1993 Corvette Pricing, Factory Options, & Colors

• The base price of the 1993 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe without any optional equipment.
• A 350 cubic inch, 300 horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, removable body-color roof panel, and black cloth seats were included in the base price.
• The base engine for the 1993 Corvette was the LT1, a new generation small block. In 1993 Corvettes, the engine developed 300 horsepower (net) at 5,000 rpms. The engine torque was rated at 340 lbs. -ft at 3,600 rpm. Three changes were made to the engine to make it quieter. First, the heat shield design changed from a single-piece stamping to a two-piece sandwich type that was self damping. Second, new thermostat polyester valve covers with “isolated” mounts replaced 1984-1992 magnesium covers. These covers were isolated from the heads by a gasket in the normal location, but also by gaskets under the heads of mounting hardware. Third, the LT1 camshaft exhaust lobe profile was modified to reduce the exhaust valve closing velocity. Also, a shortening of the inlet duration permitted more duration of the exhaust so there was no increase in overlap area. Emissions and idle quality were not adversely affected.
• The 1993 Corvette was the first automobile sold by General Motors to feature a passive keyless entry (PKE) system.
• The front wheels on the 1993 Corvette were reduced from 9.5 x 17 to 8.5 x 17 and the front tire sizes from P275/40ZR17 to P255/45ZR17. Rear tire size was increased from P275/40ZR17 to P285/40ZR17.
• Although same in design as the previous year, the 1993 Corvette’s wheels had a different surface appearance due to a change in machine finishing.

Base Corvette Convertible (1YY67)

• The base price of the 1993 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible without optional equipment.
• A 350 cubic inch, 300 horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, removable body-color roof panel, and black cloth seats were included in the base price.
• The base engine for the 1993 Corvette was the LT1, a new generation small block. In 1993 Corvettes, the engine developed 300 horsepower (net) at 5,000 rpms. The engine torque was rated at 340 lbs. -ft at 3,600 rpm. Three changes were made to the engine to make it quieter. First, the heat shield design changed from a single-piece stamping to a two-piece sandwich type that was self damping. Second, new thermostat polyester valve covers with “isolated” mounts replaced 1984-1992 magnesium covers. These covers were isolated from the heads by a gasket in the normal location, but also by gaskets under the heads of mounting hardware. Third, the LT1 camshaft exhaust lobe profile was modified to reduce the exhaust valve closing velocity. Also, a shortening of the inlet duration permitted more duration of the exhaust so there was no increase in overlap area. Emissions and idle quality were not adversely affected.
• The 1993 Corvette was the first automobile sold by General Motors to feature a passive keyless entry (PKE) system.
• The front wheels on the 1993 Corvette were reduced from 9.5 x 17 to 8.5 x 17 and the front tire sizes from P275/40ZR17 to P255/45ZR17. Rear tire size was increased from P275/40ZR17 to P285/40ZR17.
• Although same in design as the previous year, the 1993 Corvette’s wheels had a different surface appearance due to a change in machine finishing.

Power Passenger Seat (AC1)

• Optional, six-way, adjustable passenger seat.
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package.

Power Driver Seat (AC3)

• Optional, six-way, adjustable driver seat.
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package

Base Seats, Leather (AR9)

• Leather cover option for the standard, base driver and passenger seats.
• For a small, additional cost, these same seats could be purchased in a white leather finish.

Sports Seat, Leather (AQ9)

• Special sport seats that featured inflatable lumbar support and power-adjusted side bolsters
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package.
• For a small, additional cost, these same seats could be purchased in a white leather finish

Auxiliary Hardtop (convertible) (CC2)

• An optional, removable hardtop.

Dual Removable Roof Panels (coupe) (C2L)

• Included both a tinted, transparent glass top and a painted top.

Removable Roof Panels, blue tint (coupe) (24S)

• Blue tinted removable glass top.

Removable Roof Panels, bronze tint (coupe) (64S)

• Bronze tinted removable glass top.

Electronic Air Conditioning Control (C68)

• Air conditioning system electronic control unit.

Selective Ride & Handling, Electronic (FX3)

• Electronically controlled suspension with manual ride selection.
• FX3 provided three variations of suspension control regulated by a console switch.
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package.

Performance Axle Ratio (G92)

• Optional performance axle ratio of 3.07:1 or 3.33:1.
• Was only offered when the Corvette was ordered with an automatic transmission.
• The actual “Performance Axle Ratio” varied from year to year. The G92 Option was available when ordering either the Corvette or the Camaro throughout the 1980’s and early ’90’s.

6-Speed Manual Transmission (MN6)

• An optional, no-cost, 6-speed manual transmission.
• The six-speed manual transmission was designed jointly by ZF (Zahnradfabrik Friedrichshafen) and Chevrolet and was initially built by ZF in Germany.
• A computer-aided gear selection feature bypassed second and third gears (and locked out fifth and sixth) for improved fuel economy when a series of low performance criteria were met.

