1994 CORVETTE

  • Several refinements that focused on safety and smoother operation were the order for 1994 Corvettes.
  • A passenger-side airbag was added and all Corvettes now offered dual airbags.
  • In addition, other interior changes included new carpeting, new door-trim panels, new seats, a new steering wheel, a redesigned instrument panel and a restyled console.
  • Other new equipment included an optional rear-axle ratio, revised spring rates, a convertible backlight with heated glass and new exterior colors.
  • The ZR-1 also received new non-directional wheels for 1994.
  • The 5.7-liter V-8 powering the standard Corvettes now used sequential fuel injection, which provided a smoother idle, better drivability and lower emissions.
  • That engine was mated to a refined 4L60-E electronic four-speed automatic overdrive transmission that provided a more consistent shift feel.
  • A brake-transmission shift interlock safety feature was also new for 1994.
  • The ZR-1 again used the LTS 5.7-liter V-8.
  • It was fitted with a six-speed manual transmission, which was again a no-cost option for LT1-powered Corvette models.
  • Corvettes came in Arctic White; Admiral Blue; Black; Bright Aqua Metallic; Polo Green Metallic; Competition Yellow; Copper Metallic; Torch Red; Black Rose Metallic; and Dark Red Metallic.
  • Interiors came in Beige; Black; Light Beige; Light Gray; Red; and White.
  • Standard features included a removable body-color roof panel for hatchbacks or a convertible top.
  • All Corvette convertibles except those with Polo Green Metallic finish could be ordered with one of three top colors: Beige, Black, or White cloth.
  • The White convertible top was not avail-able for Polo Green Metallic cars.
  • Leather seats became standard upholstery.

I.D. NUMBERS

  • The serial number [Vehicle Identification Number -- VIN] was stamped on a plate on the inner vertical surface of the left windshield pillar visible through the windshield.
  • The coupe serial numbers ranged from 1G1YY22P*R5100001 to 1G1YY22P*R5122882
  • The convertible serial numbers ranged from 1G1YY32P*R5100001 to 1G1YY32P*R5122882
  • The ZR1 serial numbers ranged from 1G1YZ22J*R5800001 to 1G1YZ22J*R5800448
    PositionCharacterDescription
    11US built
    2GGeneral Motors product
    31Chevrolet Motor Division vehicle
    4&5YYBasic Corvette
    YZCorvette ZR-1
    62 or 3Body style number
    2 = Two door hatchback style 07, 08, 77, or 87
    3 = Two door convertible style 67
    71 or 21=Manual seat belts
    2=Active manual belts with driver and passenger inflatable restraint system
    3=Active manual belts with driver-inflatable restraint system
    4=Passive automatic belts
    5=Passive automatic belts with driver inflatable restraint system
    8PLT1 5.7-liter Multiport-Fuel-Injection (MFI) Chevrolet or GM of Canada V8
    JLT5 - 5.7-liter MFI V-8
    9?A check digit that calculates the characters in the serial number and gives it a single digit code and can be used to verify that the serial number is legitimate
    10RThe model year where 1994
    115Bowling Green, KY
    12-17100001 and upproduction sequence for coupes and convertibles
    800001 and upproduction sequence for ZR-1s
  • Corvette engines have the last six digits of the VIN stamped on the block just ahead of the cylinder head on the right-hand side combined with a three-letter engine code suffix
  • Also cast into the top rear of the block is a four-symbol code indicating when the engine was built
    • The first letter of the date code shows the month the block was cast
    • The one or two numbers shows the month
    • The last digit shows the year
  • Engine suffixes:
    CodeEngineHorsepowerCompressionTransmissionFuel SupplyExtra features
    ZWALT1 350-cid300-hp V-810.5:1automaticmulti-port injection 
    ZWBLT1 350-cid300-hp V-810.5:1manualmulti-port injection 
    ZWCLT5 350-cid405-hp V-811.0:1manualmulti-port injection 
  • The 1994 Corvette exterior colors were:
    • 10 = Arctic White
    • 28 = Admiral Blue
    • 41 = Black
    • 43 = Bright Aqua Metallic
    • 45 = Polo Green Metallic
    • 53 = Competition Yellow
    • 66 = Copper Metallic
    • 70 = Torch Red
    • 73 = Black Rose Metallic
    • 75 = Dark Red Metallic
  • Upholstery Codes
    ColorLeather Upholstery
    Black193
    Light Gray143
    Light Blue643
    Red703

