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1956 Corvette Convertible Specifications, Options and Production Numbers
Explore comprehensive Corvette specifications, production numbers, options, and color codes by model year. Your complete reference for authentic restoration and research.
Production & Specifications
Total Production
3,467
Wheelbase
102.00"
Length
168.00"
Width
72.70"
Height
51.80"
Curb Weight
2,940.00 lbs.
Track Front/Rear
58.70" / 59.00"
Tire Size
6.70 x 15
Plant Built
St. Louis
Base Engine
265 cu in V8
Serial Range
E56S100001 - E56S103467
| Total Production | 3,467 |
| Wheelbase | 102.00" |
| Length | 168.00" |
| Width | 72.70" |
| Height | 51.80" |
| Curb Weight | 2,940.00 lbs. |
| Track F/R | 58.70" / 59.00" |
| Tire Size | 6.70 x 15 |
| Plant Built | St. Louis |
| Base Engine | 265 cu in V8 |
| Serial Range | E56S100001 - E56S103467 |
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Options for Model Year 1956, Convertible
* = Option price during model year
** = Option price adjusted for inflation, in 2025 dollars
** = Option price adjusted for inflation, in 2025 dollars
| Code | Description | Quantity | 1956* | 2025** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Heater | n/a | $124 | $1,466 |
| 102 | AM Radio, Signal Seeking | 2,717 | $199 | $2,358 |
| 107 | Parking Brake Alarm | 2,685 | $5 | $64 |
| 108 | Courtesy Lights | 2,775 | $9 | $103 |
| 109 | Windshield Washers | 2,815 | $12 | $140 |
| 290 | Whitewall Tires, 6.70x15 | n/a | $32 | $383 |
| 2934 | Base Convertible | 3,467 | $3,176 | $37,650 |
| 313 | Powerglide Automatic Transmission | n/a | $188 | $2,232 |
| 419 | Auxiliary Hardtop | 2,076 | $215 | $2,551 |
| 426 | Power Windows | 379 | $59 | $702 |
| 440 | Two-Tone Paint Combination | 2,797 | $19 | $230 |
| 449 | Special High Lift Camshaft | 111 | $188 | $2,232 |
| 469 | 265ci, 225hp V8 Engine | 3,080 | $172 | $2,041 |
| 470 | Substitute beige or white soft top for black | n/a | $0 | $ |
| 471 | Rear Axle Ratio, 3.27:1 | n/a | $0 | $ |
| 473 | Power Oriented Folding Top | 2,682 | $108 | $1,275 |
Paint Colors for Model Year 1956, Convertible
| Code | Description | Quantity | Additional Charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| naAB | Arctic Blue | 390 | $0.00 |
| naAC | Aztec Copper | 402 | $0.00 |
| naCG | Cascade Green | 290 | $0.00 |
| naOB | Onyx Black | 810 | $0.00 |
| naPW | Polo White | 532 | $0.00 |
| naVR | Venetian Red | 1,043 | $0.00 |
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