1968 Chevelle Interiors
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Steering Wheels
The base Chevelle 300 steering wheel looked essentially the same as
the 1967 Chevelle 300 steering wheel but a few changes were made.
The 300 Deluxe steering wheel closely resembled the 1967 300 Deluxe
series.
The Malibu steering wheel was a new design for 1968. While the general
3-bar configuration was carried over from 1967, the entire design differed.
The steering wheel was color coordinated with the interior, contained
two horn buttons on the horizontal bars and a Malibu identification
emblem at the top in the center.
The SS396 wheel is essentially the same as the Malibu wheel but incorporated
an SS396 identification emblem in place of the Malibu identification
emblem. On SS396 models the steering wheel and dash controls area was
done in black regardless of the interior color. The upper dash
area along with the glove box area remained color coordinated with the
interior. Those with white interiors had the complete dash done
in black along with black carpeting, whether Malibu or SS396.
The simulated wood steering wheel was the same as the simulated wood
steering wheel from 1967 and was available on any 1968 Chevelle as option
RPO N34.
Door Panels
Photos of any original 300 series door panels is welcomed.
The 300 Deluxe series door panels were a bit more upscale. Note the
color coordinated knobs for the vent wing and window regulator handle
as well as the door locks.
The Malibu series door panels were upgraded with better materials, a
different design and a bright 'scuff guard' behind the door handle.
The standard SS396 door panels were the same as the Malibu door panels
with the exception of the SS396 emblem in lieu of the Malibu emblem.
Those SS396 Chevelles and Malibus with either the Concours option or
some (not all) Buick replacement interiors received special door panels.
Note the extra bright trim, carpeted lower panel, longer arm rest, and
lack of any Malibu or SS396 identification emblem.
Door panel from a Buick alternative interior 765-118 in a Malibu sport
coupe. Courtesy Fredrik Eliasson
