🏁 1968 Chevrolet Camaro – A High-Torque Tribute to First-Gen Muscle
The 1968 Chevrolet Camaro marked the second year of Chevy’s now-legendary pony car, delivering refined styling and increased performance options in the heat of the muscle car wars. Introduced in 1967 to challenge the Ford Mustang, the Camaro quickly carved out its own identity, thanks to bold looks, multiple trim levels, and a long list of potent V8s. The 1968 model year brought subtle exterior changes like the elimination of vent windows and the addition of side marker lights, along with suspension tweaks that enhanced drivability.
This particular Camaro, now finished in a bold Blue (originally Ermine White, code “C”), is a deeply enhanced street performer, blending first-gen Camaro heritage with modern muscle in all the right ways.
🔧 GM Performance Crate 427 – EFI-Powered and Street-Ready
Under the hood lives a GM Performance Crate 427 V8, breathing through aluminum heads, Holley Sniper EFI, and a GM Performance aluminum intake. This high-powered small-block setup is tuned for torque and responsiveness, offering modern reliability without sacrificing the thunder of classic V8 performance. Power routes through a Turbo 400 3-speed automatic transmission, backed by a 10-bolt rear differential with 3.55 estimated gears, giving the car a street-friendly balance of acceleration and cruising comfort.
Other mechanical enhancements include:
Headers, dual exhaust, and Flowmaster mufflers with an H-pipe and full tailpipes
Front sway bar and coil-over shocks (newer) for improved handling
Power steering and power front disc brakes for confidence on the road
B-Cool aluminum radiator with dual electric fans and a transmission cooler for optimal cooling
❄️ Comfort Meets Vintage Style
Inside, the original Gold (code 722) interior has been swapped for black stock-style bucket seats and a center console with full gauges and a floor shifter. Comfort upgrades include Vintage Air A/C, which blows cold and keeps things civilized on hot summer cruises. Though the interior shows some expected aging (with minor wear on door panels and seat foam), it retains a classic muscle car vibe with functional updates like:
Retro Sound AM/FM radio
A three-gauge pod neatly mounted under the glove box
Working Sniper digital tach display, heater, and all key lighting functions
Windows are manual, and both front units operate properly, with the rear driver’s side needing some extra assistance.
🛞 Curb Appeal and Road Presence
The car rides on 15” Rally wheels, wrapped in Mickey Thompson GT Street rear tires (255/60R15, date coded 2021) and 205/70R15 front tires. It sits with a muscular stance and projects the right mix of aggression and authenticity.
While originally Ermine White, the car now wears a well-applied Blue finish, complemented by subtle original trim and a rear spoiler. The undercarriage is solid and features undercoated floor pans and quarter drop-downs. Although signs of aging in the trim and paint are present, they only add to the Camaro's road-earned charm.
🧰 Mechanical Condition & Performance
During inspection, this Camaro checked all the right boxes:
Full fluids and clean filters
Charging system delivering 14.1 volts
Cold-blowing A/C and working electricals
Smooth drivetrain with great torque—described as very streetable
Very solid underneath, with newer pitman arm and coil-overs enhancing the ride
While not a numbers-matching restoration, this car was built with performance and drivability in mind—a true driver’s muscle car, ready for modern cruising with that unmistakable classic growl.
🔚 Final Notes
This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro blends muscle car nostalgia with modern performance upgrades in all the right places. Its GM Performance 427, vintage-cool styling, and dialed-in drivetrain make it a standout piece of American automotive history.
About PC Classic Cars
Located in Sherman, Texas, PC Classic Cars has a long-standing reputation for curating some of the most iconic and well-preserved classic cars on the market. Every vehicle they offer is a celebration of craftsmanship, performance, and automotive legacy—brought to life by a team passionate about preserving and sharing these rolling time capsules.