1962 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 327 CI 340 HP 4 Speed Silver & Ride My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're in Suburbs of Medford OR on 9-15-23.
We're looking at a 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster in Sateen Silver Paint. The car comes with the 327 CI V8 engine producing 340 HP and has a manual 4 Speed transmission.
The car's Owner is John Castle. John’s had this car since 2007. John shares his Father has Corvettes and he found this car in need of restoration and he and his Father put this car back together. Great work Men! This one looks showroom new.
ENJOY!

[@loucostabile]

Hi, If you like this video, please click on SUPER THANKS ❤ with the $ in the middle which is the SUPER THANKS button under the video. Thank you! Lou

[@robgrear1142]

The ‘62 was special: ‘58-‘62 front end and the next year “Stingray” rear end treatment. The gentleman is quite the restorer and should be very proud of his efforts.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rob, Happy to read you appreciate this "special" car :-) Lou

[@MrGGPRI]

I installed this bolt-on, one-piece front end suspension onto my '32 Roadster back in 1963, rides like a dream unlike the orig leaf spring I-beam setup. Also transplanted the 327/340hp engine + 4-sp BW from the rolled "donor” Vette.

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

THANKS LOU,JOHN 🤗 LOVE ❤️ THE COLOR, AND IT DOES LOOK LIKE IT JUST CAME FROM THE SHOWROOM 😎💚💚💚

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome Budget Audiophile Life-long.

[@curbozerboomer1773]

IMO...This car represents the very finest that Corvette offered it's lucky owners, back in the late 50s-early 60s. This car has it all--the best combo of transmission/engine, as the extra 20hp of the fuel injection model was not worth the hassle of dealing with the injection problems. The styling of this year, was a great combination of classic 1950s "retro", but also was very sleek, hinting at the coming body changes of the next few years. 340hp was very impressive back then, and still is a powerful number in a car like this. I think I saw air conditioning also? Wow, I bet not too many roadster models offered that, back in 1962. I admire this owner for taking the time to make this restoration so excellent, and I too agree, that these types of cars need to be driven, not just put on display. Overall, this is a great video, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Curbozer Boomer, High praise :-) Lou

[@roberteshaw9520]

Hey Lou.A true super model, and this baby can sing.What a sound coming out of that car. This one's top shelf.

[@loucostabile]

Hey Robert, High praise :-)

[@JeffKing310]

What a great colour! Beautiful Corvette, spectacular restoration. Very clean look. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read you enjoy this car and the restoration too. You're welcome, Lou

[@charlestwyman9933]

Many thanks to John the owner and to Lou for showcasing this gem. A dream for most of us but a reality for those that put the love and work into the build and preservation. Just stunning !!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Charles, Happy to read "Just stunning" :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@matthewpaanotorres7309]

Just as powerful as the early C2 Corvette Sting-Rays! 😎👍💪

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this powerful C1 with you :-)

[@tomquinn607]

Nice work John! Thanks Lou for showing us this Corvette beauty.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks and appreciate the work putting this car together. You're welcome Tom.

[@unclerudy9797]

Beautiful Corvette in a great color ! Thanks for posting Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rudy, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this Corvette :-) You're welcome Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

What a great looking Corvette with the right amount of pedals and the right custodian who knows how to use them! Thanks for finding and sharing Mr. Castle and his fantastic '62 with us, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Thegunfighter45acp, My pleasure sharing this Corvette with the right amount of pedals with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@robertlombardi2228]

Lou - what a beautiful Corvette. Some people are blessed with automotive knowledge and talent to be able to restore this car to the level shown here is incredible. Well done !😊

[@loucostabile]

Robert - High praise.

[@acatal2464]

Yes this Corvette is very beautiful looking car and I do love other early classic Corvette, too!

[@loucostabile]

HI ACatal2, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this Corvette :-)

[@billhollinger3389]

It is stunning! Of all my past cars, the one I would most like to have back is the 1961 Corvette. This '62 has a classic, timeless beauty. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read "It is stunning!" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@brianaustin208]

Beautiful '62 love the color and the ride through the pines!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car. Glad you're along for the ride.

