1968 Dodge Charger 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
The P-series premium models included the iconic Charger fastback and upscale Dart GT, Monaco 500, and Coronet 500 with luxury appointments and V8 power.
XP29F8G231879
318 CID V8
Engine
2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Dodge Charger
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | X | Charger |
| Series Code | P | Charger |
| Body Style | 29 | 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop |
| Engine Code | F | 318 CID V8 (230 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | G | St. Louis, MO |
| Serial Number | 231879 | Unit #231879 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCharger
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine318 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement318 CID
Horsepower230 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1968 through 1970
Headroom front38.6
Headroom rear36.4
Height53.2
Legroom front39.3
Legroom rear39.1
Length208.0
Nameplate origin1966
Wheelbase117.0
Width76.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)