INTRODUCTION: Experts estimate only 300-350 Golden Anniversary
Chevrolets were produced in total, across all models and engine
combinations. This example represents the ultimate- an authentic #s
matching Super Sport equipped with the most powerful motor
available- the 409-409 hp. It has undergone a body off frame
restoration back to factory condition, presenting as it would have
when new. Its authenticity is supported by the original trim tag on
the firewall, along with letters from the first 2 owners that owned
it for a combined 35 years.
EXTERIOR: The body is not only attractive- it's practically
flawless. It's been thoroughly inspected from top to bottom and is
straight, clean, and I found no signs of rust or damage. The panels
fit square and flush, and the doors close with a solid, proper
feel. It's finished in its unique Golden Anniversary metallic
color. The metallic is laid out evenly, and the clear coat is
polished to a beautiful, high gloss finish. Being a Super Sport, it
features the correct machine turned trim along the sides and tail
panel, along with SS emblems and the crossed flag 409 badges. It
also has a sporty rear mounted antenna and a bowtie mirror on the
door. All the chrome and trim is bright and shiny. The glass is
crystal clear, and the weatherstrips have been replaced. It's
rolling on reproduction BF Goodrich Silvertown tires with SS
spinner hubcaps, completing the look perfectly.
INTERIOR: It is finished in pale yellow upholstery with gold trim
which is unique to the Golden Anniversary models. From carpet to
headliner, everything has been replaced with quality reproduction
materials, giving it the look and feel of 1962. On the floor is the
correct gold and black speckled carpet, along with the proper bezel
surrounding the 4-speed shifter. The original linkage is included
with the car, though it's currently upgraded with a new Hurst
shifter for improved performance and feel. Between the freshly
upholstered bucket seats sits the factory center console, part of
the Super Sport package, along with the grab bar on the passenger
side dash. It also features the optional dash pad and a vintage Sun
tachometer mounted on the column. Interior lights are functioning,
and all the trim presents beautifully. It truly feels like stepping
back in time... or better yet, sitting back in 1962!
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: This is the ultimate powerplant for 1962- the
legendary 409 topped with the optional 409 horsepower setup! It
features an aluminum intake with dual four barrel carburetors and
is #s matching, restored with great attention to detail. Correct
components include the glass fuel bowl, proper choke tube,
reproduction spark plug wires, and the dual snorkel air cleaner on
top. It's equipped with the correct slant top radiator (unique to a
409), reproduction hoses and clamps. Power steering and power
brakes make it as enjoyable to drive as it is impressive to show.
Everything is complete and properly assembled, right down to the
washer system with its concentrated fluid bottle. It even has the
Sun tachometer transmitter and proper spring clamp battery cables
with a disconnect. All metal surfaces are neatly painted, and the
original cowl tag remains intact on the firewall, identifying this
as a Golden Anniversary car.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Absolutely clean, complete, and presented just
as it would have been in 1962. Under the trunk lid and jamb are
painted as nicely as the exterior. Inside is spotless metal
finished with a neatly applied gray spatter paint. It's detailed
right down to the correct decals, weatherstrip, and trunk mats. It
also includes a restored jack assembly and a spare on a matching
rim with a reproduction tire that's never been used. Even the trunk
reflects the same level of care and authenticity found throughout
the entire car.
UNDERSIDE: The body was removed from the frame for a thorough
restoration back to assembly line condition. I'm genuinely
impressed with how clean the metal is. The floors, braces, and
inner rockers are dry as a chalkboard and finished in a smooth
satin black. The X-frame and chassis components are just as clean
and properly detailed. The steering and suspension have been
completely rebuilt, along with the brake system, which still has a
functioning e-brake. The fuel system was also replaced during the
restoration. Looking up at the engine, it's neatly finished in
proper Chevy orange and equipped with the correct starter and
canister style oil filter. It has its #s matching T10 4-speed
trans, and out back is the original posi rear end, correctly dated
for the car.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: Not only was this an extremely rare car in 1962,
experts estimate only a small percentage have survived and among
those, how many are Super Sports with the 409/409 hp? This could
very well be a one-of-one! In terms of its features, condition, and
documentation this is a collector's dream. Opportunities like this
don't come around twice. If you've been waiting for something truly
special, this is it.
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Anniversary Edition
409-409 HP
Dual Quads
Power steering
Power brakes
Super Sport
Sun tachometer
Bucket seats
Console
Padded dash
Rear antenna
Rocker moldings
Reproduction tires
Spinner hubcaps
