How to Select a Good 1968 Camaro for Restoration

GM created the Camaro as a response to the Ford Mustang. The year 1968 was the second model year of this muscle car. GM restyled the center console from the 1967 version with padding that does not fold over the corners, which is unique to this model year. The 1968 had Astro Ventilation, side marker lamps, and a black-and-white pattern houndstooth fabric. The 1968 Camaro may have been modified at the dealer with a big block engine.

Instructions

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Inspect the vehicle body. Put the Camaro on a lift and check for rust or damage underneath. A soft undercarriage indicates rust damage. Ask how the Camaro has been stored and use this information to determine if there is any damage that is not visible. List any repairs that need to be made and any parts that need to be replaced.

2

Inspect the interior of the Camaro. Check the instrumentation to ensure if it works properly. Verify the panel is a 1968 as this style is unique to the model year. Check the seats and floors for damage such as tears, cracks or discoloration. Verify all parts are original.

3

Start the Camaro. Listen for pings or other unusual noises. Take a test drive and test all functions, from the brakes to the lights and radio. If the Camaro has drum brakes, replace with disk brakes for safety reasons (disk brakes were not standard in 1968). Ask if any parts have been replaced or repaired on the vehicle. Make a list of any repairs.

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Estimate the cost for restoring the vehicle and determine if this cost is in budget for the project.