1968 Ford Torino GT Convertible 390

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1968 Ford Torino GT is a stylish, performance‑oriented muscle car that marked the Torino’s debut as Ford’s new intermediate model. Offered as a fastback, hardtop, or convertible, the GT trim emphasized sporty design with bold body lines, bucket seats, and distinctive GT badging. Under the hood, buyers could choose from several V8 engines, including the popular 390ci and the powerful 427ci options, delivering strong acceleration and a classic muscle‑car rumble. Blending comfort, performance, and unmistakable ‘60s styling, the 1968 Torino GT stands as a celebrated icon of Ford’s golden muscle‑car era.

This 1968 Torino GT Convertible is refinished in Sunlit Gold Metallic with a black convertible top and lower bodyside stripes. Power is provided by a 390ci V8 that is fed by an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and paired with a C6 three-speed automatic transmission. Braking is handled by discs up front and drums out back, and the 14” steel wheels wear GT-branded hubcaps. Inside, Pastel Parchment vinyl upholstery covers front bucket seats, where it is contrasted by black carpets.

This Torino GT is now offered at no reserve in Tennessee with a clean South Carolina title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Convertible body refinished in Sunlit Gold Metallic

• 390ci V8 with four-barrel carburetor

• C6 three-speed automatic transmission

• Front disc brakes

• Pastel Parchment vinyl upholstery

Factory Equipment

• Black convertible top

• Lower body-side stripes

• Polished trim

• GT emblem and Tornio, Fairlane, and 390 badging

• 14” steel wheels with trim rings and GT-branded hubcaps

• Front bucket seats

• Cabin heater

• Philco push-button radio

• The body tag decodes as:

  • Body 76D – Torino GT convertible

  • Color Y – Sunlit Gold Metallic

  • Trim 8U – Pastel Parchment Vinyl

  • Date 24A – 24 January, scheduled build date

  • DSO 28 – Louisville, Kentucky, district sales office

  • Axle 1 – 2.75:1 rear axle ratio

  • Trans U – C6 three-speed automatic transmission

• The chassis number (8H43Y117087) decodes as:

  • 8 – 1968 model year

  • H – Lorain, Ohio, final assembly plant

  • 43 – Two-door convertible

  • Y – 390ci 2-Barrel Carburetor V8

  • 117087 – Plant production sequence number

Modifications

• Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor

Servicing & Documentation

• Inspection checklist from September 2023

Known Imperfections

• Dents, scratches, and other exterior blemishes as shown in the gallery

• Evidence of prior repair on left quarter panel

• Cracked right taillight

• Damaged upholstery

• Worn trim

• Detached rearview mirror

Ownership History

The seller acquired this 1968 Ford Torino GT in September 2022 from a family member who reportedly refurbished the car, which included an exterior refinish in its factory shade of Sunlit Gold Metallic.

Included Items

• Two ignition keys

• Top boot

• Assortment of spare and removed parts