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Dual Master Cylinder Conversion Kits 1963-82 Corvettes

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1963-64
Drum Brakes

1965-82
Disc Brakes
1965-82
Disc Brakes

 

Save time and money with our complete Dual Master Cylinder Conversion kits. Completely designed with you in mind. Covert your Corvette to a safer dual circuit system. Each kit includes a brand new Corvette master cylinder, new lines, brake line blocks and all necessary hardware for a complete and painfree installation. Disc or Drum Brake, we can custom taylor!

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Finally a high quality complete ‘Bolt-On’ Power Steering Conversion Kit. Comes with every part needed to do the job right! No drilling, modifying, welding, bending, and no cores required.

  • Complete Bolt On Kit
  • Small & Big Block Applications
  • Perfect for NCRS Restorations
Only top parts included, such as a Original GM Saginaw Pump and Valve, New Reservoir, Goodyear Rubber Power Steering Hoses, All Pulleys, Brackets, New Lines and our Complete Hardware Kit. We only use original GM pitman arms, draglinks, cylinder brackets, valve and cylinder, not leaky overseas parts. Avallable fot all 1963-76 Small Block Corvettes and  1965-74 Big Block Corvettes.
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Available Options for C3 Corvettes 1968 to 1982

topC3 Corvette Equipment,
Prices & Production Quantities

 


1968
1969
1970
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982

 

1968 Corvette Options

Code Option
Quantity		 Retail
19437 Corvette Sport Coupe 9,936 $4,663.00
19467 Corvette Convertible 18,630 $4,320.00
Base 3-Speed Manual Transmission 326 No Charge
A01 Tinted Glass 17,635 $15.80
A02 Tinted Windshield 5,509 $10.55
A31 Power Windows 7,065 $57.95
A82 Head Restraints 3,197 $42.15
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 350 $26.35
C07 Auxiliary Top 8,735 $231.75
C08 Auxiliary Top Exterior Vinyl Trim 3,050 $52.75
C50 Rear Window Defroster 693 $31.60
C60 Air Conditioning 5,664 $412.90
F41 Special Performance F/R Suspension 1,758 $36.90
G81 Positraction Rear Axle 27,008 $46.35
J50 Power Brakes 9,559 $42.50
J55 Heavy Duty Brakes 81 $384.45
K05 Engine Block Heater
K66 Transistor Ignition 5,457 $73.75
L30 300 HP 327 CI Engine 5,875 No Charge
L36 390 HP 427 CI Engine 7,717 $200.15
L68 400 HP 427 CI Engine 1,932 $305.50
L71 435 HP 427 CI Engine 2,898 $437.10
L79 350 HP 327 CI Engine 9,440 $105.35
L88 430 HP 427 CI Heavy Duty Engine 80 $947.90
L89 Aluminum Heads (L71) 624 $805.75
M20 4-Speed Wide-Ratio Manual Trans 10,760 $184.35
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 12,337 $184.35
M22 4-Speed Heavy Duty Manual Trans 80 $263.30
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 5,063 $226.45
N11 Off Road Exhaust 4,695 $36.90
N36 Telescopic Steering Column 6,477 $42.15
N40 Power Steering 12,364 $94.80
PT6 F-70 15″ Red Stripe Tires 11,686 $31.30
PT7 F-70 15″ White Stripe Tires 9,692 $31.30
P01 Wheel Trim Covers 8,971 $57.95
UA6 Horn Alarm System 388 $26.35
U15 Speed Warning Indicator 3,453 $10.55
U69 AM-FM Radio 27,920 $172.75
U79 Stereo Equipment 3,311 $278.10
Leather Trim 2,429 $79.00

 

Code Option
Quantity		 Retail
19437 Corvette Sport Coupe 22,129 $4,763.00
19467 Corvette Convertible 16,333 $4,420.00
Base 3-Speed Manual Transmission 326 No Charge
A01 Tinted Glass 31,270 $16.90
A31 Power Windows 9,816 $63.20
A82 Head Restraints 38,762 $17.95
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 600 $42.15
C07 Auxiliary Top 7,878 $252.80
C08 Auxiliary Top Exterior Vinyl Trim 3,266 $57.95
C50 Rear Window Defroster 2,485 $32.65
C60 Air Conditioning 11,859 $428.70
F41 Special Performance F/R Suspension 1,661 $36.90
G81 Positraction Rear Axle 36,995 $46.35
J50 Power Brakes 16,876 $42.15
J55 Heavy Duty Brakes 115 $384.45
K05 Engine Block Heater 824 $10.55
K66 Transistor Ignition 5,702 $81.10
L36 390 HP 427 CI Engine 10,531 $221.20
L46 350 HP 350 CI Engine 12,846 $131.65
L68 400 HP 427 CI Engine 2,072 $326.55
L71 435 HP 427 CI Engine 2,722* $437.10
L88 430 HP 427 CI Heavy Duty Engine 116 $1,32.15
L89 Aluminum Heads (L71) 390 $832.05
MA6 Heavy Duty Clutch 102
M20 4-Speed Wide-Ratio Manual Trans 16,507 $184.80
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 13,741 $184.80
M22 4-Speed Heavy Duty Manual Trans 101 $290.40
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 8,161 $221.80
N14 Side Mounted Exhaust 4,355 $147.45
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 10,325 $84.30
N40 Power Steering 22,866 $105.35
PT6 F-70 15″ Red Stripe Tires 5,210 $31.30
PT7 F-70 15″ White Stripe Tires 21,379 $31.30
PU9 F-70 15″ White Lettered Tires 2,398 $33.15
P02 Deluxe Wheel Trim Covers 8,073 $57.95
TJ2 Front Fender Louver Ornamentation 11,962 $21.10
UA6 Horn Alarm System 12,436 $26.35
U15 Speed Warning Indicator 3,561 $11.60
U69 AM-FM Radio 37,985 $172.75
U79 Stereo Equipment 4,114 $278.10
ZL1 Special Aluminum 427 CI Engine 2 $3,000.00
ZQ3 300 HP 350 CI Base Engine 10,083 No Charge
Leather Trim 2,429 $79.00

* 255 L71 cars were built with Automatic Transmission

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1970 Corvette Options

Code Option Quantity Retail
19437 Corvette Sport Coupe 10,668 $5,192.00
19467 Corvette Convertible 6,648 $4,849.00
A31 Power Windows 4,813 $63.20
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 475 $42.15
C07 Auxiliary Top 2,556 $273.85
C08 Auxiliary Top Exterior Vinyl Trim 832 $63.20
C50 Rear Window Defroster 1,281 $36.90
C60 Air Conditioning 6,659 $447.65
G81 Optional Positraction Rear Axle Ratio 2,862 $12.65
J50 Power Brakes 8,984 $47.40
L46 350 HP 350 CI Engine 4,910 $158.00
LS5 390 HP 454 CI Engine 4,473 $289.65
LT1 370 HP 350 CI Engine 1,287 $447.60
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 4,383 No Charge
M22 4-Speed Heavy Duty Manual Trans 25 $95.00
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 5,102 No Charge
NA9 California Emissions Equipment $36.90
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 5,803 $84.30
N40 Power Steering 11,907 $105.35
PT7 F-70 15″ White Stripe Tires 6,589 $31.30
PU9 F-70 15″ White Lettered Tires 7,985 $33.15
P02 Deluxe Wheel Trim Covers 3,467 $57.95
T60 Heavy Duty Battery 165 $15.80
UA6 Horn Alarm System 6,727 $31.60
U69 AM-FM Radio 16,991 $172.75
U79 Stereo Equipment 2,462 $278.10
ZR1 Special Purpose 350 Engine Package 25 $968.95
ZQ3 300 HP 350 CI Base Engine 6,646 No Charge
ZW4 4-Speed Wide Ratio Base Trans 7,806 No Charge
Custom Interior with Leather Trim 3,191 $158.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1971 Corvette Options

