I have always considered the 1960s as the greatest decade in automotive history. Europe gave us icons like the Jaguar E-Type, while the release of the Ford Falcon GT and the Holden Monaro signalled the start of Australia’s horsepower war. However, North American manufacturers came of age during the 1960s, with pony, personal luxury, and muscle cars cementing their places in folklore. Few classics better embody the muscle car era than this 1968 Plymouth GTX. Its stunning good looks and potent V8 didn’t ask for respect: They demanded it. This beauty features its numbers-matching engine under the hood, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the GTX listed here on eBay in Bloomington, Illinois. The seller set their BIN at $67,995 OBO for a car needing nothing but a new home.

Plymouth dipped its toe in the water with the GTX in 1967, though a new generation with significant styling updates appeared in 1968. This GTX rolled off the line during that model year, ordered by its first owner in dazzling Electric Blue Metallic with a Black vinyl top. The seller waxes lyrical about its presentation and condition, and it is seemingly impossible to disagree with their assessment. The paint possesses an exceptional depth of color and shine, and the vinyl top looks excellent. The laser-straight panels feature tight and consistent gaps, and there is no rust to spoil the ownership experience. In fact, the car’s exterior condition and the spotless original factory floors visible in the sole underside shot suggest that someone spent considerable time restoring this GTX to an almost factory-fresh state. The exception is the Jegs wheels, which are a later addition.

Purists will welcome the news that this GTX is a numbers-matching vehicle. I love leafing through Sales Brochures, because they are a source of wonderful information and some pretty impressive images. The ’68 GTX Brochure confirms that this car’s 440ci V8 delivers 375hp and 480 ft/lbs of torque, which feeds to the road via a four-speed manual transmission. The ’68 GTX was a genuinely fast car off the line, capable of holding its own against most of its logical competition. This Plymouth’s engine bay presents extremely well, and it doesn’t flatter to deceive. The GTX runs and drives perfectly, ready to provide its new owner with immediate motoring pleasure.

The luxury leanings of the GTX are evident in its interior. This car features bucket seats, a console, lashings of faux woodgrain trim, a pistol grip shifter, a factory tachometer, and a radio/8-track player. The wheel, a gauge beside the driver’s right knee, and an underdash CD player appear to be the only aftermarket additions, but removal of those items would be easy if the buyer prefers a “stock” look. The White vinyl upholstery was a bold choice, but its condition is exceptional. There is no wear, marks, or evidence of yellowing. The carpet, painted surfaces, and padding continue the Blue theme set by the exterior, and they look fantastic. I’m unsure whether it is perfect, but this interior doesn’t miss the mark by much if it isn’t.

The 1968 Plymouth GTX offered enthusiasts the opportunity to combine muscle car performance with a comfortable motoring experience. That year’s production figure of 18,272 vehicles across both body styles fell short of its sibling, the Road Runner’s tally of 44,599, but it was sufficient to keep the badge on sale until 1974. It became part of the Road Runner range in 1972, but the GTX had undoubtedly cemented its place in enthusiasts’ hearts by then. This 1968 example is a beauty, and its numbers-matching status accentuates its desirability. Strong listing statistics confirm that this car has attracted attention since hitting the market, but do you feel that is enough for the seller to taste sales success?