![]() This 350 cubic-inch V8 has been built right with a bored. The dark inner walls of the engine bay funnel all your attention to the small block in the middle. Of course, the Sniper EFI control screen on the center console is the largest indication that you're going to like what's under the hood. You'll love slipping behind the Grant GT sports steering wheel, and the large column-mounted tach and auxiliary gauge trio get you ready for something powerful. You have modern comfort with an AM/FM/CD stereo w/Bluetooth, upgraded speakers, a center console, and cold-blowing air conditioning. This includes the bucket seats which have the kind of bolstering to hug your body as you'd find in a modern sports car. For example, the saddle tan color always gives us a premium impression, especially when its fundamentals have been freshly replaced only about a year ago. ![]() The interior gives you more of that speedy style, but now it also adds sophistication. This includes the bucket seats which have the kind of bolstering. Because while you may like the look of the bumpers and the grille, it's really the shine of the 18-inch Vision wheels (and those red calipers peeking out from behind them) that captivate your attention. Even the brightwork contributes to the intimidation factor. And there's a nice contrast with the tinted windows and liner paint in the bed. The aggressive nature even gets better with the addition of the large cowl hood. Since it's a modern application, this one takes a commanding color and gives it a luster that loves to shine. Hugger Orange is an aggressive Chevy color that we always love to see. But everything from the custom/comfy A/C interior to the four-wheel disc brakes lets you know that the investments here go beyond intimidation and make for a terrific all-around driving classic. This 1968 Chevrolet El Camino has an aggressive color and an aggressive fuel-injected small block. The torquey big-block makes great power and is shifted through a smooth 4-speed with nicely weighted clutch.355 V8 W/ SNIPER EFI, 3-SPEED AUTO, PWR BRAKES/STEER, 4-WHEEL DISCS, ICE-COLD AC Completely stock in tune apart from headers, the seller says the car is a blast to drive. The seller says it is pristine and more impressive in person than the photos show.Ĭompletely rebuilt during restoration, the car runs a non-original but era-correct 396 sourced from another ‘68 SS 396 El Camino. Several additional lift shots are provided in the gallery and show a very clean underbody. A few period-style aftermarket gauges have been added below the standard AM radio, and both the interesting clock and oil pressure/coolant temp/fuel level/charge monitor are fully functional, as is cold blowing A/C. The interior matches the rest of the car for attention to detail and overall cleanliness. Factory correct wheels and ride height give this one a great stance. The fresh looking bed and chrome surround look great, and the seller says that both side windows and quarter vents open and close smoothly with a tight seal. ![]() The “38” sequence of the VIN tells us this is a factory SS396, and the “K” indicates it was built at the Kansas City, MO assembly plant. The seller likes the ‘69 OEM grille currently installed, and a ’68 grill is also included. Rather than the factory setup where exhaust pipes terminate at the rear quarters, the builder elected to run them out towards the rear of the car instead. It presents extremely well with excellent paint, chrome, trim and sheet metal. The car was restored in 1999-2000 and subsequently went in a private collection in Illinois. Everything works and it’s ready to drive anywhere.” Described as being in 9 to 10 out of 10 condition throughout, the seller adds that “it turns heads, elicits photos, rings ears and spins tires at will. According to the previous owner, the engine block is not original but sourced from another 1968 SS 396. Around 2,000 miles have been added since the restoration was completed in the year 2000, and the car had a comprehensive servicing by a Chevy specialist earlier this year. The restoration is photo-documented and included fully rebuilt mechanicals and the installation of A/C using period-correct GM parts. This 1968 Chevrolet El Camino is a factory SS 396 with 4-speed Muncie M22 that has been fully restored by the previous owner. ![]()
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