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1953–62 C1 Corvette chassis

Schwartz Performance 1953-1962 Corvette G-Machine Chassis

Fits: 1953-62 Chevrolet Corvette (C1)
Type: Full frame
Front suspension: Double A-arm, low-friction joints, splined sway bar, quick-ratio rack
Rear suspension: Multi-link IRS (56" flange, 53" hub-to-hub); Moser 9" available
Engine fit: Most GM engine/trans combos; LS, Gen5 LT, SBC/BBC, Pontiac, Olds mounts
Notes: Up to 345mm rear tires with minitubs

Other C1 Corvette options

Corvette Correction C-1 Frame (Basic Frame / Rolling Chassis Dana 36 / Rolling Chassis Dana 44) $9,950–$18,900 Compare with this
SRIII Motorsports Round Tube Chassis - Stage One (frame only) $11,500 Compare with this
Scott's Hotrods 'N Customs 1953-1962 C1 Corvette Chassis $14,750–$15,650 Compare with this
SRIII Motorsports Round Tube Chassis - Stage Two (with suspension) $19,000–$24,500 Compare with this
Roadster Shop 1953-63 Corvette FASTTRACK $22,495 Compare with this
Roadster Shop 1953-62 Corvette SPEC7 $24,995 Compare with this
Art Morrison Enterprises 1953-1962 Corvette GT Sport Chassis $25,030–$39,235 Compare with this

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