Another build date question

[Merv]

I have searched around and can't see a table or similar for build/production dates of US-sold Karmann 1968 N coupes. My VIN is 11835284 (eng# 3280972). Does any one have an idea of the build date?

[davep]

I would guess March/April 1968 timeframe.
What is the full paint code stamped on the badge?

[Merv]

I was guessing the same based on the steering wheel date, but was not sure as they may well be different from the chassis/engine dates. Original paint code, is 6808, thanks Dave.

[davep]

Thanks Merv. Can you check the full code with prefix & suffix that began in 1968 please.

[Merv]

Where will that be Dave? There is no door frame decal. I also have the tranny number 3281282 (902/1)

[davep]

Normally found on the riveted plate on the left hinge post:

[Merv]

Dave it has a plate the same as the one you show except it is a Karmann Karosserie one

It has the chassis/Vin:

11835284

and what I assumed to be the Glasurit paint code:

68-6808-G

[mfitton]

My book tells me that your Vin# 11835284 is a 911 Karmann Coupe (11835001-11835742), but your engine #3280972 says it is a U.S. 911 Coupe (3280001 - 3281606). Not sure if this is a misprint in the "Red Book", anyone see what I see?

[davep]

Thanks Merv, that is bang on.
Mike, the red book is rife with errors and misdirection; that is the correct (and most likely original) engine for the car.

[Merv]

Thanks gentlemen, my US CoA also tells me that the engine and transmission are all matching at manufacture. Interestingly on an old workshop receipt I see the date Jan 6, 1968 as a production date. Not sure how that was arrived it, or if it is correct.

So, any update on the possible build date?