Vehicle Description
If you are one of a growing number of people who appreciate
"survivor" cars, or if you are just looking for a sweet convertible
to drive, then you will want to check this one out. While people
may argue about the precise definition of "survivor", this '68
Camaro RS convertible is definitely a contender for the title. This
is an all stock, numbers matching car.
Rarity has a big impact on the desirability and value of a car that
is preserved through time the way it was delivered back in the day,
wear, blemishes and all. How many unmolested first gen Camaro
convertibles are left in the world? Who knows, but most people
would agree that this car is one of them and fits the definition of
the category. Butternut Yellow is a beautiful color on these cars,
especially in combination with the white top. The car appears to
have all it's original panels and only repainted one time! The
chrome and trim are in nice shape, looks older, and is possibly all
original too. The power convertible roof is in decent shape with no
tears, but does show some discoloration. Of-course, nobody messes
with an RS grill with the hideaway headlights except to fix and
preserve it, so no worries there. Factory steel wheels with trim
rings and Chevrolet wheel centers complete the look on the
outside.
The interior of this car is white, code 730, which indicates
Parchment custom buckets. It is nice and clean with wear that is
consistent with its age. The front door panels on the car are
replacements, and look great, but if you are focused on the
survivor aspect, don't worry, the original ones come with the car.
The dash pad looks great too, but may have been replaced also. The
dash, gauges, vents and controls are all stock and original. It
appears that the radio in the upper console is still the original
unit, although it may need a little attention to wake it back up.
The horseshoe shifter for the 3-speed automatic sits nicely in the
center console which extends back between the seats and has a nice
little compartment to stash things in. Seats and carpet all appear
to be original and are in great shape with minor wear, again
consistent with their age.
Pop the hood and you will find that numbers matching 327 sitting
nicely in an engine compartment that is neat and clean and stock.
There are signs of normal and regular maintenance. There are newer
belts and hoses, as you would expect on a car that is 50 years old.
The stock air cleaner that sits on top of the 2-bbl Rochester carb
got the job done quite nicely back in the day, and still does. The
intake, heads, manifolds and exhaust are all stock too. Factory and
stock are also the words of the day for the rest of the drivetrain.
Transmission, suspension, steering, brakes.
This car is a good looking, fun car. It was when it was built new,
and it still is. Driver, or survivor. Whatever your preference is,
come on down and check out this sweet little convertible.