1962 Chevrolet Corvette Honduras Maroon 4-Speed
The final year of the first-generation Corvette (C1) is also one of the most beautiful-crisp body lines, toothy grille, and quad tail lamps that hint at the Sting Ray era to come. Finished in striking Honduras Maroon with gleaming brightwork and wide whitewalls, this '62 presents as the quintessential American roadster, enhanced with tasteful performance upgrades that make it a joy to drive.
Highlights
Replacement Small-Block V8 (350 ci) " professionally built in Southern California (per prior owner notes) with custom headers and a Holley 750 CFM double-pumper; an easy-starting, strong-pulling package that feels right at home in a C1.
Estimated 400+ HP tune (seller notes) with the sound and throttle response enthusiasts expect.
Borg-Warner T-10 4-speed manual " the right gearbox for a C1; crisp shifts and great highway manners.
Auxiliary body-color hardtop shown; classic roadster stance with removable-top versatility.
Wide whitewall radials (P205/75R15) on correct bright factory wheels and caps.
Clean, tidy engine bay with finned Corvette valve covers and period-correct appearance.
Well-sorted driver: smooth clutch take-up, confident brakes, tracks straight, and runs cool.
Trunk full of extras: period manuals, catalogs, spare parts, and Corvette literature add provenance and value (see photos).
Exterior
The Honduras Maroon paint shows deep gloss and even panel reflections over straight fiberglass. Chrome bumpers, spears, and trim present beautifully, and the iconic coves wear correct crossed-flags emblems. Panel fit is consistent, glass is clear, and the removable hardtop's stainless trim is bright and tight.
Interior
Classic black cockpit with original-style seats and door panels, factory steering wheel, and the signature twin-hood dash. Gauges are clean and legible, switchgear operates as it should, and the overall presentation is honest and inviting-exactly what you want in a C1 you'll actually drive.
Drivetrain & Performance
Under the hood, the upgraded 350 V8 breathes through headers and a Holley 750 for strong mid-range torque and an authoritative small-block soundtrack. Coupled with the T-10 4-speed, this car pulls hard, shifts cleanly, and cruises comfortably. It's the essence of early-sixties Corvette performance with modern reliability baked in.
Undercarriage
The underside presents tidy and driver-ready, with solid structure, clean exhaust, proper routing, and no drama. It's the kind of chassis you won't hesitate to enjoy on weekend tours or local cruise-ins.
Why This '62
Last year of the C1-collectible styling with the most refined driving experience of the solid-axle era
Turn-key upgrades that enhance drivability without straying from the classic look
Auxiliary hardtop + literature/parts cache that sweeten the package for the next caretaker
Specs
Engine: 350ci small-block V8 (performance build with Holley 750 & headers)
Transmission: Borg-Warner T-10 4-speed manual
Mileage: 85,232 (TMU)
Exterior: Honduras Maroon
Interior: Black
Offered by Collectible Motorcar of Atlanta
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