The 1962 was “your finest investment in tomorrow.” While other marques had long ceased producing a four-door droptop, the convertible sedan allowed the automaker to seize upon the opportunity to deliver one of the great n parade cars. splendent in pagne paint with ney Beige leather, this 1962 Convertible also boasts a 430-cu.in. V8 engine. While there are many smartly styled luxury vehicles, there are very few like this that will comfortably take five of your favorite people along for a sunset cruise in peak midcentury design.
- From the factory, this car’s 430-cu.in. OHV V8 was rated at 300 horsepower.
- The seller believes the engine is original to the car.
- The three-speed automatic transmission is said to offer smooth shifting.
- Formerly owned and paraded by the AACA eum, this “runs and drives beautifully.”
- ing to the seller, the pagne paint “is very nice and largely original.”
- h sides of the car have been completely repainted below the beltline trim.
- The brightwork “is in very good condition but does show minor imperfections and some aging.”
- In 2006, the seats were reupholstered in ney Beige leather and the carpet was replaced.
- The seller states that the power front seats and power windows function “well.”
- The “largely original” interior is “in very good shape.”
- This is equipped with a working AM radio and recently rebuilt power antenna.
- All lights and gauges are noted by the seller as being functional.
- with a new bbins convertible top, top weather seals were professionally installed.
- A majority of the weatherstripping is original, as is the windshield glass.
- The power actuated top “works great” and is in “very nice” condition.
- The seller states that suspension bushings and shocks are “all in good shape.”
- placed around 10 years ago, the seller indicates the “brakes are in good working order.”
- “ new” whitewall -made BF 9.50-14 tires are installed on each wheel.
- A complete trunk kit from MK2 enterprises freshens up the top storage area.
- The seller remarks that the “suspension is nice and tight, as is the steering.”
- An electric fuel pump has been added.
- This features power steering and power brakes.
- Eight years ago, the exhaust was replaced with a “whisper quiet” new correct reproduction.
- Documentation from the AACA eum-related ownership and parade logs are included.
- The seller notes that the power door locks do not function and can only be manually actuated.
- He also states that there are some scuffs on the hubcaps.
- r paint touch ups are noted by the seller.
- This 430-cu.in. powered provides “whisper quiet” driving.
- The seller indicates that a couple pumps of the gas and turning the key bring the engine to life.
- Newer leather upholstery and new convertible top compliment the pagne paint.
- With the suspension and steering being “nice and tight, this car glides down the road.”
- The selling dealer has known and worked on the over the last 17 years.
The selling dealer states that it will provide a clean title for the proper transfer of ownership for this vehicle. When new, its dignified elegance made this 1962 Convertible a desirable investment. Today, it remains a stately choice in a drop-top collector car.