Beautifully Restored, Black on Black Fuelie

The 1962 Corvette marked the final, and fastest, year for the original C1 generation body style, and Chevrolet ensured it went out with a bang. The big news under the hood was the introduction of the new 327 cubic-inch V8, which replaced the smaller 283. The ultimate expression of this engine—and the most sought-after model today—was the $484 optional Rochester fuel-injected version, earning it the nickname "Fuelie."

Raw Power and Rarity- The Fuelie's mechanical fuel injection, combined with an 11.25:1 compression ratio and the high-performance Duntov solid-lifter camshaft, produced a factory-rated 360 horsepower—an outstanding output for the era. This raw power made the 1962 Fuelie capable of reaching 60 mph in under six seconds, establishing it as a genuine performance machine that could challenge the best European sports cars.

The 1962 model year consolidated the C1's best features and removed some of the earlier styling flourishes (like the two-tone paint and chrome side coves). It was also the last Corvette to feature the classic solid rear axle suspension, positioning it as the final, highly refined evolution of the original design before the radically new C2 Sting Ray took over in 1963. Only 1,918 customers opted for the expensive fuel-injection option, making the '62 Fuelie a rare and highly prized classic. It remains, unequivocally, the most potent and collectable of all first-generation Corvettes.

Offered for sale is this beautiful, investment-grade 1962 Chevrolet Corvette FI Roadster (Fuel Injection). This highly desirable C1 is the last and most refined of its generation, presented in a striking Black over Black color combination with a new exterior finish and excellent polished stainless trim and brightwork. The vehicle maintains its structural integrity, featuring original body panels and original unpainted fiberglass floor pans. Power comes from the 360 horsepower 327 cubic-inch V8 engine. The Rochester fuel injected engine is correctly paired with a Muncie 4-speed manual transmission, and the block carries the correct casting number 3782870.

Further enhancing its appeal to collectors, this Fuelie example features the rare Radio and Heater delete options, along with a new front suspension system. Documentation includes the NCRS Shipping Data Report, which confirms the vehicle's history, showing an April 11, 1962, build date and delivery to Wagner Chevrolet (Dealer code/zone 431-42) in Yakima, Washington. This Corvette is a spectacular, documented example of the most potent and sought-after first-generation Corvette.