1956 Corvette Identification Numbers




VIN Tag Information
E56S001001 - E56S004467
Digit Definition
1st E = Series / Model = 2934 / Corvette
2nd / 3rd 56 = Model Year
4th S = Assembly Plant = St. Louis, MO.
Last 6 digits Production Number starting with 001001 - 004467.

Engine Suffix ID Numbers
FG: 265ci, 225hp, (automatic transmission)
FK: 265ci, 210hp, (automatic transmission)
GR: 265ci, 225hp (manual transmission)
GU: 265ci, 240hp (manual transmission)
GV: 265ci, 210hp (manual transmission)

Block ID Numbers
3720991: All Engines

Head ID Numbers
3725306: 265ci, 210hp, 225hp (2-bolt exhaust manifolds)
3731762: 265ci, 225hp, 240hp (3-bolt exhaust manifolds)

Carburetor ID Numbers
Carter 2362S #3720953: 265ci, 225hp, 240hp (rear carburetor)
Carter 2366SA #3733246: 265ci, 210hp)
Carter 2419S #3730599: 265ci, 225hp, 240hp (front carburetor)

Distributor ID Numbers
1110872: 265ci, 225hp (early production)
1110879: 265ci, 225hp (late production)

Generator ID Numbers
1102043: All Engines

Starter ID Numbers
1107627: 265ci, 195hp (first design)
1107645: 265ci, 195hp (second design)
1108035: 235ci, 155hp (6-cylinder)