1968 Chevrolet Camaro Fact Sheet

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts, Figures, and Specifications

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The Camaro was virtually unchanged as it entered its second model year, although there was the addition of the new front and rear side marker lights and no vent window door glass.

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Given the success of over 220,000 Camaros sold in 1967, Chevrolet focused on small refinements and some added features and options this year.

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1968 Chevrolet Camaro – Body Paint Color Codes

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1968 Chevrolet Camaro

	A Tuxedo Black
	C Ermine White
	D Grotto Blue
	E Fathom Blue
	F Island Teal
	G Ash Gold
	H Grecian Green
	J Rallye Green
	K Tripoli Turquoise
	L Teal Blue
	N Cordovan Maroon
	O Corvette Bronze
	P Seafrost Green
	R Matador Red
	T Palomino Ivory
	U LeMans Blue
	V Sequoia Green
	Y Butternut Yellow
	Z British Green

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General Year Information – 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

The styling of the 1968 Camaro was the 1967 design with only minor changes. The Astro Ventilation, a fresh-air-inlet system allowed for the side vent windows to be deleted. Side marker lights were added on the front and rear fenders as part of safety requirements for all 1968 vehicles. To styling changes were an ever-more pointed front grille and divided rear taillights. The front running lights on non-RS models were also changed from circular to oval. The big-block SS models received chrome hood inserts that imitated velocity stacks as well as a low-gloss black rear tail light panel.

The rear shock absorber mounting was staggered to resolve wheel hop issues and higher performance models received multi-leaf rear springs instead of single-leaf units. A 396 CID 350 HP big block engine was added as an option for the SS models and the Z28 appeared in Camaro brochures as well as having its own version. The 427 CID V-8 was still not available as a Regular Production Option (RPO) due to GM brass intervention.

Chevrolet’s Special Production Division convinced Chevrolet’s General Manager Pete Estes, that a convertible was not practical, but as the General Manager only drove convertible vehicles, a Central Office Production Order (COPO) was placed for the only Z/28 convertible ever Camaro built.

NOTE: The major option packages; “RS” “SS” and “Z/28” are discussed in detail below.

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The 350 HP 396 proved very popular as a fit between the tame 325 HP version and the monster 375 HP version in the Chevelle line, so a go ahead was given to install it in the Camaro. See the specifications for this engine in the 1968 Chevrolet Camaro AMA Specifications Sheets HERE.

The Special Aluminum heads for the 375 HP 396 engine were now available. They saved 70 lbs over the standard 396 CID V-8, but didn’t add appreciably to the power. Also, they cost an additional $395 over the standard L78’s $316 option price – making them an option only for serious racers. See information in the AMA Specifications Sheets HERE.

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Models Offered

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The base model featured: slender body sill moldings, black plastic grille, single-unit headlights, grille-mounted parking lights, small, bright metal hubcaps, tail lights with bright bezels and built-in backup lights, windshield pillar and rear belt moldings and manual-operating top on convertible.

Standard interior features included color-keyed all vinyl trim with Strato-bucket front seats and scuff-resistant cowl side panels with ventilator grilles, color-keyed carpeting, front arm rests with bright bases, cigarette lighter, built-in instrument panel ash tray, automatic front door switches for dome or courtesy lights, locking glove compartment, friction-type ventipanes and, in convertibles, built-in arm rests and dual courtesy lights.

In addition to the base model, the Rally Sport Camaro adds to the appearance. On the exterior there are “RS” emblems on the grille and on the rear fuel filler cap, a full-width, black lattice grille with concealed headlights, lower body side molding, a black accent just below body side molding (with certain colors); color-keyed body accent stripes, special styling for parking/turning lights at the front, sports-styled backup lights, and a distinctive edged-in-black taillight treatment with two lamps in each taillight unit for driving, braking and turn signal indication, bright metal front and rear wheel opening moldings, and bright drip gutter molding on sport coupes.

In the interior, there is a “RS” emblem on the steering wheel center.

On the exterior of the SS350 there is unique color-keyed hood striping plus simulated louvers on the hood. “SS” letters are placed at the front of the front fenders and an “SS 350” emblem is in the center of the grille. At the rear, hthere is a “SS 350” emblem on the fuel filler cap. On the inside a “SS 350” emblem appears in the steering wheel center. SS 350 models are appropriately shod with red stripe tires.

