The Corvette received a permanent spot in GM's line up |
1960 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1960 Corvette was unchanged in design and looked the same as the previous year ’59 Corvette. With a record setting sales year in 1960 with 10,261 Corvettes produced, GM was convinced to give the Corvette a permanent spot in the model line-up. Engine options remained the same with the exception of special aluminum heads that were available for the fuel-injected models. Also new was the addition of a rear anti-sway bar that improved handling.1960 Chevrolet Corvette Production Numbers
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Corvette | |||||
08 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible | $3,872 | 3,872 lbs | 10,261 |
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 |
1960 Chevrolet Corvette Options
Code | Description | Price |
101 | Heater | $102.25 |
102 | Signal Seeking AM Radio | $137.75 |
107 | Parking Brake Alarm | $5.40 |
108 | Courtesy Light | $6.50 |
109 | Windshield Washers | $16.15 |
121 | Temperature Controlled Radiator Fan | $21.55 |
261 | Sunshades | $10.80 |
276 | 15 x 5.5 Wheels | No Charge |
290 | 6.70 x 15 White Sidewall Tires | $31.55 |
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 | $43.05 |
685 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | $188.30 |
686 | Metallic Brakes | $26.20 |
687 | Heavy-Duty Brakes & Suspension | $333.60 |
1408 | 6.70 x 15 Black Sidewall Tires | $15.75 |
1625A | 24-Gallon Fuel Tank | $161.40 |
469 | 283-cid/245-hp V-8 | $150.65 |
469C | 283-cid/270-hp V-8 | $182.95 |
579 | 283-cid/275-hp V-8 | $484.20 |
579D | 283-cid/315-hp V-8 | $484.20 |
1960 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 | 275 | 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 |
DJ | 8-283 | 240 | 300 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
Transmission Codes
Transmission | Location |
3-Speed Manual | 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 |
Plant and Type Designation Prefix | Plant | Transmission Type |
W | Warner Gear | 4-Speed |
S | Saginaw | 3-Speed, Overdrive* |
C | Cleveland | Powerglide |
1960 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior Paint Codes
Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
506A - Roman Red Lucite® Code - 2931LH Dulux® Code - 93-93037H | 517A - Cascade Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4029L Dulux® Code - 181-93587 | ||
509A - Sateen Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 4023L Dulux® Code - 181-94009 | 502A - Horizon Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4030L Dulux® Code - 181-94010 | ||
510A - Ermine White Lucite® Code - 4024L Dulux® Code - 93-93774 | 523A - Honduras Maroon Metallic Lucite® Code - 4034LH Dulux® Code - 181-17182H | ||
504A - Tasco Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 4025L Dulux® Code - 181-93946 | |||
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). |
1960 Chevrolet Corvette Cove Colors
Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
509A - Sateen Silver Metallic | See Code 509A | 510A - Ermine White | See Code 510A |
1960 Chevrolet Corvette Interior Paint Codes
Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
Red Duco® Code - 2967H | Not Available | Medium Turquoise Metallic Duco® Code - 93996 | Not Available |
Light 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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