1968 Chevrolet Custom Nomad 4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
The 1968 Custom Nomad V8 two-seat wagon combined the classic nameplate with enhanced features for discerning station wagon buyers.
134358B200801
8 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
Body
Baltimore, MD
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Chevrolet Custom Nomad
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 3435 | Custom Nomad |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | B | Baltimore, MD |
| Serial Number | 200801 | Unit #200801 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCustom Nomad
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl
Assembly PlantBaltimore, MD
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
BlockCast alloy iron
Main Bearings5
Rated HP48.05
Cylinders8
Compression9.0
Horsepower200@4600
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Displacement307
Torque300@2400
Dimensions
Production34800
Weight3554
Rear Tread59
Wheelbase116
Width76
Length207.2
Height54.3
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
Reverse Ratio2.95
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size7.75 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
ExhaustSingle
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 15 Quarts
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, Power brakes, Power steering, Speed control device, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Radio, Air conditioning
Colors
Exterior ColorsAsh Gold Metallic, Butternut Yellow, Cordovan Maroon Metallic, Ermine White, Fathom Blue Metallic, Grecian Green Metallic, Grotto Blue Metallic, Island Teal Metallic, Matador Red, Palomino Ivory, Seafrost Green Metallic, Sequoia Green Metallic, Teal Blue Metallic, Tripolli Turquoise Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2843.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors4
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.