What is a 1970 Corvette VIN Decoder?

A 1970 Corvette VIN Decoder helps you unlock key details about your Chevrolet Corvette C3, including the model year, engine specifications, body style, production plant, and original color options.

How do I decode a 1970 Corvette VIN?

You can decode your 1970 Corvette's VIN using our free VIN Decoder tool, which provides factory details, engine specs, and other key information about your Corvette.

Why is decoding a 1970 Corvette VIN important?

Decoding the VIN is essential for verifying your Corvette's authenticity, checking for matching numbers, and learning more about the vehicle's history, specifications, and original colors.

Where do 1970 Corvette specs come from?

The specifications and VIN decoding information are sourced from the official GM 1970 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit, ensuring accuracy and authenticity.

1970 Corvette VIN Decoder & Specs

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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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1970 VIN range

194370S400001 – 194370S417316

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In 1970, a total of 17,316 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 10,668 Coupes and 6,648 Convertibles.

You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1970 codes and view Corvette 1970 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article. All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1970 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .

1970 Corvette Specifications

Discover the available color schemes for the 1970 Corvette. Presented below is a comprehensive list of exterior and interior colors, with corresponding codes and visual samples. This guide aids in confirming the genuine factory colors of your 1970 Corvette.

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

The 1970 Corvette offered a palette of interior color options, allowing buyers to personalize their vehicle. Chevrolet provided choices in leather and vinyl, giving customers the ability to coordinate their interior with their exterior paint.

Exterior	Quantity	Interior
Classic White	n/a	Blue / Black / Brown / Green / Red / Saddle
Monza Red	n/a	Black / Brown / Red / Saddle
Marlboro Maroon	n/a	Black / Brown / Saddle
Mulsanne Blue	n/a	Blue / Black
Bridgehampton Blue	n/a	Blue / Black
Donnybrooke Green	n/a	Black / Brown / Green / Saddle
Daytona Yellow	n/a	Black / Green
Cortez Silver	n/a	Blue / Black / Brown / Green / Red / Saddle
Ontario Orange	n/a	Black / Saddle
Laguna Gray	n/a	Blue / Black / Brown / Green / Red / Saddle
Corvette Bronze	n/a	Black

Chassis

Wheelbase	Length	Width	Weight
98 in	182.5 in	69.0 in	Coupe: Curb: 3,285 lb; Shipping: 3,180 lb Convertible: Curb: 3,299 lb; Shipping: 3,180 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.

Engines

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.

Transmissions

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

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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