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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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03/18/18 06:27 PM
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I only know '68 B-body cars and only know that the last numbers stamped on the radiator support and the trunk drip rail were NOT the last numbers of the VIN but the numbers from the lower right of the FENDER TAG. If the car still has a fender tag, broadcast sheet or original Monroney label/ window sticker I think all of those have that (sales order?) number? Again that's how the '68 B-bodies were done.
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(The last of the VIN were on '69+ cars)
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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03/20/18 06:23 PM
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only place is the vin tag
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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I only know '68 B-body cars and only know that the last numbers stamped on the radiator support and the trunk drip rail were NOT the last numbers of the VIN but the numbers from the lower right of the FENDER TAG. If the car still has a fender tag, broadcast sheet or original Monroney label/ window sticker I think all of those have that (sales order?) number? Again that's how the '68 B-bodies were done.
MikeR
(The last of the VIN were on '69+ cars) Yes,it is the sales order number. I have a C body and the trunk lip number matches the sales order number on the broadcast sheet and fender tag. This can be confusing especially to not well informed Customs Officials when a 68-older car is crossing the US/Canadian border,for example.
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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As mentioned,there are no VIN numbers on 68 engines and transmissions. However,you can verify if the drivetrain is original to the car by checking the 14 digit serial numbers stamped on the cylinder block pan rail at the left rear corner below starter opening if it is a B/RB engine. Typically should be within three months or less of the shipping order number. Trans has a PK number on the left side oil pan rail. If you have access to a 68 FSM,it can help decifer the numbers. Hope this helps
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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As mentioned,there are no VIN numbers on 68 engines and transmissions. Yes there are vin numbers on 68 drivetrains just not stamped in the typical 69 later locations. It is on top next to oil sender. I have heard earlier 68 cars did not have these stamping but not sure if that’s a myth. Here’s my 69 Polara numbers match drivetrain
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68 Polara 500...LL1 Y7 M6X 69 Hemi road runner...X9 X9 M6X 69 A12 road runner....R4 R4 M6X 69 ModTop FLORAL Super Bee...F 70 AAR 'cuda...EW1 EW1 H4X9 71 Duster 340...FJ6 V24 L6X9 71 road runner FC7 V1X M6X9 72 Rallye Charger B5 V1W 74 'cuda 360...KB5 V1X A6X9 08 SRT Challenger #234
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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03/20/18 09:41 PM
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I'm going to have to get government inspection for titling. They're going to want to see multiple spots for verification. My collection is almost all 57-61 mopars, I'm ignorant on these cars. Where can I start looking for these other spots? Appreciate the help.
Thanks! As talked about above the VIN will not be stamped on the body (that started in 69) but the VON or shipping order numbers are stamped on the cowl by the hood seal and I’m almost certain in the trunk pan as well but I didn’t want to disturb my weather stripping to get a picture, very original car and all LOL But here is a cowl pic and as you can see it matches the fender tag bottom right numbers. 1st digit is assembly plant 2nd digit is year 3rd digit is 1st vin digit or model Last six digits - Shipping Order Number
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68 Polara 500...LL1 Y7 M6X 69 Hemi road runner...X9 X9 M6X 69 A12 road runner....R4 R4 M6X 69 ModTop FLORAL Super Bee...F 70 AAR 'cuda...EW1 EW1 H4X9 71 Duster 340...FJ6 V24 L6X9 71 road runner FC7 V1X M6X9 72 Rallye Charger B5 V1W 74 'cuda 360...KB5 V1X A6X9 08 SRT Challenger #234
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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As mentioned,there are no VIN numbers on 68 engines and transmissions. Yes there are vin numbers on 68 drivetrains just not stamped in the typical 69 later locations. It is on top next to oil sender. I have heard earlier 68 cars did not have these stamping but not sure if that’s a myth. Here’s my 68 Polara numbers match drivetrain just the performance engines (& associated transmissions) were stamped in '68 & all year340 (A-body ONLY) 383HP (Road Runner & Super Bee ONLY) 383 4bbl (B-body YES & C-body ???) 440HP (B & C-body) HEMI (B-body ONLY) ZERO stamped slants - 904s or 318s in '68
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Re: 1968 Dodge Polara vin locations?
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Yes there are vin numbers on 68 drivetrains just not stamped in the typical 69 later locations. It is on top next to oil sender. I have heard earlier 68 cars did not have these stamping but not sure if that’s a myth. Here’s my 69 Polara numbers match drivetrain
Not a myth...a fact! My 68 Newport Custom was an early build (September '67) and its 383 does not have the VIN stamped. My 68 NY'er was built February 68 and its 440 DID have the VIN stamped by the oil sender.
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'68 Newport Custom Barge on a Budget!! BOAB 1973 Satellite WAGON! 318- 3 on the tree!! 2008 Chrysler 300c HEMI!
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