The
first year. The production differed from the Moto-rama show car in the chrome
side trim and other changes. All '53s are white with a red interior. Only 300
'53s are produced but there are 315 cars built, some of which are pilot or test
cars for both the '53 model and the '54 model built in St. Louis. All production
'53s are built in Flint, Mich. The body sits on a frame with a center X member
that stiffens it and has a 102 inch wheelbase. The front is a mix of A arms and
knuckles on coil springs and a center drag link steering mechanism. The rear has
a standard type straight axle on leaf springs.
The '53 to '55 look basically the same with the rounded body, smooth sides,
rocket styled taillight pods, and the headlight grills.
Interior: All interiors are red and had a black convertible top.
Driveline: The 235 cid 150 hp inline 6 cylinder is the only engine and is
backed by the Power-glide two speed automatic transmission.
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1953
VIN Tag Information |
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E53F001001
- 001300 |
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|
Digit |
Definition |
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1st |
E
= Series / Model = 2934 / Corvette |
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2nd
/ 3rd |
53
= Model Year |
|
4th |
F
= Assembly Plant = Flint, MI. |
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Last
6 digits |
Production
Number starting with 001001 - 001300. |
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