Code Option Quantity Retail
19437 Corvette Sport Coupe 14,680 $5,496.00
19467 Corvette Convertible 7,121 $5,259.00
A31 Power Windows 6,192 $79.00
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 677 $42.00
C07 Auxiliary Top 2,619 $274.00
C08 Auxiliary Top Exterior Vinyl Trim 832 $63.00
C50 Rear Window Defroster 1,598 $42.00
C60 Air Conditioning 11,481 $459.00
J50 Power Brakes 13,558 $47.00
LS5 365 HP 454 CI Engine 5,097 $295.00
LS6 425 HP 454 CI Engine 188 $1,221.00
LT1 330 HP 350 CI Engine 1,949 $483.00
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 2,387 No Charge
M22 4-Speed Heavy Duty Manual Trans 130 $100.00
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 10,060 No Charge
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 8,130 $84.30
N40 Power Steering 17,904 $115.90
PT7 F-70 15″ White Stripe Tires 6,711 $28.00
PU9 F-70 15″ White Lettered Tires 12,449 $42.00
P02 Deluxe Wheel Trim Covers 3,007 $63.00
T60 Heavy Duty Battery 1,455 $15.80
U69 AM-FM Radio 21,509 $178.00
U79 Stereo Equipment 3,431 $283.00
ZQ1 Rear Axle Ratio Selection 2,395 $13.00
ZQ3 300 HP 350 CI Base Engine 6,646 No Charge
ZR1 330 HP 350 CI Engine – Special 8 $1,010.00
ZR2 425 HP 454 CI Engine – Special 12 $1,747.00
ZW4 4-Speed Wide Ratio Base Trans 9,224 No Charge
Custom Interior with Leather Trim 2,602 $158.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1972 Corvette Options

Code Option Quantity Retail
19437 Corvette Sport Coupe 20,469 $5,533.00
19467 Corvette Convertible 6,508 $5,296.00
AV3 Three-Point Seat Belts 17,693
A31 Power Windows 9,495 $85.35
AB5 Deluxe Shoulder Harness 749 $42.15
C05 Folding Top Color 6,507 No Charge
C07 Auxiliary Top 2,646 $273.85
C08 Vinyl Roof Hardtop 811 $158.00
C50 Rear Window Defroster 2,221 $42.15
C60 Air Conditioning 17,011 $464.50
F41 Special Suspension (with ZR1) 20
GS4 3.70 Axle Type A 985
GV3 3.08 Axle Type B 15,845
GV4 3.36 Axle Type A 8,676
GV5 3.36 Axle Type B 466
GV7 3.55 Axle Type B 670
GV8 4.11 Axle Type B 363
J50 Power Brakes 18,770 $47.40
J56 Heavy Duty Brakes (with ZR1) 20
K19 Air Injection Reactor 3,912
LS5 270 HP 454 CI Engine 3,913 $294.90
LT1 255 HP 350 CI Engine 1,741 $483.45
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 1,638 No Charge
M22 4-Speed Heavy Duty Manual Trans 20
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 14,543 No Charge
NB2 Exhaust Emission Control 1,766
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 12,992 $84.30
N40 Power Steering 23,794 $115.90
PT1 F-70 15″ Blackwall Tires 3,716 No Charge
PT7 F-70 15″ White Stripe Tires 6,666 $30.35
PU9 F-70 15″ White Lettered Tires 16,623 $43.65
P02 Deluxe Wheel Trim Covers 3,593 $63.20
T60 Heavy Duty Battery 2,969 $15.80
UL5 Radio Delete 292 No Charge
U69 AM-FM Radio 26,669 $178.00
U79 Stereo Equipment 7,189 $283.35
VJ9 Exhaust Emission Label 1,968
V78 Certificate of Compliance 64
YE2 Special Ratio Axle 1 $12.65
YF5 California Registrations 1,967 $15.80
YF6 Delete California Emissions 1,805
ZP2 Color & Trim Override 654
ZP3 Special Paint 48
ZQ1 Axle Selection Option 1,986 $12.65
ZQ3 200 HP 350 CI Base Engine 21,352 No Charge
ZQ8 Economy Axle 530 $12.65
ZQ9 Performance Axle Ratio 1,455 $12.65
ZR1 255 HP 350 CI Off-Road Package 20 $1,010.05
ZR5 3-Point Shoulder Belts 2
ZR7 Factory Delivery 16
ZV1 Statement of Origin 135
ZW4 4-Speed Wide Ratio Base Trans 10,804 No Charge
ZX1 Export Preparation 290
ZY5 Export Tire Tax 8
ZY6 Taxable Tax Status 246
ZY7 Non-Taxable Tax Status 133
Z49 Canadian Base Equipment 1,234

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1973 Corvette Options

Code Option Quantity Retail
1YZ37 Corvette Sport Coupe 25,521 $5,561.50
1YZ67 Corvette Convertible 4,943 $5,398.50
A31 Power Windows 14,024 $83.00
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 788 $41.00
C07 Auxiliary Top 1,328 $267.00
C08 Auxiliary Top Exterior Vinyl Trim 323 $62.00
C50 Rear Window Defroster 4,412 $41.00
C60 Air Conditioning 21,578 $452.00
J50 Power Brakes 24,168 $46.00
LS4 275 HP 454 CI Engine 4,412 $250.00
L48 180 HP 350 CI Base Engine 20,342 No Charge
L82 250 HP 350 CI Engine 5,710 $299.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 8,833 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 3,704 No Charge
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 17,927 No Charge
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 17,949 $82.00
N40 Power Steering 27,872 $113.00
P02 Deluxe Wheel Trim Covers 1,739 $62.00
QRM GR70-15″ White Stripe Radial Tires 19,903 $32.00
QRX GR70-15″ Blackwall Radial Tires 6,020 No Charge
QRZ GR70-15″ White Lettered Radial Tires 4,541 $45.00
T60 Heavy Duty Battery 4,912 $15.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 12,482 $276.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 17,598 $173.00
UF1 Map Light 8,186 $5.00
UL5 Radio Delete 384 No Charge
YF5 California Emissions 3.008 $15.00
YJ8 Aluminum Wheels 4 $175.00
Z07 Off-Road Suspension & Brakes 45 $369.00
Custom Interior with Leather Trim 13,434 $154.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1974 Corvette Options

