Vehicle Description
Black and red are two of the most aggressive colors around, and
this 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne certainly wears them with pride. It's
a true old-school street machine with four-on-the-floor and a 409
big block built by a hot rod master.
This is the car that defined a generation. The '62 not only told
the world the tailfin was dead, but it also signaled that angular
style was the new direction. There's even a terrific crease in the
profile that looks like an arrow always pointing the car forward.
So it already has some forward-thinking speedy style. This one even
wants to subtly let you know it's something extra powerful with the
competition-style American Racing Torq Thrust wheels and a wider
rear tire set for an awesome stance. Those who might not notice
these or the 409 callouts on the front fender may just see a solid
cruiser. The black paint, clean sheet metal, chrome bumpers, and
classic trim all show well without getting too flashy. And while
the pillar-top two-door is a stronger design preferred for street
machines, most people just like the look of the cool wraparound
rear glass.
A red interior always looks great against the black, and it really
helps to establish the right street machine attitude. A classic
bench seat, deleted rear seat, and simple floor coverings are all
about a low-option and weight-saving setup that the boulevard kings
had back in the day. The classic thin steering wheel, auxiliary
gauge trio, and Hurst shifter will give the right performance
tingle from the driver's seat. And because this is also a true
classic you do get a few of the right indulgences subtly added.
This includes a retro-style AM/FM stereo and a freshly
reupholstered seat with stylish cloth inserts.
The engine bay is home to an icon. Chevy big blocks were the ones
everyone wanted on a Saturday night back in the day, and this 409
cubic-inch V8 is so legendary that they write songs about it. It
only gets better when you know this powerhouse was built by Lamar
Walden Racing - someone who has been working on these big blocks
since this Biscayne was new to the streets. That's why this has
some of the best power upgrades like bored .60 over, stroked, 690
high-performance heads, 10.2 compression, a Comp Cams camshaft,
newer rods, and topped with a large Edelbrock 750 CFM four-barrel
carburetor. And we love seeing a new aluminum radiator that helps
keep this big block running cool. In fact, there are some great
recent investments in upgrades that make this a better all-around
driver. It includes a new power steering system, power brakes, and
front discs. And the new dual exhaust really gives you a terrific
big block tune. Plus, you'll feel firmly in control of the power
and soundtrack thanks to the Muncie four-speed manual transmission.
There was even a more recent upgrade to power brakes and front
discs.
Complete with maintenance records, this Biscayne does a terrific
job of giving you that old-school feel of a car that knew how to
own the boulevard. It's true Americana with a true rumbling big
block heart. Call today!!!
