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1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Estimate:
CA$80,000 - CA$90,000
Sold
CA$60,000
Live Auction
Toys, Motorcycles & Automobilia | The Late Howard Meyer Legacy Collection
Category
Description
This 1968 Chevelle SS convertible contains the coveted 396 CID 350 HP 4bbl Turbo Jet V8 engine. It was Howie's pride and joy. It was produced at the Oshawa plant and sold new in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada by R.E. Sculthorpe Ltd (GM Canada Vintage Vehicles documented). This model (13867) is one of only 108 produced for sale in Canada. It retains its original black vinyl bench seats. It has a 4-speed manual wide-ratio transmission and power steering. Other features included with this model are a folding top power lift, body side accent stripe (decal kit included but not applied), heavy-duty front and rear suspension, rear axle positraction, tachometer and clock, and rear auxiliary speaker. It was upgraded with an Aurora design BT-2 Bluetooth stereo. Engine was rebuilt in 2016. The engine was installed and dynoed in 2017. Gardner exhaust system installed in 2016. Documented known ownership since 1983. VIN: 1386781119381. Engine number: T11274U.
Condition
The odometer shows 42143 actual miles. Ten years ago Howie had the drive train rebuilt. The convertible top is original, back window with slight separation at seams and window. Original interior. The four-speed transmission has been enhanced with a Muncie shifter.
Provenance
The Howie Meyer Legacy Collection.