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| The newly designed 1968 Dodge Coronet |
1968 Dodge Coronet
1968 included a new restyled design for the Dodge Coronet which proved to be popular for Dodge even through out the years. The Coronet offered a full range of body models from hardtops and convertibles to sedans and station wagons; 16 colors and a multitude of engine options.
The sportiest Coronet, the Coronet R/T included many standard features such as a 440-cid 375 hp 4 bbl V8 engine, Dual exhausts, Heavy Duty Suspension package, Heavy Duty Brakes, and F70 x 14 tires. For an extra $457-$712 426-cid Hemi engine could be purchased with 425 bhp @ 5000 rpm and 490 lbs-ft of torque.
During the middle of the year, Dodge offered the Super Bee which was based on the Coronet 440 coupe. It offered a 383-cid 335 hp V8 engine with a 4-speed Hurst "Competition Plus" 4-speed floor shifter transmission. Additional features of the Super Bee included bench seat interior, dual exhaust, bumblebee striping and a bulged hood.
Also new for 1968 is the Coronet 500 Station Wagon, priced below the Impala and Galaxie 500 wagons. Standard equipment includes Two-way tailgate, carpet flooring, wood-grain side panel while an extra cost for additional equipment includes an electric rear window, electric rear window washer, power seats, and automatic speed control.
1968 Dodge Coronet Factory Specifications & Production
| Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price |
Factory Price (V8) |
Shipping Weight (6-cyl) |
Shipping Weight (V8) |
Total Production |
| Coronet Deluxe Series | |||||||
| WL | 41 | 4 dr Sedan - 6P | $2,499 | $2,593 | 3,070 lbs | 3,235 lbs | Note 1 |
| WL | 21 | 2 dr Sedan - 6P | $2,461 | $2,555 | 3,045 lbs | 3,210 lbs | Note 1 |
| WL | 45 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,816 | $2,910 | 3,455 lbs | 3,590 lbs | Note 2 |
| Coronet 400 Series | |||||||
| WH | 41 | 4 dr Sedan - 6P | $2,577 | $2,683 | 3,060 lbs | 3,225 lbs | Note 3 |
| WH | 23 | 2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P | $2,601 | $2,707 | 3,065 lbs | 3,235 lbs | Note 3 |
| WH | 45 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,898 | $3,004 | 3,495 lbs | 3,605 lbs | Note 2 |
| WH | 46 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P | - | $3,114 | - | 3,705 lbs | Note 2 |
| Coronet 500 Series | |||||||
| WP | 41 | 4 dr Sedan - 6P | - | $2,886 | - | 3,235 lbs | Note 4 |
| WP | 23 | 2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P | - | $2,836 | - | 3,280 lbs | Note 4 |
| WP | 27 | 2 dr Convertible - 6P | - | $3,036 | - | 3,355 lbs | Note 4 |
| WP | 45 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P | - | $3,186 | - | 3,615 lbs | Note 2 |
| WP | 46 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P | - | $3,296 | - | 3,715 lbs | Note 2 |
| Coronet R/T Series | |||||||
| WS | 23 | 2 Dr Hardtop Coupe - 5P | - | $3,353 | - | 3,565 lbs | Note 5 |
| WS | 27 | 2 dr Convertible - 5P | - | $3,613 | - | 3,640 lbs | Note 5 |
Notes: Combined production total of all Coronets in 1968 = 196,242
- 45,000 Coronet Deluxe's were built; 19,300 were 6-cylinders and 25,700 were V8's (totals are rounded off to the nearst 100).
- 33,100 Station wagons were built in both Deluxe, 440 and 500 trim lines; 2,600 were 6-cylinders and 30,500 were V8's (totals are rounded off to the nearst 100).
- 103,500 Coronet 440 cars were built; 8,200 were 6-cylinders and 95,300 were V8's (totals are rounded off to the nearst 100). No data available for Superbee production.
- 30,100 Coronet 500 cars were built; ALL were V8's (totals are rounded off to the nearst 100).
- 10,900 Coronet R/T car were built; ALL were V8's (totals are rounded off to the nearst 100).
