1962 Tuxedo Black Fuel Injected Corvette Convertible

Tuxedo Black w/Fawn interior, 327/360hp, 4-spd. manual transmission.

After nine years in production and no less than 4 distinct body designs, production of the first-generation Corvette came to an end with the ’62 model year.  This was the least “adorned” of the ’58-’62’s.  The side coves were still present but contrasting color and stainless surround was gone.  It was replaced with a ribbed rocker molding.  This was a cleaner, more modern look for Corvette.  Engine wise, cubic inches increased from 283 to 327.  And with it, horsepower was up, as well!

If you were looking for the “ultimate” in Corvette performance in ’62, all you needed to do was check RPO 582.  This got you the fuel injected 327, which put out 360hp.  The highest ever offered up to that point in a Corvette!  Back that up with a 4-spd. manual transmission and a performance ratio rear end, and you too could be “King of the Street!

This awesome example has the above options, and more!  Such as, both hard and soft tops, and Blackwall tires.  But what really sets this fuelie apart from the rest is its color combination, Tuxedo Black with Fawn interior.  One of only 1,918 fuel injected Corvettes built in ’62, it is also believed to be the only ’62 fuelie built in this color combo.  And it’s stunning!  The car also has its “born with” correct engine under the hood and has undergone a complete frame-off restoration.  It is also the recipient of an N.C.R.S. Top Flight Award!  The car comes with a binder full of info, including owner history back to new, award info, service receipts, photos of the restoration and more!  Truly a Corvette for the discriminating buyer/collector.