[@roberthenderson4466]

SHE"S A BEAUTY ! ! ! THE SPLIT WINDOW CAME OUT THE FOLLOWING YEAR.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, Happy to read "SHE"S A BEAUTY ! ! !" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@cjdesign5700]

A nice unique color...very refreshing. Thanks Lou and John!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read this car is "very refreshing" :-) You're welcome CJ Design!

[@LICobra]

62 What a beauty...It's got the looks and the sound....

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks and sound of this car :-)

[@billmagorian490]

Lou you did an awesome job on this car story. You asked all the right questions. A very thorough interview.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you Bill.

[@TimAtkinson-qs6sv]

Nice machine. One of my all time favorites!!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this car :-)

[@Xeyedjohn]

I think this is my favorite KZbin video ever. Thank you for posting.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Xeyedjohn, High praise. Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@ralphbillick1210]

Right out of the tv show Route 66 . Great job doing it in your garage. Another good one Lou as always❗️🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ralph, Thanks for sharing info on the TV show. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@philipdrake6]

Hi Lou, what a great looking Corvette, that guy has made a top job of restoring that car,it is a credit to him, a great videoLou.👍👍.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Philip, Happy to read you appreciate the restoration of this car :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@jonnybeck6723]

Even with fake knock-offs and (argh) white wall tires, my heart still skips a beat... It's the mid sixties, very late at night, on winding country roads, driving WAY too fast... ...scaring me and the diamond next to me... Ah yes, I remember it well

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@danmar007]

Ah man, now that's a Corvette! I'm salivating all over my keyboard. 🙂

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@charlescrawford7039]

Wow, sharp as a tack. The silver finish gives the car a clearly defined look as opposed to the two-tone finishes of the Fifties.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Charles, High praise :-) Lou

[@ollienilson1644]

A real beatiful car Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car Ollie :-)

[@terrym5023]

Awesome ride👍 I'd like to take this opportunity to wish you your family and all the fellow members of this community a wonderful Christmas 🌲. I've been a member of this community for many years and you consistently provide entertaining wholesome content in a toxic free environment. I think I could speak for the whole community and offering up heartfelt thanks to you and your son. As I said before you can never predict what ride you're going to surprise us with looking forward to seeing what you have in store in 2024🎉

[@loucostabile]

Hi Terry M, Merry Christmas. I appreciate your kind words. I appreciate you watching. You're welcome. I'm looking forward to more fun with you in 2024, Lou

[@motorTranz]

Absolutely beautiful Corvette 😍😍😍😍😍 "Wrap your ass in fiberglass" Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome motorTranz!

[@alanwilson500]

These cars are beautiful and powerful. I had a chance to drive a 2023 convertible corvette 2 weeks ago and fell in love. I wish I would have bought a 1962 vette years ago.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks and power of this car :-) Driving a new one sounds FUN!

[@romans828.]

Wow!!!! That’s all I got!

[@loucostabile]

Thanks.

[@islanddon865]

Love the 327/350 in the '66 Vette. One of the best driveline setups l've ever driven. I LOVED driving it. Wished it was mine.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "One of the best driveline setups l've ever driven. I LOVED driving it." :-)

[@kevin7151]

Absolutely awesome Lou. Seeing cars life this is living the dream. Thanks for sharing with your fan club!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Absolutely awesome" :-) My pleasure sharing with you and you're welcome Kevin.

[@johncornell3665]

What a nice Corvette. Absolutely beautiful car. Thanks Lou and Merry Christmas!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-) You're welcome. Merry Christmas John!

[@acatal2464]

An early TV show, The Route 66 made Corvette famous and popular!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing that TV show info.

[@robertjerome1889]

That car LOOKS GREAT...

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@tdvandy2]

What a car! This is truly special. I don't recall ever seeing that color before. As always, a great video. This is maybe the most awesome car i have seen yet on your channel and THAT is saying something!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@tdvandy2]

@@loucostabile Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you and yours!

