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The first generation of the Chevrolet Corvette, known as C-1 and introduced in 1953, was also known as "solid axle" generation. From 1962 Chevrolet Corvette was the last Corvette model out of the first generation that would end the era of the right shaft and the solid body (until 1998). Although the 1962 Chevy Corvette was the last Corvette with a solid rear axle, two new engines that were available in this model the fastest of the first generation Corvette.

Greasy fast

From 1962 Chevrolet Corvette with an increase in engine displacement to 327 cubic inches with the beginnings of the motor 327. From 1962 Chevrolet Corvette came with a choice of two variants of the 327, both fuel-injected V-8s. One with 275 horsepower, while the other produces a maximum of 340 horsepower. The two packed more punch than the previous model Corvette C-1 generation. The motor 327 also used hydraulic valve lifters, which are protected by valves during normal engine thermal expansion.

There were also many opportunities that have made the 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is a very capable race machine. Some options included a transmission that was cased in aluminum heat-activated fan and a fuel tank of 24 gallons.

The 1962 Chevrolet Corvette could go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.90 seconds and a top speed of 150 mph. The time it took to complete the quarter mile to a blazing 14.9 seconds. Some take this fast car, which was advanced in time, and have adapted a production runner and compete with him on the tracks around the country.

1962 Chevy Corvette Other Notables

The model 1962 Corvette was the last year, the wrap around windshield was used. It was also the last year the only convertible body style. The trunk lid and exposed headlamps, also a registered trademark of the Corvette C-1 of first generation (including the model 1962), ended with the next generation Corvette in 1963 and would not occur for many decades.

· Some other 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Specifications:

· Total built in 1962: 14,531 (an increase of 30% in '61)

· Introduction Price: $ 4,420 (U.S.)

· Models available: convertible

Compression ratio ·: 11.25:1

· System fuel: fuel injection

Corvette also had several lots of options. Buyers may be two-speed automatic transmission, or could go to three options for the manual transmission, 3 speed manual, 4-speed manual and 4-speed manual transmission in the aspect ratio.

The 1962 Corvette is distinguished by a variety of reasons. It has many "firsts" and "property". This was the last of the first generation Corvette. She was the first car with the engine 327. It was the most watched Corvette C1 generation, as has been the most product. From 1962 Chevy Corvette was and still is an attractive and a Corvette style has survived so many decades of success that he was the first and only American sports car to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2003.