp; lower ignition shielding. Correct
generator and tach drive distributor. Aluminum radiator. New front
suspension including king pins and tie rod ends. Bonding strips
intact. All new chrome, factory restored gauges, new carpet, dash
pad, door panels, seat covers, weather stripping, window felts amp;
windshield rubber. Absolutely no rust. Detailed
undercarriage.Factory options include:Base Corvette Convertible
$4,038Borg Warner T10 4 spd Close Ratio Transmission $188.30Dual
Exhaust7000 rpm TachometerAM Seeking Radio $137.75Rear Differential
3.08:1 Positraction Rear Axle $43.05Dash ClockCorrect Steering
WheelFinned Valve Covers327/340HP V8 $107.60 (1 of 4,412)All
mechanics are excellent.The car has no signs of any accidents and
is the beneficiary of an older frame off restoration and looks
extremely striking in it's repainted 'Roman Red' color paint with
matching color interior and a Black soft top. The car must be
driven and seen to be truly appreciated - drives straight as an
arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly
remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day sports car a
run for it's money! The 4 speed manual transmission shifts smoothly
through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!This
is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving and never abused
example of a frame-off restored 1962 Corvette and one highly
desirable and collectible unabused example of one of the best
styling efforts of the decade, a genuine grand touring car in every
sense of the word, this last year of the C1 generation Corvette
design (1953-62) was the first year that the displacement was
increased from 283 ci to 327 ci. and the very last year of the
conventional trunks, exposed headlights and solid rear axles; a
generation that seemingly increases in value and desirability each
year!This particular fully frame off restored model was appraised
in 8/2017 for the owners of the trust that then owned the car at
$97,800 and is sure to prove a most worthy investment for any
Corvette collector or classic American classic muscle car
enthusiast!