1968 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe 327

Description

Introduced for the 1967 model year, the Camaro was Chevrolet’s answer to the growing pony car segment, combining sporty styling, V8 performance, and a wide range of factory options that made the model an ideal platform for customization. The 1968 model received subtle styling revisions along with a number of safety improvements. One of the most notable changes was the elimination of the quarter vent windows in favor of a one-piece door glass design, giving the Camaro a cleaner, more contemporary appearance.

This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe is powered by a 327 cubic-inch V8 engine paired with a replacement three-speed automatic transmission reportedly sourced from a 1970s-era Chevrolet. Originally finished in Ash Gold, this Camaro hardtop was refinished in Matador Red with black stripes and features the Rally Sport signature concealed headlights, front and rear spoilers, four-wheel disc brake conversion, staggered 17-inch Ridler wheels, and a custom two-tone red and black diamond-stitched interior.

Additional features include an Edelbrock carburetor and intake manifold, an MSD ignition system, an aluminum radiator, a wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel, an aftermarket audio system, and a dual exhaust system with performance headers and bowtie tips.

This modified 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe is now offered with spare parts, a factory assembly instruction manual, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Edelbrock carbureted 327ci V8 engine

• 3-speed automatic transmission

• Refinished in Matador Red with black stripes

• Custom two-tone red and black diamond-stitched interior

• Staggered width 17” Ridler wheels

• Four-wheel disc brakes

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (124378L314355) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet Division

  • 24 – Camaro V8

  • 37 – 2-door Sport Coupe

  • 8 – 1968 model year

  • L – Los Angeles (Van Nuys), California, assembly plant

  • 314355 – Sequential production number

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • 04B – Built during the second week of April 1968

  • 68-12437 – 1968 Camaro Sport Coupe

  • LOS13664 – Los Angeles (Van Nuys), California, assembly plant body number

  • Trim 712 – Black vinyl bucket-seat interior

  • Paint G-2 – Ash Gold exterior with black vinyl top

• Concealed headlamp system

• Wood veneer accent trim

• Front bucket seats

• Center console

Modifications

• Powertrain & Performance:

  • Edelbrock carburetor

  • Edelbrock intake manifold

  • MSD ignition system

  • Polished valve covers

  • Aluminum radiator

  • Aluminum catch can

  • Performance headers

  • Bowtie exhaust tips

  • Fender brace kit

  • Four-wheel disc brake conversion

• Exterior:

  • Refinished in Matador Red with black stripes

  • Staggered width 17” Ridler wheels

  • 327, RS, and SS badging

  • Front and rear spoilers

• Interior:

  • Red and black vinyl diamond-stitch upholstery extending to door panels

  • Wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel

  • Lower dash-mounted Pioneer CD player

  • Parcel shelf-mounted Kicker 6x9” speakers

  • Trunk-mounted amplifier

Servicing

From the seller: “The transmission has been replaced with a unit sourced from a ‘70s-era Chevrolet and the original drum brakes have been upgraded to a four-wheel disc brake setup.”

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and use since repaint

• Driver-side window crank comes loose during operation

• Missing spare tire

Ownership History

From the seller: “I purchased this Camaro from the original owner, and I believe it retains its original engine.”

This Camaro is now offered with a clean California title.

Included Items

• Factory assembly instruction manual

• Spare parts