1986 Corvette Specifications
Several new standard features were introduced for the 1986 Corvette, including an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and a Vehicle Anti-Theft System, or VATS. Here are the specifications for the 1986 Corvette:
 A gauge cluster re-angled for less glare was one of several interior improvements for 1986. |
| Vehicle Specifications | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Wheelbase, inches | 96.2 | 96.2 |
| Length, inches | 176.5 | 176.5 |
| Width, inches | 71.0 | 71.0 |
| Track, inches | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 | front: 59.6 rear: 60.4 |
| Height, inches | 46.7 | 46.4 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,101 | 3,279 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door hatchback/convertible)
Suspension
front: Independent; unequal length upper and lower A-arms, transverse fiberglass leaf spring, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
rear: Independent, upper and lower trailing arms, lateral arms, tie rods, halfshafts, transverse fiberglass leaf springs, tubular hydraulic shock absorbers, antiroll bar
Wheels/Tires
P225/60VR-16
Brakes
front: anti-lock 11.5-inch disc
rear: anti-lock 11.5-inch disc
Transmission
4-speed automatic
4+3-speed manual (4-speed manual with overdrive in 3rd and 4th gears)
Standard axle ratio
2.59:1 (auto) 3.07:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cubic inch | 5.7/350 |
| Bore X stroke, inches | 4.00 X 3.48 |
| Fuel management | Tuned Port Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 230 @ 4,000 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 330 @ 3,200 |
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door coupe | 27,794 | $27,027.00 |
| 2-door convertible | 7,315 | 32,032.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Power Driver Seat | 33,983 | $225.00 |
| Sport Seats, leather | 13,372 | 1,025.00 |
| Base Seats, leather | NA | 400.00 |
| Power Door Locks | 34,215 | 175.00 |
| Radiator Boost Fan | 8,216 | 75.00 |
| Custom Feature Package | 4,832 | 195.00 |
| Dual Removable Roof Panels | 6,242 | 895.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, blue tint | 12,021 | 595.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, bronze tint | 7,819 | 595.00 |
| Electronic Air Conditioning Control | 16,646 | 150.00 |
| Two-Tone Paint (coupe) | 3,897 | 428.00 |
| Delco-Bilstein Shock Absorbers | 5,521 | 189.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio, 3.07:1 | 4,879 | 22.00 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 7,394 | 110.00 |
| Cruise Control | 34,197 | 185.00 |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 6,835 | 0.00 |
| California Emission Requirements | 5,697 | 99.00 |
| Radio Delete | 166 | -256.00 |
| AM/FM Radio Stereo Cassette | 2,039 | 122.00 |
| Stereo System, Delco-Bose | 32,478 | 895.00 |
| Heavy Duty Radiator | 10,423 | 40.00 |
| Performance Handling Package (coupe) | 12,821 | 470.00 |
| Rear Window + Side Mirror Defoggers (coupe) | 21,837 | 165.00 |
| Malcolm Konner Special Edition (coupe) | 50 | 500.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production |
| Silver Metallic | 1,209 |
| Medium Blue Metallic | 128 |
| White | 4,176 |
| Gold Metallic | 777 |
| Copper Metallic | 4 |
| Dark Red Metallic | 5,002 |
| Silver/Gray | 1,049 |
| White/Silver | 693 |
| Silver Beige/Black | 50 |
| Medium Gray Metallic | 1,603 |
| Yellow | 1,464 |
| Black | 5,464 |
| Silver Beige Metallic | 1,383 |
| Medium Brown Metallic | 488 |
| Bright Red | 9,466 |
| Gray/Black | 1,138 |
| Silver Beige/Medium Brown | 1,014 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1984 Corvette | 1985 Corvette | 1986 Corvette |
| 1987 Corvette | 1988 Corvette | 1989 Corvette |
| 1990 Corvette |
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