California Emission Requirements (NN5)

• Revised emission/exhaust components to meet California Emission standards

Low Tire Pressure Warning Indicator (UJ6)

• Low tire/air pressure monitoring and warning system.
• Sensors strapped to each side of the inside of each wheel sent a radio signal to a instrument-panel receiver if pressure in any tire dropped below a preset limit.
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package.

Stereo System, Delco-Bose (UU8)

• 200 watt Delco Bose AM/FM stereo radio with cassette.
• A power delay feature was added to all models which permitted the stereo system and power windows to operate after the ignition was switched to “off” or “lock”. Power was cut after the driver’s door was opened or after 15 minutes, whichever came first.
• The AM band for radios was expanded to receive more frequencies.

Stereo System with CD, Delco-Bose (U1F)

• 200 watt Delco Bose AM/FM stereo radio with compact disc player.
• This option was included as part of the ZR1 package.
• To discourage theft, the CD player required an electronic security code input after battery disconnect.
• A power delay feature was added to all models which permitted the stereo system and power windows to operate after the ignition was switched to “off” or “lock”. Power was cut after the driver’s door was opened or after 15 minutes, whichever came first.

Luggage Rack (convertible) (V56)

• Optional luggage rack that was mounted to the rear decklid of the Corvette convertible.

Adjustable Suspension Package (coupe) (Z07)

• Heavy Duty Suspension with Ride Control Selection.
• This option included RPO FX3, heavy-duty suspension and heavy-duty brakes. Available with both automatic and manual transmissions.
• Intended for aggressive driving or competition, the Z07 option was limited to coupes.

40th Anniversary Package (Z25)

• A special edition package offered for the Corvette’s 40th Anniversary.
• This package included Ruby Red metallic exterior paint and Ruby Red leather sports seats.
• Included in the package was a power driver seat.
• Special wheel center trim and emblems were also included.
• It was offered on all packages – coupes, convertibles, and even on the ZR-1.

Special Performance Package (coupe) (ZR1)

• Extensive performance upgrades to the base model Corvette.
• The ZR1 option included unique bodywork (doors, rear quarters, rocker panels, rear fascia, and rear upper panel.)
• ZR1 optioned Corvettes were fitted with special Goodyear Z-rated P315/35ZR17 tires that were mated to 11-inch wide rear rims.
• The ZR1 option included a number of other RPO’s (normally listed separately) including: Power Passenger Seats (AC1), Power Driver Seats (AC3), Sports Seats, Leather (AQ9), Electronic Air Conditioning Control (C68), Selective Ride and Handling, electronic (FX3), Stereo System with CD, Delco Bose (U1F), and Low
• Tire Pressure Warning Indicators (UJ6) and a specially laminated “solar” windshield were included.
• Additionally, the six-speed manual transmission (MN6) was required.
• Horsepower increased for the optional ZR-1’s LT-5 engine from 375 horsepower to 405 horsepower. This increase was the result of modifications to the cylinder heads and valve train. Other changes included 4-bolt main bearings, a Mobil-1 synthetic oil requirement, platinum-tipped spark plugs, and an electrical, linear exhaust gas recirculation system for improved emission control.
• Despite its similar appearance to the 1993 LT1 Corvette, the ZR-1 still received unique doors and rear body panels to accept the 11-inch wide rear wheels. The high mount center stop lamp for the 1993 ZR-1s continued to be roof mounted.
• The LT5 Engines were assembled by Mercury Marine in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and were then shipped to the Corvette plant in Bowling Green Kentucky for ZR1 Corvette assembly.
• Chevrolet service departments returned LT5 engines to Mercury Marine for certain repairs. Customers were given the choice of a replacement engine or return of their original engine, if repairable.
• The ZR1 option was only available in the coupe bodystyle.

Notes

• All leather seats in 1993 Corvettes had “40th” Anniversary embroidery in the headrest. The base black cloth seats did not include any embroidery.
• 1993 was the last model year in which a Corvette could be ordered with the no-cost base model black cloth seats. Of all the Corvettes built in 1993, only 426 featured the cloth seats.

1993 Corvette Exterior & Interior Colors

Color Options

CODE	EXTERIOR	TOTAL	SOFT TOP	INTERIOR COLOR OPTIONS
10	Arctic White	3,031	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, Red, White
41	Black	2,684	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, Red, White
43	Bright Aqua Metallic	1,305	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, White
45	Polo Green II Metallic	2,189	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, White
53	Competition Yellow	517	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, White
68	Ruby Red	6,749	Ruby Red	Ruby Red
70	Torch Red	3,172	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, Red, White
73	Black Rose Metallic	935	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, White
75	Dark Red Metallic	325	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, White
80	Quasar Blue Metallic	683	Beige, Black, White	Black, Light Beige, Light Grey, White

Exterior Colors

Interior Colors

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