1959 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1959 Corvette boasted a new sporty image.

1959 Chevrolet Corvette

The Corvette got a stream-lined clean-up for 1959. With the loss of its simulated louvers and twin deck lid chrome strips on the hood the Corvette boasted a more clean, sporty image as it racked up victories on the race track.

 

 

   

 

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Production Numbers

Model Number Body/Style Number Body Type & Seating Factory Price Shipping Weight Total Production
Corvette
J 67 2 Dr Convertible $3,875 2,912 lbs 9,670

Chassis Data

Model Wheelbase Overall Lenght Width Front Tread Rear Tread Tires
Corvette 102 in 177.2 in 72.8 in 57 in 59 in 6.70 x 15

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Options

Code Description Price
101 Heater $102.25
102 Signal Seeking AM Radio $149.80
107 Parking Brake Alarm $5.40
108 Courtesy Lights $6.50
109 Windshield Washers $16.15
121 Radiator Fan Clutch $21.55
261 Sunshades $10.80
1408 6.70 x 15 Black Sidewall Tires $15.75
125A 24 Gallon Fuel Tank $161.40
276 15 x 5.5 Wheels No Charge
290 6.70 x 15 White Sidewall Tires $31.55
685 4-Speed Manual Transmission $188.30
313 Powerglide Transmission $199.10
419 Auxiliary Hardtop $236.75
426 Power Windows $59.20
440 Two-Tone Paint $16.15
473 Power Operated Folding Top $139.90
675 Positraction Rear Axle $48.45
684 Heavy-Duty Brakes & Suspension $425.05
686 Metallic Brakes $26.90
469 283-cid/245-hp V-8 $150.65
469C 283-cid/270-hp V-8 $182.95
579 283-cid/250-hp V-8 $484.20
579D 283-cid/290-hp V-8 $484.20

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.
Letter Code Engine Horsepower Torque Transmission Carburetor
CQ 8-283 230 300 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
CR 8-283 250 305 3 & 4-Speed Manual Fuel Injection
CS 8-283 315 295 3 & 4-Speed Manual Fuel Injection
CT 8-283 245 300 3 & 4-Speed Manual 2 - 4 BC
CU 8-283 270 285 3 & 4-Speed Manual 2 - 4 BC
DG 8-283 230 300 Powerglide 4 BC
DH 8-283 250 305 Powerglide Fuel Injection
DJ 8-283 245 300 Powerglide 2 - 4 BC

Transmission Codes

Transmission Location
3-Speed Manual Stamped on rear face of upper right corner
3-Speed Manual (close-ratio) Stamped on rear face of upper right corner
4-Speed Manual Stamped on boss on lower left side of case just below side cover.
Powerglide Stamped on the bottom of oil pan
Corvette 2-Speed Powerglide Not Available
Plant and Type Designation Prefix Plant Transmission Type
W Warner Gear 4-Speed
S Saginaw 3-Speed, Overdrive*
C Cleveland Powerglide
*Overdrive distinguished from 3-Speed by physical appearance only. The above transmissions will carry a production code number such as: S304 (S = Saginaw 3-Speed, 3 = March, 04 = 4th.)

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code Color Image Color Name / Code Color Image
502 - Frost Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 2925L Dulux® Code - 181-92716 508 - Classic Cream Lucite® Code - 2924L Dulux® Code - 93-92459
504 - Crown Sapphire Metallic Lucite® Code - 2930L Dulux® Code - 181-92945 509 - Inca Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 2436L
506 - Roman Red Lucite® Code - 2931LH Dulux® Code - 93-93037H 510 - Snowcrest White Lucite® Code - 2924L Dulux® Code - 93-92459
NOTES: Color Combination Numbers are on a plate on the right side of the dash panel, under the hood, immediately below the heater water control valve (Ranco Valve).

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Cove Colors

Color Name / Code Color Image Color Name / Code Color Image
509 - Inca Silver Metallic See Code 509 510 - Snowcrest White See Code 510

1959 Chevrolet Corvette Interior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code Color Image Color Name / Code Color Image
Red Duco® Code - 2967H Not Available Turquoise Metallic Duco® Code - 92945 Not Available
Blue Metallic Duco® Code - 92808 Not Available  

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.
Codes - Non-Locking Codes - Locking Ratio Inspection Cover
AE   3.55 (std. lining) 12 Bolt
AH AN 3.70 (std. lining) 12 Bolt
FJ FK 3.70 (metallic lining) 12 Bolt
  AP 4.11 (std. lining) 12 Bolt
  FL 4.11 (metallic lining) 12 Bolt
  AQ 4.56 (std. lining) 12 Bolt
  FM 4.56 (metallic lining) 12 Bolt
 
   
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