[@MrTrack412]

Lou, of course, I had an Uncle who mostly bought Chevys, and he had several corvettes, including one just a few years older than this one. And I probably saw hundreds of these close-up. But this model is rare now! I am glad you showed the trunk as I rarely, if ever, saw that!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jed, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

😍Nice!!!!!!!! 👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@BikeronaTrek]

Wow, this car sounds great, thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome Robert!

[@bertamusprime618]

I am only 16 seconds in on the video and already love the car!

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@kenster865]

Love it... this '62 is one bad boy!! Professionally restored examples of the C1 'Vettes are worth a ton of $$'s. I'm thinking that regardless of the cost, I need to have one of these in my small car collection before I die (at present, 72). We'll see...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ken, Happy to read "Love it" :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou

[@richcoleman469]

A real beauty and wonderful sound.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Happy to read you enjoy the looks and sounds from this car :-) Lou

[@jonnybeck6723]

Just lovely... ...I'll take two please

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@JaimeSalcedoA_72]

A beautiful 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster in that elegant Satin Silver! The restoration work is magnificent and looks like it just came from the dealership. Its lines are very beautiful, and the rear part is already reminiscent of the second successor generation. The interior looked splendid in the sunlight at that time (special mention to the trim and chrome on the instruments). The walk at the end couldn't have been better, with those mountains and valleys as a backdrop. Congratulations to Mr. Castle, for achieving what you achieved in this classic! I wish you a Merry Christmas, Lou, and a Happy New Year with your loved ones!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jaime, I agree, this car looks showroom new. Glad you're along for the ride! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and you're loved ones too, Lou

[@adamtrombino106]

My shop teacher had a 2 toned blk on red 61, so I appreciated you guys telling a bit of differences between a 61 and 62. His was a 283 4bbl 4 speed car, but it still went pretty well. I'm no expert Chevy guy, but I believe that the 340hp 327 had the solid cam, thus the higher redline. Very pleased to see ( and hear) John really get on it. They weren't meant to be babied.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Adam, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your shop teachers car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@leroycaudill96]

Beautiful car Lou just as I remember them.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car Leroy :-)

[@edlawrence5059]

That car was made for John; they are a perfect match.

[@loucostabile]

The right Caretaker with the right car :-)

[@edlawrence5059]

@@loucostabile He really looks good driving it.😎

[@LITTLE1994]

Nice C1

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read this one is "Nice" :-)

[@user-ys7ng6hq5j]

Класний дизайн! Класний колір! Класне авто! Дякую!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Сергій, Happy to read you think the color, and design of this car is cool :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@TigerGuy027]

Beautiful

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kile Onrail, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@davidgrisez]

Thanks!

[@loucostabile]

SUPER THANK YOU DAVID FOR THE SUPER THANKS! I appreciate the support, Lou

[@jeffsnyder2051]

nice to see you in my state Lou , im up north in st helens.what a sweet corvette.hope you had a great time here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, My 1st visit to Oregon and I had a wonderful time as you can see. Some videos from Oregon already on the Channel and stay tuned more fun coming up, Lou

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

AND IT REALLY WAS A GREAT DAY FOR THE DRIVE AND BEAUTIFUL 🤩 SCENERY ‼️

[@loucostabile]

Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@christopherwachtel8306]

wow. love the color. sounds and looks great as well.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Christopher, Happy to read you appreciate the looks and sounds of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@rayopezzo4052]

Wow, looks identical to my '62 purchased in SE Michigan. Great shots of the details!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ray, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@mofer35]

My favorite ❤️

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@larryhogan3-16]

America 🇺🇸 could still build cars like this Corvette if We The People would take the government out of the car manufacturing business . And they could still build them cost efficient for the consumer. Thanks Lou 👍🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@curbozerboomer1773]

It could be done!...But I would still respect the need for incorporating the latest safety features. Actually, the latest iterations of Corvette have indeed made for great looking and driving cars, and are definitely much more safe. I am an old Boomer now, and realize that I get too nostalgic when thinking about cars like this 62 beauty. I love that retro style so much!..But no airbags, no side protection built into the body, steering wheels and columns that can crush and kill you in an accident, brakes that need conversion to modern systems, etc make me aware that these types of cars were hazardous to drive, especially at higher speeds! So I do appreciate what the new Corvettes have to offer.

