Single-Family Owned 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Sport Coupe

Description

For 1968, Chevrolet pretty much left well enough alone with its instant hit, the Camaro. The ’67 edition had proven to be a worthy answer to the Mustang, with sales numbers looking strong and Camaro winning 10 of 13 races in the Trans-Am Series. With that kind of momentum, there was no need for major changes.

Some thoughtful minor alterations were made, however. For example, the vent windows that framed the A-pillars were eliminated. With those gone, Chevy had to do something about getting airflow to the driver, so GM installed air vents below the dash, a feature it called “Astro-Ventilation.”

The 1968 Camaro buyers who chose a larger SS engine (350 or 396 cu-in V8) received chrome inserts on the hood, and top-performance models also received multi-leaf rear suspension. In addition, the shocks on all ’68 Camaros were staggered to get rid of a wheel hop issue, the NHTSA mandated side marker lights on the front and rear quarter panels, Chevy moved its engine displacement emblems to the front of the fenders, and rearview mirrors were now rectangular.

This 1968 Camaro RS/SS Sport Coupe has been in the same family since new and was undergoing a restoration when the patriarch of the family passed away. 

Highlights 

• Single-family owned 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 

• Powered by matching-numbers (VIN and block) L48 350 cu-in V8 rated at 295 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque 

• Finished in Grotto Blue paint over black vinyl interior 

• The chassis number (124378N308571) decodes as: 

  • 1 – Chevrolet 

  • 2437 – Camaro 

  • 8 – 1968 model year 

  • N – Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant 

  • 308571 – Sequential production number  

• Engine number 1-8N30857 matches the chassis number 

• Original sticker price of $4,086.50 (about $36,936 today) includes base price of $2,795 plus the options below for an additional $1,291.50: 

  • Special three-speed manual transmission 

  • Black vinyl roof 

  • Power steering 

  • Tinted glass 

  • Air conditioning 

  • Power disc brakes 

  • Electric clock 

  • Center console 

  • AM radio 

  • Manual rear antenna 

  • Rally Sport (RS) equipment: 

    • Concealed headlights 

    • Special grille 

    • Wheel opening moldings 

    • Bright belt moldings 

    • Lower body side holdings 

    • Roof drip moldings 

  • Super Sport (SS) equipment: 

    • 350 cu-in 295 hp V8 engine with four-barrel carb 

    • Chrome accents on hood 

    • Front accent band/hood stripe 

    • Dual exhaust 

    • Wide-oval tires 

  • Custom Interior package: 

    • Special seat and sidewall trim 

    • Deluxe steering wheel 

    • Bright pedal trim 

    • Luggage compartment (trunk) mat 

    • Instrument panel accents and assist grip 

Features 

• Two-door, rear-wheel-drive sport coupe 

• Restoration upgrades through 2020 included: 

  • Rust/dents repaired or replaced  

  • Car repainted 

  • Emblems/badges 

  • Fuel pump and filter 

  • Spark plugs 

  • Engine hoses 

  • Fuel tank 

  • Front brake calipers 

  • A/C condenser 

  • Door mirrors 

  • Seat covers 

  • Vinyl top 

  • Headliner 

  • Headlight assembly 

  • Brake components 

  • Shocks and struts 

• New battery 

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A P215/60 R14 tires 

• Three-spoke steering wheel 

• 120 mph speedometer 

• Astro Ventilation 

• Kraco AM/FM/Cassette radio 

• Lockable glove box 

• Passenger grab bar on dashboard 

• Door pulls 

• Dome light 

• Cigar/cigarette lighter 

• Front and rear seat belts 

 Known Imperfections 

• Interior rearview mirror surface is cloudy and painted edge is chipped 

• Dash paint has chips and scuffs 

• Steering wheel wrap is tearing and surface is worn 

• Rust on seat belts 

• Backs of front seats are worn 

• Paint near rear 350 SS badge is touched up 

• Paint on taillight housing is chipped 

• Radio does not turn on (may be disconnected) 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Window sticker 

• Owner’s manual 

• 1968 Chevrolet Owner Protection Plan 

• 1968 Camaro Factory Assembly Instruction Manual 

• Original Delco AM pushbutton radio 

• Original taillight housing 

• Original SS badges  

• Original wheel trim rings and hub caps 

Ownership History 

This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS was purchased new from Frontier Chevrolet in Bandera, Texas, and it remained with the same owner until his passing in 2020, when his son accepted ownership of the car. “My dad was in the middle of the restoration project when he passed, and the car is currently covered in my garage. He always loved the original look of the car and was making it look that way again.”