1YZ37 Corvette Sport Coupe 32,028 $6,001.50
1YZ67 Corvette Convertible 5,474 $5,765.50
A31 Power Windows 23,940 $86.00
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 618 $41.00
C07 Auxiliary Top 2,612 $267.00
C08 Auxiliary Top with Vinyl Trim 367 $329.00
C50 Rear Window Defroster 9,322 $43.00
C60 Air Conditioning 29,397 $467.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 1,905 $7.00
J50 Power Brakes 33,306 $49.00
LS4 270 HP 454 CI Engine 3,494 $250.00
L48 195 HP 350 CI Base Engine 27,318 No Charge
L82 250 HP 350 CI Engine 6,690 $299.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 8,862 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 3,494 No Charge
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 25,146 No Charge
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 27,700 $82.00
N40 Power Steering 35,944 $117.00
QRM GR70-15″ White Stripe Radial Tires 9,140 $32.00
QRN GR70-15″ Blackwall Radial Tires 4,260 No Charge
QRZ GR70-15″ White Lettered Radial Tires 24,102 $45.00
U05 Dual Horns 5,258 $4.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 19,581 $276.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 17,374 $173.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 9,169 $15.00
UF1 Map Light 16,101 $5.00
UL5 Radio Delete 547 No Charge
YF5 California Emissions $20.00
Z07 Off-Road Suspension & Brakes 47 $400.00
Rear Axle Ratio Selection 1,219 $12.00
Custom Interior with Leather Trim 19,959 $154.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1975 Corvette Options

1YZ37 Corvette Sport Coupe 33,836 $6,810.10
1YZ67 Corvette Convertible 4,629 $6,550.10
A31 Power Windows 28,745 $93.00
A85 Custom Shoulder Harness 646 $41.00
C07 Auxiliary Top 2,407 $267.00
C08 Auxiliary Top with Vinyl Trim 279 $350.00
C50 Rear Window Defroster 13,760 $46.00
C60 Air Conditioning 31,914 $490.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 3,194 $7.00
J50 Power Brakes 35,842 $50.00
L48 165 HP 350 CI Base Engine 36,093 No Charge
L82 205 HP 350 CI Engine 2,372 $236.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 8,935 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 1,057 No Charge
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 28,473 No Charge
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 31,830 $82.00
N40 Power Steering 37,591 $129.00
QRM GR70-15″ White Stripe Radial Tires 5,233 $35.00
QRN GR70-15″ Blackwall Radial Tires 2,825 No Charge
QRZ GR70-15″ White Lettered Radial Tires 30,407 $48.00
U05 Dual Horns 22,011 $4.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 24,701 $284.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 12,902 $178.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 16,778 $15.00
UF1 Map Light 21,676 $5.00
UL5 Radio Delete 862 No Charge
YF5 California Emissions 3.037 $20.00
Z07 Off-Road Suspension & Brakes 144 $400.00
Rear Axle Ratio Selection 1,969 $12.00
Custom Interior with Leather Trim $154.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1976 Corvette Options

1YZ37 Corvette Sport Coupe 46,558 $7,604.85
A31 Power Windows 38,700 $107.00
C49 Rear Window Defroster 24,960 $78.00
C60 Air Conditioning 40,787 $523.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 5,368 $35.00
J50 Power Brakes 46,558 $59.00
L48 180 HP 350 CI Base Engine 40,838 No Charge
L82 210 HP 350 CI Engine 5,720 $481.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 7,845 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 2,088 No Charge
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 36,625 No Charge
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 41,797 $95.00
N40 Power Steering 46,385 $151.00
QRM GR70-15″ White Stripe Radial Tires 3,992 $37.00
QRN GR70-15″ Blackwall Radial Tires 2,643 No Charge
QRZ GR70-15″ White Lettered Radial Tires 39,923 $51.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 34,272 $281.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 11,083 $187.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 25,909 $16.00
UF1 Map Light 35,361 $10.00
UL5 Radio Delete 1,203 No Charge
YF5 California Emissions 3.527 $50.00
YJ8 Aluminum Wheels 6,253 $299.00
Rear Axle Ratio Selection 1,371 $13.00
Custom Interior with Leather Trim $164.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1977 Corvette Options

1YZ37 Corvette Sport Coupe 49,213 $8,647.65
A31 Power Windows 44,341 $116.00
B32 Floor Mats 36,763 $22.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 30,411 $84.00
C60 Air Conditioning 45,249 $553.00
D35 Sport Mirrors 20,206 $36.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 7,269 $38.00
G95 Rear Axle Ratio Selection 972 $14.00
K30 Cruise-Master Speed Control 29,161 $88.00
L48 180 HP 350 CI Base Engine 43,065 No Charge
L82 210 HP 350 CI Engine 6,148 $495.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 5,922 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 2,060 No Charge
M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 41,231 No Charge
NA6 High Altitude Emissions $22.00
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 46,487 $165.00
QRN GR70-15″ Blackwall Radial Tires 2,986 No Charge
QRZ GR70-15″ White Lettered Radial Tires 46,227 $57.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 18,483 $281.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 4,700 $187.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 32,882 $17.00
UL5 Radio Delete 1,427 No Charge
UM2 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 24,603 $414.00
V54 Luggage & Roof Carrier $73.00
YF5 California Emissions $70.00
YJ8 Aluminum Wheels 12,646 $321.00
ZN1 Trailer Package 289 $83.00
ZX2 Convenience Package 40,872 $22.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1978 Corvette Options

1YZ87 Corvette Sport Coupe 40,274 $9,351.89
A31 Power Windows 36,931 $130.00
AU3 Power Door Locks 12,187 $120.00
BZ2 25th Anniversary Paint 15,283 $399.00
B32 Floor Mats
CC1 Removable Glass Roof Panels 972 $349.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 30,912 $95.00
C60 Air Conditioning 37,638 $605.00
D35 Sport Mirrors 38,405 $40.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 12,590 $41.00
G95 Rear Axle Ratio Selection 382 $15.00
K30 Cruise-Master Speed Control 31,608 $99.00
L48 185 HP 350 CI Base Engine 34,037 No Charge
L82 220 HP 350 CI Engine 12,739 $525.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 4,777 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 3,885 No Charge
M38 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 38,614 No Charge
NA6 High Altitude Emissions $33.00
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 37,858 $175.00
QBS P255/60R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 18,296 $216.00
QGQ P225/70R 15 Blackwall Radial Tires 2,277 No Charge
QGR P255/70R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 26,203 $51.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 10,189 $286.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 2,057 $199.00
U75 Power Antenna 23,069 $49.00
U81 Dual Rear Speakers 12,340 $49.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 28,243 $18.00
UP6 AM-FM Stereo Radio with CB 7,138 $638.00
UM2 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 20,899 $419.00
YF5 California Emissions $75.00
YJ8 Aluminum Wheels 28,008 $340.00
ZN1 Trailer Package 972 $89.00
ZX2 Convenience Package 37,222 $84.00
Z78 Limited Edition Pace Car 6,502 $13,653.21



