1968 Plymouth Satellite 2-Dr. Hardtop
The mid-level Satellite hardtop featured formal roofline styling and competed with Ford Torino and Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu for intermediate buyers.
Confidence
95%
RH23F8A197909
318 CID
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Lynch Road, Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Plymouth Satellite
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | R | Belvedere/Satellite |
| Series Code | H | Signet/Satellite/Sport Fury |
| Body Style Code | 23 | 2-Dr. Hardtop |
| Engine Code | F | 318 CID V8 |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | A | Lynch Road, Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 197909 | Unit #197909 |
Basic Information
MakePlymouth
ModelSatellite
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine318 CID
Assembly PlantLynch Road, Detroit, MI
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourcePlymouth
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1965 through 1970
Headroom front38.6
Headroom rear37.4
Height54.7
Legroom front41.9
Legroom rear41.4
Length206.6
Nameplate origin1965
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.7
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)