The SS 350 was standard with the 350 CID 295 HP V-8, with a four-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts.

The Z/28 option featured a high-output small-block 302 CID V-8, designed for racing in Trans-Am racing series. It had an aluminum intake manifold, and a 4-barrel vacuum secondary 780 CFM Holley carburetor. The Z/28 came with upgraded suspension, power front disc brakes, and a 4-speed Muncie close-ratio manual transmission. Posi-traction was optional. Wide racing stripes on the hood and trunk lid could be deleted at no charge, “302” front fender emblems came on early 1968 cars, with the “Z/28” emblems in late 1968. Advertised power of the 302 was listed at 290 HP at 5300 RPM. This was under-rated to keep the horsepower rating under 1 HP per cubic inch for insurance premium calculations and racing classification.

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Engines

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Base 230 Six-cylinder. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Seven main bearings.
Displacement: 230 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.875 x 3.250 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.5:1.
Horsepower: 140 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 220 @1600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic
Camshaft Timing: Intake 244°, Exhaust: 244°; Overlap 33.30°. Valve Lift: Intake 0.3317″, Exhaust 0.3317″.
Carburetor: Rochester one-barrel: Standard Manual Transmission 7028017; Automatic Transmission 7028014. With Air Conditioning: Standard Manual Transmission 7028015.

Turbo-Thrift 250 Six-cylinder. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Seven main bearings.
Displacement: 250 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.875 x 3.530 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.5:1.
Horsepower: 155 @ 4200 RPM.
Torque: 235 @1600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing: Intake 244°, Exhaust: 244°. Valve Lift: Intake 0.3880″, Exhaust 0.3880″.
Carburetor: Rochester one-barrel: Standard Manual Transmission 7028017; Automatic Transmission 7028014. With Air Conditioning: Standard Manual Transmission 7028015.

Option Z28 302 V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 302 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.002x 3.00 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.00:1.
Horsepower: 290 @ 5800 RPM.
Torque: 290 @ 4200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft Timing: (includes ramp) Intake (346°) 299°, Exhaust (346°) 313°, Overlap (118°) 83°; Valve Lift: (intake) 0.4850″; (exhaust) 0.4850″.
Carburetor: Holley 4-barrel: 4-speed manual transmission 3923289

Turbo-Fire Base 327 V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 327 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.25 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.75:1.
Horsepower: 210 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 320 @ 2400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing: Intake: 280°, Exhaust: 288°, Lift: (intake) 0.3900″, (exhaust) 0.4100″. Overlap 58°.
Carburetor: (3-speed and 4-speed manual transmission) Rochester 7028101, with A/C: 7027103; (automatic transmission) 7028110, with A/C: 7028112.

Turbo-Fire 327 V-8. (RPO L30) Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 327 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.25 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.0:1.
Horsepower: 275 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 355 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing (Includes ramps): Intake: (310°) 260°, Exhaust: (320°) 270°, Lift: (intake) 0.3900″, (exhaust) 0.4100″. Overlap 90°.
Carburetor: (3-speed and 4-speed manual transmission) Rochester 7028203; (automatic transmission) 7028202.

Turbo-Fire 350 V-8. (RPO L48) Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 350 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.48 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.25:1.
Horsepower: 295 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 380 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing: Intake: 310°, Exhaust: 320°, Lift: Intake 0.390″, Exhaust 0.410″. Overlap 90°.
Carburetor: (3 and 4-speed Manual Transmission): Rochester 7028213; (automatic transmission) 7028212.

Turbo-Fire 396 V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 396 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.094 x 3.76 inches.
Compression ratio: 10..25:1.
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 410 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing: (without ramps) Intake: 322° (272°), Exhaust: 322° (272°), Lift: Intake 0.3983″, Exhaust 0.3983″. Overlap 95° (45°).
Carburetor: Rochester (manual transmission): 7028201; (automatic transmission): 7028200.

Turbo-Fire 396 V-8 (RPO L34). Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 396 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.094 x 3.76 inches.
Compression ratio: 10..25:1.
Horsepower: 350 @ 5200 RPM.
Torque: 415 @ 3400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing: Intake: 300°, Exhaust: 300°, Overlap 72°. Lift: Intake 0.4614″, Exhaust 0.4800″.
Carburetor: Rochester 4-barrel (3 and 4-speed manual transmission): #7028217; (automatic transmission): #7028218.

