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.
XP29G8B396856
383 CID V8
Engine
2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
Body
Hamtramck, MI
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 | G | 383 CID V8 (290 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | B | Hamtramck, MI |
| Serial Number | 396856 | Unit #396856 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCharger
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower290 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantHamtramck, MI
Plant CodeB
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)