1968 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod Listed for Sale in Florida
A 1968 Chevrolet Camaro restomod featuring a 427 cubic inch big block V8 engine producing 455 horsepower has been offered for sale at $53,500 through Exotic Car Trader. The vehicle is currently located in Coral Springs, Florida.
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The first-generation Camaro carries a red exterior with black rally stripes along with a black reupholstered interior. It has accumulated 5,377 miles, listed as exempt or TMU.
The build incorporates extensive mechanical and chassis upgrades typical of restomod projects that blend original styling with enhanced performance components.
Power comes from a 427ci big block V8 equipped with a Holley 750 vacuum secondary carburetor, polished aluminum intake manifold, Hooker Super Comp ceramic-coated headers, a 3-inch aluminized exhaust system, MSD Pro-Billet distributor, MSD 6AL ignition box, MSD Blaster 2 coil, 8.5mm plug wires, chrome hi-torque mini starter, aluminum radiator, electric fan, and billet aluminum pulleys.
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The engine sends power through an M-22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission paired with a Hurst Competition Plus shifter, a balanced and resurfaced 11-inch flywheel, 11-inch clutch, pressure plate, and throw-out bearing.
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A Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.89 gears, Detroit Locker differential with nodular case, and 35-spline Mosier axles completes the drivetrain.
Chassis modifications include a rack-and-pinion steering conversion, polyurethane motor mounts, partial front-end suspension refresh, aftermarket frame connectors, slide-a-link bars, and an aftermarket roll cage.
Braking consists of front disc brakes with turned rotors and aftermarket pads along with rear drum brakes with turned drums and fresh shoes.
Exterior details feature aftermarket front fenders, hood, grille, front spoiler, upper and lower valance, front and rear bumpers, polished stainless trim, refreshed weatherstripping, and a new windshield.
The interior includes aftermarket carpeting, headliner, dash pad, JVC head unit with sound system, and an aftermarket fuel cell.
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According to the vehicle listing on Exotic Car Trader:
"This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod is a first generation Camaro like no other. With its sleek red suit and fine black interior, this machine packs a 455-horsepower Big Block under the hood! That’s not all, a Muncie M-22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual box lets you decide how exactly to send that power to the wheels via a Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.89 gears and a Detroit locker."
The listing, which appeared prominently in coverage by Autoblog on April 3, 2026, describes the car as a purpose-built machine with performance hardware suited for drivers seeking a first-generation Camaro capable of hard use.
As of the latest check, the vehicle shows as pending sale on the platform, which means it's still available to purchase.
This example sits within the broader market for 1968 Camaro restomods, where dozens of similar modified first-generation models appear across dealer sites and classifieds with asking prices ranging from the low $40,000s to well over $100,000, depending on the extent of the build, engine choice, and documented modifications.
The combination of the big-block powerplant, Rock Crusher transmission, and reinforced rear end positions this specific car toward the higher end of entry-level restomod territory for buyers prioritizing drivability and period-correct muscle car aesthetics.
News source and listing: https://www.exoticcartrader.com/listing/1968-chevrolet-camaro-260354557
