1968 Chrysler Newport 2-Dr Hardtop
The Newport two-door hardtop was Chrysler's entry-level full-size offering competing with Ford Galaxie 500 and Chevrolet Impala with standard 383 V8 power.
Confidence
95%
CL23H8C216683
383 CID High Performance (330 HP)
Engine
2-Dr Hardtop
Body
Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Chrysler Newport
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | C | Chrysler |
| Class Code | L | Low |
| Body Style Code | 23 | 2-Dr Hardtop |
| Engine CID Code | H | 383 CID High Performance |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | C | Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 216683 | Unit #216683 |
Basic Information
MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID High Performance (330 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower330 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor4 BBL
Assembly PlantJefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceChrysler
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1965 through 1968
Headroom front39.8
Headroom rear38.5
Height56.8
Legroom front41.8
Legroom rear38.9
Length219.2
Nameplate origin1950
Wheelbase124.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)