1968 Chevrolet El Camino
Ownership and History:
Current Owner: Purchased in 2018, the 4th owner.
Build Location: Built in Fremont, CA.
Original Sale: Sold new at Fitzpatrick Chevrolet in Concord, CA on June 7, 1968.
Location History: Always located in the Bay Area (Concord, Novato, Petaluma, Walnut Creek).
Storage: Garage kept.
Documentation: Original Protect-O-Plate and 22 years of maintenance records available.
Exterior:
Color: Original color with new Malibu badging…
1968 Chevrolet El Camino
Ownership and History:
Current Owner: Purchased in 2018, the 4th owner.
Build Location: Built in Fremont, CA.
Original Sale: Sold new at Fitzpatrick Chevrolet in Concord, CA on June 7, 1968.
Location History: Always located in the Bay Area (Concord, Novato, Petaluma, Walnut Creek).
Storage: Garage kept.
Documentation: Original Protect-O-Plate and 22 years of maintenance records available.
Exterior:
Color: Original color with new Malibu badging inside and out.
Condition: Excellent, well-maintained with a new custom-made tonneau cover, new bed mat, and car cover.
Trim: Proper eyebrow, rocker, and tailgate paint and trim.
Engine and Performance:
Engine: Swapped the original 307 engine in 2019 with a completely rebuilt 350 from a 1970 Camaro.
Builder: Engine built by Star Machine in Emeryville, CA.
Upgrades: Bored .30 over, new pistons and rods, Comp Cam camshaft and hydraulic lifters, new Holley 4-barrel carburetor, Hedman Headers, new distributor, power-steering pump, and hoses.
Transmission: Rebuilt 3-Speed TH 350 automatic transmission.
Interior:
Upgrades: New dash assembly, knobs, bezels, lenses, switches, and turn signal switch.
Steering Wheel: New wood steering wheel for a classic look and feel.
Wheels and Tires:
Tires: New BFG Radial T/As, providing improved traction and a classic look.
Summary:
This 1968 Chevrolet El Camino, built in Fremont and sold new at Fitzpatrick Chevrolet in Concord, has remained in the Bay Area throughout its life. The current owner, the 4th, purchased the car in 2018 and has kept it garage stored, maintaining it meticulously. The original 307 engine was swapped in 2019 for a completely rebuilt 350 from a 1970 Camaro, featuring numerous performance upgrades and built by Star Machine in Emeryville. The rebuilt 3-speed TH 350 transmission ensures smooth and reliable performance.
The exterior is in excellent condition, complemented by new Malibu badging, proper trim, and a custom-made tonneau cover. Inside, the El Camino boasts a new dash assembly, knobs, bezels, lenses, switches, and a stylish wood steering wheel. New BFG Radial T/A tires enhance both the look and performance of the vehicle. With extensive documentation, including the original Protect-O-Plate and 22 years of maintenance records, this El Camino is a well-documented and beautifully maintained classic ready for its next owner.