Chevrolet Corvette 1954

1954 Corvette

Not surprisingly, the 1954 Corvette model differs little from 1953, although there were improvements in operation throughout the model year. For example, the 1953 Corvette had two short stainless steel exhaust outlets inboard defenses protruding from the back. When it was found that the turbulence of the air tends to suck the exhaust gases back against the car, the dirt of the painting, outlets are lengthened and routed below the body. But even this change does not solve the whole problem that would continue until 1956 redesign, when the tips moved to the rear fender limbs.

In addition, gas and the brake lines are better protected by that moved inboard of the right-hand main frame rail, and worktop and top plates changed from black to tan. The storage bag to carry the side curtains in the trunk was slightly refurbished and newly-introduced colour on the inside.

Some were also overcame initial disadvantages in the 1954s. For example, the original two-handle external latch bell was replaced with a more manageable one mechanism to handle after the first 300 or more units were built. The choke control moved from right to left of the steering column, exchanging places with wiper switch. This eliminates having to get through or through the steering wheel to operate the choke with the left hand while turning the ignition key with the right. Moisture in the rear plate recess tended to cause its plastic cover of fog, so Chevy include two small bags of desiccant material to keep the area dry.

Beneath the bonnet, a new tree cam gave the Blue Flame six extra five horsepower, boosting the total to 155 hp, although the increase was not announced until the following year. Other changes include a new-style rocker arm cover (about 20 per cent of which were finished in chrome - the serial numbers 1363 through 4381), a tidier cables, and more plastic insulated cable ( replacement tissue). In addition, the three bullets in the form of cleaner air is replaced by a period of two pots setup after the first 1900 cars rolled off the line.

Another problem dealt with the 1954 model related to the convertible top mechanism. By early cars, the main plate was looming through the grooves in the mold of chromium behind the seats and ceiling with fins spring. Starting with the serial number 3600, the plates were redesigned with a dogleg way that allows them to slip between the body and seat. Unfortunately, this led to another nuisance - irons at the top rubbed against upholstery. From the above preferred folding procedure was not particularly evident, the factory began pasting stickers explaining the bottom of the upper deck.

For 1954, the Corvette finally came in a choice of colors: Blue Pennant, coupled with a tan interior, accounted for about 16 percent of production. Sportsman Cross, the sale at around four percent, and the original Polo White, at about 80 percent, joined with red interiors. A very small number of cars - just six - painted black and red interior. 1954 Some owners claim to have original paint colors other than these four, but are not reflected in factory records. However, the pain bulletins are known to have listed a cash and a green metal Bronze.

Here are specifications for the 1954 Corvette:

Vehicle Specifications
Convertible
Among axes, 102.0 inches
Length, in.
167.0
Width, in.
72.2
Track inches
Front: 57.0 rear: 59.0
Height, in.
51.3
Stopping weight, pounds
2,890

Mechanical Specifications (2-door convertible)

Suspension
Front: Independent; upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, antiroll bar, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear: Live axle semi-elliptical leaf springs, hydraulic shock absorbers tubular

Wheels / tires
6.70x15

Brakes
Front: 11 inch drum
Rear: drum 11 inches

Transmission
2-speed Powerglide

Standard axle ratio
3.55:1

Specifications Engine

Type OHV V-6
Scrolling, liters / cu inch 3.85/235.5
Bore x stroke, 3.56 x 3.95 inches
3 Fuel Management Carter sidedraft
Horses power @ 150 4200 rpm
Par @ rpm, 223-2400

Production of vehicles and base prices

Type Car
Production
Price
2-door convertible
3,640
$ 2,774.00