How to Decode Your 1968 Corvette VIN – Full Breakdown & Guide
Unlock the secrets of your classic 1968 Corvette with our detailed VIN and trim tag decoder. Input your VIN to discover precise engine specifications, body configuration, and transmission details. Verify your car's originality and production history. The trim tag analysis will reveal the factory-applied interior and exterior colors, plus the exact build date, essential for accurate restoration.
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| 1968 VIN range | 194378S400001 – 194378S428566 |
In 1968, a total of 28,566 Corvettes were manufactured, comprising 9,936 Coupes and 18,630 Convertibles.
You can use the Corvette C3 Decoder to decode other Corvette 1968 codes and view Corvette 1968 charts on the Corvette C3 chart article. All specifications and VIN decoding details are based on official Chevrolet data from GM’s 1968 Corvette Vehicle Information Kit .
1968 Corvette Specifications
Explore the original palette of the 1968 Corvette. Below, you'll discover a detailed list of exterior and interior colors, accompanied by their respective codes and visual examples. This resource is perfect for confirming the authentic factory finish of your 1968 Corvette.
Exterior Colors
| Code | Color | Color sample |
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| 900 | Tuxedo Black | |
| 972 | Polar White | |
| 974 | Rally Red | |
| 976 | LeMans Blue | |
| 978 | International Blue | |
| 983 | British Green | |
| 984 | Safari Yellow | |
| 986 | Silverstone Silver | |
| 988 | Cordovan Maroon | |
| 992 | Corvette Bronze |
Interior Colors
In 1968, Corvette buyers could customize their interiors with a selection of color choices. Chevrolet provided a range of leather and vinyl options, allowing buyers to pair interior hues with their chosen exterior paint, offering a degree of personalization.
| Code | Color | Color Sample |
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| STD | Black Vinyl | |
| 402 | Black Leather | |
| 407 | Red Vinyl | |
| 408 | Red Leather | |
| 414 | Medium Blue Vinyl | |
| 415 | Medium Blue Leather | |
| 411 | Dark Blue Vinyl | |
| 425 | Dark Orange Vinyl | |
| 426 | Dark Orange Leather | |
| 435 | Tobacco Vinyl | |
| 436 | Tobacco Leather | |
| 442 | Gunmetal Vinyl |
Color combinations
Chevrolet suggested various interior colors, but customers could choose their preferred combinations.
| Exterior | Quantity | Interior |
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| Tuxedo Black | 708 (2.48%) | Black / Dark Blue / Dark Orange / Gunmetal / Medium Blue / Red / Tobacco |
| Polar White | 1,868 (6.54%) | Black / Dark Blue / Dark Orange / Gunmetal / Medium Blue / Red / Tobacco |
| Rally Red | 2,918 (10.21%) | Black / Red |
| LeMans Blue | 4,722 (16.53%) | Black / Medium Blue / Dark Blue |
| International Blue | 2,473 (8.66%) | Black / Medium Blue / Dark Blue |
| British Green | 4,779 (16.73%) | Black |
| Safari Yellow | 3,133 (10.97%) | Black |
| Silverstone Silver | 3,435 (12.02%) | Black / Dark Blue / Gunmetal |
| Cordovan Maroon | 1,155 (4.04%) | Black |
| Corvette Bronze | 3,374 (11.81%) | Black / Dark Orange / Tobacco |
Chassis
| Wheelbase | Length | Width | Weight |
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| 98 in | 182.1 in | 69.2 in | Coupe: Curb: 3,210 lb; Shipping: 3,055 lb Convertible: Curb: 3,220 lb; Shipping: 3,065 lb |
Curb weight: Weight of the empty vehicle ready to drive. Shipping weight plus the weight of gasoline and water.
Shipping weight: Weight of the basic vehicle with regular equipment, grease, and oil. Weight of gasoline and water not included.
1968 Corvettes were outfitted with F70-15 bias-ply nylon cord tires. Learn more about the tires used on Corvettes in the article Corvette C3 RPM Calculator.
