68 RS/SS

[cwyllie]

Hey everyone.
I'm sure this topic has been broached many times before but here goes....
I have searched for the right car for several years and recently pulled the trigger on a "true" 68 RS/SS L34. I feel I am somewhat informed on 1st gens and have read a lot on Camaros.org. However, I would like to get some help and input from some of you that are truly knowledgeable on the legitimacy of a 68.
What is the best way to go about this? I have seen many replies from Ed. Is he the guy to talk to?
I feel I have a good car but again have many questions for a pro that can help with an informed determination.
Thanks.

C.

[maroman]

Picture help a lot.

[bcmiller]

What questions do you have?

[cwyllie]

I am wanting to know if things look legit.
I can only attach one pic. Let’s start here.

[bertfam]

Looks like you were the person that just purchased it from ebay seller mrh0, who purchased it from ebay seller ironhorserecovery in 2014.

You have a VERY nice HIGHLY optioned car, and yes, the trim tag is factory original, the engine pad is factory original and the transmission and rear axle are also factory and original.

For anyone that's interested, the car came with the following options:

A31 A39 A67 B93 C08 C60 D55 G80 J52 L34 M40 N33 N34 N40 U15 U17 U25 U26 U46 U79 V31 V32 Z22 Z87

Ed

[cwyllie]

Ed.
Thank you for your reply.
You are correct about the purchase. You have knowledge of this car... how? Off the cowl tag only.... impressive!
C.

[bertfam]

Your car's in the database from 2014 so I was able to look up the VIN from the trim tag body number. It was even being discussed on the YENKO SITE.

HERE'S the ebay auction for anyone wanting more pictures.

62k original miles and still has the original spare tire!! I don't know what you paid, but you got a damn nice car!

Ed

[169INDY]

 LOS (Los Angeles/Van Nuys) body scheduling code ??

[Gars68Tux]

^^^ Good question?

Amazing car that shows a high degree of originality. Possibly worthy of posting in the Originality Forum! The spoiler wasn't factory installed as it's missing the deck lid emblem. May've been dealer installed. No front spoiler? Would like to hear the third horn! lol

I have a nice original 749 bucket seat cover that needs a new home. It's the passenger side though.  And I thought I was the only one with sawed off Derby caps! Was trying to post a photo, but size limitations were getting in the way.

[bertfam]

There are a lot of LA cars with no scheduling code. Not sure why. Maybe one of the other guys can shed light on it.

Here are a few more with no code (see below).

Ed

[cwyllie]

Garth.
Too bad it’s not drivers side. That is the one I need to replace due to some minor tearing.
I would like to add a front spoiler as well if I can find an original or at least a quality aftermarket. Any ideas on what has worked well for others is welcome.
C.

[69Z28-RS]

There are a lot of LA cars with no scheduling code. Not sure why. Maybe one of the other guys can shed light on it.

Here are a few more with no code (see below).

Ed

It seems 'logical' to me that cars that are ordered by customers/dealerships get 'scheduled' and have a scheduling code, whereas cars that are initiated by Chevroletor the  plant (to keep the plant running) would NOT have a scheduling code since they would be started 'immediately'...??   

[firstgenaddict]

You can use the lower bucket seat covers on either side.

Worst case scenario is to have the HT insert sewn into the old drivers vinyl surround.

[67conv6cyl]

Just Wow, what a nice car with many superb options! I wonder who the first owner was?

[bcmiller]

Very very nice car!