1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Highly Original – One Repaint Only
Why This Car Is Special
This is an exceptionally original and fully verified 1968 Chevelle SS 396, representing one of the finest surviving examples of Chevrolet’s legendary muscle car era. It is a true 138 VIN SS model powered by its original 396 cubic inch big-block engine, confirmed by the VIN stamping on the engine block.
The drivetrain includes a Turbo 400 automatic transmission, GM 12-bolt rear…
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Highly Original – One Repaint Only
Why This Car Is Special
This is an exceptionally original and fully verified 1968 Chevelle SS 396, representing one of the finest surviving examples of Chevrolet’s legendary muscle car era. It is a true 138 VIN SS model powered by its original 396 cubic inch big-block engine, confirmed by the VIN stamping on the engine block.
The drivetrain includes a Turbo 400 automatic transmission, GM 12-bolt rear end, power steering, power disc brakes, and the highly desirable and rare factory air conditioning. With just 77,000 actual miles, all original sheet metal, and only one documented repaint, this Chevelle stands out for its authenticity and preservation.
Additional highlights include correct SS wheels with new BF Goodrich tires, original Parchment bucket seat interior, Ermine White exterior, black vinyl top, dealer-installed body side moldings, correct T3 headlights, and even the original Protect-O-Plate.
Features
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 (138 VIN)
Original 396ci / 325-horsepower big-block V8
VIN-matching engine
Block, heads, and intake finished in Chevrolet Racing Orange
Factory chrome big-block valve covers
Chrome open-element air cleaner with black snorkel
Turbo 400 automatic transmission
GM 12-bolt rear end
Power steering
Power brakes
Rare factory air conditioning
Clean, factory-correct engine compartment
Correct SS wheels
New BF Goodrich tires
Original Parchment vinyl bucket seat interior
Black SS dash with SS gauge package
Accessory tachometer
SS steering wheel
Pushbutton AM radio
Matching door panels and headliner
Black carpeting and seat belts
Factory center console with iconic “horseshoe” shifter
Code “C” Ermine White exterior
Black vinyl top
Dealer-installed body side moldings
All original sheet metal
One repaint only
Correct T3 headlights
Original Protect-O-Plate
Mechanical
This Chevelle is powered by its ET-coded 396 cubic inch big-block, factory rated at 325 horsepower and verified by VIN stamping. The engine retains its correct finishes and components, including chrome valve covers and factory-style air cleaner.
Power is delivered through a Turbo 400 automatic transmission and GM 12-bolt rear axle, providing strong, reliable performance. The addition of factory air conditioning, along with power steering and brakes, makes this SS both powerful and comfortable to drive. The engine bay presents cleanly and remains highly original in appearance.
Interior
The interior remains beautifully preserved, featuring original Parchment vinyl bucket seats paired with a black SS dashboard and full SS gauge package. The cabin includes an accessory tachometer, SS steering wheel, pushbutton radio, factory console with horseshoe shifter, matching door panels and headliner, black carpeting, black seat belts, and the rare factory A/C system.
Exterior
Data tag decoding confirms production at the Kansas City, Missouri assembly plant during the second week of May 1968. The car was originally finished in Ermine White (Code C) with a black vinyl top and has received only one repaint.
The body is said to retain all original sheet metal and features dealer-installed body side moldings. Correct T3 headlights further enhance the car’s originality and authenticity.
Conclusion
Finding a true 1968 Chevelle SS 396 with a VIN-matching big-block, rare factory air conditioning, original interior, low mileage, and only one repaint is becoming increasingly difficult. This example represents an outstanding opportunity to own one of the most authentic and well-preserved SS 396 Chevelles available.
Simply put, this may be one of the nicest and most original examples you will ever encounter.