1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1979 Corvette
Options

1YZ87 Corvette Sport Coupe 53,807 $10,220.23
A31 Power Windows 20,631 $141.00
AU3 Power Door Locks 9,054 $131.00
B32 Floor Mats
CC1 Removable Glass Roof Panels 14,480 $365.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 41,587 $102.00
C60 Air Conditioning 47,136 $635.00
D35 Sport Mirrors 48,211 $45.00
D80 Front & Rear Spoilers 6,853 $265.00
F51 Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers 2,164 $33.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 12,321 $49.00
G95 Rear Axle Ratio Selection 428 $19.00
K30 Cruise-Master Speed Control 34,445 $113.00
L48 195 HP 350 CI Base Engine 39,291 No Charge
L82 225 HP 350 CI Engine 14,516 $565.00
M20 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 8,291 No Charge
M21 4-Speed Close-Ratio Manual Trans 4,062 No Charge
M38 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 41,454 No Charge
NA6 High Altitude Emissions $35.00
N37 Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column 47,463 $190.00
N90 Aluminum Wheels 33,741 $380.00
QBS P255/60R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 17,920 $226.20
QGQ P225/70R 15 Blackwall Radial Tires 6,284 No Charge
QGR P255/70R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 29,603 $55.00
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 9,256 $90.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 6,523 No Charge
U75 Power Antenna 35,730 $52.00
U81 Dual Rear Speakers 37,754 $52.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 3,405 $21.00
UP6 AM-FM Stereo Radio with CB 4,483 $439.00
UM2 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 21,435 $228.00
UN3 AM-FM Stereo Radio with Cassette 12,110 $234.00
YF5 California Emissions $83.00
ZN1 Trailer Package 1,001 $98.00
ZX2 Convenience Package 41,530 $94.00
ZQ2 Power Windows & Door Locks 28,465 $272.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1980 Corvette
Options

1YZ87 Corvette Sport Coupe 40,614 $13,140.24
AU3 Power Door Locks 32,692 $140.00
CC1 Removable Glass Roof Panels 19,695 $391.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 36,589 $109.00
F51 Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers 1,695 $35.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 9,907 $55.00
K30 Cruise-Master Speed Control 30,821 $123.00
L48 190 HP 350 CI Base Engine 32,324 No Charge
L82 225 HP 350 CI Engine 5,069 $595.00
LG4 180 HP 305 CI California Engine 3,221 -($50.00)
M18 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 5,726 No Charge
M33 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans (California) No Charge
MV4 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 34,838 No Charge
N90 Aluminum Wheels 34,128 $407.00
QGQ P225/70R 15 Blackwall Radial Tires 1,266 No Charge
QGR P255/70R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 26,208 $62.00
QXH P255/60R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 13,140 $426.16
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 6,138 $46.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 985 No Charge
U75 Power Antenna 32,863 $56.00
U81 Dual Rear Speakers 36,650 $52.00
UA1 Heavy Duty Battery 1,337 $22.00
UL5 Radio Delete (Credit) 201 -($126.00)
UP6 AM-FM Stereo Radio with CB 2,434 $391.00
UM2 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 15,708 $155.00
UN3 AM-FM Stereo Radio with Cassette 15,148 $168.00
YF5 California Emissions 3,221 $250.00
ZN1 Trailer Package 796 $105.00
V54 Roof Panel Carrier 3,755 $125.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1981 Corvette
Options

1YY87 Corvette Sport Coupe 40,606 $16,258.52
AU3 Power Door Locks 36,322 $145.00
A42 Power Driver Seat 29,200 $183.00
CC1 Removable Glass Roof Panels 29,095 $414.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 36,893 $119.00
D84 Custom Two-Tone Exterior Paint 5,352 $399.00
DG7 Electric Sport Mirrors 13,567 $117.00
F51 Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers 1,128 $37.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 7,803 $57.00
G92 Performance Axle Ratio 2,400 $20.00
K35 Cruise Control 32,522 $155.00
L81 190 HP 350 CI Engine 40,606 No Charge
M18 4-Speed Standard Manual Trans 5,757 No Charge
MX3 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans 34,849 No Charge
N90 Aluminum Wheels 36,485 $428.00
QGQ P225/70R 15 Blackwall Radial Tires 663 No Charge
QGR P255/70R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 21,939 $72.00
QXH P255/60R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 18,004 $491.92
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 5,145 $95.00
U69 AM-FM Radio 851 No Charge
U75 Power Antenna 32,903 $55.00
UL5 Radio Delete (Credit) 315 -($118.00)
UM4 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 8,262 $386.00
UM5 AM-FM Stereo Radio w/ 8-Track CB 792 $712.00
UM6 AM-FM Stereo Radio with Cassette 22,892 $423.00
UN5 AM-FM Stereo Radio w/ Cassette CB 2,349 $750,00
YF5 California Emissions 4,951 $46.00
ZN1 Trailer Package 916 $110.00
V54 Roof Panel Carrier 3,303 $135.00

 

1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982

 


1982 Corvette
Options

1YY87 Corvette Sport Coupe 18,648 $18,290.07
1YY07 Collector Edition Hatchback 6,759 $22,537.59
AU3 Power Door Locks 23,936 $155.00
AG9 Power Driver Seat 22,585 $197.00
CC1 Removable Glass Roof Panels 14,763 $443.00
C49 Electro-Clear Rear Defroster 16,886 $129.00
D84 Custom Two-Tone Exterior Paint 4,871 $428.00
DG7 Electric Sport Mirrors 20,301 $125.00
FE7 Gymkhana Suspension 5,457 $61.00
K35 Cruise Control 24,313 $165.00
L83 200 HP 350 CI Engine 25,407 No Charge
MD8 THM Automatic Transmission w/OD 25,407 No Charge
N90 Aluminum Wheels 16,844 $458.00
QGQ P225/70R 15 Blackwall Radial Tires 405 No Charge
QGR P255/70R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 5,932 $80.00
QXH P255/60R 15 White Letter Radial Tires 19,070 $542.52
U58 AM-FM Stereo Radio 1,533 $101.00
U75 Power Antenna 15,557 $60.00
UL5 Radio Delete (Credit) 150 -($124.00)
UM4 AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8-Track 923 $386.00
UM6 AM-FM Stereo Radio with Cassette 20,355 $423.00
UN5 AM-FM Stereo Radio w/ Cassette CB 1,987 $755,00
YF5 California Emissions 4,951 $46.00
V05 Heavy Duty Cooling 6,006 $57.00
V54 Roof Panel Carrier 1,992 $144.00
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Corvette History 1963-1967

1963-1967: 1963 brought the Sting Ray. There were hidden headlights and a fastback shape to the rear. Now famous for it’s split rear window, the feature was not popular at the time. In 1965, 6 engines were offered for the Corvette and production had reached 22,229 models. Road and Track recorded a 0-60 time of 6.3 seconds in a 375hp fuel-injected model.

Engine options in 1966 dropped from 6 to 4, but production increased to 27,720. A special hood indicated a 427-powered model. This was supposed to be the last year of the Sting Ray, but a last-minute delay continued the model into ‘67. Because of this mishap, there was a decline in production for the first time in 12 years.

1967 produced 22,940 models identifiable by their five fender vents. Engine choices jumped back to 6, including a 400hp edition of the 427 V-8 and a 430hp version. Car and Driver tested a Corvette with the highest rated V-8 and recorded a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds.

