Vehicle Description
You've got to appreciate enthusiasts who go all-out on a custom
build, ignoring costs and chasing a dream. This striking 1968
Camaro convertible is a car that not only knows that mindset, it
exists on the very limits of custom ideology. Spectacular in every
regard, from its metallic paint to its potent LS3 and trick, fully
independent suspension, this Chevy has claimed awards and fans
alike. And if you're looking for fast, swank and exclusive, it's
your kind of classic!
GHOSTED 2-TONE WITH A TOUCH OF FLAKE
The Chevy's stunning Charcoal and Root Beer 2-stage has to be seen
in person to be truly appreciated. There's so much flake that the
car literally shimmers in sunlight, and ghosted Rally Stripes add
cool, retro effect to an otherwise modern aesthetic. That crisp
urethane seals a solid body that's been stripped bare, married to
new quarters and massaged straight. And the result is an innovative
and unique drop-top that turns heads everywhere it goes.
Much to traditionalists' delight, all this Camaro's original trim
was restored to show condition during the car's extensive build. No
painted bumpers, no deleted stainless, and not even a
cowl-induction hood. Instead, it's all the wonderful 1968 Camaro
flash that makes these classics so timeless. Era-correct Z/28
badging was added to complement the trick Rally Stripes. Nothing's
cooler than hidden headlights, so Rally Sport trim was a must. The
hood still sports original velocity stack-style louvers. Billet
taillights provide both form and function. And familiar D80
spoilers add a little attitude.
LS NATION
No pro-touring build is complete without a state-of-the-art engine,
and the spry LS3 under this Camaro's stainless-trimmed hood is a
21st century testament to proven small block performance. Sorted,
tuned and ready to roll, that mill spins an impressive 464
horsepower straight to the car's rear wheels! But, as awesome as
that performance is, it pales in comparison to the craftsmanship
that went into finishing this F-Body's clean engine bay. An
extended motor cowl hides the car's intake and coils under custom
paint. A polished air cleaner introduces oxygen while
ceramic-coated, long-tube headers feed 2.5-inch, stainless
Magnaflow exhaust. All accessories, tanks and pulleys have been
polished to match a custom aluminum radiator. And billet fender
braces join billet hood supports and a body-matched master cylinder
to dress up otherwise mundane details.
INDEPENDENT OF TRADITION
As spectacular as its body and engine are, the chassis is where
most of this Panther's greatest modifications have been made. A
fifth-generation Corvette front-clip has been seamlessly grafted
onto the car's subframe, resulting in much improved handling. But
wait, there's more! Out back, a 2003 Mustang Cobra rear-clip does a
brilliant job of pounding power to the pavement. Recently equipped
with fresh coil-overs, that fully independent suspension gets
pushed by an 8.8-inch Ford axle that's packed with friendly, 3.55
gears. Naturally, the transmission is a tough T56 6-speed that's
both fun and relaxed. Stops are easy thanks to Z06 rotors up front
and Mustang Cobra rotors out back. Power rack-and-pinion steering
helps the driver utilize near perfect 50.5 front/49.5 rear weight
distribution. And at the corners, 20-inch Foose blades spin
245/30ZR20 Toyo Proxes in front of 275/30ZR20 Toyo Proxes.
STYLE AND COMFORT
Between the doors, a black leather interior combines the best
elements of modern Corvette and vintage Camaro. Heated bucket
seats, cribbed from Team Corvette, feature 6-way power adjustment
for the car's driver. An old school Camaro dash hangs digital
telemetry next to pushbutton ignition, Vintage Air conditioning and
modern Pioneer audio. Below that dash, a traditional console
toggles a short T-handle shifter between 4-pack accessory gauges
and switches for four power windows. The driver spins a custom
flat-bottom steering wheel around a tilting column. And
leather-wrapped door panels look great framing a leather-wrapped
roll bar and leather-clad rear seats.
Beautifully finished and aggressively sorted, this Camaro is ready
to parade and enjoy. If you're an early Camaro fan and the stock
stuff just doesn't do it for you, here's one that anyone can see is
something special! Call, click or visit https://www.RKMotors.com
for more information.
HIGHLIGHTS
National award-winning Camaro pro-tourer that's the product of a
detailed, ground-up build
6.2 liter LS3 V8 / 464 rear-wheel horsepower
Tremec T56 6-speed manual transmission
Ford 8.8-inch rear axle / 3.55 gears
Modern air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Corvette independent front suspension / Mustang independent rear
suspension
Customized leather interior / Modern audio
20-inch Foose wheels
Charcoal Metallic and Root Beer Metallic paint
Build photos
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