Chassis Specifications
| Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Track | Rear Track | Tires |
| Coronet | 117 in | 207 in | 77 in | Not Available | Not Available | 7.35 x 14 |
| Coronet R/T | 117 in | 207 in | 77 in | Not Available | Not Available | F70 x 14 |
| Coronet Station Wagon | 117 in | 210 in | 77 in | Not Available | Not Available | 8.25 x 14 |
VIN Decoding
Serial Numbers were on the instrument panel, visible thru the windshield, and on the bottom line of a separate plate(fender tag) under the hood. |
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Available Transmissions
| Transmission | Location |
| TorqueFlite | Stamped on the transmission oil pan rail. |
| 3-Speed Manual | Not Available |
| 4-Speed Manual | Not Available |
| Identification Number | Transmission Type |
| 2892076 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892077 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892079 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892080 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892086 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892087 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892089 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892090 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892091 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892092 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892093 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892094 | TorqueFlite |
Interior and Exterior Paint Chips
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1968 Dodge Exterior Paint Codes.
The first letter or number identifies the roof or accent color. The second letter or number identifies the body color. (For example, the combination WC on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White and the body is finished in Medium Blue Metallic.) Paint code plates are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing or the left fender side shield.
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
A - Silver Metallic |
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M - Bronze #2 Metallic Lucite® Code - 4872LM Duco® Code - Not Available Dulux® Code - 4872DH |
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| B - Black Lucite® Code - 88L Duco® Code - 44 Dulux® Code - 93-005 |
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P - Red Lucite® Code - 4770LH Duco® Code - 4770H Dulux® Code - 93-97813M |
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C - Medium Blue Metallic |
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Q - Bright Blue Metallic |
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D - Pale Blue Metallic |
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R - Burgundy Metallic |
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| E - Dark Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4880LH Duco® Code - 4880H Dulux® Code - 4880DH |
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S - Yellow |
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F - Light Green Metallic |
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T - Medium Green Metallic |
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| G - Racing Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4883L Duco® Code - 4883H Dulux® Code - 4883DH |
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U - Light Blue Metallic |
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H - Light Gold |
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W - White |
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| J - Medium Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 4889L Duco® Code - 4889 Dulux® Code - 4889D |
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X - Beige Lucite® Code - 4953L Duco® Code - 4953 Dulux® Code - 4953D |
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| K - Light Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 4799L Duco® Code - 4799 Dulux® Code - 4799D |
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Y - Medium Tan Metallic Lucite® Code - 4891L Duco® Code - 4891 Dulux® Code - 4891D |
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| L - Medium Dark Turquoise Lucite® Code - 4884LH Duco® Code - 4884H Dulux® Code - 4884DH |
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- 1968 Dodge Interior Paint Codes
1. Low Gloss Colors require 2 ounces of DuPont 4528S Flattening Compound to a pint of unreduced color.
2. Gloss Colors Usage - Quarter Panel Upper Garnish Moulding, Quarter Garnish Extension & Lock Pillar Upper, "A & B" Pillars and "B" Pillar Cap, Door & Quarter Upper Inner Frame and Upper & Lower Garnish, Miscellaneous Suburban Parts. * Suburban Bow Clips ONLY.
3. Low Gloss Colors Usage - Roof Rails, Backlite Mouldings, "A" Pillar Cover, Console, Manual Seat Adjuster, Windshield Garnish Mouldings, Convertible Top Mechanism, and Miscellaneous Suburban Parts.
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
| GLOSS COLORS (note 2) | |||
| Arctic White |
See Code W | Catawba Green Metallic |
See Code G |
| *Aspen White | Not Available | Cobalt Blue Metallic | See Code U |
| Saber Gold Metallic | See Code J | Aztec Maroon Metallic | See Code R |
| Partridge Tan Metallic | See Code Y | Jewel Black | See Code B |
| LOW GLOSS COLORS (note 3) | |||
| Dove White Lucite® Code - 9608L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Saber Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 9641L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Ivory Lucite® Code - 9070L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Everglade Green Metallic (Light) Lucite® Code - 9646L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Amarillo Gold (Yellow) Lucite® Code - 9609L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Bayou Green Metallic (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9601L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Saturn Beige Lucite® Code - 9602L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Sierra Blue Metallic (Light) Lucite® Code - 9642L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Desert Tan (Light) Lucite® Code - 9605L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Baltic Blue Metallic (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9643LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Oasis Tan (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9606L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Rally Red Lucite® Code - 9604LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Buckskin Tan (Dark) Lucite® Code - 9607LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Jewel Black Lucite® Code - 88L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| FLAT COLORS | |||
| Majesty Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 9508L |
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Bahama Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 9505LH |
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| Pampas Tan Metallic Lucite® Code - 9509L |
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Aztec Maroon Metallic Lucite® Code - 9511LM |
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| Catawba Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 9507LH |
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Jewel Black Lucite® Code - 4428L |
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| Navajo Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 9506LH |
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| Trunk Colors (spatter finish) |
Three-Tone Black & Gray = 389-2076 |
