1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The 1973 Corvette Convertible was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $5336. 4,943 produced.
1Z67J3S405311
350 cu.in. V8 190 HP @ 4400 RPM (J)
Engine
Convertible
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Corvette
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | Z67 | Corvette |
| Engine Code | J | 350 cu.in. V8 190 HP @ 4400 RPM (J) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | S | St. Louis, MO |
| Serial Number | 405311 | Unit #405311 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvette
Year1973
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine350 cu.in. V8 190 HP @ 4400 RPM (J)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower190 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-barrel
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeS
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production4943
Weight3407
Height47.7
Length184.7
Wheelbase98
Width69
Rear Tread59
Front Tread58.3
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.52
2nd Gear Ratio1.88
3rd Gear Ratio1.46
Gears4
4th Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.59
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionTransverse leaf springs
Tire SizeF70 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesPower front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity18
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypePremium
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustDual
Battery12
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 19 Quarts
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, Air conditioning, 454 cu. in. V8 engine, Power brakes, Auxiliary hardtop for convertibles, Power steering, Power windows, Turbo Hydramatic automatic transmission, 4-Speed manual transmission
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Blue-Green Metallic, Classic White, Dark Blue Metallic, Elkhart Green Metallic, Medium Bright Blue Metallic, Mille Miglia Red, Orange Metallic, Silver Metallic, Yellow Metallic
Pricing
MSRP$5336.00
Other
Fbsize11 55/64
Body
Seating2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.