IDENTIFICATION

ModelModel No.Body/Style No.Body TypeFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
Coupe1YYY07
2-dr. Hatch Coupe - 2 passenger		$36,185331717,984
Convertible1YYY67
2-dr. Convertible - 2 passenger		$42,96033585,320
ZR-11YZZ07
2-dr. Hatch Coupe - 2 passenger		$67,4433503448

ENGINE

FeatureStandard Engine (RPO LT1)ZR-1 Engine (RPO LT5)
TypeV-8, 90-degree Overhead valveV-8, 90-degree Overhead valve with 4 valves per cylinder and 4 overhead camshafts
BlockCast iron block and aluminum cylinder headCast iron block and aluminum cylinder head
Displacement350 cid (5.7 liters)350 cid (5.7 liters)
Bore & Stroke4.00" x 3.48"4.00" x 3.48"
Compression ratio10.5:111.0:1
Brake horsepower300 @ 5000405 @ 5800 rpm
Torque340 lb-ft @ 3600385 lb-ft @ 5200
Main bearingfivefive
Valve liftershydraulichydraulic
Fuel supplyMulti-port injection (MPI) systemMulti-port injection (MPI) system

TRANSMISSION

Four Speed Turbo Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission (TMH 700-R4) with floor-mounted gear shifter Six-speed Manual with overdrive and floor-mounted gear shifter

CHASSIS

FeatureCoupeConvertibleZR-1
Wheelbase96.2 inches (2.443 m)96.2 inches (2.443 m)96.2 inches (2.443 m)
Overall length178.5 inches (4.534 m)178.5 inches (4.534 m)178.5 inches (4.534 m)
Overall width70.7 inches (1.778 m)70.7 inches (1.778 m)73.1 inches (1.857 m)
Overall height46.3 inches (1.176 m) 46.3 inches (1.176 m)
Front tread57.7 inches (1.466 m)57.7 inches (1.466 m)57.7 inches (1.466 m)
Rear tread59.1 inches (1.501 m)59.1 inches (1.501 m)60.6 inches (1.539 m)
Front TiresP255/45ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GTP255/45ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GTP255/45ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GT
Rear TiresP255/45ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GTP255/45ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GTP315/35ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle GT
Steeringrack and pinion (power assisted)
Front suspensionSingle fiberglass composite monoleaf transverse spring with unequal-length aluminum control arms and stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionFully independent five-link system with transverse fiberglass single-leaf springs, aluminum upper/lower trailing links and strut-rod tie-rod assembly
BrakesAntilock four-wheel power disc
Body constructionFiberglass; separate ladder frame with cross-members
Fuel tank20 US Gal (16.7 Imp Gal) (76 liters)

OPTIONS

RPO AC1Power passenger seat$305
RPO AC3Power driver seat$305
RPO AQ9Sports seats$625
RPO CC2Auxiliary hard-top for convertible$1,995
RPO C2LDual removable roof panels for coupe$950
RPO 245Removable roof panels with blue tint for coupe$650
RPO 64SRemovable roof panels with bronze tint for coupe$650
RPO FX3Electronic Selective Ride & Handling system$1,695
RPO G92Performance axle ratio 3.07:1$50
RPO MN6Six-speed manual transmission -- no-cost option
RPO NG1New York emission requirements$100
RPO UJ6Low tire pressure warning indicator$325
RPO UlFDelco-Bose stereo system with compact disc changer$396
RPO WYSExtended-mobility tires$70
RPO YFSCalifornia emissions requirements$100
RPO Z07Adjustable suspension package for hatchback coupe$2,045
RPO ZR1Special performance package for hatchback coupe$31,258

HISTORICAL NOTES


  • Calendar-year sales totaled 21,839 Corvettes.
  • Model-year production totaled 23,330.

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