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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.
RH23L8G342112
440 Hi Per CID
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
1968 Plymouth Satellite 2-Dr. Hardtop

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code R Belvedere/Satellite
Series Code H Signet/Satellite/Sport Fury
Body Style Code 23 2-Dr. Hardtop
Engine Code L 440 CID V8 Hi Per
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code G St. Louis, MO
Serial Number 342112 Unit #342112

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelSatellite
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine440 Hi Per CID
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeG
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)