West Coast Classics are proud to present this recent comprehensive body off restored 1962 Chevrolet Corvette roadster in original 'Fawn Beige' exterior paint and matching interior. One of only 1,918 cars equipped with the legendary L84 327 small block with 360HP of Chevrolet small block matched to a Borg Warner 4-speed.
327 cubic inch L84 V8 / Rochester fuel injection / 360 horsepower
4-speed manual transmission / Borg Warner T10
Posi-traction differential / 3.73 gears
Fawn Beige paint
Fawn interior
Restoration photos
Two tops (canvas/hardtop)
Judging by its serial number, this roadster left GM's St. Louis line in May of 1962 in rare original paint code '920' Fawn Beige. The color's impact is heightened by Chevrolet's decision to go monochromatic for the model year, putting an end to those storied contrasting coves. There are pictures of the car stripped to its bare metal during the restoration with the body presenting well, being the kind of solid, no-hit shell bodyshops always aspire to restoring with panel fitment is true to factory standards.
Featuring the all new-for-1962 L84 327 with an impressive 1.146 horsepower per cubic inch (360 horsepower total), the compact powerhouse remained the highest-rated production small block ever offered by Chevrolet until the quad-cam LT5 was introduced in 1990. Rebuilt to factory specs, the original L84 in this roadster utilizes a high-lift cam, Double Hump Heads, and 11.25 to 1 compression with Rochester mechanical fuel injection setup perched atop an aluminum Winters intake- an option just 1,918 buyers selected for the model year. The front of the engine turns little aside from a period-correct generator while the water pump pairs with a Harrison radiator, a Harrison expansion tank, GM hoses, and single fan to keep the bay cool. The mill displays a correct 3782870 casting number behind a correct "RF" suffix stamp and matching 110937 partial VIN.
The floors are finished with a light layer of undercoating while the X-braced frame and key mechanical components are finished in standard Satin Black. Behind the L84, an original Borg Warner 4-speed powers a posi-traction axle and big, 3.73 gears. Suspension stays true to stock, with a double A-arm independent front-half leading a solid axle rear-clip. There are sway bars at both ends, and axle straps come in handy during quick takeoffs. The driving experience is a direct one thanks to manual steering and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, which are surprisingly effective at the bringing the car to a quick halt. Factory-style exhaust through factory-style mufflers and angle-cut pipes. At the corners, 15-inch wheels spin full covers inside 6.70-15 BF Goodrich Silvertown whitewalls, completing the car in period-correct styling.
The car has Tuxedo carpeting that's protected by thick floor mats. That carpet extends on the bottom of the restored door panels, freshened with new hardware and reflectors. The vinyl bucket seats are still firm and supportive, and the stainless outlines that extend behind them present as new with a short shifter framed by an original looking shift plate. The dash is the attractive jet-age carry over with a dramatic speedometer backing small accessory gauges and a prominent tachometer. All the chrome pulls and switches show well and, in the center stack, a Wonder Bar radio tops factory heater controls. This is a two-top car so, behind the seats, you'll find a white canvas top which can be hidden and replaced by a body-matched hardtop whenever you feel so inclined.
You will look long and hard to find a finer example of an L84 car, this Corvette will be sure to only appreciate in value over time and prove a sound investment for any classic car enthusiast or Corvette collector.
