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- 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 396 SS
1968 Chevrolet Camaro 396 SS
Lot Number: 193
1968 Chevrolet Camaro 396 SS
Rare Le Mans Blue Camaro 396 SS Coupé, manual gearbox, RS upgrades, low-ownership.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Le Mans Blue -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
FMA 928F
SUMMARY
Rare Le Mans Blue Camaro 396 SS Coupé, manual gearbox, RS upgrades, low-ownership.
DESCRIPTION
- Perfect for any fan of American Muscle Cars, this is the Holy Grail of 1960s Camaros, an SS with RS upgrades, a manual gearbox and other performance modifications
- In 2018, the President of the Camaro Club set Mike 'Wheeler Dealer' Brewer a friendly challenge - to find an original SS, the proverbial 'hens teeth' in the world of Camaros
- Mike not only managed it within 12 hours, finding an incredible, one-owner, SS396 with a 4-speed manual gearbox down in Seattle, so special that he then shipped it back home to the UK where he set about an extensive restoration ground-up restoration
- The 396ci L78 V8 was stripped, rebuilt and upgraded with Hi-Lift cams, a Magnaflow exhaust, Hedman headers and, when the build was finished, produced a little over 410bhp
- It was correctly restored internally with new carpets and headlining, finished in Le Mans Blue and treated to a set of optional Rally Sport headlamp covers to enhance its authenticity
- Mike originally planned to keep the car for himself but having invested over £40,000 it was subsequently sold to our vendor who has enjoyed it for the last few years
- Now unexpectedly available, this rare car is sensibly guided considering it's probably the best example this side of the pond
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 193
- Make
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CAMARO SS 396
- Registration Number
- FMA 928F
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 124378L340101
- Engine Number
- 108211V
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Le Mans Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
103 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
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Chrome:
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Interior
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Engine
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Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
The engine was stripped and rebuilt with high lift cams, Magnaflow exhaust system, Hedman Manfolds to increase the output from 375 to around 410bhp
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
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Remarks
A rebuilt 4 speed manual Muncie M21 box was was fitted with an aluminium propshaft
Running Gear
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Remarks
Suspension, springs, anti-roll bars and anti-tramp bars were either added or rebuilt and upgraded, and the braking system was also upgraded with a vacuum servo and disc brakes all round, with the front discs grooved and cross-drilled.
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Refinished as close as possible to its original Le Mans Blue, the car had over 1,500 hours poured into the restoration and, if you had asked Mike about the costs to restore the Camaro at the time, he admitted £40,000 would not be far off.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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