What is a 1975 Corvette VIN Decoder?

A 1975 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 1975 Corvette VIN?

You can decode your 1975 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 1975 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 1975 Corvette specs come from?

The specifications and VIN decoding information are sourced from the official GM 1975 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit, ensuring accuracy and authenticity.

1975 Corvette VIN Decoder & Specs

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How to Decode Your 1975 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide

Gain insights into your 1975 Corvette with our VIN and trim tag decoder. Enter your VIN to determine engine, body, and transmission details. This decoder verifies your car's original production specifications. The trim tag decoder provides original color schemes and build dates, essential for historical accuracy and restoration.

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1975 VIN range

1Z37J5S400001 – 1Z37J5S438465

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In 1975, a total of 38,465 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 33,836 Coupes and 4,629 Convertibles.

You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1975 codes and view Corvette 1975 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article.All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1975 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .

1975 Corvette Specifications

Discover the original color palette of the 1975 Corvette. This page offers a detailed list of exterior and interior colors, accompanied by their respective color codes and visual examples. Use this resource to verify the genuine factory colors of your 1975 Corvette.

Exterior Colors

Code	Color	Color sample
10	Classic White
13	Silver
22	Bright Blue
27	Steel Blue
42	Bright Green
56	Bright Yellow
67	Medium Saddle
70	Orange Flame
74	Dark Red
76	Mille Miglia Red

Interior Colors

The 1975 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
19V	Black Vinyl
192	Black Leather
73V	Dark Red Vinyl
732	Dark Red Leather
26V	Dark Blue Vinyl
262	Dark Blue Vinyl
65V	Medium Saddle Vinyl
652	Medium Saddle Leather
14V	Silver Vinyl
142	Silver Leather
60V	Neutral Vinyl

Color combinations

Chevrolet’s 1975 Corvette allowed for interior customization with a selection of color options. Customers could choose from various leather and vinyl materials, creating personalized combinations to match their exterior paint.

Exterior	Quantity	Interior
Classic White	8,007 (20.82%)	Black / Dark Blue / Dark Red / Medium Saddle / Neutral / Silver
Silver	4,710 (12.24%)	Black / Dark Blue / Dark Red / Medium Saddle / Silver
Bright Blue	2,869 (7.46%)	Black / Dark Blue / Silver
Steel Blue	1,268 (3.30%)	Black / Dark Blue / Silver
Bright Green	1,664 (4.33%)	Black / Medium Saddle / Neutral / Silver
Bright Yellow	2,883 (7.50%)	Black / Medium Silver / Neutral
Medium Saddle	3,403 (8.85%)	Black / Medium Silver / Neutral
Orange Flame	3,030 (7.88%)	Black / Medium Silver / Neutral
Dark Red	3,342 (8.69%)	Black / Dark Red / Medium Saddle / Neutral / Silver
Mille Miglia Red	3,355 (8.72%)	Black / Dark Red / Medium Saddle / Neutral / Silver

Chassis

Wheelbase	Length	Width	Weight
98 in	185.2 in	69.0 in	Coupe: Curb: 3,529 lb; Shipping: 3,433 lb Convertible: Curb: 3,542 lb; Shipping: 3,446 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.

1975 Corvettes were outfitted with GR70-15 radial tires. Learn more about the tires used on Corvettes in the article Corvette C3 RPM Calculator.

Engines

Engine Code	Order Code	CI	HP	Equipment
CHA	L48/Federal	350	165	4-Speed
CHB	L48(Federal)	350	165	TH400
CHC	L82(Federal)	350	205	4-Speed
CHR	L82(Federal) & California	350	205	TH400
CHU	L48(Federal)	350	165	4-Speed
CHZ	L48(California)	350	165	TH400
CKC	L82(Federal)	350	205	TH400
CRJ	L48(Federal)	350	165	4-Speed
CRK	L48(Federal)	350	165	TH400
CRL	L82(Federal)	350	205	4-Speed
CRM	L82(Federal)	350	205	TH400
CUA	L48(Federal)	350	165	4-Speed
CUB	L48(Federal)	350	165	4-Speed
CUD	L82(Federal)	350	205	4-Speed
CUT	L82(Federal)	350	205	4-Speed

You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.

Transmissions

Code	Type	Transmission
W	Manual	Warner 4-Speed
CK	Automatic	Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with L48 350 engine
CZ	Automatic	Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with L82 350 engine

You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.

1975 Corvette RPO

Chevrolet offered a number of options to allow buyers to customize their Corvette to their exact specifications.

Code	Option	Total
1YZ37	Corvette sport coupe	33,836
1YZ67	Corvette convertible	4,629
Base	Vinyl trim	-
-	Leather trim	-
A31	Power windows	28,745
A85	Deluxe shoulder harness	646
C07	Auxiliary hardtop	2,407
C08	Auxiliary hardtop vinyl	279
C50	Rear window defroster	13,760
C60	Air conditioning	31,914
FE7	Gymkhana suspension	3,194
J50	Power brakes	35,842
L48	350 165 hp engine	36,093
L82	350 205 hp engine	2,372
M20	4-speed standard manual transmission	8,935
M21	4-speed close-ratio manual transmission	1,057
M40	Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission	28,473
N37	Tilt and telescopic steering column	31,830
N40	Power steering	37,591
QRM	GR70 x 15 white stripe radial tires	5,233
QRN	GR70 x 15 blackwall radial tires	2,825
QRZ	GR70 x 15 white lettered radial tires	30,407
U05	Dual horns	22,011
U58	AM-FM stereo radio	24,701
U69	AM-FM radio	12,902
UA1	Heavy-duty battery	16,778
UF1	Map light	21,676
UL5	Radio delete	862
YF5	California emissions	3,037
Z07	Off-road suspension and brakes	144

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