RS SS Unicorn D88 Color Nose - #'s Matching 396 350hp Loaded Rare Options!

Offered here is one of the rarest and most fascinating first-generation Camaros ever built—a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible that stands as a true unicorn in the collector car world. This is not just a classic Camaro; it's an extraordinarily optioned, historically significant survivor, believed to be a GM promotional vehicle wearing the incredibly rare and short-lived D88 stripe option that was offered in early 1968 and then abruptly cancelled following the GM labor strike that began in January of that year. Finished in its original Matador Red with Ivory Houndstooth interior, this unrestored car still retains approximately 80% of its factory paint and boasts a remarkable pedigree backed by documentation, provenance, and magazine feature history.

One of the standout elements of this car is the D88 color nose stripe — a factory option so rare it was cancelled mid-year in 1968, making this one of the very few known to exist. It's speculated that this exact Camaro was part of a GM promo campaign due to its extremely high option content and unusual factory details. Fittingly, the VIN ends in “88,” adding an almost poetic coincidence to its D88 status. This car was even featured in Motor Trend Magazine and immortalized in a 1:24-scale model, with the actual model included in the sale.

According to DMV and title records, the Camaro shows just 12,692 miles since new, believed to be original, and is backed by ownership history dating back to the 1980s. Under the hood lies the original numbers-matching L34 396ci V8 rated at 350 horsepower—one of just 2,579 such big-block RS/SS Camaros built. It's mated to a Turbo 400 automatic transmission, which is non-original but era-correct. The original sheet metal is intact and wears the aging, checkered finish of its mostly untouched 1968 lacquer paint, showing honest flaws that speak to its status as a true survivor.

This car is absolutely loaded with factory options, making it one of the most heavily equipped first-gen Camaros ever assembled. Among the highlights: Rally Sport package, Super Sport package, power convertible top, Soft-Ray tinted glass, Comfortilt sport steering wheel, power front disc brakes, air conditioning, and factory speed control. Inside, the Ivory Houndstooth interior is complemented by custom deluxe seat belts, power windows (1 of only 3,304 built), folding rear seat, and auxiliary instrumentation including the ultra-rare speed warning indicator and fiber optic light monitors (1 of only 1,755 Camaros so equipped).

Additional features include head restraints, AM/FM push-button radio with stereo 8-track player and Multiplex system, space-saver spare tire, heavy-duty battery, center console with auxiliary panel, tri-volume horn, remote left mirror, and appearance guard group. The stereo system, dash instrumentation, and accessory lighting groups were reserved for only the highest-end examples, further confirming this Camaro's possible use as a GM display or executive promotional vehicle.

Accompanying the car is an original 1968 unedited sales brochure showcasing the D88 option, a second edited edition, two vintage Camaro hats, a vintage Polaroid camera that reflects the spirit of the D88 campaign, and an NCRS shipping data report confirming its build date of April 4, 1968—a historically significant day, as it coincided with the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a heavily documented, unrestored survivor that is both historically and mechanically significant. Whether you're a seasoned Camaro collector or a passionate historian of American automotive design, this 1968 RS/SS D88 Camaro Convertible is a crown jewel that may never be duplicated again. Rarely does such an option-laden, untouched piece of Chevrolet history become available. Don't miss your chance to be the next steward of this incredible car.

South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40 Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856) 521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information or to come to see the vehicle in person. *Please be sure to view all of our HD photos directly at our website www.SJClassics.com for the best viewing experience*