1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible 396 Tribute

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.  

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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The 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS represented the second model year of Chevrolet’s answer to the Ford Mustang, combining style, performance, and versatility.

“Camaro Rally Sport—A touch of class with hidden headlights and bright trim.” The RS (Rally Sport) package added distinctive hidden headlights, revised taillights, RS badging, and bright exterior trim, giving the Camaro a more upscale appearance.

“Camaro SS—Chevrolet’s Super Sport version of its hot new car.” The SS (Super Sport) package focused on performance, offering a choice of potent V8 engines, including the 350-cubic-inch small-block and the 396 big-block, along with upgraded suspension, power front disc brakes, and SS badging.

In 1968, Chevrolet refined the Camaro’s design with the elimination of vent windows and the introduction of Astro Ventilation. Side marker lights were added to meet new federal safety regulations, and the grille and taillight designs were updated. Buyers could combine RS and SS packages, resulting in a visually striking and powerful muscle car.

The RS/SS Camaro was available as a coupe or convertible, and it offered a wide range of factory options, from deluxe interiors to performance upgrades. With its aggressive styling and strong performance, the 1968 Camaro RS/SS became a favorite among enthusiasts — and this tribute benefits from a comprehensive restoration.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Comprehensive restoration, see Additional Documents for restoration photos

• Refinished in Butternut Yellow (Y) with a black convertible top

• Black (714) bucket seat interior

• 396 cu-in Turbo-Jet big-block V8

• Four-speed TH-700R4 automatic transmission with overdrive

• Air conditioning

• The chassis number (124678N443001) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet Division

  • 24 – Camaro model with V8 engine

  • 67 – Convertible body style

  • 8 – Model year: 1968

  • N – Assembly plant: Norwood, Ohio

  • 443001 – Sequential production number

Features

• RS Package (Rally Sport):

  • Hidden headlights with vacuum-operated doors

  • RS-specific grille and parking lights

  • Bright exterior trim (wheel well moldings, rocker moldings)

  • RS badging on fenders and rear panel

  • Revised taillights with backup lights below the bumper

• SS Package (Super Sport):

  • SS emblems on grille, fenders, and gas cap

  • Simulated air intakes on the hood

  • Blacked-out grille (when not combined with RS)

  • Special suspension with stiffer springs and shocks

  • Power front disc brakes

  • 15-inch Rally wheels wearing 205/65R15 BF Goodrich Redline radials

  • Console gauges

• MSD ignition box hidden under center console

• GM 10-bolt rear end (gear ratio unknown)

• Radio

• Dual pusher electric fans

• Alternator

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• When alarm system fob is used it turns off MSD ignition and car won’t run

• Passenger side rear fender chips and light scratches

• Driver side door jamb shows paint discoloration

• Power driver seat inoperable

Included

• Keys and alarm fob

• Spare tire

• Convertible tonneau cover

• Delco factory-look battery cover

Ownership History

This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible Tribute is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.