Vehicle Description
This is it, the legend, done just the way you'd want. This is a
real-deal 1968 Camaro Z/28 with a great color combination, a
blistering numbers-matching 302 motor, a quick-shifting Muncie
4-speed, and the ultra-desirable RS package. Beautifully and
expensively restored, it's not quite a trailer queen (although it's
close) and we're quite certain you'll have a hard time staying out
of the driver's seat as you take it from show to show. This is one
heck of a Z/28!
Born as a Code UU LeMans Blue, the restorers did the right thing
and didn't opt for a color change. Switching away from this iconic
shade of blue would be simple blasphemy, and we're happy the color
lives on. Paint and bodywork are outstanding with virtually zero
issues with prep or final finish, making this Z look absolutely
spectacular. But it's not like all those Hugger Orange cars out
there, and even with white stripes, this is a more subdued hammer
for prowling the streets and chances are that nobody will notice
what a ferocious piece this is until it's way too late. A few
dress-up pieces like the bright chrome bumpers, chin spoiler, and
proper RS hidden headlights are always a welcome option on a
high-performance classic car like this. A ducktail spoiler out back
makes it look suitably racy and all the proper Z/28 badges are in
place. Nobody will mistake this for anything other than what it is,
and we've found that cars like this are always in demand.
Basic black has always suited the Camaro best, and with the Z/28's
all-business attitude, the surroundings are ideally suited to
high-performance driving. The buckets wear quality reproduction
seat covers that are more defined then most and the door panels are
nicely rendered with great bright trim. Lots of desirable options
include a center console, factory tachometer and clock, and the
gauge package ahead of the chrome Hurst shifter. An original AM/FM
radio is still in the dash, and amazingly it still working, or
maybe you'd just prefer the song of the 302 much better than
anything on the radio anyway. The woodgrain steering wheel and
woodgrain applique on the dash and center console is gorgeous and
adds some warmth to the all-black interior, and embroidered
Chevrolet floor mats are there to keep the carpets in shape. This
car also sports a recent trunk mat that fits very well, plus a
full-sized spare and jack assembly that's also tucked away neatly
under a matching mat.
Experts will be pleased to note that a numbers-matching MO-code 302
remains under the hood, cackling and snarling like it should. The
bright Chevy Orange paint, chrome valve covers, and matching chrome
air cleaner complete with stock decals all add to the performance
air under the hood, and it's got all the correct little pieces,
too. There's a Holey 4-barrel carburetor on top, a correct intake,
and the factory exhaust manifolds weren't swapped out for any noisy
headers, so the dual exhaust sounds just right. The
numbers-matching 4-speed Muncie snaps through the gears with
authority and a heavy-duty 12-bolt rear end keeps up with the 302
V8 without complaint. The underside is extremely clean and nicely
refinished, but again, it's going to be hard to relegate this one
to show-only status despite the quality. There's a newer gas tank
out back, fresh lines and hoses everywhere, and power steering and
power front disc brakes ensure a great ride each time out. Correct
Rally wheels offer the right look and carry 215/65/15 BFGoodrich
redline radials for a performance look.
The 1968 Z/28 is one of the most desirable of the early Camaros,
particularly with the RS package. Beautifully restored with an eye
towards originality, we can guarantee this Z won't last long, so
call today!