1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible

Description

The second-generation Chevrolet Chevelle hit 1968 like a bomb, with the redesigned A-body’s sweeping fastback lines instantly captivating buyers. An updated frame with a shorter 112-inch wheelbase, paired with a compliant coil-spring suspension, delivered both confident handling and everyday comfort. And with 300, Concours, and Malibu trim levels, Chevy offered a Chevelle for any budget.

Reportedly refurbished at Lasky Coachworks in Los Angeles under previous ownership, this '68 396 SS now wears a black exterior finish paired with a red interior with vinyl bucket seats and color-keyed interior panels and carpets. A horseshoe-style console shifter controls the TH400 3-speed automatic transmission, regulating power between the 396ci V8 and 3.73:1 PosiTraction rear differential, and additional features include 14" wheels wrapped in Firestone redline tires, a power-assisted black vinyl convertible top, power steering, power-assisted front disc brakes, and air conditioning, and a teak wood-rimmed steering wheel.

This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible is now offered by a Broad Arrow Group specialist with a service manual, factory assembly instruction manual, tonneau cover, and a clean California title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Refinished in black with a red vinyl interior

• Power-operated black convertible soft top

• 14” wheels with Firestone Super Sports redline tires

• Equipped with power steering, power-assisted brakes, and air conditioning

• Reportedly refurbished by Lasky Coachworks of Los Angeles

Factory Equipment

• 396ci V8 engine

• TH400 3-speed automatic transmission

• 3.73:1 PosiTraction rear axle

• Power-assisted front disc brakes, rear drums

• Bowtie mirrors

• Bucket seats with console

• Horseshoe-style shifter

• Tilt steering column

• Teak wood-rimmed steering wheel

• Barrel-style tachometer

• Power windows

• Delco AM/FM radio

• 8-track Blue Light stereo

• The chassis number (138678Z164849) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • 38 – SS 396

  • 67 – 2-Door Convertible

  • 8 – 1968

  • Z – Fremont, California, assembly plant

  • 164849 – Sequential production number

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • Style: 68 13867 – Chevelle SS396 2-door convertible

  • Body: BF00114 – Fremont, California, assembly unit number

  • Trim: 774 – Blue vinyl

  • Paint: L1 – Teal Blue, white top

  • Build Date: 06D – Built the fourth week of June

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections as seen in the photo gallery

• Paint chip on the driver-side rocker panel

Ownership History

This vehicle was reportedly refurbished by Marc Lasky of Lasky Coachworks. Under current ownership, this example is said to have been used for local car shows.

Included Items

• Service manuals

• Display poster

• Multiple keys

• Spare tire

• Tonneau cover

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Blake Wingrove Phone: 616.822.8589 Email: bwingrove@hagerty.com