The first-generation Chevrolet Camaro is widely regarded as one of the defining American muscle cars of the late 1960s, and this 1968 Rally Sport Convertible represents a particularly rare and desirable example.

It is believed that no more than approximately 5,000 RS Convertibles were produced during the model year, making surviving examples increasingly scarce, particularly within the UK.

This striking Camaro has been in the ownership of the vendor since 1994 and has benefitted from a comprehensive ground-up restoration completed in 1997.

The restoration encompassed the bodywork, drivetrain, suspension and interior, transforming it into the highly impressive example presented today.

Accompanying the Camaro is a history file documenting the restoration work undertaken.

Power comes from a 400ci four-bolt main Chevrolet small block V8, bored to 406ci and built using a selection of quality performance components.

These include TRW forged pistons, a Crower camshaft, Crane valve sprin...