1962 Corvette
Wheelbase: 102"
Track: 57" Front / 58.8" Rear
Height: 51.5" Over Hardtop
Length: 177.2"
Width: 70.4"
Curb Weight: 3,065lbs.
Tire Size: 6.70x15"
Plant: St. Louis
Chevrolet showed the experimental Mako Shark for the first time. Sales had increased to the point where a second shift
at the plant was added shortly after 1962 production began. Engine displacement increased from 283ci for 1961 to 327ci
for 1962. Dual carburetor engines were no longer available. 1962 Corvettes could not be ordered with a painted side
cove.
Base Engine: 327ci V8 250hp
Engine Options: 327ci 300hp, 327ci 360hp - Fuel Injection
Work began in 1962 on a Corvette that would become known as the "Grand Sport"
