How to Decode Your 1971 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide
Authenticate and understand your 1971 Corvette with our specialized VIN decoder. Input your VIN to identify engine, body, and transmission configurations. This decoder ensures you have accurate production and specification information. The trim tag decoder will reveal original color combinations and build dates, invaluable for historical research and restoration.
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| 1971 VIN range | 194371S100001 – 194371S121801 |
In 1971, a total of 21,801 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 14,680 Coupes and 7,121 Convertibles.
You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1971 codes and view Corvette 1971 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article. All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1971 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .
1971 Corvette Specifications
Uncover the original color choices for the 1971 Corvette. You’ll find a detailed compilation of exterior and interior colors, along with their color codes and visual references. This information is invaluable for verifying the factory-applied colors of your 1971 Corvette.
Exterior Colors
| Code | Color | Color sample |
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| 905 | Nevada Silver | |
| 912 | Sunflower Yellow | |
| 972 | Classic White | |
| 973 | Monza Red | |
| 976 | Mulsanne Blue | |
| 979 | Bridgehampton Blue | |
| 983 | Brands Hatch Green | |
| 987 | Ontario Orange | |
| 988 | Steel Cities Gray | |
| 989 | War Bonnet Yellow |
Interior Colors
The 1971 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 |
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| 400 | Black Vinyl | |
| 403 | Black Leather | |
| 407 | Red Vinyl | |
| 412 | Dark Blue Vinyl | |
| 423 | Dark Green Vinyl | |
| 417 | Saddle Vinyl | |
| 420 | Saddle Leather |
Color combinations
Chevrolet’s 1971 Corvette provided buyers with several interior color choices. Customers could select from various leather and vinyl materials, facilitating personalized combinations to complement their exterior color preference.
| Exterior | Quantity | Interior |
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| Nevada Silver | 1,177 (5.40%) | Black / Dark Blue / Dark |
| Sunflower Yellow | 1,177 (5.40%) | Black / Dark Green / Saddle |
| Classic White | 1,875 (8.60%) | Black / Dark Blue / Dark Green / Red / Saddle |
| Mille Miglia Red | 2,180 (10.00%) | Black / Red |
| Mulsanne Blue | 2,465 (11.31%) | Black / Dark Blue |
| Bridgehampton Blue | 1,417 (6.50%) | Black / Dark Blue |
| Brands Hatch Green | 3,445 (15.80%) | Black / Dark Green |
| Ontario Orange | 2,269 (10.41%) | Black / Dark Green / Saddle |
| Steel Cities Gray | 1,591 (7.30%) | Black / Saddle |
| War Bonnet Yellow | 3,706 (17.00%) | Black / Dark Green / Saddle |
Chassis
| Wheelbase | Length | Width | Weight |
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| 98 in | 182.5 in | 69.0 in | Coupe: Curb: 3,292 lb; Shipping: 3,202 lb Convertible: Curb: 3,306 lb; Shipping: 3,216 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.
1971 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 |
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| CJL | Base | 350 | 270 | Rochester Q-jet, 4-Speed |
| CGT | Base | 350 | 270 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CJK | Base | 350 | 270 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CGZ | LT1 | 350 | 330 | Holley 1x4BC, Mechanical Lifters, 4-Speed |
| CGY | ZR1 | 350 | 330 | Performance Package, LT1 Engine, M22 4-Speed |
| CPH | LS5 | 454 | 365 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, 4-Speed |
| CPJ | LS5 | 454 | 365 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| CPW | LS6 | 454 | 425 | Holley 1x4BC, Mech. Lifters, Alum. Heads, 4-Speed |
| CPX | LS6 | 454 | 425 | Holley 1x4BC, Mech. Lifters, Alum. Heads, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.
Transmissions
| Code | Type | Transmission |
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| 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 LS5 454 engine |
| Y | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with LS6 454 engine |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.
1971 Corvette RPO
Chevrolet offered a number of options to allow buyers to customize their Corvette to their exact specifications.
| Code | Option | Total |
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| 19437 | Corvette sport coupe | 14,680 |
| 19467 | Corvette convertible | 7,120 |
| Base | Vinyl trim | 19,199 |
| - | Leather trim | 2,602 |
| A31 | Power windows | 6,192 |
| A85 | Custom shoulder harness | 677 |
| C07 | Auxiliary hardtop | 2,619 |
| C08 | Auxiliary hardtop vinyl | 832 |
| C50 | Rear window defroster | 1,598 |
| C60 | Air conditioning | 11,481 |
| J50 | Power brakes | 13,558 |
| LS5 | 454 365 hp engine | 5,097 |
| LS6 | 454 425 hp engine | 188 |
| LT1 | 350 330 hp engine | 1,949 |
| M21 | 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission | 2,387 |
| M22 | 4-speed Heavy-duty manual transmission | 130 |
| M40 | Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission | 10,060 |
| N37 | Tilt & telescopic steering column | 8,130 |
| N40 | Power steering | 17,904 |
| PT7 | F70 x 15 white stripe tires | 6,711 |
| PU9 | F70 x 15 white lettered tires | 12,449 |
| P02 | Deluxe wheel trim covers | 3,007 |
| T60 | Heavy-duty battery | 1,455 |
| U69 | AM-FM radio | 21,509 |
| U79 | Stereo equipment | 3,431 |
| ZQ1 | Rear axle ratio selection | 2,395 |
| ZQ3 | 350 300 hp engine | 6,646 |
| ZR1 | 350 330 hp engine | 8 |
| ZR2 | 454 425 hp engine | 12 |
| ZW4 | 4-speed wide-ratio transmission | 9,224 |
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