This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS is sort of at an unusual stage, and I have to agree with Barn Finds tipster Ted when he wrote to us saying he’s a bit confused by the ad and the photos. However, I also concur with him that this one looks like an interesting project car as well, so let’s dive in and figure out what’s going on. If you’re also seeing potential here, this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS project is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and can be found here on Facebook Marketplace. The seller says his price of $10,000 cash is non-negotiable, and that no trades will be considered. Last but not least, we’d like to thank reader Ted for his tip and input here!
Something on the confusing list is the second photo, which shows a fine-looking engine under the hood that appears like it’s ready for business. However, this is a teaser, as it’s not until picture #14 that we find the bay empty. In all fairness, the seller does make clear in his ad text that this one’s a roller, as he states in all caps NO MOTOR OR TRANSMISSION. Some good news is that the rear end is still intact, and it’s a positraction unit with 4.11 gears, so if you’re jonesing for something that dominates stoplight to stoplight, this should get the job done nicely. We don’t get any explanation about why this F-Body went from sporting an engine and transmission to having neither, but if you’ve got these components handy, this seems like a fine car to accommodate them.
On the positive side is the body, which is said to have no dents, no rust, and no bondo. Most of the photos show the car with all the panels in grey primer, but there’s one shot where the rear bumper area looks black, so I’m guessing this is because the listing shows an assortment of pictures taken at varying times. There’s no mention of whether the missing exterior components are included, such as the door hardware, windshield, trim, and lights, but these should be fairly easy to source. Hopefully, the body was well-prepped before the primer was applied, and it’s not far from ready for a fresh coat of paint.
Inside, the floor looks like it’s gotten attention already, but there’s another photo conundrum in which a pair of front buckets are shown in one of the shots. The owner clearly states these seats are not included, and I don’t know why they are shown, just don’t expect these or very many other interior components to be present. However, it’s good to see a clutch pedal, and the seller confirms this one is a factory 4-speed car. This 1968 Camaro SS is somewhat mysterious, but with all the work that’s been done already, this coupe seems like it’s at a good starting point for the next owner to take over and finish. What are your thoughts here?
Body looks nice, but after sourcing all the parts, motor, tranny, minus labor, where are you at for a resto mod…
Other than the sell calling it an SS, what evidence is there? No original engine, transmission or rear end (all 1968 SS’s came with a 12 bolt) to help verify. All it is is a gutted 1968 Camaro roller in primer without a title for $10,000. Primer hides a multitude of issue, a friend that owns a body shop was vehemently opposed to buying cars in primer, he said you are better off with a car that has an old faded paint job.
The seller would have no use for the seats unless he’s using them on another Camaro/Firebird. What else from this car might be earmarked for something else. A potential buyer would need to catalog all the small parts that come with it, replacing missing items adds up quickly will nickel and dime them to death.
For $10,000 the seller needs to have a title in hand, it’s too much money to chance that everything will go smoothly at the DMV. If it’s a simple/trouble free task why wouldn’t he have done it?
Steve R
Yeah, for them to do all this work and stop makes me wonder why, could be a good reason or something that is a big mess to deal with. When I see people say no rust I’m a skeptic, I’ve come across it numerous times and there was rust. Maybe the seller has pictures of it naked, without primer to prove it? If I were interested I’d do my homework, check with my local DMV and inspect it myself. $10k is not too high.
I beg to differ, 10K is WAY too high.
Steve R: I agree 100% re: the lack of a title. To me that a huge red flag, especially at the asking price. I also question why this thing was apparently nearly all put together but is now just a roller. Extreme caution is recommended with this one.
Agreed! When I went to sell my 68 AMX 20 years ago my title had gone missing. I’m WI and after a certain amount of time, there is no record when registration hasn’t been kept current.
So I had to call the sheriff department and have them give it a once over, check my ID, and then sign a form giving me the go ahead to title it… Not a big deal. I’m sure other states aren’t too much different (or at least has a defined path to accomplish the same thing), so why didn’t this guy go through the process?
The other red flag is the firm language of their terms of sale in the ad…and it’s repeated. I wouldn’t even try to deal with this person, no matter how interested I was (and I’m not).
why do all the work that was done here and not have a title? and you want somebody to hand you 10k? this ad reeks of some bad s**t
Ken, I do agree a title would be of great assurance to a potential buyer especially with the price of the car. However, on the flip side , That does open the possibility of
of price difference taking place also. A large number of these old muscle cars 50 years plus, have arrived in our modern world minus their birth certificate, for one reason or another. I currently have 3 SS Chevelle’s without titles, which I have owned for over 10 years, waiting their turn for restoration. I have never had a problem acquiring a legitimate title on any vehicles..paper work is a pain, yes, but not impossible. Worse case situation, going in front of a Judge requesting a direct order to your local DMV for a title or acquiring a bonded title. In this case the owner may have the same thought process..not necessarily a big issue. Take care.
This ad with pictures from different times and including not included parts gives me a headache. Just take current pics. Anyone interested should go in person. No title means no 10 grand to me