The Corvette received a bold new look in 1968.

1968 Chevrolet Corvette

The all new 1968 Corvette sported a sweeping new design change from previous Corvettes. The all new styling resembled Chevrolet's Mako Shark II concept car and was a bold new look. The new Corvette also introduced hidden windshield wipers and removable T-tops on Coupe models. A new three speed automatic transmission replaced the previous two-speed unit.

Under the hood, the Corvette gained several interesting engine options, including the 327 cid V8 L79 rated at 350 hp, and the L89 aluminum head option for the L71. The rare L88 engine option was still available for a whopping $1,032, and just 115 were sold.

The 427 engine option remained a popular choice among performance seekers. Identifying the 427, was a special domed hood that allowed for engine clearance. Mandatory options included an aluminum radiator, heavy duty brakes, and the Muncie M-22 transmission. Luxury options such as Power windows, power steering, and radios were not available. Corvette production rose to a new all-time high of 28,566 units.

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Production Numbers

Chassis Data

VIN Numbers

Serial Numbers were stamped on a plate on the left front door hinge pillar (center pillar on Corvair). The Fisher Body number plate on the right-hand side of the cowl gives additional information such as the body style number, the production sequence number, the trim (upholstery) number code and the paint number code. Also the serial number was on the top of the dash, left side, visible thru windshield.

First Symbol - Manufacturer 1 = Chevrolet

Second & Third Symbol - Series 01 = Corvair 500 six-cylinder 33 = Chevelle 300 Deluxe/Std. El Camino/Custom Nomad six-cylinder 05 = Corvair Monza six-cylinder 34 = Chevelle 300 Deluxe/Std. El Camino/Custom Nomad V-8 07 = Corvair Corsa six-cylinder 35 = Chevelle Malibu/Custom El Camino six-cylinder 11 = Chevy II four-cylinder 36 = Chevelle Malibu/Custom El Camino V-8 R12 = Corvir Forward Control six-cylinder 37 = Chevelle Concours six-cylinder 13 = Chevy II Nova six-cylinder 38 = Chevelle Concours/Super Sport/El Camino SS V-8 14 = Chevy II Nova V-8 53 = Biscayne six-cylinder 15 = Chevy II Nova exc. Super Sport six-cylinder 54 = Biscayne V-8 16 = Chevy II Nova exc. Super Sport V-8 55 = Bel Air six cylinder 17 = Chevy II Nova Super Sport 56 = Bel Air V-8 18 = Chevy II Nova Super Sport 63 = Impala six-cylinder 23 = Camaro six-cylinder 64 = Impala V-8 24 = Camaro V-8 66 = Caprice 25 = Deluxe Camaro 67 = Impala Super Sport six-cylinder 26 = Deluxe Camaro 68 = Impala Super Sport V-8 31 = Chevelle 300/Std. Nomad six-cylinder 94 = Corvette 32 = Chevelle 300/Std. Nomad V-8

Fourth & Fifth Symbol - Body Style 11 = two-door sedan 39 = four-door hardtop or sport sedan 15 = two-door station wagon 6p 45 = four-door station wagon 9p 17 = two-door hardtop 47 = two-door hardtop 27 = two-door sedan 67 = convertible 35 = four-door station wagon 6p 69 = four-door sedan 37 = two-door hardtop or sport coupe 87 = two-door hardtop

Sixth Symbol - Last Digit Of The Model Year 8 = 1968

Seventh Symbol - Assembly Plant (A) Atlanta, Georgia (P) Pontiac, Michigan (B) Baltimore, Maryland (R) Arlington, Texas (C) Southgate, California (S) St. Louis, Missouri (D) Doraville, Wisconsin (T) Tarrytown, New York (F) Flint, Michigan (U) Lordstown, Ohio (G) Framingham, Massachusetts (W) Willow Run, Michigan (J) Janesville, Wisconsin (Y) Wilmington, Delaware (K) Kansas City, Missouri (Z) Fremont, California (L) Los Angeles, California (1) Oshawa, Ontario, Canada (N) Norwood, Ohio (2) St. Therese, Quebec, Canada

Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence Started at 100001

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Options

NOTES:

• (A85) Convertible only. Shoulder Belts were included with Coupes at no charge.

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.

# Special High Performance
* = High Performance

Transmission Codes

*Overdrive distinguished from 3-Speed by physical appearance only. The above transmissions (exc. Warner Gear) will carry a production code number such as: C1116N (C = Cleveland Powerglide, 11 = November, 16 = 16th, N = Night Shift). The Warner Gear transmissions will carry a production code number such as: WG1031 (W = Warner Gear 4-Spd., G = July, 10 = 10th, 7 = 1967, 1 = First Shift).

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code	Color Image	Color Name / Code	Color Image
900 - Tuxedo Black Lucite® Code - 88L Dulux® Code - 93-005		983 - British Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4949L Dulux® Code - 4949D
972 - Polar White Lucite® Code - 4714L		984 - Safari Yellow Lucite® Code - 4906L Dulux® Code - 4906D
974 - Rally Red Lucite® Code - 4688LH Dulux® Code - 93-97541H		986 - Silverstone Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 4907L Dulux® Code - 4907D
976 - Le Mans Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4908L Dulux® Code - 4908D		988 - Cordovan Maroon (metallic) Lucite® Code - 4915LH Dulux® Code - 4915DM
978 - International Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4909L Dulux® Code - 4909D		992 - Corvette Bronze Metallic Lucite® Code - 4910LH Dulux® Code - 4910DH
NOTES: The first letter of a two-letter paint code identifies the body color. The second letter identifies the roof color. (For example, the combination RA on a Chevrolet would indicate the body finished in Matador Red and the roof area in Tuxedo Black.) General Motors paint code plate for all models except Corvair and Corvette is located under the hood at the top of the firewall on the left or right of the upper shroud. Corvair paint code plate is on the left cross-rail in the engine compartment. Corvette paint code plate is on the instrument panel brace, below the glove compartment.

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Interior Paint Codes

Color Name / Code	Color Image	Color Name / Code	Color Image
Tobacco Lucite® Code - 9543L (semi-gloss)		Dark Orange Metallic Lucite® Code - 9544L (semi-gloss)
Gunmetal Metallic Lucite® Code - 9542L (semi-gloss)
		Dark Red Lucite® Code - 9545LH (semi-gloss)
Medium Bright Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 9540L (semi-gloss)		Black Lucite® Code - 88L (semi-gloss)
Dark Bright Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 9541L (semi-gloss)
NOTE: Unpolished LUCITE® will generally produce a gloss comparable to original interior semi-gloss finishes. If lower gloss is required, use 1/2 oz. DuPont #4528 flattening compound to a pint of unreduced color.

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.