Although some enthusiasts prefer their classic original and unmolested, others will happily compromise if the vehicle in question is solid, clean, and will provide immediate motoring pleasure. Such would appear to be the case with this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible. It is an extremely tidy driver-grade car that is ready to hit the road with a new owner behind the wheel. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this beauty listed here on Craigslist in Auburn, Washington. You could drive it home after handing the seller $38,500.
Chevrolet introduced its First Generation Camaro for the 1967 model year as a worthy competitor to Ford’s all-conquering Mustang. Initial sales were very respectable, with volumes climbing in 1968. The company adopted an evolutionary approach to styling changes, helping to retain the Camaro’s crisp looks that had won it favor in the market. This 1968 Convertible presents nicely in Blue with a contrasting White soft-top. The seller doesn’t mention a restoration history, although the lack of significant paint and panel imperfections suggests that it may have received some cosmetic TLC. The paint looks nice, the top fits tightly, and the panels are straight. However, the best news may hide below the surface. Early pony cars developed a reputation for rust problems, helping to explain why Dynacorn has a thriving business producing replacement panels and complete bodyshells. This Camaro hasn’t suffered that fate, with the underside shots supporting the seller’s claim that the dreaded tin worm has never attacked it. The Camaro is an inherently attractive vehicle, an impression accentuated by this car’s rear spoiler and Rally wheels.
The “Blue” theme set by this Camaro’s exterior continues when we examine its interior. The seller has added an aftermarket stereo and a gauge cluster, but it is otherwise as it left the factory. Apart from body rust, interiors are sometimes a problem as trim can deteriorate with age, something that is impossible to hide in any Convertible with the top down. That isn’t an issue here, because everything is tidy, clean, and free from wear. There is no evidence of abuse, and the new owner could take this Camaro anywhere with their head held high.
Powering this Camaro is a 327ci V8 that the seller confirms isn’t numbers-matching. Its specifications are unclear, but it should deliver at least 210hp to the non-original three-speed TH-350 automatic transmission. Those preferring an effortless driving experience will undoubtedly welcome the power assistance for steering and the front disc brakes. The good news keeps coming with this classic, which is a turnkey proposition. Summer might be fading away, but there are still opportunities available for the buyer to hit the road for some immediate classic motoring gratification before the weather turns nasty.
This 1968 Camaro Convertible is a tidy vehicle that has avoided the rust issues that often plague these classics. The seller’s price isn’t chicken feed, but it is consistent with current market expectations for a Camaro of this caliber. The only possible downside is that values have dropped over the past year, although it hasn’t been a dramatic slump that marks these classics as a lost cause. The situation has stabilized, which could be a sign that values may soon return to their former levels. If that proves the case, parking this Convertible in your garage today could be a wise move.
Very nice Camaro and very clean. I would change the yellow spark plug wires and the aftermarket guages.
Very nice. For the price I would definitely get it checked out. The only thing that I noticed is it looks like a it has bottomed out a few times from the condition of the oil pan.
Another nice find.
Seems to me like the seller might have included a little, (lot) more information considering the asking price. Still, it appears to be a nice example of a ’68 rag top.
Very nice cruiser and for what first gen Camaros go for these days not a bad price.
So what’s wrong with just buying a nice car and enjoying it!
In 1978 a friend had a very similar 68 Camaro. The same colors exterior/top/interior, but it had the cowl induction hood (cool) and a powerglide (not cool).
One day he was driving like a typical teenager, lost control on wet pavement and parked it in the same spot as a large oak tree on the neighbors parkway. After that it had a large “C” shaped void in the passenger fender and got parked in a junkyard.
That happened to a lot of those cars back then. Teenagers chewed them up and the car crusher spit them out. (Lost track of the friend or I’d tell him about this car)
To quote an old song, “those were the days my friend, we thought they would never end.
Trunk floor appears to have rust underneath whatever was used in the past to cover it up. There’s cracking an bubbling with rust starting to show.
I’m so tempted to go after this car!