1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 4-Dr. Sedan
The four-door Monza added sporty bucket-seat trim to a practical sedan, part of the wildly popular Monza range of 1962.
20969W172824
6 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
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 | 0969 | Corvair Monza |
| Plant Code | W | Willow Run, MI |
| Serial Number | 172824 | Unit #172824 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvair Monza
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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
Torque128@2300
Main Bearings4
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Rated HP28.36
Dimensions
Production48059
Weight2415
Height51.5
Wheelbase108
Rear Tread54.5
Length180
Width67
Drivetrain
AxleTransaxle
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.27
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.99
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.97
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio3.50
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size6.5 x 13
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity14
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
ExhaustSingle with crossover
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
CoolingAir cooled
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, Power steering, Power brakes, Power seats, Air conditioning, Power windows, 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$2273.00
Other
B&s 3 7/16 & 2 39/64
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.