1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967

PRODUCTION 1963 21,513 with 10,919
convertible, 10,594 coupes
BASE PRICE $4,037 (coupe),
$4,257 (convertible)
BASE STYLE Sport Coupe
OPTIONAL
STYLE		 Convertible
BASE ENGINE 327 cubic inches,
250 horsepower
ENGINE
OPTIONS		 L75 327/300, L76
327/340, L84 327/360 (fuel injection) with 2,610 produced at a price of
$430.40 additional
COLOR
CHOICES		 Riverside Red,
Tuxedo Black, Ermine White, Saddle Tan, Silver Blue, Daytona Blue,
Sebring Silver
INTERIOR
COLORS		 Black, Silver, Red,
Dark Blue, Saddle
WHEEL
COLORS		 Black, Silver, Red,
Dark Blue
POPULAR
OPTIONS		 whitewalls,
positraction, 4 speed stick, AM Radio
SERIAL
NUMBERS		 Body & Chasis
Convertible 30837S100001–40867S121543
Body & Chasis
Coupe

30837S100001–40867S121543
Corvette history: Brand new body styles, the beginning of the “C2″ Corvettes. The convertible was priced higher, but today a 1963 coupe commands thousands more to purchase. Probably the 1963 coupe, with its rear split-window (only year), is the best known body style recognized by non-Corvette owners. It was the first “fixed roof hardtop” without a trunk in Corvette history. (Today’s 1999 Corvette Hardtop is the first fixed roof hardtop with a trunk. The Z06 RPO debuted this year on what was then a startling new Corvette, the 1963 “split-window” Sting Ray coupe, a car that would go down in Corvette history as a defining moment in more ways than one. These Corvettes have recessed metal hood louvers, and 1963 marked the beginning for hidden headlights. FM radio, the favorite of hi-fi buffs, comes to Corvette radios for the first time. The new AM/FM radio, RPO U69, features 10 transistors and 9 diodes in its solid-state circuitry.

1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967

PRODUCTION 1964 22,229 with 13,925
convertible, 8,304 coupes
BASE PRICE $4,037 (coupe),
$4,252 (convertible)
BASE STYLE Sport Coupe
OPTIONAL
STYLE		 Convertible
BASE ENGINE 327 cubic inches,
250 horsepower
ENGINE
OPTIONS		 L75 327/300, L76
327/365, L84 327/375 (fuel injection)
COLOR
CHOICES		 Riverside Red,
Tuxedo Black, Ermine White, Saddle Tan, Silver Blue, Daytona Blue, Satin
Silver
INTERIOR
COLORS		 Black, Red, Silver,
White, Blue, Saddle, White
POPULAR
OPTIONS		 whitewalls, AM-FM
radio, 4 speed stick, positraction rear axle, back up lamps
SERIAL
NUMBERS		 Body & Chasis
Convertible 40867S100001–40867S122229

Body & Chasis Coupe

40837S100001–40837S122229
Corvette history: The coupe lost its split-window, and the louvered vents in hood were removed on both the coupe and convertible. The four speed stick became a very popular option to order. To distinguish from other mid-years look at the exterior side vents (gills), two closed, and in a horizontal pattern. Steering wheels of all 1964’s were a walnut grained plastic. A patriotic year: Red, White, and Blue were the most popular exterior choices.

1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967

PRODUCTION 1965 23,562 with 15,376
convertibles, 8,186 coupes
BASE PRICE $4,321 (coupe),
$4,106 (convertible)
BASE STYLE Sport Coupe
OPTIONAL
STYLE		 Convertible
BASE ENGINE 327 cubic inches,
250 horsepower
ENGINE
OPTIONS		 327/300, 327/350,
327/365 (fuel injection),396/425 Big Block
COLOR
CHOICES		 Rally Red, Tuxedo
Black, Ermine White, Glen Green, Silver Pearl, Nassau Blue, Milano
Maroon, Goldwood Yellow
POPULAR
OPTIONS		 AM-FM radio, 4 speed
stick, positraction
SERIAL
NUMBERS		 Body & Chasis

Convertible 19467S100001–19467S123562

Body & Chasis Coupe

19437S100001–19437S123562
Corvette history: First year for the Corvette Big Block with a mighty 396/425 horsepower screamer. This was to be the last year (until 1985) for fuel injection. Surprisingly, the Bid Block 396 engine option was about half as costly as the fuelie option! First year for teak wood steering wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, telescopic steering columns, and factory ordered side exhaust. Tell it from other “mid year” vettes by 3 vertical, open functional side vents (gills). Another quick way to tell 1963 to 1967 Corvettes apart is by their gas cap cover emblems.

1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967

PRODUCTION 1966 27,720 with 17,762
convertibles, 9,958 coupes
BASE PRICE $4,295 (coupe),
$4,084 (convertible)
BASE STYLE Sport Coupe
OPTIONAL
STYLE		 Convertible
BASE ENGINE 327 cubic inches,
300 horsepower
ENGINE
OPTIONS		 327/350, 427/390 Big
Block, 427/425 Big Block
COLOR
CHOICES		 Rally Red, Tuxedo
Black, Ermine White, Mosport Green, Silver Pearl, Nassau Blue, Milano
Maroon, Sunfire Yellow, Trophy Blue
POPULAR
OPTIONS		 AM-FM radio,
whitewalls, positraction
SERIAL
NUMBERS		 Body & Chasis

Convertible 194676S100001–19467S127720

Body & Chasis Coupe

19437S6100001–19437S127720
Corvette history: 1966 had a new Turbo-Jet 427 Big Block with either 390 horsepower or 425. It was also the first year that backup lights were standard, and that headrests and shoulder harnesses became available. Tell it from other “mid year” vettes by 3 vertical, non-open side vents (lovre gills). Another quick way to tell 1963 to 1967 Corvettes apart is by their gas cap cover emblems.

1963 | 1964 | 1965 | 1966 | 1967

PRODUCTION 1967 22,940 with 14,436
convertibles, 8,504 coupes
BASE PRICE $4,388 (coupe),
$4,240 (convertible)
BASE STYLES Sport Coupe,
Convertible
BASE ENGINE 327 cubic inches,
300 horsepower
ENGINE
OPTIONS		 327/350, 427/390,
427/400, 427/435 Big Block Tri-Power
COLOR
CHOICES		 Rally Red, Tuxedo
Black, Ermine White, Goodwood Green, Silver Pearl, Nassau Blue, Marlboro
Maroon, Sunfire Yellow, Lynndale Blue
POPULAR
OPTIONS		 AM-FM radio,
whitewalls, positraction
SERIAL
NUMBERS		 Body & Chasis
Convertible 194677S100001–19467S122940

Body & Chasis Coupe

194377S100001–19437S122940
Corvette history: Birth of the most desirable, obtainable Corvette ever (according to Corvette owners) was the 427/435 big block with tri-power, currently some prestine restored convertibles fetch up to $90,000 on the market. Many “luxury” items became standard features like rally wheels, odometer, tachometer, vinyl fomed filled buacket seats, carpeting, and clock. Redline tires were a flashy option. This was the last year of the C2 mid year Corvettes, you can easily tell it from the others by the 5 side, open vertical louver gills. A special feature of the “big block” 427 1967 Vettes was the stinger on the hood, usually in a contrasting color.

]]> http://www.drvette.com/179/feed/ 0 C1 1953-62 Corvette History Facts & Options http://www.drvette.com/166/ http://www.drvette.com/166/#comments Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:23:19 +0000 admin http://www.corvettehangout.com/?p=166

1953-62 CORVETTE HISTORY

1953-1962:
Although initial response was skeptical, pure numbers show what the public wanted. Only 316 models were built in 1953, but production increased to 3,640 the next year. In 1955, a 195hp V-8 appeared as an option and in ‘56, the Blue Flame Six was replaced by a 210 & 225hp V-8. The base price at this time was $3,149.

