Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
Frame Off Restored True SS! Big Block 402ci, 4 Speed, PS, Buckets and Console!
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396
VIN 138378B181781
This beautiful Chevelle SS 396 was fully frame off restored in 1997. There are approximately 5,000 miles on the build. The trim tag has some rare codes; the "B" stamping after the interior trim code, as well as the Buick Alternate interior.
VIN Decode
1 - Chevrolet
38 - SS396, 8-Cylinder
37 – 2 Door Sport Coupe
8 - 1968
B – Baltimore, Maryland Assembly Plant
181781 – Sequential Production Number
Trim Tag Decode
04B – April, 2nd Week
190688 144665 – Data Processing Number
13 – Gate Number
68 - 1968
13837 - SS396 2-Door Sport Coupe
BAL – Baltimore, Maryland Assembly Plant
07106 – Body Unit Number
766-178– Black Imitation Leather, Buick Alternate, Bucket Seats
B - This letter is found on selected Baltimore tags. The letter "B" has been found on three 13837 style tags and the letter "F" on a 13427 style tag. The meaning of this letter is unknown.
AA – Tuxedo Black Paint, Upper and Lower
Mechanics
Big Block 402ci V8 Engine – Casting # 3999290
73cfm Holley 4bbl Carb, Dual Feed, Vacuum Secondaries
Side Winder Intake
Muncie 4-Speed Manual Transmission
12 Bolt Rear End with 2.60:1 Gears
Power Steering
Manual Drum Brakes
New Brake Lines
Headers
New Dual Exhaust with Flowmaster Mufflers
HEI Distributor
Accel Wires
Fan Clutch
Chrome Air Cleaner
Aluminum Valve Covers
Nicely Painted Alternator
Independent Front Suspension
4-Link Rear Suspension
New Rear Shocks
New Fuel Lines
New Gas Tank
Body
Beautiful Black Paint
Chrome Bumpers are in Great Shape
SS396 Emblems
Glass is in Great Shape
Excellent Fit and Finish
Solid Straight Body Work
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Solid Trunk is Nicely Splatter Painted
New Trunk Mat, Spare Tire and Jack
Solid Straight Rockers
Tight Pinch Welds
Undercarriage is Clean and Nicely Painted
SS Braces
New Bushings
Solid Floorboards and Frame
Wheel Wells are Solid and Clean
BF Goodrich Radial T/A's – 215/70/15 Front,
Chrome Cragar Wheels
Interior
Beautiful Black Interior
Bucket Seats
Console
Hurst Shifter
Aftermarket Gauges
Beautiful Wood Steering Wheel
Column Mounted Tach
Radio Delete
Black Carpet is in Great Shape
Beautiful Dash Pad and Door Panels
Seatbelts Front and Back
Headliner is in Great Shape
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1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
Description
Frame Off Restored True SS! Big Block 402ci, 4 Speed, PS, Buckets and Console!
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396
VIN 138378B181781
This beautiful Chevelle SS 396 was fully frame off restored in 1997. There are approximately 5,000 miles on the build. The trim tag has some rare codes; the "B" stamping after the interior trim code, as well as the Buick Alternate interior.
VIN Decode
1 - Chevrolet
38 - SS396, 8-Cylinder
37 – 2 Door Sport Coupe
8 - 1968
B – Baltimore, Maryland Assembly Plant
181781 – Sequential Production Number
Trim Tag Decode
04B – April, 2nd Week
190688 144665 – Data Processing Number
13 – Gate Number
68 - 1968
13837 - SS396 2-Door Sport Coupe
BAL – Baltimore, Maryland Assembly Plant
07106 – Body Unit Number
766-178– Black Imitation Leather, Buick Alternate, Bucket Seats
B - This letter is found on selected Baltimore tags. The letter "B" has been found on three 13837 style tags and the letter "F" on a 13427 style tag. The meaning of this letter is unknown.
AA – Tuxedo Black Paint, Upper and Lower
Mechanics
Big Block 402ci V8 Engine – Casting # 3999290
73cfm Holley 4bbl Carb, Dual Feed, Vacuum Secondaries
Side Winder Intake
Muncie 4-Speed Manual Transmission
12 Bolt Rear End with 2.60:1 Gears
Power Steering
Manual Drum Brakes
New Brake Lines
Headers
New Dual Exhaust with Flowmaster Mufflers
HEI Distributor
Accel Wires
Fan Clutch
Chrome Air Cleaner
Aluminum Valve Covers
Nicely Painted Alternator
Independent Front Suspension
4-Link Rear Suspension
New Rear Shocks
New Fuel Lines
New Gas Tank
Body
Beautiful Black Paint
Chrome Bumpers are in Great Shape
SS396 Emblems
Glass is in Great Shape
Excellent Fit and Finish
Solid Straight Body Work
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Solid Trunk is Nicely Splatter Painted
New Trunk Mat, Spare Tire and Jack
Solid Straight Rockers
Tight Pinch Welds
Undercarriage is Clean and Nicely Painted
SS Braces
New Bushings
Solid Floorboards and Frame
Wheel Wells are Solid and Clean
BF Goodrich Radial T/A's – 215/70/15 Front,
Chrome Cragar Wheels
Interior
Beautiful Black Interior
Bucket Seats
Console
Hurst Shifter
Aftermarket Gauges
Beautiful Wood Steering Wheel
Column Mounted Tach
Radio Delete
Black Carpet is in Great Shape
Beautiful Dash Pad and Door Panels
Seatbelts Front and Back
Headliner is in Great Shape
Don't Miss Out! Call Tom 7 Days a Week at 248-974-9513
tom@vanguardmotorsales.com
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