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Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 4:50 pm
by coressca@gmail.com
1962 Corvair
1962 Corvair
It was a surprise to find that my grandfather left me this Corvair. I have not gone to retrieve it yet but was just sent this picture. I searched the 1962 Corvairs but I don't see any with the horizontal chrome at the end of the hood and sides. I hope that you enthusiasts can explain what this model is that has this trim.

Thanks,

Jeff 310-936-2447 (Los Angeles)

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 5:12 pm
by terribleted
The belt line trim was on the 700 models. Most cars you see are likely Monzas that did not have the trim, or cars that the trim (hard to find in nice condition) has been eliminated. Nice looking car. Is it 2 door or 4 door?

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:17 pm
by coressca@gmail.com
I'll see it on Saturday. I will take more pics and provide Vin and door plate numbers. I don't expect to keep it.

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:41 pm
by Wagon Master
terribleted wrote: Wed Mar 24, 2021 5:12 pm The belt line trim was on the 700 models. Most cars you see are likely Monzas that did not have the trim, or cars that the trim (hard to find in nice condition) has been eliminated.
Although it stops halfway back on the front doors, my 62 Monza wagon has this beltline trim.

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:46 pm
by terribleted
Wagon Master wrote: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:41 pm
terribleted wrote: Wed Mar 24, 2021 5:12 pm The belt line trim was on the 700 models. Most cars you see are likely Monzas that did not have the trim, or cars that the trim (hard to find in nice condition) has been eliminated.
Although it stops halfway back on the front doors, my 62 Monza wagon has this beltline trim.
The 62 700 wagon I restored had the same.

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:56 pm
by 61SuperMonza
If your main purpose for joining the forum was to flip your grandfather's car I would suggest a different route. Those on this forum are enthusiastic about our cars and haven't joined solely to get an idea of value.
With that said, your grandfather's car looks to be in nice shape and you will find an interested buyer whether it's a coupe, sedan or wagon.

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Thu Mar 25, 2021 12:24 am
by bbodie52
Here is a picture of a 1962 Corvair 700 coupe that displays that beltline trim you asked about...

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Here is a video of a 1961 Corvair 700 Lakewood Station Wagon that clearly shows the beltline trim close up...


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Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Thu Mar 25, 2021 12:30 am
by coressca@gmail.com
61SuperMonza wrote: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:56 pm If your main purpose for joining the forum was to flip your grandfather's car I would suggest a different route. Those on this forum are enthusiastic about our cars and haven't joined solely to get an idea of value.
With that said, your grandfather's car looks to be in nice shape and you will find an interested buyer whether it's a coupe, sedan or wagon.
I came to ask the question that I asked. If I wanted to "flip" the car I would be asking value questions. I did not ask those questions. You should not second guess or insinuate by inferring that I am on the forum to sell. I don't expect to keep it because I do not have room for it. I have no plan today, just trying to understand what the car is.

Jeff

Re: Confused by 1962 chrome trim.

Posted: Thu Mar 25, 2021 9:40 am
by 61SuperMonza
coressca@gmail.com wrote: Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:17 pm I'll see it on Saturday. I will take more pics and provide Vin and door plate numbers. I don't expect to keep it.
I apologize, the above sounds like your selling the car.