1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
The Monza convertible was new for 1962, bringing open-air motoring to the sporty rear-engine compact and helping push Corvair sales to their high-water mark.
20967W287018
6 Cyl
Engine
Convertible
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Model Code | 0967 | Corvair Monza |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 287018 | Unit #287018 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvair Monza
Year1962
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke8 inches
Displacement145.3
Cylinders6
Compression8.0
Horsepower80@4400
Main Bearings4
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Rated HP28.36
Torque128@2300
Dimensions
Production16569
Weight2675
Height53.5
Wheelbase108
Rear Tread54.5
Length180
Width67
Drivetrain
AxleTransaxle
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.27
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio3.97
2nd Gear Ratio1.99
1st Gear Ratio3.50
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size6.5 x 13
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity14
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle with crossover
CoolingAir cooled
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, Power brakes, Power seats, Power steering, Power windows, Air conditioning, Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAdobe Beige, All colors may not be available in all models., Almond Beige, Anniversary Gold Metallic, Autumn Gold Metallic, Corona Cream, Ermine White, Fawn Beige Metallic, Honduras Maroon Metallic, Lacquer, Laurel Green Metallic, Nassau Blue Metallic, Roman Red, Sateen Silver Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, Surf Green, Tuxedo Black, Twilight Blue Metallic, Twilight Turquoise, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$2779.00
Other
B&s 3 7/16 & 2 39/64
Body
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.