In 1957, the biggest news involving Corvette was a 250hp fuel-injected engine option. By ‘58, dual headlights and a horsepower range of 230-290 were evident and production was up 45% to 9,168 units. In 1959, Sports Cars Illustrated clocked a 0 to 60 time of 6.6 seconds in a 290hp model with a 4-speed.

In 1960, production rose again to 10,261 units. The most powerful carbureted engine had 270hp while the fuel-injected engines had 275 and 315 horses. In 1962, the base engine had 250hp but was available up to 360hp. The price at this time was around $4000.



PRODUCTION
1953		 300
BASE PRICE $3,498
BASE STYLE Roadster (convertible)
OPTIONAL STYLE none
BASE ENGINE 235 cubic inches, 150 horsepower
“Blue Flame 6″
ENGINE OPTIONS none, all were automatics
COLOR CHOICES Polo White
TOP COLORS Black
INTERIOR COLORS Red
POPULAR OPTIONS Heater, AM radio
SERIAL NUMBERS Body & Chassis
E53F001001–E53F001300
Corvette history was started June
30th, 1953 when production on the 1st fiberglass Corvette was
completed. For the most part, all 300 1953 Corvettes produced were
hand built and featured dual exhaust. The only engine choice was the
base one, a Chevrolet “Blue Flame” six-cylinder 235/150
engine. 1953 & 1954 Corvettes were very similar, but since 1953
only came in Polo White with a red interior, you know that any other
exterior color means it is not a genuine 1953 Chevrolet Corvette
Roadster. Over 70% of the original 1953s still exist.

PRODUCTION
1954		 3,640
BASE PRICE $2,774
BASE STYLE Roadster (convertible)
OPTIONAL STYLE none
BASE ENGINE 235 cubic inches, 150 horsepower
“Blue Flame 6″
ENGINE OPTIONS 235/155 (not option, but later in
production year)
COLOR CHOICES Polo White, Pennant Blue, Sportsman
Red, Black
TOP COLORS Beige
INTERIOR COLORS Red, Beige
POPULAR OPTIONS Heater, Turn Blinkers, AM Radio,
Whitewalls
SERIAL NUMBERS Body & Chassis: E54S001001 –
E54S004640
Corvette history: In December, 1953
production of the 1954 Corvette was moved to St. Louis, Missouri. Part
way through the production year, a change in the camshaft increased
the parade horsepower a whole 5 miles per hour. More ways to tell 1954
Corvettes from the 1953 model: (1) All 1953’s had black canvas tops,
for 1954 they were beige, (2) All 1953s’ had red interiors, some of
the 1954’s were beige.



PRODUCTION    1955

700

BASE PRICE

$2,774

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL
STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

235 cubic inches, 155 horsepower
“Blue Flame 6″

ENGINE
OPTIONS

235/195 eight cylinder

COLOR
CHOICES

Polo White, Harvest Gold, Gypsy Red,
Copper, Pennant Blue

TOP COLORS

White, Beige, Dark Green

INTERIOR
COLORS

Red, Yellow, Light Beige, Dark Beige

POPULAR
OPTIONS

Heater, Turn Blinkers, AM Radio,
Windshield Wipers

SERIAL
NUMBERS

Body & Chassis  VE55S001001
– VE55S001700

Corvette history: The only year to
offer both 6 and 8 cylinder engines. Although only 700 were made,
options were plentiful. To tell from 1953, 1954 look at engine, look at
new colors of Gold & Copper, look for dark green or white vinyl (no
longer canvas) tops, or look for the yellow interior option. In
addition, you could now zoom along with the new 3 speed manual
transmission option. Only 15 Copper Color Corvettes were sold.





PRODUCTION 1956

3,467

BASE PRICE

$2,900

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL
STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

265 cubic inches, 210 horsepower

ENGINE
OPTIONS

265/240 @ $172

COLOR
CHOICES

Polo White, Aztec Copper, Venetian
Red, Cascade Green, Artic Blue

INTERIOR
COLORS

Red, Beige

POPULAR
OPTIONS

Power Operated Folding Top,
Windshield Wipers, AM Radio, Auxiliary Hardtop, Parking Brake Alarm

SERIAL
NUMBERS

Body & Chassis
E56S001001–E56S004467

Corvette history: All new body
design for 1956, and glass roll up windows. Combine that with the
hardtop option, windshield wiper option, and you could actually go for a
long distance cruise. Many also had contrasting color coves, dual four
barrel carbs, seat belts, and radios. As you can see from the big
production boost, Corvette was here to stay. Venetian Red and Onyx Black
were the 2 most popular colors.

PRODUCTION    1957

6,339

BASE PRICE

$3,176

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL
STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

283 cubic inches, 220 horsepower

ENGINE
OPTIONS

283/245, 283/270, 283/250 (fuelie),
283/283 (fuel injection)

COLOR
CHOICES

Polo White, Aztec Copper, Venetian
Red, Cascade Green, Artic Blue, Inca Silver, Onyx Black

INTERIOR
COLORS

Red, Beige

WHEEL
COLORS

Black, Copper, Green, Blue, Red,
Silver

POPULAR
OPTIONS

heater, white walls, auxiliary hardtops, AM radio, two-tone paint

SERIAL
NUMBERS

Body & Chassis
E57S100001–E57S106339

Corvette history: Corvette becomes a
racy sports car winning the 12 hour Sebring Race. The 1957 Corvette with
283/283 fuel injection with a 4 speed manual transmission is one of the
most sought after collector Corvettes. Remember 1957 was the last year
for single headlights, also the 1st year for the 283 engine, and that
the popular black exterior color was not offered in 1956. Also a very
high number of 1957 Vettes opted for whitewalls and a heater. Onyx black
color lead by a high margin, followed by Venetian Red & Polo White.

PRODUCTION
1958

9,168

BASE PRICE

$3,591

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

283 cubic inches, 230 horsepower 3 speed manual

ENGINE OPTIONS

283/245, 283/270, 283/250 (fuelie–504 sold),
283/290 (fuel injection–1,007 sold as $484 option)

COLOR CHOICES

Snow crest White, Silver Blue, Signet Red, Panama
Yellow, Charcoal, Regal Turquoise, Black

INTERIOR COLORS

black, charcoal, red

POPULAR OPTIONS

Heater, White Walls, AM radio, Auxiliary Hardtop,
Wipers

SERIAL NUMBERS

Body & Chassis  J58S100001–J58S109168

Corvette history: First year for
dual headlights, and only year for chrome rear windstrips on the trunk
lid. Whole new body panel design, new interior, and for the first time
seat belts were no longer an option, now being factory installed. The
speedometer now gave a reading up to 160 miles per hour. The louvers on
the hood were non-functional, adding to the looks. Of the 8 color
choices, 2/3 were either White, Blue, or Charcoal.


