1975 Corvette Specifications
Appearance was all but unchanged for the 1975 Corvette, and the big-block V-8 returned, albeit briefly. Here are the specifications for the 1975 Corvette:
 Thanks to period inflation, base prices for Corvettes were higher than previous years' prices. |
| Vehicle Specifications | Convertible | Coupe |
| Wheelbase, inches | 98.0 | 98.0 |
| Length, inches | 185.2 | 185.2 |
| Width, inches | 69.0 | 69.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 58.7 rear: 59.4 | front: 58.7 rear: 59.4 |
| Height, inches | 47.9 | 47.9 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,660 | 3,660 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door convertible/coupe)
Suspension
front: Independent; upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
rear: Independent, lateral leaf springs, struts, U-joint halfshafts, trailing arms, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers
Wheels/Tires
8 X 15
Brakes
front: 11.75-inch disc
rear: 11.75-inch disc
Transmission
3-speed Hydra-Matic
4-speed manual
Standard axle ratio
3.36:1
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cubic inch | 5.7/350 | 5.7/350 |
| Bore X stroke, inches | 4.00 X 3.48 | 4.00 X 3.48 |
| Fuel management | 1 X 4-bbl. | 1 X 4-bbl. |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 165 @ 3,800 | 205 @ 4,800 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 255 @ 2,400 | 255 @ 3,600 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 205 hp, 4-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, second | 7.7 |
| 0-100 mph, second | NA |
| 1/4-mile, second | 16.1 |
(Source: Car and Driver)
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 33,836 | $6,810.10 |
| 2-door convertible | 4,629 | $6,550.10 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Custom Interior Trim | NA | $154.00 |
| Power Windows | 28,745 | $93.00 |
| Custom Shoulder Belts (std w/coupe) | 646 | $41.00 |
| Auxiliary Hardtop | 2,407 | $267.00 |
| Vinyl Covering | 279 | $350.00 |
| Rear Window Defroster | 13,760 | $46.00 |
| Air Conditioning | 31,914 | $490.00 |
| Optional Rear Axle Ratio | 1,969 | $12.00 |
| Gymkhana Suspension | 3,194 | $7.00 |
| Power Brakes | 35,842 | $50.00 |
| 205 hp Engine | 2,372 | $336.00 |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission, close ratio | 1,057 | $0.00 |
| Turbo Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission | 473 | $0.00 |
| Tilt-Telescopic Steering Column | 31,830 | $82.00 |
| Power Steering | 37,591 | $129.00 |
| White Stripe Steel Belted Tires, GR70 X 15 | 5,233 | $35.00 |
| White Letter Steel Belted Tires, GR70 X 15 | 30,407 | $48.00 |
| Dual Horns | 22,011 | $4.00 |
| AM/FM Radio, stereo | 24,701 | $284.00 |
| AM/FM Radio | 12,902 | $178.00 |
| Heavy Duty Battery | 16,778 | $15.00 |
| Map Light (on rearview mirror) | 21,676 | $5.00 |
| California Emission Test | 3,037 | $20.00 |
| Off Road Suspension and Brake Package | 144 | $400.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production |
| Classic White | 8,007 |
| Bright Blue | 2,869 |
| Bright Green | 1,664 |
| Medium Saddle | 3,403 |
| Dark Red | 3,342 |
| Silver | 4,710 |
| Steel Blue | 1,268 |
| Bright Yellow | 2,883 |
| Orange Flame | 3,030 |
| Mille Miglia Red | 3,355 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1968 Corvette | 1969 Corvette | 1970 Corvette |
| 1971 Corvette | 1972 Corvette | 1973 Corvette |
| 1974 Corvette | 1975 Corvette | 1976 Corvette |
| 1977 Corvette | |
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