1955 Corvette Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN)
| VIN Range | VE55S001001 – VE55S001700 |
| V (First Digit) | Identifies the installation of a V-8 engine. For 6 cylinders, the “V” is omitted. |
| E (Second Digit) | General Motors Identification Code for Chevy Corvette. |
| 55 (Second & Third Digits) | Model Year |
| S (Fifth Digit) | Location of the Assembly Plant. S – St. Louis, Missouri. |
| 00XXXX (Sixth thru Eleventh Digits) | Production Sequence Numbers |
The last three digits begin at 1001 and run thru 1,700, accounting for each of the 700 Corvettes built-in 1955. Each Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is unique to an individual car. For all 1955 Corvettes, the location of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the driver-side doorpost. The VIN is also stamped on several locations on the Corvette frame.
