1969 Corvette VIN Decoder & Specs
Unlock the secrets of your classic 1969 Corvette with our detailed VIN and trim tag decoder. Verify your car's originality and production history. The trim tag analysis will reveal the factory-applied interior and exterior colors, plus the exact build date, essential for accurate restoration. Decoders for other components can be found here.
In 1969, a total of 38,762 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 22,129 Coupes and 16,633 Convertibles.
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How to Decode Your 1969 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide
Delve into the heritage of your 1969 Corvette using our comprehensive VIN decoder. Decode your VIN to understand the engine type, body style, and transmission options. Confirm your car's authenticity and production specifics. The trim tag decoder provides original color schemes and build date, crucial for historical accuracy and restoration projects.
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| 1969 VIN range | 194379S700001 – 194379S738762 |
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1969 Corvette VIN Breakdown
| Position | Description | Possible Values |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Make | 1 = Chevrolet |
| 2 | Series | 9 = Corvette |
| 3 | Engine | 4 = V8 Engine |
| 4–5 | Body style | 37 = Coupe 67 = Convertible |
| 6 | Model Year | 9 = 1969 |
| 7 | Assembly plant | S = St. Louis |
| 8–13 | Unit Number | 700001 – 738762 |
All specifications and VIN decoding details on this page are sourced from the official 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Vehicle Information Kit (PDF) published by General Motors.
You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1969 codes and view Corvette 1969 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article. All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1969 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .
1969 Corvette Specifications
Delve into the color options of the 1969 Corvette. This section provides a complete listing of exterior and interior hues, including color codes and visual representations. Use this guide to verify the original factory colors of your 1969 Corvette model.
Exterior Colors
Interior Colors
The 1969 Corvette offered buyers a choice of either leather or vinyl interior upholstery. Color options varied slightly depending on the chosen material.
| Code | Color |
|---|---|
| STD | Black Vinyl |
| ZQ4 | Black Vinyl |
| 402 | Black Leather |
| 407 | Red Vinyl |
| 408 | Red Leather |
| 411 | Bright Blue Vinyl |
| 67 | Bright Blue Leather |
| 427 | Green Vinyl |
| 428 | Green Leather |
| 420 | Saddle Vinyl |
| 421 | Saddle Leather |
| 416 | Gunmetal Vinyl |
| 417 | Gunmetal Leather |
Color combinations
For the 1969 Corvette, Chevrolet presented a variety of interior color combinations. Customers had the flexibility to select from different leather and vinyl materials, enabling them to match their interior to their preferred exterior color.
| Exterior Colors | Interior Colors | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | Bright Blue | Green | Gunmetal | Red | Saddle | |
| Tuxedo Black | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Can-Am White | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Monza Red | X | — | — | — | X | — |
| Lemans Blue | X | X | — | — | — | — |
| Riverside Gold | X | — | — | — | — | X |
| Fathom Green | X | — | X | — | — | X |
| Daytona Yellow | X | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cortez Silver | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Burgundy | X | — | — | — | — | X |
| Monaco Orange | X | — | — | — | — | — |
Chassis
| Wheelbase | Length | Width | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 in | 182.5 in | 69.2 in | Coupe: Curb: 3,245 lb; Shipping: 3,140 lb Convertible: Curb: 3,250 lb; Shipping: 3,145 lb |
Curb weight: Weight of the empty vehicle ready to drive. Shipping weight plus the weight of gasoline and water.
Shipping weight: Weight of the basic vehicle with regular equipment, grease, and oil. Weight of gasoline and water not included.
1969 Corvettes were outfitted with F70-15 bias-ply nylon cord tires. Learn more about the tires used on Corvettes in the article Corvette C3 RPM Calculator.
1969 Corvette Engine Options
| Engine Code |
Order Code |
CI | HP | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HY | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Manual Transmission |
| HZ | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| HW | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Special Cam, 4-Speed |
| HX | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Special Cam, A/C, 4-Speed |
| GD | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Special Cam, A/C, K66, 4-Speed |
| LM | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, 4-Speed |
| LL | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hyd. Lifters, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| LQ | L68 | 427 | 400 | L36 Engine with Holley 3x2BC, 4-Speed |
| LN | L68 | 427 | 400 | L36 with Holley 3x2BC, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| LO | L88 | 427 | 430 | Holley 1x4BC, Heavy-Duty Engine, M22 4-Speed |
| LV | L88 | 427 | 430 | Holley 1x4BC, Heavy-Duty Engine, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| LR | L71 | 427 | 435 | Holley 3x2BC, Mechanical Lifters, 4-Speed |
| LX | L71 | 427 | 435 | Holley 3x2BC, Mechanical Lifters, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| LP | L89 | 427 | 435 | L71 Engine with Aluminum Heads, 4-Speed |
| LW | L89 | 427 | 435 | L71 Engine with Aluminum Heads, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| LT | L71 | 427 | 435 | Holley 3x2BC, Mech. Lifters, MA6, 4-Speed |
| LU | L89 | 427 | 435 | L71 Engine with Alum. Heads MA6, 4-Speed |
| ME | ZL1 | 427 | 430 | ZL1 Perf. Package (L88 Engine), M22 4-Speed |
| MG | ZL1 | 427 | 430 | ZL1 Performance Package (L88 Engine), Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| MH | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, K66, 4-Speed |
| MI | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, K66, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| MJ | L68 | 427 | 400 | L36 Engine with Holley 3x2BC, K66, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| MK | L36 | 427 | 400 | L36 Engine with Holley 3x2BC, K66, 4-Speed |
| MR | L88 | 427 | 430 | Holley 1x4BC, Heavy-Duty Engine, M22 4-Speed |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.
