- VIN J59S101083
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The VIN decodes to a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
1959 Chevrolet Corvette
- Basic
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Model Year1959MakeChevrolet
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SeriesCorvetteTrim LevelSport Coupe
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Production9670Base Price$3563.00 USD
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OriginUnited States
- Axle Type
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Axle TypeSemifloating
- Body
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Body MakerFisherDoors2
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Weight2900 lbs
- Brakes
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Brake Size11 in.Service4 wheel hydraulic drum
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Emergency BrakeRear service brakes
- Capacities
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Transmission2 pt.Oil5 qt.
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Rear Differential4 pt.Fuel Tank16.5 gal.
- Carburetor
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Carburetor MakeCarter
- Clutch Type
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Clutch Size10 inchesClutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
- Differential
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Differential Ratio3.70 :1DifferentialHypoid
- Dimension
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Height52 in.Wheelbase102 in.
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Length177.2 in.Width72.8 in.
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Rear Tread59 in.Front Tread57 in.
- Engine
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Torque300@3000 ft/lbsBore and Stroke3 7/8 & 3 in.
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Brake Horsepower230@4800 hpCylinders8
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Compression Ratio9.5 :1Engine TypeV8 Valve-in-head
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LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pinDisplacement283.04 cu. in.
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Engine TypeDowndraft 4-barrelEngine TypeHelical
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Main Bearings5Engine No. LocationOn front right side of block.
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Rated Horsepower48.05 hpValve LiftersHydraulic
- Exterior Colors
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Exterior Colors
- Other Systems Specifications
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Cooling System15.5 QuartsBattery12
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Ignition SystemDistributor and coilCooling SystemCentrifugal pump with thermostat
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RadiatorCellularFuel TypeRegular
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Exhaust SystemDual
- Standard/Optional Equipment
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Power windowsOptional4-Speed manual transmissionOptional
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Fuel InjectionOptionalPower convertible topOptional
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Pushbutton RadioOptionalPowerglide automatic transmissionOptional
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Auxiliary hardtop for convertiblesOptional
- Steering Gear
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Steering GearWorm & ball bearing sector
- Suspension
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Rear SuspensionSemi-elliptic leaf springsFront SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
- Transmission
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DriveRear wheel driveGears3
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2nd1.32 :13rd1 :1
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Reverse2.21 :1
- Wheels, Rims & Tires
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Spare LocationTrunkTire Size6.7 x 15
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