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%
Model year needs verification: this serial block was also used in
1978. Chrysler Corporation reused this 13-character VIN layout and single-digit year code in 1978; a 1978 Plymouth Fury Sport carries the same VIN shape. Verify the model year against the vehicle's data plate or title.
RH23H8A143480
383 Hi Per 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 | H | 383 CID V8 Hi Per |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | A | Lynch Road, Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 143480 | Unit #143480 |
Basic Information
MakePlymouth
ModelSatellite
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 Hi Per 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)