Vehicle Description
Offered here is one of the rarest and most fascinating
first-generation Camaros ever built-a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
Convertible that stands as a true unicorn in the collector car
world. This is not just a classic Camaro; it's an extraordinarily
optioned, historically significant survivor, believed to be a GM
promotional vehicle wearing the incredibly rare and short-lived D88
stripe option that was offered in early 1968 and then abruptly
cancelled following the GM labor strike that began in January of
that year. Finished in its original Matador Red with Ivory
Houndstooth interior, this unrestored car still retains
approximately 80% of its factory paint and boasts a remarkable
pedigree backed by documentation, provenance, and magazine feature
history.
One of the standout elements of this car is the D88 color nose
stripe - a factory option so rare it was cancelled mid-year in
1968, making this one of the very few known to exist. It's
speculated that this exact Camaro was part of a GM promo campaign
due to its extremely high option content and unusual factory
details. Fittingly, the VIN ends in "88," adding an almost poetic
coincidence to its D88 status. This car was even featured in Motor
Trend Magazine and immortalized in a 1:24-scale model, with the
actual model included in the sale.
According to DMV and title records, the Camaro shows just 12,692
miles since new, believed to be original, and is backed by
ownership history dating back to the 1980s. Under the hood lies the
original numbers-matching L34 396ci V8 rated at 350 horsepower-one
of just 2,579 such big-block RS/SS Camaros built. It's mated to a
Turbo 400 automatic transmission, which is non-original but
era-correct. The original sheet metal is intact and wears the
aging, checkered finish of its mostly untouched 1968 lacquer paint,
showing honest flaws that speak to its status as a true
survivor.
This car is absolutely loaded with factory options, making it one
of the most heavily equipped first-gen Camaros ever assembled.
Among the highlights: Rally Sport package, Super Sport package,
power convertible top, Soft-Ray tinted glass, Comfortilt sport
steering wheel, power front disc brakes, air conditioning, and
factory speed control. Inside, the Ivory Houndstooth interior is
complemented by custom deluxe seat belts, power windows (1 of only
3,304 built), folding rear seat, and auxiliary instrumentation
including the ultra-rare speed warning indicator and fiber optic
light monitors (1 of only 1,755 Camaros so equipped).
Additional features include head restraints, AM/FM push-button
radio with stereo 8-track player and Multiplex system, space-saver
spare tire, heavy-duty battery, center console with auxiliary
panel, tri-volume horn, remote left mirror, and appearance guard
group. The stereo system, dash instrumentation, and accessory
lighting groups were reserved for only the highest-end examples,
further confirming this Camaro's possible use as a GM display or
executive promotional vehicle.
Accompanying the car is an original 1968 unedited sales brochure
showcasing the D88 option, a second edited edition, two vintage
Camaro hats, a vintage Polaroid camera that reflects the spirit of
the D88 campaign, and an NCRS shipping data report confirming its
build date of April 4, 1968-a historically significant day, as it
coincided with the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a heavily
documented, unrestored survivor that is both historically and
mechanically significant. Whether you're a seasoned Camaro
collector or a passionate historian of American automotive design,
this 1968 RS/SS D88 Camaro Convertible is a crown jewel that may
never be duplicated again. Rarely does such an option-laden,
untouched piece of Chevrolet history become available. Don't miss
your chance to be the next steward of this incredible car.
South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty
collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle
is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US
Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards
Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40
Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes
North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently
accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including
New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US
Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our
website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856)
521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information
or to come to see the vehicle in person. Please be sure to view all
of our HD photos directly at our website www.SJClassics.com for the
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