1969 Corvette Transmission Options
| Code | Type | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| S | Manual | Saginaw 3-Speed |
| P | Manual | Muncie 4-Speed |
| A | Manual | M20 Muncie 4-Speed with wide gear ratio |
| B | Manual | M21 Muncie 4-Speed with close gear ratio |
| C | Manual | M22 Muncie heavy-duty 4-Speed with close gear ratio |
| K | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with 350 engine |
| L | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with hydraulic lifter 427 engine |
| Y | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with mechanical lifter 427 engine |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.
1969 Corvette Performance Data
| Engine Code | Engine | Displacement | Power | 0–60 mph | 1/4 Mile | Top Speed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 350 ci Small Block | 350 ci | 300 hp | 7.5 s | 15.4 s | 128 mph | Road & Track March 1969 |
| L46 | 350 ci | 350 ci | 350 hp | 6.8 s | 14.8 s | 135 mph | Car and Driver 1969 |
| L71 | 427 ci Tri-Power | 427 ci | 435 hp | 5.7 s | 13.9 s | 145 mph | Motor Trend 1969 |
Note: These figures are from period road tests when the cars were new. Modern examples vary due to age, condition, modifications, and different transmission/rear axle ratios available. Horsepower ratings switched from gross to net in 1972, affecting comparability across years.
1969 Corvette RPO Codes and Options
Chevrolet offered a number of options to allow buyers to customize their Corvette to their exact specifications.
| Code | Option | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 19437 | Corvette sport coupe | 22,129 |
| 19467 | Corvette convertible | 16,333 |
| Base | 3-speed manual transmission | 326 |
| Base | Vinyl trim | 35,033 |
| - | Leather trim | 3,729 |
| A01 | Tinted glass | 31,270 |
| A31 | Power windows | 9,816 |
| A82 | Headrests | 38,762 |
| A85 | Custom shoulder harness | 600 |
| C07 | Auxiliary hardtop | 7,878 |
| C08 | Auxiliary hardtop vinyl | 3,266 |
| C50 | Rear window defroster | 2,485 |
| C60 | Air conditioning | 11,859 |
| F41 | Special performance suspension | 1,661 |
| G81 | Posi-traction rear axle | 36,995 |
| J50 | Power brakes | 16,876 |
| J55 | Heavy-duty brakes | 115 |
| K05 | Engine block heater | 824 |
| K66 | Transistor ignition | 5,702 |
| L36 | 427 390 hp engine | 10,531 |
| L46 | 350 350 hp engine | 12,846 |
| L68 | 427 400 hp engine | 2,072 |
| L71 | 427 435 hp engine | 2,722 |
| L88 | 427 430 hp engine | 116 |
| L89 | 427 435 hp engine with aluminum heads | 390 |
| MA6 | Heavy-duty clutch | 102 |
| M20 | 4-speed wide-ratio manual transmission | 16,507 |
| M21 | 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission | 13,741 |
| M22 | 4-speed Heavy-duty manual transmission | 101 |
| M40 | Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission | 8,161 |
| N14 | Side mounted exhaust | 4,355 |
| N37 | Tilt & telescopic steering column | 10,325 |
| N40 | Power steering | 22,866 |
| PT6 | F70 x 15 red stripe tires | 5,210 |
| PT7 | F70 x 15 white stripe tires | 21,379 |
| PU9 | F70 x 15 white lettered tires | 2,398 |
| P02 | Deluxe wheel trim covers | 8,073 |
| TJ2 | Front fender louver ornamentation | 11,962 |
| UA6 | Horn alarm system | 12,436 |
| U15 | Speed warning indicator | 3,561 |
| U69 | AM-FM radio | 37,985 |
| U79 | Stereo equipment | 4,114 |
| ZL1 | Special aluminum 427 ci engine | 2 |
| ZQ3 | 350 300 hp engine | 10,083 |
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