Vehicle Description
This is a beautiful 1962 Corvette in matching red interior and
exterior. It's powered by a fuel-injected 327ci V8, mated with a
four-speed manual transmission. The "RF" stamping on the engine pad
indicates it is a fuel-injected 327ci/360hp engine with a hi-lift
camshaft. The Corvette was acquired by the current owner three
years ago. The new owner subsequently commissioned $20,000 in
restoration work by Just Corvettes of Northfield, Illinois. This
included a rebuild of the original T10 transmission, wiring
updates, replacement of the front stabilizer bar, bushings, and
links, replacement with correct rear leaf springs, and brake
servicing. The Rochester fuel injection unit was also overhauled.
At this time steel 15" wheels, with factory bright covers, shod
with Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires were
installed.Additional work was performed, including replacement of
the ignition harness and battery, re-coring of the radiator, and
installation of new ignition components, belts, hoses, and fluids.
The fuel and temperature gauges were rebuilt as well, and the fuel
sending unit was replaced. The front parking lights were also
replaced, along with the rear wiring harness.The exhaust system was
replaced under previous ownership.The original interior is in
excellent condition, showing only minor wear consistent with a well
maintained survivor. The three-spoke steering wheel frames a
160-mph speedometer, a 7,000 rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges
for fuel level, coolant temperature, amperage, and oil pressure.
Amenities include a push-button Wonderbar AM radio, analog clock,
cigarette lighter, lap belts, a dash-mounted rearview mirror, a
replacement wiper motor switch and slide actuator, and rubber floor
mats.The equipment includes a white convertible top, and a
body-color removable hardtop. The upholstery was correctly replaced
along with the carpeting, but the balance of the interior appears
to be largely original.The undercarriage components appear to be
correct. And with the exception of the items noted in this
narrative, there is no evidence of modifications. All the parts
present themselves as OEM, including the replaced leaf springs.
Nothing stands out as an aftermarket part. The five-digit odometer
shows 57k miles, and true mileage is unknown. However, given the
condition of the undercarriage, a case could be made that the
mileage on the odometer is original.The fiberglass bodywork is
finished in red and has one known repaint under previous ownership.
Close-up photos of the paint, trim, and lenses, as well as the
rebuild invoice, are shown in the gallery.Overall, this is an
exceptionally well cared for, and well maintained, '62 fuel
injected Corvette. It's located in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and
available for inspection by appointment. If you like what you see
and read, you will like this car. Contact us!...