PRODUCTION    1959

9,670

BASE PRICE

$3,875

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

283 cubic inches, 230 horsepower 3 speed Manual

ENGINE OPTIONS

283/245, 283/270, 283/250 (fuelie), 283/290 (fuel
injection–745 sold @ $484 extra)

COLOR CHOICES

Snow crest White, Roman Red, Tuxedo Black, Frost
Blue, Crown Sapphire, Classic Cream, Inca Silver

TOP COLORS

Black, Blue, White, Red, Turquoise

INTERIOR COLORS

Black, Blue, Red, Turquoise

POPULAR OPTIONS

Heater, White Walls, Washers, Auxiliary Hardtop,
Positraction, Four Speed Manual Transmission, Sunshades

SERIAL NUMBERS

Body & Chassis  J59S100001–J59S109670

Corvette history: First year for
black interiors, and a dash storage bin. Gone from 1958 were the chrome
rear windstrips on the trunk lid, and the hood louvers. The base engine
and options were exactly the same, the armrest were in a new position,
providing just a little more interior room. 1959 was the only year to
order a Turquoise convertible top.




PRODUCTION    1960

10,261

BASE PRICE

$3,872

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

283 cubic inches, 230 horsepower

ENGINE OPTIONS

283/245, 283/270, 283/275 (fuelie), 283/315 (fuel
injection)

COLOR CHOICES

Roman Red, Tuxedo Black, Horizon Blue, Ermine
White, Cascade Green, Sateen Silver, Tasco Turquoise

INTERIOR COLORS

Black, Blue, Red, Turquoise

WHEEL  COLORS

Black, Blue, Red, Turquoise, Maroon, White, Silver,
Green

TOP  COLORS

Black, Blue, White

POPULAR OPTIONS

heater, AM radio, windshield wipers, Auxiliary hardtop, whitewall
tires,positraction rear axle

SERIAL NUMBERS

Body & Chassis  00867S100001–00867S110261

Corvette history: Very little
change from 1959, different seat pattern, and the largest engine option
was now rated at 315 horsepower.  An all new, all  aluminum
cross flow radiator was included with 270- or 315 hp engines .  New
radius rods form an extra link between the frame & rear axle.  Cascade Green was a very unpopular
color, with only 140 made, if you see one today it is no longer called
unpopular, instead it is rare. As power windows were a rather expensive
option, only about 1 in 5 1960 Corvettes had it.

PRODUCTION    1961

10,939

BASE PRICE

$3,934

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

BASE ENGINE

283 cubic inches, 230 horsepower

ENGINE OPTIONS

283/245, 283/270, 283/275 (fuelie), 283/315 (fuel
injection)

COLOR CHOICES

Roman Red, Tuxedo Black, Jewel Blue, Ermine White,
Fawn Beige, Honduras Maroon, Sateen Silver

INTERIOR  COLORS

Black, Blue, Red, Fawn

WHEEL  COLORS

Black, Blue, Red, Beige, Maroon, White, Silver,
Green

POPULAR OPTIONS

heater, AM radio, 4 speed manual trans, auxiliary
hardtop, Positraction,whitewalls

SERIAL NUMBERS

Body & Chasis  10867S100001–10867S110939

Corvette history: Major styling
change with a whole new rear design, new bumpers, and the 1st year for
the 4 round taillights. Gone was the chrome vertical bar grille, now an
aluminum one… no more shark teeth! 1961 was also the last Vette year
for optional wide whitewall tires, and also the last chance option to
have the cove a contrasting paint color. For the first time exhaust
pipes exited under the rear body panel & bumper.

PRODUCTION    1962

14,531

BASE PRICE

$4,038

BASE STYLE

Roadster (convertible)

OPTIONAL STYLE

none

BASE ENGINE

327 cubic inches, 250 horsepower

ENGINE OPTIONS

327/300, 327/340, 327/360 (fuel injection)

COLOR CHOICES

Roman Red, Tuxedo Black, Ermine White, Fawn Beige,
Honduras Maroon, Sateen Silver, Almond Beige

INTERIOR COLORS

Black, Fawn, Red

WHEEL COLORS

Black, Fawn/Beige, Red, White Silver, Maroon

POPULAR OPTIONS

Positraction, 4 speed stick, auxiliary hardtop, Positraction

SERIAL NUMBERS

Body & Chassis  20867S100001–20867S114531

Corvette history: A whole new
engine, the 327 was introduced, including the powerful 327/360 fuelie.
The coves no longer had trim, and therefore were always the same color
as the exterior. The trunk made its final appearance   until the C5
era. 1962 is a very popular year for collectors, with the “Shark
Gills” near the coves.

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Year Starting Ending
1968 194678S400001 194678S428566
1969 194679S700001 194679S738762
1970 194670S400001 194670S417316
1971 194671S100001 194671S121801
1972 1Z67K2S500001 1Z67K2S527004
1973 1Z67J3S400001 1Z67J3S434464
1974 1Z67J4S400001 1Z67J4S437502
1975 1Z67J5S400001 1Z67J5S438465
1976 1Z37L6S400001 1Z37L6S446558
1977 1Z37L7S400001 1Z37L7S449213
1978 1Z87L8S400001 1Z87L8S440274
1979 1Z87L8S900001 1Z87L8S906502 Pace Car
1980 1Z878AS400001 1Z878AS440614
1981 1G1AY8764BS400001 1G1AY8764BS431611 St. Louis
1981 1G1AY8764B5100001 1G1AY8764B5108995 Bowling Green
1982 1G1AY8786C5100001 1G1AY8786C5125407
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Corvette Radiators Specification Guide

1953-1955

 

3130953 Copper Six-cylinder engine
3133689 Copper V-8 engine

 

1956-1957

3133689 Copper All

 

1958-59

3139588 Copper Very early 1958 only; may not have been used
3141674 Copper All

 

1960

3141674 Copper 230, 245 & 250 Horsepower
3147516 Aluminum 270 & 290 Horsepower; with top tank

Note: Some 270 & 290 HP 1960 models may have
used the copper radiator listed.

 

1961

3141674 Copper 230, 245 & 275 Horsepower to approximate VIN #1700
3151116 Aluminum 270 & 315 Horsepower to approximate VIN #1700
3150916 Aluminum All engines after approximate VIN #1700; with 3151016 external supply tank

 

1962

3150916 Aluminum All engines; with 3151016 external supply tank

 

1963-66

3155316 Aluminum All 327 engines; with 3155416 supply tank
3007436 Aluminum 1965 – 396 engine; with 3155416 supply tank
3008566 Aluminum 1966 – 427 engines; with 3155416 supply tank

 

1967

3155316 Aluminum All 327 engines; with 3155416 supply tank
3007436 Aluminum L88 engine; with 3155416 supply tank
3008566 Aluminum 427 engines with Powerglide
3008567 Aluminum 427 engines with Manual Transmission

Radiator Notes: Corvette radiators were manufactured by the Harrison Division of General Motors at Lockport, New York. The early (1953-61) copper radiators have a Harrison Division identification tag soldered to the center, inlet side of the upper core tank, containing the radiator part number (as listed above) and a manufacturing date code. 1960-62 aluminum radiators have their part number and date code identification stamped into a tag which is fastened with screws to the top of the radiator. Later 1963-67 aluminum radiators contain a Harrison identification tag, but the part number and date code of manufacture are stamped directly into the top left of the radiator. Radiator date codes consist of two digits representing the calendar year (“53″ through “67″), followed by a letter representing the month (“A” for January, “B” for February and so on)
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One of the most important numbers on a Corvette is the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Each Vette has a unique number thats assigned, in sequence, during vehicle assembly. This number is stamped on a plate that is attached to each Corette. The VIN has changed format over the years but always contains the year the Corvette was built and when the Corvette was built relative to other Corvettes.

