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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 |
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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