Vehicle Description
There is a certain beauty in honesty, especially when it comes to
this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro convertible. It's a well-documented
survivor with its numbers-matching V8 and a real period-correct
vibe all around. It makes for an iconic classic that really is for
the collectors out there.
It's hard not to get excited when you see the first-gen Camaro
presented in its bold and factory-correct code R1 Matador Red. It's
true classic lacquer paint that shows all the right signs of being
the original factory application. This includes the imperfections
because after all, a survivor is supposed to tell a story. So, it
helps show over a half-century of history in the finish and aging
to the original convertible top. This is pretty exciting if you're
a survivor fan, and it's ok if you're not, because we have a few
examples of restored Camaros elsewhere. The desirability of this
classic is in finding an icon that looks very untouched, and
because it has averaged less than 1,400 miles annually, it has a
level of a well-respected fit today.
The included window sticker tells us this had some desirable
features, including the red interior that looks so cool against the
exterior red paint. The level of care here is especially where the
low mileage shows its advantage. The low-back bucket seats look
great, so you know this was never neglected in the sunshine with
the top down. You'll love the little details, too, like the
wood-style trim, working heat/defrost, and the AM radio still turns
on (it may need servicing to pick up stations.) Even the trunk has
a highly authentic style - right down to the mat. You slip behind
the original three-spoke wheel and look at the factory gauge
arrangement set in the European-inspired dual pod design. It all
gives a great survivor feeling that's pure vintage cool.
Under the hood is Chevrolet's hardy and powerful 327 cubic-inch V8.
It's dressed nicely with Chevy orange paint on the block, intake,
and valve covers. This has been resprayed to keep the motor looking
vibrant, but that's fine when you know you have the history of the
numbers-matching block underneath. It's an overall tidy
presentation where people will see so much originality, that
they'll likely be more about pointing out the few upgrades, like
the newer master cylinder and Optima red top battery. It's been
under proper care, and so that means it fires up with ease and runs
as a good small-block should. Add in the Powerglide automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, and upgraded front
discs, and this makes it an easy choice for weekend cruising.
The sale comes complete with all the right pieces. This includes
paperwork like the dealer invoice, original bill of sale, window
sticker, warranty card, owner's manual, service manuals, title
documentation, and maintenance records. There are also spare
components, like an extra trunklid w/spoiler and correct-style
wheels with redline tires (the disc brakes upgrade meant they no
longer fit.) Are you starting to see how much of a comprehensive
survivor this is? That's why it has even been a two-time best
survivor award winner at the Camaro Grand Nationals. We know this
high level of originality is the kind of package that will never go
out of style, which is why we know this Camaro will be leaving our
showroom soon. Call now!