[@clintonsager2233]

"Where you in '62?" Lou"? Learned a few things on this one. Very nice example of a C1 thar is properly optioned! Stay cool jewel and youll have it made in the shade...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Clinton, Hoping to one day be able to get a ride in a car like this :-) Lou

[@clintonsager2233]

Mission accomplished Lou! "Where were you in 62" is the tagline for American Graffiti movie, not sure if you knew that. Assume you've seen it. Keep cruisin'!

[@garyhull5617]

Had a 62 340 4sp, Honduras Maroon, Buckskin interior. Bought in 64 with less than 10 thousand miles for $3000. Never seen one with the silver exterior. Great car, miss mine, but would probably need help getting in and out of it at nearly 80 years old. I still own a 74 Nova with a 383 stroker, not ready to give up yet.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Hang on to your Nova, cars keep us young! Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@benzlick]

Bad Ass 😎👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@drcandor]

Got to love the 340 hp, and the color on this one if fine. . . :>/

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dr. Candor, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Lou

[@misterenergy959]

Sweeeeeeet!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@danam0228]

At 8:51 a perfect reflection of Lou. Unbelievable

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing what you notice.

[@davidgrisez]

There is nothing like the first generation of Chevrolet Corvettes. These cars had a sporty appearance for their time and there were a number of improvements over the first generation years, such as more powerful V8 engines and a four speed manual transmission, which gave the first generation corvettes more power and faster acceleration. However it would take later generations to improve the handling and braking characteristics. Also this car is only lightly modified in a very important area. Installing a dual master cylinder with front disc brakes sure helps in the important area of being able to stop the car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi David, Happy to read you enjoy this 1st Generation Corvette :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@kennethreed2186]

Get your Kicks on Route 66 And see Your Chevrolet Dealer now😊

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@kennethreed2186]

Get your Kicks on Route 66 and See your Chevrolet Dealer soon 😊

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@matrox]

Route 66' tv show series they drove a 62'. In the series they drove a new corvette every other year or so as Todd was the son of a rich father and could afford them.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Nicky, Thank you for sharing that TV series info.

[@kennethreed2186]

Route 66 Get your Kicks With Chevy Corvette See it soon At your Chevrolet Dealer now 😊

[@loucostabile]

Well said.

[@vulcangunner58]

'62 Corvette 4 spd., 327HO...a sunny day, and an exhaust note that growls with enthusiasm!!...Does it get any better?!

[@loucostabile]

....I agree, it's pretty good :-)

[@pubgattitude1801]

the rolls royce boat tail is cheap copy of this car this car is truly very close to my heart and i will be very happy if you want to sell it to me . i know that there is no price of this great art but i just love it

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pubg attitude, I'm not aware of this car being for sale. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@carllavell8673]

👍💯😎💯👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@gregoaks4413]

sounds like solid lifters ? replaced cam ?

[@loucostabile]

Hmmm, not sure.

[@matrox]

The car is 61' years old.

[@loucostabile]

You're right.

[@jonnybeck6723]

Do I hear solid lifters?

[@loucostabile]

Hmmm, not sure.

[@razvancalin6453]

By all means, the 340-hp 327 came with mechanical lifters only in 1962.

[@matrox]

Unfortunately Chevy just made the last Camaro last week so they make no more really cool cars. The current mid engine corvette is just....ugly. Not even on the same level as this car except its a hell of a lot faster and handles better. But it ain't nothing to look at.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Nicky, Good news! You're on the right KZbin Channel for the cars you enjoy, Lou