1968 Dodge Polara 500 2-Dr. Hardtop
The debut-year Super Bee revolutionized budget muscle with 383 Magnum power at $3,027, while Polara 500 provided full-size luxury performance.
DM23H8D131368
383 CID Hi-Performance V8
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Belvidere, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Dodge Polara 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | D | Polara/Monaco |
| Series Code | M | Polara 500 |
| Body Style | 23 | 2-Dr. Hardtop |
| Engine Code | H | 383 CID Hi-Per V8 (335 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | D | Belvidere, IL |
| Serial Number | 131368 | Unit #131368 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelPolara 500
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID Hi-Performance V8
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower335 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor4 BBL
Assembly PlantBelvidere, IL
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications (Matched to: Polara)
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)