1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines
Keep Your 1954 Chevrolet Corvette in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1954 Chevrolet Corvette looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Lifters and Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $26.87, with a range that starts at $15.99 and goes up to $31.99. With 4 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat and Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac start at just $15.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Ignition Products and Performance Suspension Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1954 Chevrolet Corvette in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1954 Chevrolet Corvette? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Chevrolet Corvette. Whether you’re driving a 1954 model or another popular model year like
2001,
2002,
2003,
2004,
2005,
2006,
2007,
2008, and
2009, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for ’87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6 (Part No.875-1)
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$39.99
Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for ’87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6
Mr. Gasket – Ls1 Late Thermostat (Part No.6367)
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$36.99
Designed to open at 160 degrees every time, regardless of engine rpm, and it’s high-flow design and brass and copper construction eliminate the damaging effects of cycling when you’re stuck in stop-and-go traffic. It includes the rubber gasket and has a pressure relief valve.
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- Opens sooner than stock at 160 degrees
- High flow design for performance applications
- Includes rubber o-ring seal/gasket
- Incorporates pressure relief valve
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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$29.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 180 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)
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$29.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens at 160 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Popular 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Lifter for 1954 Chevrolet Corvettes
Enhance your 1954 Chevrolet Corvette with this popular Performance Engine Valve Lifter we have in stock, for $15.99.
Competition Cams – Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac (Part No.2900-1)
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$15.99
Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
Best-Selling 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
Upgrade your Corvette with one of our 3 best-selling Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, earning an average 4 stars rating across 32 reviews.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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$29.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 180 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)
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$29.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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Product Features:
- Opens at 160 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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Product Features:
- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
FAQs for 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1954 Chevrolet Corvettes?
Out of 4 Performance Engines that fit 1954 Chevrolet Corvettes, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
- Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac (50287860) – $15.99
What’s the price range for 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1954 Chevrolet Corvette range from $15.99 up to $31.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1954 Chevrolet Corvette is $26.87. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Chevrolet Corvette model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?
The cheapest 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines we carry are:
- Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac (50287860) – $15.99
- High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (17360031) – $29.49
- High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (17360033) – $29.99
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1954 Chevrolet models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 3 other popular 1954 Chevrolet models. Some of the most popular are 1954 Bel Air Performance Engines, 1954 Truck Performance Engines, 1954 One-Fifty Series Performance Engines, and 1954 Two-Ten Series Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?
The one 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engine we have in stock is the Performance Series Solid Lifter for Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac. It costs $15.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette:
Can I get help with 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Chevrolet Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.