1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Ss 396 for sale - Sherman, Texas

Description:
Interior Color:
Black

Exterior Color:
Red

Description:
There\'s something about a \'68 Chevelle that hits harder than most. Maybe it\'s the way Chevrolet refined the muscle car formula right as the horsepower wars were reaching a boiling point. The SS 396 cars were already legends in their own right, but builds like this take that legacy and shove it straight into the modern era with zero apologies. Finished in red over black buckets, this fastback coupe carries the attitude you expect, but the hardware underneath tells the real story. At the heart of it all sits a brutal ZL1-inspired 427 cubic inch big block, packing serious internals like a factory GM L88 crank, aluminum rods, roller cam valvetrain, and Edelbrock Performer RPM heads. Fuel delivery is handled by a Holley Terminator Stealth EFI system, giving it instant throttle response and modern reliability. Long tube headers feed into a stainless 2.5-inch exhaust with Borla mufflers, producing the kind of sound that makes small blocks nervous. Backing it up is a Tremec T-56 six-speed and a RAM dual disc clutch, sending power through a Mark Williams driveshaft to a Ford 9-inch with 3.70 gears and Eaton TruTrac. This Chevelle is not just about straight-line punch. The chassis has been dialed in with RideTech coilovers, AFCO double adjustable shocks, and a full array of tubular control arms from Hotchkis and UMI. A boxed and painted frame, Global West steering arms, and a quick ratio steering box keep it tight, while massive Wilwood brakes clamp down with authority. Weld wheels wrapped in aggressive rubber plant it firmly, giving this car a stance that looks as serious as it drives. Inside, it blends muscle car grit with modern comfort. Corbeau buckets, Dakota Digital RTX gauges, and a center console with remote start bring everything into the present. Vintage Air keeps the cabin cool, while a full audio setup with Kicker subs adds some edge. A chromoly roll cage, Dynamat insulation, and a clean wiring harness show the level of thought that went into this build. Even the Wolfbox digital rear view mirror adds a subtle touch of innovation. The 1968 Chevelle sits in a sweet spot of muscle car history, often overshadowed by its \'70 sibling but prized by enthusiasts who know the earlier cars are lighter, sharper, and more connected. With extensive documentation backing the build, this is not just another restomod. It\'s a fully realized street machine that honors the past while outperforming it in every measurable way. Yes - Wipers Yes - Temperature Gauge Yes - Tachometer Yes - Radio Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge Yes - Heater Yes - Fuel Gauge Yes - Brake Lights Yes - Turn Signals Yes - Tail Lights Yes - Speedometer Yes - Runs Yes - Horn Yes - Headlights Yes - Air Conditioning