Convertible · 327 cu in small-block V8

1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 327 Convertible — 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic

The 1968 Corvette Stingray 327 paired the 327 cu in small-block V8 with the 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic in convertible form.

Exact 1968 Corvette reference photograph; exact configuration not verified ·

Photo: Bull-Doser / Wikimedia Commons — Public domain. Cropped to 16:9.

Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim: Corvette Stingray 327
Body style: Convertible
Engine: 327 cu in small-block V8
Transmission: 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic

Configuration-specific ownership

Maintenance for this exact configuration

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Service topics: 9
Factory intervals: 7
Fitment-scoped: 9
Exact references: 1

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V8 oil-wetted paper air-cleaner element — service
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Inspect for dust leaks, holes, or damage and rotate element
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 12,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Replace element
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 24,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
V8 distributor cam lubricator — service
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Turn cam lubricator end-for-end
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 12,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Replace cam lubricator
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 24,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Transmission fluid and lubricant — service
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Powerglide or Turbo Hydra-Matic — check fluid level
Applies to: 1968 · Automatic · United States
Published interval: 6,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Powerglide or Turbo Hydra-Matic — change fluid
Applies to: 1968 · Automatic · United States
Published interval: 24,000 mi · More frequently for trailer pulling, full loads in high heat, mountain operation, or other severe conditions.
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Turbo Hydra-Matic sump strainer — replace
Applies to: 1968 · Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic · United States
Published interval: 24,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Rear-axle lubricant level — check
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 6,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Chassis, clutch cross-shaft, parking-brake mechanism, and hood latch — lubricate
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Chassis and parking-brake mechanism
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 6,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Hood catch and lock plate
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 12,000 mi / 12 months · Whichever occurs first.
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Front wheel bearings — clean and repack
Fitment must be confirmed
Service whenever the wheel and hub are removed; the Corvette lubrication diagram identifies service whenever the brakes are serviced.
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Brake-master-cylinder fluid level — check
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 6,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Battery-terminal felt washers — oil
Sourced interval available
Applies to: 1968 · United States
Published interval: 6,000 mi
Source: Chevrolet — 1968 Chassis Service Manual licensed GM reproduction · Lubrication, pages 0-10 through 0-16; Corvette lubrication diagram, Figure 14 · checked 2026-08-05
Engine oil filter — catalog fitment
Exact reference available
Baldwin B27
This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; the service interval comes from the separately cited Chevrolet schedule.
Applies to: 1968 · United States · Baldwin's exact 1968 Corvette application rows assign B27 to every cataloged engine family; confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering.
Source: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · PDF page 781, Chevrolet 1968 Corvette 327- and 427-cu-in V8 rows — Lube — B27 · checked 2026-08-31
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentBaldwin B27
  Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed
  Cataloged for every documented 1968 Corvette engine family; confirm the installed engine and filter dimensions.
  Catalog: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · PDF page 781, Chevrolet 1968 Corvette 327- and 427-cu-in V8 rows — Lube — B27 · checked 2026-08-31
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