[PDF]Chevrolet Corvette Car Brochure (1973)

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The Corvette for 1973. Of all the owners of all
the cars built in America, only the owners of
Corvettes wave to each other.


Maybe they know something you should.


Whatever it is, they know they're driving one of
the most desirable cars ever built.


Because when they pull up to a trattic light, heads
turn. And when they pass a passerby, eyes follow.


The Vette is that kind of car. The kind that brings
out the driver in you. And it does that very well,
thank you. It lets you know it with more gauges
than most cars.(But with less than most airplanes.)


It all started in 1953. As soon as you saw that
feisty little white convertible with the screened-
in headlights, you knew this was the start of
something special. It's been that way ever since.
When Chevrolet introduces something new,
Corvettes usually have it first.


But it also has a lot that's all its own. Like disc
brakes at all four wheels. And independent
suspension at all four corners. And headlights
that tuck out of sight. And bucket seats that hold
just two.


And it keeps getting better all the time. For 19’73,
there's a new air-induction hood and a new front
end featuring a resilient body-color bumper.
There are steel guard rails in the doors. New body
mounts and improved acoustical materials

for a smoother, quieter ride. New versions of

the 350- and 454-cubic-inch V8s. And GR70-

15 radial-ply tires.


The "73 Corvette Stingray. A true production
sports car.


And made in U.S.A.


No other sports car can make that statement.


Cover and right: ‘73 Corvette Stingray Coupe.
Also shown at right is the 1953 Corvette.


Copyright 1972 Chevrolet Motor Division, General Motors Corporation.


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20 Years Young and Still Going
Strong. The '73 Corvette is designed
to make everyday driving a little
more fun. And weekend trips a little
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way right from the beginning.
The aerodynamic design and
advanced engineering are very
much in evidence in the '73. But


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think you'll appreciate. For example: rear window stays neatly in place.
The Corvette Stingray Coupe still And Corvette’s new parking and

has twin roof panels that open to the marker lights have been highlighted
sun and stow neatly away in pouches in chrome. But, let's face it. Witha

in the luggage area. Only now the car like this, everything's a highlight.


Many Options and Custom Features are available for Corvette. Most are illustrated and/or described in this catalog.





The Corvette Stingray Convertible
makes being under the weather a
pleasure. All you have to do with the
folding top is unlatch it, raise it, drop it,
snap it and forget it. The deck cover
covers it all. Top available in both
black and white.


You can also order a removable hard-
top. It's well worth having. For winter,
for variety and for saving your

folding top for a sunny day.


The Corvette Instrument Panel is
more like a cockpit than a dashboard.
Left to right: a big speedometer and an
equally big tachometer. The five other
gauges tell you the coolant temperature,
oil pressure, amperage, fuel level and
the time. Above the gauges on the con-
sole, controls for the windshield washers
and wipers. Below, heating and venti-
lating controls. Within easy reach is the
AM/FM radio or AM/FM/Stereo radio
you can order. With one speaker for
you. And one for your co-pilot.





The Standard Corvette Interior is up
to pretty high standards.

The high-backed contoured bucket
seats are virtually handmade. They're
cushioned with thick foam and have
built-in head restraints. Fold either seat
forward and you're into Corvette's
fully carpeted, illuminated luggage
area. Two storage compartments are
concealed behind the seats. A third
compartment conceals the battery. The
remainder of the passenger area is
trimmed in rich padded vinyl with deep
twist carpeting on the floor. Available
in black, blue, medium saddle, dark
saddle and red.


The Available Custom Corvette
Interior (shown at left). The seat panels
are genuine leather with matching
vinyl trim. There are wood-grained
vinyl accents on the doors and console.
Underfoot, deep cut-pile nylon car-
peting. You're literally riding in the lap
of luxury. Black, medium saddle or


dark saddle.





Standard Features. You'll find a lot on
Corvette that you won't find in one car
anywhere else. Here are some we think
you'll find especially interesting:


1. Removable roof panels on the
coupe lift off and tuck away in the
luggage area to let the sunshine in.
Soft-Ray tinted glass is standard

on both coupe and convertible
models. It’s like looking at the world
through Corvette-colored glasses.


2. Corvette power teams are known
for their efficient performance. For ‘73,
all engines operate on regular, no-
lead or low-lead fuels. All feature
valve-in-head design’ and exhaust
valve rotators. There’s an Air Injec-
tion Reactor and new Exhaust

Gas Recirculation system. New
mufflers are larger for quieter opera-
tion. Also included as standard
equipment with all power teams: A
fully synchronized 4-Speed trans-
mission. Positraction rear axle. Full
dual exhaust system. A high-output
Delcotron generator. And a sealed
side-terminal energizer-type battery.


3. The new stronger front bumper
(which surrounds the new die-cast
aluminum grille) has a special
mounting. The bumper outer cover is
the same color as the body and is made
of resilient urethane to resist dents and
prevent rust.


4. New GR70-15 steel-belted radial
ply blackwall tires are standard.
White stripe radials are also avail-
able. (White lettered radials will be
available at mid-year.) Radials run
cooler for improved durability. They
help give a softer, quieter ride at
highway speed.


5. The new domed air induction hood
improves high-output engine operation.
It hides the wiper blades, too. Just
between the hood and the windshield.


