- VIN E56S001062
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The VIN decodes to a 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 8.
1956 Chevrolet Corvette 8
- Basic
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Model Year1956MakeChevrolet
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SeriesCorvette 8Trim LevelConvertible
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Base Price$3120.00 USDOriginUnited States
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Production3467
- Axle Type
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Axle TypeSemifloating
- Body
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Doors2Weight2875 lbs
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Body MakerFisherModel Number2934
- Brakes
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Service4 wheel hydraulic drumBrake Size11 in.
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Emergency BrakeRear service brakes
- Capacities
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Rear Differential4 pt.Transmission2 pt.
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Fuel Tank16.5 gal.Oil5 qt.
- Carburetor
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Carburetor MakeCarter
- Clutch Type
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Clutch Size10.5 inchesClutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
- Differential
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DifferentialHypoidDifferential Ratio3.27 :1
- Dimension
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Height52 in.Wheelbase102 in.
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Length168 in.Width70.5 in.
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Rear Tread58.8 in.Front Tread56.7 in.
- Engine
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Cylinders8Engine No. LocationOn front right side of block.
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LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pinBore and Stroke3 3/4 & 3 in.
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Compression Ratio9.25 :1Torque270@3600 ft/lbs
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Displacement265.07 cu. in.Brake Horsepower225@5200 hp
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Main Bearings5Rated Horsepower45 hp
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Engine TypeV8 Valve-in-headEngine TypeHelical
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Engine TypeDowndraft 4-barrelValve LiftersMechanical
- Exterior Colors
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Exterior Colors
- Other Systems Specifications
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Battery12Cooling SystemCentrifugal pump with thermostat
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Ignition SystemDistributor and coilRadiatorCellular
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Cooling System16 QuartsExhaust SystemSingle
- Standard/Optional Equipment
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Auxiliary hardtop for convertiblesOptionalPower convertible topOptional
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Powerglide automatic transmissionOptional
- Steering Gear
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Steering GearWorm & roller sector
- Suspension
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Front SuspensionIndependent coil springsRear SuspensionSemi-elliptic leaf springs
- Transmission
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DriveRear wheel driveGears3
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2nd1.68 :13rd1 :1
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Reverse2.94 :1
- Wheels, Rims & Tires
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Spare LocationTrunkTire Size6.7 x 15
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