Turbo-Fire 396 V-8 (RPO L78 & L89). Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 396 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.094 x 3.76 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.00:1.
Horsepower: 375 @ 5600 RPM.
Torque: 415 @ 3600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft Timing: Intake: 316°, Exhaust: 302°, Overlap 80°. Lift: Intake 0.5197″, Exhaust 0.5197″.
Carburetor: Holley 4-barrel (3- and 4-speed only): #3923289.

NOTE: Option L89 consisted of aluminum cylinder head that shaved 70 pounds from the front of the Camaro. The engine was otherwise the same.

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Chassis Features

- Wheelbase: 108 inches.
- Overall length: 184.6 inches.
- Front tread: 59.0 inches.
- Rear tread: 58.9 inches.
- Width: 72.3 inches.
- Height: 50.9 inches.
- Tires: I-6 and 327 CID 210 HP: 7.35 x 14; 327 CID 275 HP and 350 CID 295 HP D70 x 14; Optional all Models: D70 X 14.

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Powertrains

Powerglide Transmission Ratios
- I-6: 1st – 1.82:1, 2nd – 1:1, Reverse – 1.82:1
- 327 -350 CID V-8: 1st – 1.76:1, 2nd – 1:1, Reverse – 1.76:1
Turbo Hydramatic Transmission Ratios
- 396 CID V-8: 1st – 2.48:1, 2nd – 1.48:1, 3rd 1.00:1 Reverse – 2.08:1
Three Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
- I-6: 1st – 2.85:1, 2nd – 1.68:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.95:1
- 327 CID V-8: 1st – 2.54:1, 2nd – 1.50:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.63:1
- 350 – 396 CID V-8 Heavy Duty: 1st – 2.41:1, 2nd – 1.57:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.41:1
Four Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
- I-6: 1st – 2.85:1, 2nd – 2.02:1, 3rd – 1.35:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 32.85:1
- 327 CID 210 – 275 HP V-8: 1st – 2.54:1, 2nd – 1.80:1, 3rd – 1.32:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.54:1
- 302 CID – 350 CID – 396 CID V-8: 1st – 2.52:1, 2nd – 1.88:1, 3rd – 1.46:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.54:1
- 302 – 396 CID V-8: 1st – 2.20:1, 2nd – 1.64:1, 3rd – 1.27:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.26:1
Rear Gear Standard Ratios
- I-6 230 & 250 CID: 3-Speed SMT – 3.08:1; Powerglide – 2.73:1; Optional – 3.55:1
- 302 CID V-8: 4-speed: 3.73:1. Optional 3.07:1; 3.31:1; 3.55;1; 4.10:1, 4.56:1, 4.88:1. A/C Not Available
- 327 CID V-8: 3-Speed SMT – 3.08:1; Powerglide – 2.73:1; Optional – 3.55:1
- 350 CID V-8 295 HP: 3-Speed & 4-Speed SMT – 3.31:1, Powerglide – 3.07:1, Optional – 3.55:1; 3.07:1
- 396 CID V-8 325 HP 3-speed & 4-Speed: 3.31:1. Optional 3.55:1, 3.73:1 and 4.10:1
- 396 CID V-8 325 HP Turbo Hydramatic: 3.31:1, Optional 3.07:1, 3.55:1, 3.73:1 and 4.10:1
- 396 CID V-8 375 HP 3-speed w/2.41:1 1st Gear: 3.07:1. Optional – 2.73:1; 3.31:1, 3.55:1; 3.73:1.
- 396 CID V-8 375 HP 4-speed: 3.07:1. Optional 2.73:1; 3.31:1; 3.55;1; 3.73:1, 4.10:1, 4.56:1, 4.88:1.
- Posi-traction optional for all V-8 equipped vehicles where axle allowed.

NOTE: Optional, dealer installed gear ratios ranged from 2.73:1 to 4.88:1 depending on axle manufacturer. See 1967 AMA Specifications Sheets in Downloadable Documents for complete information.