6. Corvette’s 4-wheel independent
suspension includes new shocks and
springs to shrug off bumps. Body
mounts are new for a smoother,
quieter ride with reduced noise,
vibration and harshness. Improved
acoustical materials and applica-
tions make for quieter riding. All in
all, the '73 Vette is a ‘‘tuned”
vehicle. With sound levels that
have been reduced.


Also standard: Steel-reinforced fiber-
glass body. All-welded ladder-type
frame. Four-wheel disc brakes.
Four-wheel independent suspension.
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Available Features. You get a lot
without asking when you ask fora
Corvette. But there’s also a lot you can
do to custom tailor it. For example:


1. Removable hardtop for convertible
models. If you're having trouble de-
ciding between open-air summer fun
and buttoned-up winter practicality,
why not have the best of both worlds?
The available hardtop gives youa warm
feeling during cold weather, while
you make it easy on your folding top.
Neat looking, too. Order to match the
exterior color. Or there’s an available
black vinyl roof cover you can order.


2. Power windows. Let your finger do
the window raising and lowering.
Switches are mounted on the center
console.


3. Custom wheel covers. Distinctive
appearance, available to dress up your
wheels.


4. Tilt-telescoping steering wheel. Ideal
for long trips and drivers of any shape
or size. Just get in, flick the lever and
slide the wheel in front of you. Then you
lock it into any one of seven positions
that feels most comfortable.


5. Air conditioning/heating/ventilating
system. One of the most sophisticated
systems available in any sports car.


6. AM/FM/Stereo radio. Receives FM
Stereo broadcasts for long distances
with its 16-transistor 9-diode circuitry.
AM monaural, plus FM monaural. Two
speakers, fixed height rear antenna.
Full ignition shielding.


AM/FM radio. Monaural AM and FM.
Same features as above, but without
FM Stereo.


3-range Turbo Hydra-matic transmis-
sion can be ordered with all engines.


Power steering. With fast steering ratio
for quick response.


Power brakes. Retain excellent disc
brake feel while lessening effort.


Rearview mirror and maplight combi-
nation.


Also available, factory installed: Rear
window defogger. Heavy-duty battery
(included with 454-cu.-in. engine).
Custom Deluxe shoulder belts (standard
on coupe).


Available from your dealer: Non-vented
locking gas cap. Compass. Infant
safety carrier. Rear deck luggage
carrier. Front antenna. Right-hand mir-
ror. Hand spotlight. Fire extinguisher.


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ENGINES TRANSMISSIONS








STANDARD ENGINE
190 hp @ 4400 RPM*
Turbo-Fire 350-4 V8








AVAILABLE ENGINES
250 hp @ 5200 RPM*


Turbo-Fire Special
350-4 V8
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275 hp @ 4400 RPM* | 4.Speed (2.52:1 low) | 3.08 :
wee 4-Speed (2.20:1 low) | 3.36
(RPO LS4) Turbo Hydra-matic 2





*Net horsepower ratings, in accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers standards, represent the power output
of engines as installed in the automobile.


All 1973 Corvette engines are equipped with advanced exhaust emission control systems, and are designed to operate
efficiently on all regular grade gasolines including low-lead or no-lead. In addition to the lower exhaust emissions
attainable, there are benefits in longer life for your spark plugs, exhaust system and other engine components. If these
no-lead, low-lead gasolines are not available, any leaded regular grade gasoline with a research octane number
of 91 or higher may be used.





Corporation, Detroit, Michigan 48202. Litho in U.S.A.





September, 1972


All illustrations and specifications contained in this literature are based on the latest product information available
at the time of publication approval. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice in prices, colors,
materials, equipment, specifications and models, and to discontinue models. Chevrolet Motor Division, General Motors


Exterior Dimensions.


Wheelbase 98”
Length (overall) 184.7”
Width (overall) 69.0”
Height (loaded) Coupe 47.7"

Convertible 47.9”
Tread—Front 58.7”
Tread—Rear 59,5"


Exterior Colors.


Corvette Medium Blue Metallic (New)
Corvette Dark Blue Metallic (New)
Corvette Blue/Green Metallic (New)
Corvette Orange Metallic (New)
Corvette Silver Metallic (New)
Corvette Yellow (New)

Corvette Yellow Metallic (New)

Mille Miglia Red

Elkhart Green

Classic White


Safety and Security Features:


Occupant Protection Features.
Single-buckle seat belts and shoulder
belts (except convertible) with push-
button buckles and retractors for
driver and passenger (with reminder
light and buzzer). Built-in head
restraints. Energy-absorbing steering
column. Passenger-guard door locks.
Safety door latches and hinges.
Folding seat back latches. Energy-
absorbing padded instrument panel.
Contoured windshield header (except
convertible). Thick-laminate wind-
shield. Padded sun visors. Safety
armrests. Safety steering wheel. Side-
guard beams.


Accident Prevention Features.
Side marker lights and reflectors
(front side marker lights flash with
direction signal). Parking lights that
illuminate with headlights. Four-way
hazard warning flasher. Backup
lights. Lane-change feature in direc-
tion signal control. Windshield de-
froster, washers and dual-speed
wipers. Wide-view inside day-night
mirror (vinyl-edged, shatter-resistant
glass and deflecting support). Out-
side rearview mirror. Dual master
cylinder brake system with warning
light. Starter safety switch. Improved
bumper system.


Anti-Theft Features. Anti-theft
ignition key warning buzzer. Anti-
theft steering column lock. Anti-theft
audio alarm system.





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