VIN INFORMATION:

  • Each VIN number is unique to that Vette
  • The VIN is assigned, in sequence, during vehicle assembly
  • The last 6 numbers of the VIN is the production sequence number, this is what makes the Vette unique
  • The production sequence number starts at one and keeps going
  • The VIN number is stamped on serveral location of the Vette frame for theft recovery
  • Some production sequence numbers start with a special number, the ZR1 starts with 800001
  • 1953 to 1956 the VIN sequence numbers started at 1000
  • From 1960 to the present the VIN sequence number is stamped on the passenger side of the engine block
  • 1963 to present Vettes VIN’s have a digit for coupe or convertible
  • In 1968 a Federal law stated VIN’s must be visible from outside the vehicle to benefit the police
  • In 1972 the engine code was added to the VIN
  • In 1973, 4000 VIN’s were missing so production is 4000 less than the last sequence number
  • In 1981 a 17 digit VIN number was made the standard by auto makers around the world
  • In 1981 Vettes were built in St. Louis, Missouri, and Bowling Green, Kentucky, for a two month period.
  • Note: The VIN’s for the 1981’s built in St. Louis use a combination of the orange and red tables below

VIN Locations

Year VIN Location
1953 to early 1960 Driver-side door post
1960 to 1962 Steering column in the engine compartment
1963 to 1967 Instrument panel support brace under the glove box
1968 to Present Drivers side top of the instrument panel or windshield post (A-pillar)
1953 to 1959 – 10 digit VIN Explination
Position Description Code
1 Series E or J = Chevrolet Corvette
2 & 3 Model Year 53 = 1953, 54 = 1954, 55 = 1955

56 = 1956, 57 = 1957, 58 = 1958, 59 = 1959
4 Assembly plant or location S = St. Louis

F = Flint
5 to 10 Production sequence number ?
1960 to 1964 – 12 digit VIN Explination
Position Description Code
1 Model Year 0 = 1960, 1 = 1961, 2 = 1962

3 = 1963, 4 = 1964
2 & 5 Series 0867 = Chevrolet Corvette
6 Assembly plant or location S = St. Louis
7 to 12 Production sequence number ?
1965 to 1971 – 13 digit VIN Explination
1 GM division 1 = Chevrolet
2 Car line or series 9 = Corvette
3 Engine type 4 = V8
4 & 5 Body style 3 & 7 = two door coupe

6 & 7 = two door convertible
6 Model year GM decided to give the car 5 = 1965, 6 = 1966, 7 = 1967

8 = 1968, 9 = 196, 0 = 1970, 1 = 1971
7 Assembly plant or location S = St. Louis
8 to 13 Production sequence number 100001 – ?
1972 to 1980 – 13 digit VIN Explination
Position Description Code
1 GM division 1 = Chevrolet
2 Car line or series Z = Corvette
3 & 4 Body style 3 & 7 = two door coupe

8 & 7 = two door coupe(1978 to 1980)

6 & 7 = two door convertible
5 Engine type 1972 -> K = base, L = LT1, W = LS5

1973 -> J = L48, T = L82, Z = LS4

1974 -> J = L48, T = L82, Z = LS4

1975 -> J = L48, T = L82

1976 -> J = L48, X = L82

1977 -> L = L48, X = L82

1978 -> L = L48, 4 = L82

1979 -> 8 = L48, 4 = L82

1980 -> H = LG4, 8 = L48, 6 = L82
6 Model year GM decided to give the car 2 = 1972, 3 = 1973, 4 = 1974, 5 = 1975

6 = 1976, 7 = 1977, 8 = 1978, 9 = 1979, A = 1980
7 Assembly plant or location S = St. Louis
8 to 13 Production sequence number 400001 – ?
1981 to Present – Standardized 17 digit VIN Explination
Position Description Code
Position Description Code
1 Country the car was manufactured in 1 = USA
2 Corporation that built the car G = GM
3 Make of the car 1 = Chevrolet
4 Car line or series Y = Y-body series
5 Additional information about the Vette Usually a Y but a Z = ZR1
6 Body style 1 = two door coupe

3 = convertible
7 Restraint system 3 = late model seat belts warning and air bags
8 Engine type 8 = L98, P = LT1, J = ZR1, 5 = LT4
9 Randomly generated check digit 0 – 9
10 Model year GM decided to give the car B = 1981, C = 1982, D = 1983, E = 1984, F = 1985, G = 1986

H = 1987, J = 1988, K = 1989, L = 1990, M = 1991, N = 1992

P = 1993, R = 1994, S = 1995, T = 1996, V = 1997, W = 1998

X = 1999, Y = 2000, 1 = 2001, 2 = 2002, 3 = 2003, 4 = 2004

5 = 2005, 6 = 2006, 7 = 2007, 8 = 2008
11 Assembly plant or location 5 = Bowling Green
12 to 17 Production sequence number Example: 800001 = ZR1
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1968-1982 Corvette Specification Guide

Body Paint & Trim Combinations


1968 Exterior & Interior Color Combinations

Code

(Vinyl)


(Leather)

Black


STD


402

Red


407


408

Medium
Blue


414


415

Dark
Blue


411


n/a

Dark
Orange


425


426

Tobacco


435


436

Gun-Metal


442


n/a
900 Tuxedo
Black		 x x x x x x x
972 Polar
White		 x x x x x x x
974 Rally
Red		 x x
976 LeMans
Blue		 x x x
978 International
Blue		 x x x
983 British
Green		 x
984 Safari
Yellow		 x
986 Silverstone
Silver		 x x
988 Cordovan
Maroon		 x
992 Corvette
Bronze		 x x x

Note:
Exterior and Interior trim combinations listed above were those recommended;
other combinations and special exterior colors/primer than those listed were
possible.  Convertible top colors were Black, White or Beige.


1969 Exterior & Interior
Color Combinations


Code


(Vinyl)


(Leather)


Black


STD*


402


Red


407


408


Bright Blue


411


412


Green


427


428


Saddle


420


421


Gun-Metal


416


417
900 Tuxedo Black x x x x x x
972 Can-Am White x x x x x x
974 Monza Red x x x
976 LeMans Blue x x
980 Riverside Gold x x
983 Fathom Green x x x
984 Daytona Yellow x
986 Cortez  Silver x x x x x x
988 Burgundy x x
990 Monaco Orange x

* Standard
Black Vinyl Interior may also be coded “ZQ4″.

Note:
Exterior and Interior trim combinations listed above were those recommended;
other combinations and special exterior colors/primer than those listed were
possible.  Convertible top colors were Black, White or Beige.

1970 Exterior & Interior
Color Combinations


Code


(Vinyl)


(Leather)


Black


400


403


Red


407


n/a


Blue


411


n/a


Green


422


n/a


Saddle


418


424


Brown


414


n/a
972 Classic White x x x x x x
974 Monza Red x x x x
975 Marlboro Maroon x x x
976 Mulsanne Blue x x
979 Bridgehampton Blue x x
982 Donnybrooke Green x x x x
984 Daytona Yellow x x
986 Cortez  Silver x x x x x x
992 Laguna Gray x x x x x x