1968 Chevrolet Malibu 2-Dr. Convertible
The 1968 Malibu V8 Convertible combined topless driving with optional high-performance engines up to the legendary 396 cubic inch big-block.
136678B197996
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Baltimore, MD
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Chevrolet Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 3667 | Malibu |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | B | Baltimore, MD |
| Serial Number | 197996 | Unit #197996 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower275 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
350 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower350 HP @ 5200 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
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.)
This VIN decodes to a Chevelle Malibu series — not a Super Sport (SS). The SS used a distinct series code, so SS is not implied by this VIN; any SS-level engines listed were options available across the Chevelle line.
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
BlockCast alloy iron
Main Bearings5
Rated HP48.05
Cylinders8
Compression9.0
Displacement307
Horsepower200@4600
Torque300@2400
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production233200
Weight3245
Rear Tread59
Wheelbase116
Width76
Length196.8
Height52.8
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 Size7.35 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 15 Quarts
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
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$2885.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors2
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.