1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible L78 4-Speed

This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 convertible is powered by a 396ci L78 V8 mated with a four-speed manual transmission and a 12-bolt PosiTraction rear end with 4.11:1 gears. The body is finished in black and features red stripes, a power-operated convertible top, chrome mirrors and bumpers, and a twin-dome hood, while the cabin is outfitted with red vinyl bucket seats, a Muncie shifter, a center console, and a retro-look stereo. The car underwent a cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment under prior ownership, and it is further equipped with black steel wheels, chrome hubcaps, Firestone redline tires, power steering, and front disc brakes. This SS 396 convertible is now offered on consignment by the selling dealer, a BaT Local Partner, with a MacNeish Data Analysis Report and a clean California title.

The car is finished in black with a color-keyed convertible top, and red stripes adorn the nose and bodysides. Exterior elements include a twin-domed hood, a black grille, twin side mirrors, hideaway windshield wipers, and chrome bumpers. Close-up photos of the paint, trim, and imperfections are provided in the gallery.

Painted 14″ steel wheels wear chrome hubcaps and are mounted with Firestone redline tires. A covered spare is stowed in the trunk. The car is equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums.

The front bucket and rear bench seats are upholstered in red vinyl, and color-keyed carpets line the floors. Appointments include a center console, a retro-look radio, and a cabin heater.

The simulated wood-rim steering wheel fronts a 120-mph speedometer, a roller tachometer, an electric clock, and a combination gauge for amperage, oil pressure, temperature, and fuel level. The driver is also provided with a Muncie shifter. The five-digit odometer shows 38k miles.

The 396ci L78 V8 was factory rated at 375 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque.

The engine identification stamps are presented in the photo gallery.

Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and a 12-bolt rear axle with a PosiTraction differential and 4.11:1 gears.

A Data Analysis Report from Jerry MacNeish’s Camaro Hi-Performance in July 2026 is displayed in the gallery.