1970 Corvette VIN Decoder & Specs
Unlock the secrets of your classic 1970 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 1970, a total of 17,316 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 10,668 Coupes and 6,648 Convertibles.
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How to Decode Your 1970 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide
Explore the unique characteristics of your 1970 Corvette with our VIN and trim tag decoder. Enter your VIN to uncover the engine, body, and transmission details. Validate your vehicle's specifications and production data. The trim tag analysis will give you the original interior and exterior colors and the precise build date, supporting your restoration efforts.
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| Trim tag 1969–1981 |
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| 1970 VIN range |
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| 194370S400001 – 194370S417316 |
1970 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 | 0 = 1970 |
| 7 | Assembly plant | S = St. Louis |
| 8–13 | Unit Number | 400001 – 417316 |
All specifications and VIN decoding details on this page are sourced from the official 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Vehicle Information Kit (PDF) published by General Motors.
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1970 Corvette Specifications
Delve into the color options of the 1970 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 1970 Corvette model.
Exterior Colors
| Code | Color | Color sample |
|---|---|---|
| 972 | Classic White | |
| 974 | Monza Red | |
| 975 | Marlboro Maroon | |
| 976 | Mulsanne Blue | |
| 979 | Bridgehampton Blue | |
| 982 | Donnybrooke Green | |
| 984 | Daytona Yellow | |
| 986 | Cortez Silver | |
| 991 | Ontario Orange | |
| 992 | Laguna Gray | |
| 993 | Corvette Bronze |
Interior Colors
The 1970 Corvette offered buyers a choice of either leather or vinyl interior upholstery. Color options varied slightly depending on the chosen material.
| Code | Color | Color sample |
|---|---|---|
| 400 | Black Vinyl | |
| 403 | Black Leather | |
| 407 | Red Vinyl | |
| 411 | Blue Vinyl | |
| 422 | Green Vinyl | |
| 418 | Saddle Vinyl | |
| 424 | Saddle Leather | |
| 414 | Brown Vinyl |
Color Combinations
Chevrolet suggested various interior colors, but customers could choose their preferred combinations.
| Exterior Colors | Interior Colors | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | Red | Blue | Green | Saddle | Brown | |
| Classic White | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Monza Red | X | X | — | — | X | X |
| Marlboro Maroon | X | — | — | — | X | X |
| Mulsanne Blue | X | — | X | — | — | — |
| Bridgehampton Blue | X | — | X | — | — | — |
| Donnybrooke Green | X | — | — | X | X | X |
| Daytona Yellow | X | — | — | X | — | — |
| Cortez Silver | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Laguna Gray | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Corvette Bronze | 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.
1970 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.
1970 Corvette Engine Options
| Engine Code |
Order Code |
CI | HP | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTL | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, 4-Speed |
| CTD | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, 4-Speed |
| CTM | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CTG | Base | 350 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CTN | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Performance Cam, 4-Speed |
| CTH | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Performance Cam, 4-Speed |
| CTO | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Performance Cam, A/C, 4-Speed |
| CTJ | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Performance Cam, A/C, 4-Speed |
| CTP | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Perf. Cam, T/I, 4-Speed |
| CTQ | L46 | 350 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Perf. Cam, A/C, T/I, 4-Speed |
| CTU | LT1 | 350 | 370 | Holley 1x4BC, Mechanical Lifters, T/I, 4-Speed |
| CTK | LT1 | 350 | 370 | Holley 1x4BC, Mechanical Lifters, T/I, 4-Speed |
| CTV | ZR1 | 350 | 370 | Performance Package, LT1 Engine, M22 4-Speed |
| CZU | LS5 | 454 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, 4-Speed |
| CGW | LS5 | 454 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CRI | LS5 | 454 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, T/I, 4-Speed |
| CRJ | LS5 | 454 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, T/I, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.
1970 Corvette Transmission Options
| Code | Type | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| S | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with 454 engine |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.
1970 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 | 10,668 |
| 19467 | Corvette convertible | 6,648 |
| Base | Vinyl trim | 14,125 |
| - | Leather trim | 3,191 |
| A31 | Power windows | 4,813 |
| A85 | Custom shoulder harness | 475 |
| C07 | Auxiliary hardtopexterior vinyl trim | 2,556 |
| C08 | Auxiliary hardtopexterior vinyl trim | 832 |
| C50 | Rear window defroster | 1,281 |
| C60 | Air conditioning | 6,659 |
| G81 | Optional posi-traction rear axle ratio | 2,862 |
| J50 | Power brakes | 8,984 |
| L46 | 350 350 hp engine | 4,910 |
| LS5 | 454 390 hp engine | 4,473 |
| LT1 | 350 370 hp engine | 1,287 |
| M21 | 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission | 4,383 |
| M22 | 4-speed Heavy-duty manual transmission | 25 |
| M40 | Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission | 5,102 |
| NA9 | California emissions equipment | - |
| N37 | Tilt & telescopic steering column | 5,803 |
| N40 | Power steering | 11,907 |
| PT7 | F70 x 15 white stripe tires | 6,589 |
| PU9 | F70 x 15 white lettered tires | 7,985 |
| P02 | Deluxe wheel trim covers | 3,467 |
| T60 | Heavy-duty battery | 165 |
| UA6 | Horn alarm system | 6,727 |
| U69 | AM-FM radio | 16,991 |
| U79 | Stereo equipment | 2,462 |
| ZR1 | Special purpose 350 engine package | 25 |
| ZQ3 | 350 300 hp engine | 6,646 |
| ZW4 | 4-speed wide ratio base transmission | 7,806 |
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