1968 Chevrolet Impala
The '68 Impala Convertible.

1968 Chevrolet Impala

Again in 1968 the Impala was Chevrolet's top selling full size series. It had the same look as other full size vehicles but the Impala had a formal top roofline option. This option came as a fastback or a coach style top. Standard equipment was the same as the Chevrolet Bel Air but included more bright moldings and had an overall more expensive luxury look.      

1968 Chevrolet Impala Specifications

Model Number Body/Style Number Body Type & Seating Factory Price Shipping Weight Total Production
Impala Series 63 - Six-Cyl
63 69 4 dr Sedan - 6P $2,846 3,513 lbs 11,400 Total 7,700 Station Wagons
63 39 4 dr Hardtop - 6P $2,917 3,601 lbs
63 87 2 dr Hardtop - 6P $2,663 3,663 lbs
Impala Series 64 - V-8
64 69 4 dr Sedan - 6P $2,951 3,623 lbs 699,500 Total 167,900 Station Wagons 24,730 Convertibles
64 39 4 dr Hardtop - 6P $3,022 3,711 lbs
64 87 2 dr Hardtop - 6P $2,968 3,623 lbs
64 47 2 dr Formal Top - 6P $3,021 3,628 lbs
64 67 2 dr Convertible - 6P $3,197 3,677 lbs
64 45 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P $3,358 4,042 lbs
64 35 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P $3,345 3,984 lbs

Model Series Identification

Impala & Impala Custom Six-Cyl - 16300 Impala & Impala Custom V-8 - 16400

Chassis Data

Model Wheelbase Overall Length Width Front Tread Rear Tread Tires
Chevrolet 119 in 215 in 80 in 62.5 in 62.4 in 8.25 x 14
Chevrolet Convertible 119 in 215 in 80 in 62.5 in 62.4 in 8.25 x 14
Chevrolet Station Wagon 119 in 214 in 80 in 62.5 in 62.4 in 8.55 x14

1968 Chevrolet Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl. Corvair-- Stamped on top of the block ahead of generator oil filter adapter. 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.
Letter Code Engine Horsepower Torque Transmission Carburetor
CA 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CB (t) 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CC 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CJ 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CK 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CL (t) (p) 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
CM 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CN 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CQ 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
CR 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
CS (p) 6-250 155 235 Manual 3-Speed 1 BC
CT(p) 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
DH 8-307 200 300 Powerglide 2 BC
DK 8-307 200 300 Turbo Hydra-Matic 2 BC
DO 8-307 200 300 Manual 3-Speed 2 BC
DP 8-307 200 300 Manual 4-Speed 2 BC
DQ 8-307 200 300 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 2 BC
DR 8-307 200 300 Powerglide 2 BC
DS 8-307 200 300 Turbo Hydra-Matic 2 BC
HA 8-327 275 355 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
HB 8-327 275 355 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
HC 8-327 275 355 Powerglide 4 BC
HF 8-327 275 355 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
HG 8-327 275 355 Powerglide 4 BC
HH 8-327 275 355 Powerglide 4 BC
HK 8-327 275 355 Powerglide 4 BC
HI 8-327 250 355 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
HJ 8-327 250 355 Powerglide 4 BC
HL 8-327 250 355 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
HM 8-327 250 355 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
HN 8-327 250 355 Powerglide 4 BC
IA 8-396 325 410 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
IB 8-427 385 460 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
IC 8-427 385 460 Manual 4 BC
ID 8-427 425 # 460 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
IE 8-427 385 460 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
IF 8-396 325 410 Heavy-Duty Manual 4 BC
IG 8-396 325 410 Powerglide 4 BC
IV 8-396 325 410 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
IH 8-427 385 460 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
IJ 8-427 385 460 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
IK 8-396 325 410 Manual 4 BC
IN 8-396 325 410 Powerglide 4 BC
IO 8-427 425 # 460 Manual 3 & 4-Speed 4 BC
IS 8-427 385 460 Turbo Hydra-Matic 4 BC
Notes: # Special High Performance (p) Police (t) Taxi

1968 Chevrolet Impala Options

Description Description
Dual Stage Air Cleaner Power Steering
Four Season Air Conditioning Power Tailgate Window
Comfort-On automatic Temperature Control Air Conditioning Power Windows
Positraction Rear Axle Heavy-Duty Radiator
Station Wagon Load Area Carpeting Push-Button AM Radio w/ Antenna
Heavy-Duty Chassis Equipment Push-Button AM/FM Radio w/ Antenna
Electric Clock AM/FM Radio & Stereo Tape System w/ Four Speakers
Heavy-Duty Clutch Vinyl Top
Rear Window Defroster Cloth Strato-Back Seats
Turbo-Fire "327" - 250-hp Strato-Back Bucket Seats
Turbo-Fire "327" - 275-hp Superlift Shock Absorbers
Turbo-Jet "396" - 325-hp Superlift Shock Absorbers w/ Automatic Level Control
Turbo-Jet "427" - 385-hp Cruise Master Speed Control
Turbo-Jet "427" - 425-hp Rear Fender Skirts
Dual Exhaust Speed Warning Indicator
Tinted Windshield Deluxe Steering Wheel
Tinted Windows (all glass) Comfort-Tilt Steering Wheel
Retractable Headlights (Caprice) Sport Steering Wheel
Headrests Front & Rear Special Purpose Suspension
Special Instrumentation (ammeter, oil press., temp., tach., clock) Overdrive
Remote Control Left Outside Rearview Mirror Powerglide Transmission
Rooftop Luggage Rack (fixed) 4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio)
Rooftop Luggage Rack (adjustable) Heavy-Duty 4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio)
Power Rear Antenna 4-Speed Manual Transmission (wide-ratio)
Power Drum Brakes Turbo Hydra-Matic Transmission
Power Disc Brakes (includes 15-inch wheels, tires, hubs) All Vinyl Interior Trim
Power Door Lock System Wheel Covers (standard)
Six-Way Power Seat Mag-Style Wheel Covers
Four-Way Power Seat Rallye Wheels
Appearance Guard Group Convenience Operating Group
Auxiliary Lighting Group Decor Group
Impala SS 427 Option Impala Super Sport Option

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: Stamped on differential carrier (along with date of manufacture) or on the axle tube near carrier.
Codes - Non-Locking Codes - Locking Ratio
DA, GQ DG, GR 3.08
DB, EU DI, GU 3.36
DC, DQ, EO, GP DJ, DK, GV, GX 3.55
DD, DE, GI DH, GH, GJ 3.31
EM, EN, GA, GS DF, GF, GT, GW 3.07
EK, EX DL, EY 3.70
EL DM 3.73
  DN 4.10
  DO 4.56
  DP 4.88
DZ, EP, EZ, GK DX, DY, EQ, GM 2.73
EA, FT ED, FV, FW, FX 2.56
FD FE 2.29
Manufacturer Identity
B - Buick C - Chevrolet Buffalo
O - Oldsmobile K - GM of Canada, St. Catharines
P - Pontiac M - GM of Canada
G - Chevrolet Gear & Axle  
   
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