1968 Chevrolet Nova
The '68 Nova was completely restyled and shared many of the same mechanics and powertrain as the Camaro.

1968 Chevrolet Nova

The Nova was completely restyled for 1968, which was also the last year Novas carried "Chevy II" as part of their name. Redesigned on a new 111-inch wheelbase chassis, and offered in just 2 and 4 coupes and sedans as the station wagon and two door hardtop were discontinued. The new 1968 Nova was redesigned alongside the Chevrolet Camaro and shared many of the mechanics and powertrains. For '68 the Nova offered much more power with a 350 V8 with 295 hp and the mighty Chevrolet 396 V8 big block. The powerhouse 375 hp 396 was capable of running a 13.85 second 1/4 mile at 104 mph. The 396 V8 with 375 hp had an 11:1 compression ratio, a big Holley four-barrel carb on an aluminum intake manifold, free-breathing heads, and solid lifters. Few muscle cars could match the light weight Nova when packed with the power plant 396. The SS package added SS badges, a black-accented grille and tail and simulated hood air intakes. The SS was listed as an option package from 1968 on, instead of a separate trim level like before.

1968 Chevrolet Nova Specifications

Model Number Body/Style Number Body Type & Seating Factory Price Shipping Weight Total Production
Chevy II Nova Series 11 - Four-Cyl
11 69 4 Dr Sedan $2,229 2,790 lbs 1,270
11 27 2 Dr Coupe $2,199 2,760 lbs
Chevy II Nova Series 13 - Six-Cyl
13 69 4 Dr Sedan $2,291 2,890 lbs 146,300
13 27 2 Dr Coupe $2,261 2,860 lbs
Chevy II Nova Series 14 - V-8
14 69 4 Dr Sedan $2,396 Not Available 53,400
14 27 2 Dr Coupe $2,367 Not Available

Chassis Data

Model Wheelbase Overall Length Width Front Tread Rear Tread Tires
Chevy II Nova 111 in 190 in 73 in 59 in 58.9 in 7.35 x 14

1968 Chevrolet Nova Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: 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
BA 6-230 140 220 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
BB 6-230 140 220 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
BC 6-230 140 220 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
BD 6-230 140 220 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
BF 6-230 140 220 Powerglide 1 BC
BH 6-230 140 220 Powerglide 1 BC
CM 6-250 155 235 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
CN 6-250 155 235 3-Speed Manual 1 BC
CQ 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
CR 6-250 155 235 Powerglide 1 BC
MB 8-307 200 300 3-Speed Manual 2 BC
MC 8-307 200 300 4-Speed Manual 2 BC
MD 8-307 200 300 Powerglide 2 BC
MK 8-327 * 275 355 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
ML 8-327 * 275 355 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
MM 8-327 * 275 355 Powerglide 4 BC
MN 8-350 295 380 Powerglide 4 BC
MQ 8-396 # 375 415 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
MR 8-396 * 350 415 Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 4 BC
MS 8-350 295 380 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
MU 8-350 295 380 Powerglide 4 BC
MX 8-396 * 350 415 3 & 4-Speed Manual 4 BC
Notes: # Special High Performance * High Perfomance

1968 Chevrolet Nova Options

Description Description
All Season Air Conditioning Power Disc Brakes
Rear Positraction Rear Axle Power Steering
Console w/ Floor Mounted Shifter Vinyl Roof
Electric Clock Sport-Styled Steering Wheel
Heavy-Duty Clutch Stereo Tape System
250-cid/155-hp 6-Cyl Powerglide Transmission
327-cid/275-hp V-8 3-Speed Manual Transmission
327-cid/325-hp V-8 4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio)
350-cid/295-hp V-8 4-Speed Manual Transmission (wide-ratio)
396-cid/350-hp V-8 Simulated Wire Wheel Covers
396-cid/375-hp V-8 Mag-Style Wheel Covers
Dual Exhaust Mag-Spoke Wheel Covers
Tinted Windows (all glass) Custom Exterior Group
Tinted Windshield Exterior Decor Package
Special Instrumentation Nova SS Option
Left-Hand Outside Remote Control Mirror Special Interior Package
Power Drum Brakes  

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 Inspection Cover
BA, PB BB, PC 2.56 10 Bolt
BC BD 3.36 10 Bolt
BI, BP BQ, PX 2.73 12 Bolt
BL BR 3.07 12 Bolt
BM BS 3.31 12 Bolt
BN, PK, PL BT, PH 3.55 12 Bolt
BO BU 3.73 12 Bolt
  BV 4.10 12 Bolt
  BW 4.56 12 Bolt
  BX 4.88 12 Bolt
PA PE 3.08 10 Bolt
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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