In this article, we’ll continue our look at Corvette production numbers through the generations with the 1968-1982 models. This 14-year time span was the longest for any Corvette generation to date. Corvette team designers did a commendable job freshening the car from it’s early “chrome bumper” stage from 1968-1972 periodically until the final, lower production (in anticipation of the C4) 1982. Notable models during this generation include the competition-ready 1968-69 L88, the well-balanced 1970-72 LT-1, the last convertible model until the introduction of the C4 (1975), the base model 1976 Corvette with only 165 emissions-controlled horses, the Silver Anniversary (pictured) and Indianapolis Pace Cars of 1978 and the hatchback-glass equipped 1982 Collector Edition.
TOTAL542,861
| Model Year | Coupe | Convertible | Hardtop | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 9936 | 18630 | 28566 | |
| 1969 | 22129 | 16633 | 38762 | |
| 1970 | 10668 | 6648 | 17316 | |
| 1971 | 14680 | 7121 | 21801 | |
| 1972 | 20496 | 6508 | 27004 | |
| 1973 | 25521 | 4943 | 30464 | |
| 1974 | 32028 | 5474 | 37502 | |
| 1975 | 33836 | 4629 | 38465 | |
| 1976 | 46558 | 46558 | ||
| 1977 | 49213 | 49213 | ||
| 1978 | 46776 | 46776 | ||
| 1979 | 53807 | 53807 | ||
| 1980 | 40614 | 40614 | ||
| 1981 | 40606 | 40606 | ||
| 1982 | 25407 | 25407 | ||
What I find interesting is the 500,000th Corvette was built in 77 and the 500,000th C3 was also built during this production run in 1880-81.
Not much mention of that car though! I’d like to see where is it. Anybody know?
Great Information guys, Thanks for posting.
I don’t find any info on that one in the Black Book. Maybe the Corvette Museum would have an idea.
I own a 75 corvette, I do not have the original engine in her, but is there somewhere else I can find the production or creation date of my vette? Thanks
We offer the Black Book that has a lot of information like so. https://https://www.corvettecentral.com/accessory/books-1/coffee-table-historical-book/1953-to-2018-corvette-black-book-111930?
Inside your drivers door there is a metal tag. It will have the Paint code i.e. 13L it will also have a Letter and two numbers I.e. J03 July 3rd. The letter of for the month starts with: A for Jan, B for Feb etc. hope that helps.
I own a 1974 convertible. How do I find out more about her and get a copy of window sticker and build sheet
Todd –
For a window sticker – go here:
http://www.window-sticker.com/
You will answer a series of questions about the engine, trans and options on your vehicle.
The build sheet is a bit more work.
The original sticker is (hopefully still) glued to the top left of the fuel tank. Retrieval will require removal of the fuel tank.
The Corvette Museum could possibly help if your original is missing. http://www.corvettemuseum.com/
Other sources of information:
http://www.corvetteforum.com
http://www.ncrs.org
http://www.digitalcorvettes.com
If you plan on doing work (or having it done) to your Corvette, a Chassis Service Guide is essential – 113056 $34.95.
I’d also strongly suggest an Assembly Instruction Manual 113081 $24.95 – this is hundreds of exploded views showing how every nut and bolt was to be assembled at the factory. Having this book will make it much easier later when you call our product assistance department.