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This 1962 Corvette was the first year for the 327 cubic inch small block Chevy. This year offered 4 engine options, 3 used a single 4 barrel carburetor with the base model being 250 h.p., the second option was 300 h.p. , third engine was 340 h.p. and the Fuel Injection engine was 360 h.p.. - - I have owned my '62 Corvette since 1983 and I love it !

I believe the engine is a 327 cubic inch, Edelbrock intake, Moroso Air cleaner, Mick Thompson valve covers, the Carburator is a Holly probably a 600cfm.

I have owned two corvettes. 80 and 2004. I was 14 when I saw my first Corvette and it was the 62. I loved the dual headlamps. It was a red convertible and my favorite feature was the roadster style and the rearview mirror mounted on the dash. I was in love. It took me until 1995 to have the spare money to buy my brother-in-law's 1980 red L-80 with the T-tops. My wife surprised me for my 50th birthday with the 50th anniversary -04 model. One day I hope to have the mid-engined model.

Corvettes did come with fire extinguishers in the trunk as dealer-installed accessories. These fire extinguishers were typically 2 3/4 lb in size and were offered by dealers as optional accessories that could be purchased at the parts counter. The extinguishers usually had a “GM” label on the metal label and were stamped with a year. They were designed to be mounted in the car somewhere, but there was no set location for mounting them; instead, it was left up to the discretion of the buyer. The original extinguishers often included a bracket and featured a GM logo on them. Additionally, road-side emergency kits also included a different style of extinguisher without a mounting bracket, intended to be stored in the trunk or rear compartment of the Corvette. These kits also had a “GM” label on the extinguisher.

1967 - 427- Corvette Stingray Convertible (preferably in Marina Blue, side pipes, red line tires, etc.) - absolutely at the top. My first new car was a mid-70's vette ordered from the dealer - out the door price was $9500. Excellent channel - I live in Lakewood a few miles from your shop - keep up the great work!

1958-1962 C1’s have always been my favorite. This is one of the most beautiful cars I’ve ever seen in my life.

That is BY FAR my favorite year of Corvette.

In March 1957 I purchased my first car, a 1957 Chevy Bel Air two door hardtop. That summer I got the itch for a sports car which led me to my first 1957 Corvette in August. It was Inca Silver with a single four barrel carb, three on the floor and an AM radio. Unfortunately, a good friend totaled that car in September but fortunately insurance covered the loss with my $50 deductible. I had saved a little money, so I chose an Onyx Black 57 Corvette with dual four barrels, four on the floor and a signal seeking AM radio. I courted my wife to be and drove that car 45,000 miles over the next two years (no interstates back then) and sold it to a used car dealer for $2,000. I then bought a used 1956 Chevy sedan for $1,400 and used the remaining $600 to finance my upcoming marriage, all while a second lieutenant in the Army. BTW, my wife and I will celebrate our 65th wedding anniversary in September. Corvette power!!

1962 is my favorite classic Corvette, so seeing one in this condition broke my heart. Glad to see you guys bring her back.

The C3 was absolutely the sexiest!

This is quite possibly one of the best before and afters you guys have done

Best keep it in the family,drive it and enjoy it as your grandfather did. Once it's gone it's always gone. Remember it's only original once. It's a wonderful inheritance. Money is not everything. That 62 Corvette is in amazing original condition. Great clean up video. Wish I could own a car like that one.❤

I have scanned a lot of the comments and can’t believe I saw no mention of Todd and Buzz and Route 66. That show helped put the Corvette in many garages.

The intake manifold, the Holley carburetor, the valve covers and air cleaner are all aftermarket. The valve covers are Micky Thompson.

As a former 62 Very owner and now 78 years old, loved watching you work on it. I also had the hardtop for it. It will always be my favorite car. Bought it in 1965 for $2,600.

I am going on 79 this year and this is the Corvette of my wish list. AWESOME JOB GUYS.

Moroso is an aftermarket company. they specialize in oil pans and other accessories. i also see a holley carburetor, edelbrock intake, and mickey Thompson valve covers.

Just my opinion, seeing the overall condition of the Corvette and engine modifications, i.e. Edelbrock Intake manifold, Holley carburetor, Moroso air cleaner and Mickey/Thompson valve covers, flexible radiator hose etc, etc. it's leaning more to 111,000 miles. May not be OEM Engine, I hope not! Good detail job. Keep em comin'!

Great job guys, bringing back that classic old Corvette.