1962 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Dr. Sedan
The Biscayne was Chevrolet's entry-level full-size model in 1962, offering no-frills transportation with proven reliability for budget-conscious buyers. This two-door sedan ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
Confidence
95%
21111B170746
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Baltimore, MD
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: GM Passenger VIN System cards; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1962 Chevrolet Biscayne
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Model Code | 1111 | Biscayne |
| Plant Code | B | Baltimore, MD |
| Serial Number | 170746 | Unit #170746 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelBiscayne
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
235 cu.in. I6
Horsepower135 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
Displacement235 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower170 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower340 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower400 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2x4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
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
Clutch Size10.5 inches
Torque217@2200
Cylinders6
Rated HP30.4
Compression8.25
Horsepower135@4000
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Main Bearings4
Displacement235.5
Dimensions
Production127870
Front Tread60.3
Rear Tread59.3
Wheelbase119
Width79
Length209.6
Height55.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.94
Reverse Ratio3.33
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
CoolingCentrifugal pump with thermostat, 18.5 Quarts
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, Power brakes, Pushbutton Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAdobe Beige, 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
Pricing
MSRP$2324.00
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.