Photo Ad * 1968 RS/SS

1968 RS/SS

$57,500

For sale is my original 1968 RSSS Camaro which was assembled during the third week of December 1967 (12C) in Norwood, OH. This Camaro retains it’s born with original numbers matching drive train, which consists of a 396 cubic-inch 325 horsepower engine (L35), Turbo Hydro-Matic 400 automatic 3-speed transmission (M40), and a 12-bolt posi-traction rear end with a 3:07 gear ratio (G80). There are several rare components associated with the car that are worth noting; such as, big block with AC, original black SS396 (GM stopped painting black mid-production year) with red interior, and very rare headrest. Have clear VA title in my name. I purchased this first generation Camaro in 2002 and immediately began a complete ground-up, frame-off, rotisserie restoration process, which took over four years to finish. The goal of this project was to put the vehicle back to a well deserved original condition, if not better than when it left the showroom floor. Car drives and runs as good as it looks. This is the real deal, as you will see, there are many many many original parts used during this restoration.
Jerry MacNeish of Camaro Hi-Performance, Inc. authenticated, certified, and appraised the vehicle in May 2008, copy of the certification and report available upon request. Several hundred pictures of the entire restoration process will be included with the sale. Car has been involved with a couple studies conducted by CRG members, mainly the radiator tag and rare 68 headrest option. Pictures of the headrest are posted on the CRG website. In my opinion, this vehicle belongs in someone’s collection, museum, or dealership, so others can enjoy a true original big block Camaro that retains the majority of its’ originality.

Cowl Tag Info:
                                          12C

                              ST        68-12437         NOR    59816  BODY

                              TR       724                              -   -      PAINT

 
Exterior

Original floor and trunk pans
Original rocker panels
New GM full rear quarter panels
New GM RS fenders and extensions
New GM inner fenders
Original SS hood
New GM cowl panel
New Rear GM spoiler
Original header panel
Original doors
Original bumpers (replated by Tri-City Plating, TN)
Original bumper guards (replated by Tri-City Plating, TN)
Original Reveal molding (professionally restored)
Aftermarket lower body molding
Original RS grill
Aftermarket headlight bezels
Original RS headlight door covers
Original Astro-Ventilation tinted side glass
Replacement tinted windshield and back glass (have originals)
Aftermarket taillight bezels
Aftermarket marker lights
Aftermarket remote mirror (original interior control base)
Original drip-rail molding
Original windshield and back glass molding
Aftermarket hood bezels
Aftermarket door handles
Original RS equipment, except aftermarket vacuum canisters
Underneath car media blasted painted using etch primer with Urethane top coat
Exterior professionally painted with Dupont Base Coat Clear Coat

Chassis and Suspension

Subframe media blasted primed and painted with POR15
All new stock suspension parts installed
Original sway bar
Original steering gear box with new pitman arm
Original front brake drums
Original transmission cross-member
Aftermarket fuel lines
Aftermarket brake lines
Aftermarket transmission lines
New GM fuel tank (clearcoat)
New Delco fuel sending unit
Original emergency brake assembly
Original 12-bolt rear end 3.07:1 with new seals and original brake drums (PG1212G2)(#3894860NF K277)
Original 5-leaf rear springs
Original brake distribution block (under driver’s door)
Original brake master cylinder (professionally restored)
Aftermarket ralley wheels, bands and centers (have original SS hubcaps)
Original XN code 14x7 wheel and bias-ply tire for spare
Original jack, stand, hook, and lug wrench
Original body to frame bumpers

Interior

Original seats with aftermarket covers (PUI)
Original headrest (very rare option, only 2,234 in 1968)
Aftermarket door panels with original emblems and trim
Aftermarket carpet
Aftermarket headliner with original bows
Aftermarket dash pad (have original dash pad)
Original floor console
Original shifter
Original door and window mechanisms
Original interior trim
Original custom steering wheel
Original AM radio (works great)
Original heater/AC controls
Original woodgrain dash panel and ashtray
Original speedo/fuel gauge cluster
Original ignition switch and exterior locks
Original pedal covers
Aftermarket wiring harness (have original)

Engine and Transmission

Engine completely rebuilt (minor performance modifications, just above stock)(Pad T1204MY 18N360182)
Original 396/325 block cleaned/checked and bored 0.040 (#3916323)
New pistons and rings
Original rods cleaned/checked
Original crank cleaned/checked (standard/standard)
CompCam with hydraulic lifters and roller tip rockers
Original heads cleaned/checked - 3 angle valve job with all new valve train parts (#3917215 K307)
Original intake cleaned/checked (#3883948 K177)
Numbers matching date coded exhaust manifolds (#3909879LH & 3916178RH K47)
Aftermarket stock exhaust system
Original distributor
Original coil
Original water pump (professionally restored) (#3356284 K257)
Original starter (professionally restored)
Numbers matching date coded alternator
4-barrell Q-jet carburetor
Aftermarket chrome valve covers
Aftermarket air cleaner top with original base
Correct date coded spark plug wires
Original voltage regulator
Original engine brackets
Original pulleys
Original windshield wiper motor, transmission and assembly
Original TH-400 3-Speed transmission (professionally rebuilt with mild shift kit) (68C336 CC-68-10431)
Original Harrison radiator tanks with tag and aftermarket 4-core
Aftermarket fan shroud
Original air condition equipment -- evaporator, compressor, POA, and expansion valve (professionally restored by Classic Auto Air) (system hasn’t been charged since restoration, will make sure system is charged and working properly prior to transaction)

As you can see above, I've tried to list everything to help describe the car and do it to the best of my knowledge. I'll be glad to supply additional pictures and information upon request. Please serious inquiries only! Asking price is way less than Jerry's appraised value.
Asking $57,500.00
More pictures here.
Vehicle being sold as is where is with no warranty implied.

For more information and pictures contact Tim Pace
Email: twppace@yahoo.com
Phone: (276) 732-1182 (cell)
Location: Collinsville, VA