{"id":4908,"date":"2010-10-04T15:09:06","date_gmt":"2010-10-04T15:09:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.gentrylane.com\/s\/?p=4908"},"modified":"2022-04-21T11:39:48","modified_gmt":"2022-04-21T15:39:48","slug":"1962-chevrolet-corvette-convertible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gentrylane.ca\/s\/domestic-inventory\/sold-domestic\/1962-chevrolet-corvette-convertible","title":{"rendered":"1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Chevrolet<\/strong> Corvette<\/em> first appeared in 1953 as a unique American<\/em> entry into the sports car market dominated by European makes. Although not a muscle car by definition, the Corvette used muscle car powertrains and has represented American<\/em>performance for almost fifty years.<\/p>\n

In each year between 1960 and 1962<\/em>, performance and styling enhancements made it more and more appealing to a wide variety of buyers. 1961 was the first year forCorvette<\/strong> trademark quad taillights. In 1962<\/em>, engine displacement was increased to327 cu. in.<\/strong> and top horsepower was up to 360.<\/p>\n

There were only subtle<\/em> differences in the body for 1962<\/strong>. Most noteworthy was the lack of chrome trim around the coves, which meant you could no longer order two-tone paint. Production jumped to 14,500 for this last year of the introductory C1 Corvette<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Fitted to this car; a NUMBERS MATCHING 327<\/em><\/strong> <\/em>cubic inch 340 HP<\/strong> V-8 engine. The transmission is a 4 Speed Manual<\/em>. The exterior is Ermine White<\/em> with a gorgeous Red Vinyl<\/em> interior, working Wonderbar Radio<\/strong> and white soft Top in great condition. Very Solid example, stunning older restoration<\/em>. Not only is this Classic Muscle Car<\/strong> extremely appealing, but it also runs and drives very well. This car would be a great addition to any collection. The last of the straight axle Corvettes<\/strong> and the first to offer a Chevy 327 <\/em>cid small block V8.<\/p>\n