Engines
| Engine Code |
Order Code |
CI | HP | Equipment |
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| HE | Base | 327 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Manual Transmission |
| HO | Base | 327 | 300 | Rochester Q-jet, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| HP | Base | 327 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, A/C, P/S, Manual Transmission |
| HT | L79 | 327 | 350 | Rochester Q-jet, Special Cam, 4-Speed |
| IL | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, 4-Speed |
| IQ | L36 | 427 | 390 | Rochester Q-jet, Hydraulic Lifters, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| IM | L68 | 427 | 400 | L36 Engine, Holley 3x2BC, 4-Speed |
| IO | L68 | 427 | 400 | L36 Engine, Holley 3x2BC, Turbo Hydra-Matic |
| IR | L71 | 427 | 435 | Holley 3x2BC, Mechanical Lifters, 4-Speed |
| IU | L89 | 427 | 435 | 435 L71 Engine, Aluminum Heads, 4-Speed |
| IT | L88 | 427 | 430 | 4bll, Holley 1x4BC, Heavy-Duty Engine, M22 4-Speed |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Engines article.
Transmissions
| Code | Type | Transmission |
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| S | Manual | Saginaw 3-Speed |
| P | Manual | Muncie 4-Speed |
| K | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with 327 Engine |
| L | Automatic | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 with 427 Engine |
You can read more from the Corvette C3 Transmissions article.
1968 Corvette RPO
Chevrolet offered a number of options to allow buyers to customize their Corvette to their exact specifications.
| Code | Option | Total |
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| 19437 | Corvette sport coupe | 9,936 |
| 19467 | Corvette convertible | 18,630 |
| Base | 3-speed manual transmission | 326 |
| Base | Vinyl trim | 26,137 |
| - | Leather trim | 2,429 |
| A01 | Tinted glass | 17,635 |
| A02 | Tinted windshield | 5,509 |
| A31 | Power windows | 7,065 |
| A82 | Headrests | 3,197 |
| A85 | Custom shoulder harness | 350 |
| C07 | Auxiliary hardtop | 8,735 |
| C08 | Auxiliary hardtop vinyl | 3,050 |
| C50 | Rear window defroster | 693 |
| C60 | Air conditioning | 5,664 |
| F41 | Special performance suspension | 1,758 |
| G81 | Posi-traction rear axle | 27,008 |
| J50 | Power brakes | 9,559 |
| J56 | Heavy-duty brakes | 81 |
| K66 | Transistor ignition | 5,457 |
| L30 | 327 300 hp engine | 5,875 |
| L36 | 427 390 hp engine | 7,717 |
| L68 | 427 400 hp engine | 1,932 |
| L71 | 427 435 hp engine | 2,898 |
| L79 | 327 350 hp engine | 9,440 |
| L88 | 427 430 hp engine | 80 |
| L89 | 427 435 hp engine with aluminum heads | 624 |
| M20 | 4-speed wide-ratio manual transmission | 10,760 |
| M21 | 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission | 12,337 |
| M22 | 4-speed Heavy-duty manual transmission | 80 |
| M40 | Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission | 5,063 |
| N11 | Off-road exhaust | 4,695 |
| N36 | Telescopic steering column | 6,477 |
| N40 | Power steering | 12,364 |
| PT6 | F70 x 15 red stripe tires | 11,686 |
| PT7 | F70 x 15 white stripe tires | 9,692 |
| P01 | Wheel trim covers | 8,971 |
| UA6 | Horn alarm system | 388 |
| U15 | Speed warning indicator | 3,453 |
| U69 | AM-FM radio | 27,920 |
| U79 | Stereo equipment | 3,311 |
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General information:
- Corvette C3 years
- Corvette Specs, Colors, etc. by year:
1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 - Is the Corvette C3 always a Stingray?
- Corvette C3 charts
- Corvette C3 books
- Mako Shark II
- Corvette L88
- Greenwood Corvettes
- Reader's Wheels: Corvette 1968
- Restomod Corvette C3s
- Corvette C3 Buyer's Checklist
Technical:
- Corvette C3 & Rochester Quadrajet
- Corvette C3 engines
- Corvette C3 transmissions
- Corvette C3 RPM calculator
- Corvette C3 emission systems
- Corvette C3 birdcage and rust
- Number matching and RPO
- Corvette C3 oils
Interior and Exterior Features:
- Corvette C3 Special Editions
- Corvette C3 cockpit / gauges
- Corvette C3 seats / seatbelts
- Corvette C3 door panels
- Corvette C3 emblems
- Corvette C3 side pipes (1969)
- Corvette C3 wheels
- Corvette C3 luggage racks
- Roof Options of the Corvette C3
