1968 Ford Bronco VIN Decoder
Last Updated February 23, 2024 | Kevin BrentFinding parts to restore your vintage '68 Bronco can be challenging. Knowing what parts came stock with your '68 Bronco model help keep your Bronco in running condition and help you maintain the vehicle's authenticity. Luckily, you can obtain this information by deciphering your Bronco's VIN and data plate.
Decoding the data plate can help you determine the series, body style, transmission, axle ratio, and color of your '68 Bronco. The vehicle's VIN will provide you with the engine code as well. Utilizing this data can aid you in refurbishing your Bronco to its original state and detecting any aftermarket components.
1968 Bronco VIN Number Location
If you're looking for your 1968 Bronco's VIN number, the easiest place to find it is on the frame rail. It's located beneath the engine, before the firewall. Depending on your engine configuration, it can be hard to read the VIN from the engine bay. If this is the case, turn the wheel as far to the right as possible and use a camera to take a picture behind the wheel well, above the frame rail. You might have better access to the VIN stamp from behind the wheel.
1968 Bronco VIN Plate Location
The full VIN plate, which includes codes containing your '68 Bronco's production information, is inside the face of the glove compartment door. The top line of the data plate displays the following code categories: color, type, body, transmission, axle, and DSO.
| Color | Code | Sample | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raven Black | A | ||
| Pure White | C | ||
| Sky View Blue | E | ||
| Chrome Yellow | G | ||
| Rangoon Red | J | ||
| Holly Green | L | ||
| Wimbledon White | M | ||
| Boxwood Green | P | ||
| Lunar Green | U | ||
| Meadowlark Yellow | W | ||
| Signal Flare Red | Z | ||
| Pebble Beige | 6 | ||
| Harbor Blue | 7 |
1968 Bronco Trim Packages
1968 was the final model year for the Roadster configuration. The heater and defroster were made standard for all Broncos from 1968 forward.
| Feature | Sport |
|---|---|
| Exterior | |
| Dual Windshield Wipers | S |
| Windshield Washers | S |
| LH Outside Mirror | S |
| Argent-Painted Grille with Bright Aluminum Trim Surround and FORD Letters | S |
| Chrome Headlight Rings | S |
| Chrome Windshield and Window Trim | S |
| Chrome Taillight Bezels | S |
| Chrome Tailgate Release Handle | S |
| Front & Rear Chrome Bumpers | S |
| Front Chrome Bumper Guards (w/ Chrome Bumpers Only) | S |
| “Sport Bronco” Emblem | S |
| Bright Metal Wheel Covers (15-Inch Wheels Only) | S |
| Interior | |
| Parchment Vinyl Simulated-Carpet Front Floor Mat with Bright Metal Retainers | S |
| Vinyl-Covered Door Trim Panels with Bright Metal Moldings | S |
| Satin-Finish Instrument Panel Molding | S |
| Cigar-Cigarette Lighter | S |
| Satin-Finish Horn Ring | S |
| Fresh Air Heater & Defroster | S |
Related: Learn more about what came standard with your 1968 Bronco's trim package.
| Code | Month |
|---|---|
| C42000 - C55999 | November 1967 |
| C56000 - C69999 | December 1967 |
| C70000 - C83999 | January 1968 |
| C84000 - C97999 | February 1968 |
| C98000 - C111999 | March 1968 |
| D12000 - D25999 | April 1968 |
| D26000 - D39999 | May 1968 |
| D40000 - D53999 | June 1968 |
| D54000 - D67999 | July 1968 |
| D68000 - D81999 | August 1968 |
| District Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 11 | Boston |
| 13 | New York |
| 15 | Newark |
| 16 | Philadelphia |
| 17 | Washington |
| 21 | Atlanta |
| 22 | Charlotte |
| 24 | Jacksonville |
| 25 | Richmond |
| 27 | Cincinnati |
| 28 | Louisville |
| 32 | Cleveland | 33 | Detroit |
| 34 | Indianapolis |
| 35 | Lansing |
| 37 | Buffalo |
| 38 | Pittsburgh |
| 41 | Chicago |
| 42 | Fargo |
| 43 | Milwaukee |
| 44 | Twin Cities |
| 45 | Davenport |
| 51 | Denver |
| 52 | Des Moines | 53 | Kansas City |
| 54 | Omaha |
| 55 | St. Louis |
| 61 | Dallas |
| 62 | Houston |
| 63 | Memphis |
| 64 | New Orleans |
| 65 | Oklahoma City |
| 71 | Los Angeles |
| 72 | San Jose |
| 73 | Salt Lake City |
| 74 | Seattle | 75 | Phoenix |
| 81 | Ford of Canada |
| 83 | Government |
| 84 | Home Office Reserve |
| 85 | American Red Cross |
| 89 | Transportation Services |
| 90 | Export |
| Axle Code | Gear Ratio |
|---|---|
| 3 | 4.11 |
| 4 | 4.57 |
| 5 | 4.11 |
| 6 | 4.57 |
| A3 | 4.11 LS |
| A4 | 4.57 LS |
| A5 | 4.11 LS |
| A6 | 4.57 LS |
| 18 | 3.5 |
| 19 | 3.5 |
| B8 | 3.50 LS |
| B9 | 3.50 LS |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| C | 3 Speed Manual |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| L | Michigan Truck |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| U13 | Roadster |
| U14 | Pickup (Includes Sports Pickup) |
| U15 | Wagon (Includes Sports Wagon) |
| Engine Code | Engine Type | Displacement | Bore | Stroke | Compression Ratio | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | Inline-6 | 170 CID | 3.5" | 2.94" | 9.1:1 | 89 hp @ 3,800 RPM | 146 lb-ft @ 2,400 RPM |
| N | V-8 | 289 CID | 4.00" | 2.87" | 9.3:1 | 150 hp @ 4,400 RPM | 242 lb-ft @ 2,400 RPM |
Use Our 1968 Bronco VIN Decoder to Jumpstart Your Restoration
After successfully deciphering the data plate of your 1968 Bronco, you should have a clearer understanding of the standard features that were included with your vehicle.
You can find all of the restoration parts you need on our 1968 Bronco parts page.. Receive useful guides, tools, and content similar to this bysigning up for our newsletter.
If you want to see what came stock on other first-gen Broncos, check out the VIN and data plate information for these Bronco years: 1966, 1967, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977.
Sources: 1968 Ford Buyer's Digest, Ford Heritage
Image Credit: Ford Heritage
