Found this a few blocks from my house by accident . Been in there since 1993 . Its a 1968 Z28 RS body/engine restored and never finished most of looks like it was there scattered across the garage saw a 302/4speed MD code? and 12 bolt 4.88 rear . Owner said it was forsale ..I offered $5000 he laughed ...Whats it worth ?
There weren't many Zs back then. I think 68 was the first year it actually had the markings. At first, Z-28 was just the code for an option package, and they had no real name for it. I think the RS was a Z-22.
They made about 5,000 Z's in 68. The early 68's didn't have any markings other than a 302 emblem on the front fender & the stripes. The later 68's had the Z/28 emblem.
As gobuick said, they kinda dolled up the Z a little more each year...the Z option started out in 1967 as a functional way to get better results for the Chevy teams at the track, but then became an image car for GM. The '67s were the lightest [and should be the quickest], with each model year bringing a tad more weight with it...
If this is a real Z-28 you are going to spending some money especially if this guy knows what he has. Looking out on the net I've seen project, and finished cars from 18,ooo to 50,ooo. Make sure this is the real thing! 68's were the hardest to determine, the trim plate does not indicate if it is a Z-28 you need the protecto plate or the broadcast sheet (build sheet). The sticker inside the glove box is a good indicator but I would not rely on that alone. I would suggest you pick up the book "302 The Definitive 1967-1968 Camaro Z-28 Fact Book" by Jerry MacNeish.
Get the book.You also want to look at ALL the motor numbers(dist., exhaust manifolds,intake,carb,ect.).A lot of these parts might tell if it is the real deal(if they have not been swapped out already).Date codes are very important to make sure what it might be. Ty
Paul, My older brother ordered an early 68 Z. He went into the local Chevy dealership (Swift & Cain, Ambridge, PA.) and had to tell them about the car, they had no idea what he was talking about. To this day that car was one of the fastest cars I have ever ridden in. One of his friends bought a brand new bright Yellow 69 Yenko Chevelle about a year later. Those two cars raced a few times over the next few years & they weren't much more than a fender off each other.
:bglasses: They were fun to race with the Ramrod. :bglasses: :bglasses: Both were useless from a dead start, but a 20 MPH roll was really exciting. :bglasses: :bglasses:
I still have ALL the paper work , owners manual , window sitcker and keys from my 69 Z/28 and wife I traded it for .
I am in the same boat. I found a 68 marina blue 68 Z28. 27,000 original miles, original paint with the usual garage marks, but clean. Correct carb, intake, exhaust manifolds, etc. Motor threw a rod in 83, and was replaced with a correct date coded MO block. Glove box is right as are all the above mentioned parts. Runs and moves, but needs alot of detailing and driveability stuff fixed from sitting. Hasn't been driven since 88. The 68's are really tough to prove without a pop, bill of sale, or window sticker, and that has a direct relation to price. I think I will have to spend 13 - 15 to get this one, and you maybe in the same boat. Tony
Eleven years ago I was looking at a '68 z/28. It had a warranty replacement block with the proving paperwork. Could have had it for 13k. Just divorced and trying to get a house, Live in a car or a houseo No: .Should picked the car. Ed
