The '68 Caprice |
1968 Chevrolet Caprice
Considered top of the line for full-sized Chevrolet's, the Caprice came in 4 different body types including a station wagon. Caprice sales climbed as 115,500 were produced for the year. Standard engine on the Caprice included a 307 cubic inch V8 and a Rochester 7028101 two-barrel carburetor.1968 Chevrolet Caprice Specifications
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Caprice Series 66 - V-8 | |||||
66 | 39 | 4 dr Hadtop Sedan - 6P | $3,271 | 3,754 lbs | See Notes |
66 | 47 | 2 dr Formal Top Coupe - 6P | $3,219 | 3,646 lbs | |
66 | 45 | 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P | $3,570 | 4,062 lbs | |
66 | 35 | 2 dr Station Wagon - 6P | $3,458 | 4,003 lbs |
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 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 Caprice 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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