1954 Corvette
Wheelbase: 102"
Track: 57" Front / 58.8" Rear
Height: 51.5" Over Windshield
Length: 167.3"
Width: 69.8"
Curb Weight: 2,886 lbs.
Tire Size: 6.70x15"
Plant: St. Louis
For 1954, Corvette production moved to a newly renovated facility in St. Louis Missouri where 10,000 Corvettes were
expected to be built every year. Actual production began in December of 1953. Production for 1954 was 3,640 units.
Nearly one third remained unsold in December of 1954. Mid year production saw a camshaft change that increased
horsepower to 155 in the 235ci six cylinder engine, all Corvettes produced retained the Powerglide automatic
transmission. Three new colours, Pennant Blue, Sportsman Red, and Black were added along with the standard Polo
White. A beige interior was also offered.
All 1954 Corvettes Were Built With The Following Options: Directional signals, heater, AM radio, Whitewall tires,
Powerglide transmission, parking brake alarm, courtesy lights, windshield washer.
