1968 Dodge Polara 500 Convertible
The debut-year Super Bee revolutionized budget muscle with 383 Magnum power at $3,027, while Polara 500 provided full-size luxury performance.
DM27G8D165776
383 CID V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Belvidere, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Dodge Polara 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | D | Polara/Monaco |
| Series Code | M | Polara 500 |
| Body Style | 27 | Convertible |
| Engine Code | G | 383 CID V8 (290 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | D | Belvidere, IL |
| Serial Number | 165776 | Unit #165776 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelPolara 500
Year1968
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower290 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantBelvidere, IL
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications (Matched to: Polara)
Bodystyle lifespan1967 through 1968
Headroom front39.8
Headroom rear38.5
Height54.5
Legroom front41.8
Legroom rear39.0
Length219.0
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase122.0
Width80.0
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)