How to Decode Your 1976 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide
Explore the original features of your 1976 Corvette with our VIN and trim tag decoder. Input your VIN to uncover engine, body, and transmission options. This tool confirms your car's production specifics. The trim tag analysis reveals original interior and exterior colors and the build date, supporting your restoration projects.
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| 1976 VIN range | 1Z37L6S400001 – 1Z37L6S446558 |
In 1976, a total of 46,558 Corvettes were manufactured.
You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1976 codes and view Corvette 1976 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article.All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1976 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .
1976 Corvette Specifications
Uncover the color options for the 1976 Corvette. Below is a complete compilation of exterior and interior hues, including color codes and visual references. This information is key for verifying the factory-applied colors of your 1976 Corvette.
Exterior Colors
| Code | Color | Color sample |
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| 10 | Classic White | |
| 13 | Silver | |
| 22 | Bright Blue | |
| 33 | Dark Green | |
| 37 | Mahogany | |
| 39 | Dark Green | |
| 56 | Bright Yellow | |
| 64 | Buckskin | |
| 69 | Dark Brown | |
| 70 | Orange Flame | |
| 72 | Red |
Interior Colors
The 1976 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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| 19V | Black Vinyl | |
| 192 | Black Leather | |
| 71V | Dark Firethorn Vinyl | |
| 712 | Dark Firethorn Leather | |
| 322 | Blue-Green Leather | |
| 152 | Smoke Gray Leather | |
| 64V | Light Buckskin Vinyl | |
| 642 | Light Buckskin Leather | |
| 15V | White Vinyl | |
| 112 | White Leather | |
| 692 | Dark Brown Leather |
Color combinations
For the 1976 Corvette, Chevrolet provided a range of interior color choices, enabling buyers to create custom combinations. Leather and vinyl options were available, allowing them to match their interior to their chosen exterior.
| Exterior | Quantity | Interior |
| Classic White | 10,674 (22.93%) | Black / Blue-Green / Buckskin / Dark Brown / Firethorn / Smoked Grey / White |
| Silver | 6,934 (14.89%) | Black / Blue-Green / Buckskin / Firethorn / Smoked Grey / White |
| Bright Blue | 3,268 (7.02%) | Black / Smoked Grey |
| Dark Green | 2,038 (4.38%) | Black / Blue-Green / Buckskin / Smoked Grey / White |
| Mahogany | 4,182 (8.98%) | Black / Buckskin / Firethorn / Smoked Grey / White |
| Bright Yellow | 3,389 (7.28%) | Black / Dark Brown |
| Buckskin | 2,954 (6.34%) | Black / Buckskin / Dark Brown / Firethorn / White |
| Dark Brown | 4,447 (9.55%) | Black / Buckskin / Dark Brown / White |
| Orange Flame | 4,073 (8.75%) | Black / Buckskin / Dark Brown |
| Red | 4,590 (9.86%) | Black / Buckskin / Firethorn / Smoked Grey / White |
Chassis
| Wheelbase | Length | Width | Weight |
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| 98 in | 185.2 in | 69.0 in | Curb: 3,541 lb; Shipping: 3,445 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.
1976 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 |
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| CHC | L82(Federal) | 350 | 210 | 4-Speed |
| CKC | L82(Federal) | 350 | 210 | TH400 |
| CKW | L48(Federal) | 350 | 180 | 4-Speed |
| CKX | L48(Federal) | 350 | 180 | TH350 |
| CLS | L48(California) | 350 | 180 | TH350 |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.
Transmissions
| Code | Type | Transmission |
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| W | Manual | Warner 4-Speed |
| AM | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 with L48 350 engine |
| XH | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 with L48 350 engine |
| CZ | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with L82 350 engine |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.
1976 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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| 1YZ37 | Corvette sport coupe | 46,558 |
| Base | Vinyl trim | - |
| - | Leather trim | - |
| A31 | Power windows | 38,700 |
| C49 | Rear window defroster | 24,960 |
| C60 | Air conditioning | 40,787 |
| FE7 | Gymkhana suspension | 5,368 |
| J50 | Power brakes | 46,558 |
| L48 | 350 180 hp engine | 40,838 |
| L82 | 350 210 hp engine | 5,720 |
| M20 | 4-speed standard manual transmission | 7,845 |
| M21 | 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission | 2,088 |
| M40 | Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission | 36,625 |
| N37 | Tilt-telescopic steering column | 41,797 |
| N40 | Power steering | 46,385 |
| QRM | GR70 x 15 white stripe radial tires | 3,992 |
| QRN | GR70 x 15 blackwall radial tires | 2,643 |
| QRZ | GR70 x 15 white lettered radial tires | 39,923 |
| U58 | AM-FM stereo radio | 34,272 |
| U69 | AM-FM radio | 11,083 |
| UA1 | Heavy-duty battery | 25,909 |
| UF1 | Map light | 35,361 |
| UL5 | Radio delete | 1,203 |
| YF5 | California emissions | 3,527 |
| YJ8 | Aluminum wheels | 6,253 |
| - | Rear axle ratio selection | 1,371 |
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