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1968 Dodge Polara 4-Dr. Sedan

The base L-series models provided affordable entry points across Dodge's compact, intermediate, and full-size lineups with proven Slant Six or V8 power.
DL41F8R159699
318 CID V8
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Windsor, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Dodge Polara

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code D Polara/Monaco
Series Code L Polara
Body Style 41 4-Dr. Sedan
Engine Code F 318 CID V8 (230 HP)
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code R Windsor, Ont., CAN
Serial Number 159699 Unit #159699

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelPolara
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine318 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement318 CID
Horsepower230 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantWindsor, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceDodge

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1967 through 1968
Headroom front39.8
Headroom rear38.5
Height54.5
Legroom front41.8
Legroom rear39.0
Length219.0
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase122.0
Width80.0

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)