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Powertrain Options

- 3-speed HD with 295, 325, 350 and 375 horsepower engines ($79.00).
- 4-speed close ratio, with 350, 375 horsepower and 302 engines ($184.35).
- 4speed heavy-duty close ratio, with 375 horsepower engine ($310.70).
- 4-speed wide range, except with 375 horsepower engines ($184.35).
- Dual exhaust with deep tone mufflers, with 210 or 275 horsepower engines ($27.40).
- Positraction rear axle ($42.15).
- Powerglide, six-cylinder ($184.35).
- Powerglide, with all 210, 275 and 295 horsepower V-8 ($194.85).
- RPO L22 – 250 CID 155 horsepower Six ($26.35).
- RPO L30 – 327 CID 275 horsepower V-8 ($92.70).
- RPO L34 – 396 CID 350 horsepower V-8, in SS 396 only ($105.35).
- RPO L73 – 327 CID 250 horsepower V-8 ($63.20).
- RPO L78 – 396 CID 375 horsepower V-8, in SS 396 only ($316).
- RPO L79 – 327 CID 325 horsepower V-8 ($198.05).
- RPO L89 – 396 CID 375 horsepower V-8, in SS 396 only Aluminum heads ($395 plus $316 for L78).
- RPO Z28 – 302 CID 290 horsepower V-8 (part of the Z/28 Option package only)
- Turbo Hydra-Matic 400, available with 325 and 350 horsepower 396 CID engines ($237.00).

1968 Chevrolet Camaro Facts – Significant Options

- Accent striping ($13.70).
- Air conditioning ($356).
- Ashtray light, coupe only ($1.60).
- Bright metal wheel covers (21.10).
- Comfort-Tilt steering wheel, automatic or floor mounted transmission required ($42.15).
- Courtesy lights ($4).
- Custom Deluxe front shoulder belts ($26).
- Custom Deluxe seat belts ($6).
- Door edge guards ($3).
- Electric clock, not available with stereo ($16).
- Floor console with shifter ($47).
- Folding rear seat ($32).
- Front and rear floor mats ($42).
- Front bumper guards ($13).
- Glove compartment light, when not included ($2.65).
- Heater and defroster deletion ($32 credit).
- Heavy-duty radiator, standard with air conditioning; standard with 302 CID or 396 CID engines ($13.70).
- Light monitoring system ($26.35).
- Manual push-button AM radio ($57).
- Manual push-button AM radio with rear seat speaker ($71).
- Manual rear antenna, not available with AM-FM radio ($10).
- Power disc brakes ($100.10).
- Power drum brakes ($42.15).
- Power steering ($84).
- Power top in White, Black or Blue on convertible ($52.70).
- Power windows ($100).
- Push button AM radio ($61.10).
- Push button AM/FM radio ($133.80).
- Push button AM/FM stereo radio ($239.15).
- Rally Sport Group ($105.35).
- Rally wheels ($31.60).
- Rear bumper guards ($10).
- Rear folding seat ($42.15).
- Rear window defroster, coupe ($21).
- Simulated mag wheel covers, not available with disc brakes ($74).
- Simulated wire wheel covers, not available with disc brakes ($74).
- Special instrumentation includes ammeter, temperature, oil pressure and fuel gauges mounted on console, electric clock and tachometer mounted in instrument panel, in V-8 models with console ($94.80).Not available with 375 horsepower or 302″ engine.
- Special rear springs, includes rear bumper guards ($20.05).
- Special steering with quick response ($15.80).
- Speed and Cruise Control, V-8 only, Powerglide required ($53).
- Speed warning indicator ($11).
- Sports style steering wheel ($32).
- SS Option: includes special hood, special red stripe tires, SS emblems, hood insulation, black accented grille, front accent band, engine accents, special suspension, V-8 engine, (dual exhausts, no charge) with 295 horsepower L4 V-8 ($210.65); with 325 horsepower L35 V-8 ($263.30); with 350 horsepower L34 V-8 ($368.65); with 375 horsepower L78 V-8 ($500.30).
- Standard front shoulder belts ($23).
- Stereo tape system with four speakers ($134).
- Stratoback front seat, Sport Coupe, not available with console ($33).
- Strato-Ease headrests ($53).
- Tinted glass on all windows ($31); windshield only ($21).
- Tinted glass on all windows, ($31), with air conditioning ($26); windshield only ($31).
- Tri-Volume horn, coupe only ($14).
- Vinyl roof cover, black or beige for sport coupe only ($74).