68's definatley don't get the respect they deserve. Lower resale because of the cowl tag, etc. I think 67-69 are all three great in their own respect.

 

Poor neglected middle child '68s. It's probably because of the increased usage of plastic and less detail in your interiors. Then there's the loss of wind wings and addition of those unfortunate, gov't mandated side markers...what a pity.
I had a 1/25 scale model of a '68 and '69 before I was old enough to drive, but I've never, to this day, found a 1/25 scale model of '67:noway:
Wind wings rule!

 

Davey, Davey... you trying to start a range war? Each year had their good points and bad ones....and I think that we all have a certain allegiance to the year we own, eh?

I will agree on the availabilty of product out there focused on the 67/69 year...but I guess the sales types thought that the middle kid was too close to the first born to warrant new dies/forms to be set up... and then when the third kid came along, he was just that much different to gain a new following.

Most out there (I hope?) know that you're kidding them. I figure that if ya own a Camaro of any year...you're one step ahead of the rest of the muscle car pack.

capt

 

Most out there (I hope?) know that you're kidding them.
capt

I hope so too. Thus, the reason for the , but my point is it's frustrating that 68's are left out of the model/picture market.

 

Love a 68 but its the wheel well thats kills it for me, just not as sexy as a 69.(imo) i had a bunch of 68's.. Love them all but your right no respect...dam them...

 

It's just a jealousy thing. Kinda like the way women snub pretty girls.

Mark

 

It's just a jealousy thing. Kinda like the way women snub pretty girls.

Mark

:thumbsup:

 

Although I own a 69 now.

But when I was 19 years old I went and looked at a 68 SS 396 that was for sale. When I got to the car the woman who owned it explained to me that it was special ordered by Big Daddy Don Garlitts, it was Gold with tan interior (not sure on the interior color, long time ago) anyway, could have bought that car for $4500. I was too young to realize...

Anyway...

That car, a 1968, was the reason I own a camaro today!

68's are awesome! :thumbsup:

 

You can find 68 goodies if you look for them. Definately not as much out there, but there's some to be had.

http://www.placidspecialties.com/inc/sdetail/10410

http://www.diecastmodelcars.com/1968-black-camaro-ss-396-p-46.html

 

Wow '68 owners starting to act like some 2nd gen owners with the self pitty "mistreated step child" syndrome. l

http://www.google.com/products?q=19...-8&sourceid=ie7&rlz=1I7ADBR&um=1&sa=X&oi=product_result_group&resnum=1&ct=title

 

Wow '68 owners starting to act like some 2nd gen owners with the self pitty "mistreated step child" syndrome. l
http://www.google.com/products?q=19...-8&sourceid=ie7&rlz=1I7ADBR&um=1&sa=X&oi=product_result_group&resnum=1&ct=title

Hey there! my second gen's suspension is ahead of yours . I love my second gen the first gens are for the guys who need the younger girl attention :boxing:. I see alot more second gens rolling than the first gens...just my notice lol. Love them camaros

 

 

Wow, Dennis, I'm impressed. Your google search for "1968 camaro model" resulted in 10,774 links. Here's what I got changing 1968 to 1967 and 1969:
Search reuslts for 1967: 12,141
Search reuslts for 1968: 10,774
Search reuslts for 1969: 17,781

But what I found interesting is when following many of the 1968 links I found them to be mislabeled like this:
http://uniquehandmadecreations.stores.yahoo.net/camaro1979.html
(BTW, this is the wood model I referred to that is sitting on my desk)

I am surprised however at how many 68's there are. I guess I was basing my original comment on what I see when I'm out and about...not specifically searching for one.

OK, bastard child put in his place. I'll go to the corner now. :beers:

 

I looked at my own small die-cast collection first and I have 2 '68s and then wondered just how hard they were to come by since I got these at toys r us or the toy section at someplace like walmart or target. Google just made sense, I didn't even look past the 1st link figured it would ease your pain to know what you want is just a mouse click away... Why would you even care how many of the other years would come up? It's also a given a large percentage of what is returned in a search engine has no real relevance to the search... Try searching "1968 Camaro poster" to see that 1st hand.

 

Oh, cry me a river...lol

It doesn't matter, for two reasons:
1. It IS a Camaro
2. It is STILL a first gen

These are the things that really matter....right?

No worries!

 

Man, you're a tough crowd. Where're my 68 buddies backing me up?...you know what I'm talking about...you're getting gas and 3 people ask if it's a 69 and 2 if it's a 67 (unless they just say, nice mustang:sad.

OK, here is a cool poster:

 

1968 Camaro = the Jan Brady of Camaro's LOL!!

But seriously though I think 1968's look really cool and much better than the middle child of the 2nd gen's (1974 - 1977) .

 

1968 Camaro = the Jan Brady of Camaro's LOL!!

...........then the '69 Camaro ='s the Marsha Brady of Camaro's..........

 

I think a better comparison is Mary Ann vs. Ginger. The 68, like Mary Ann is better looking and less appreciated.

 

I guess I better come to the rescue!! All first gens are COOL! I prefer the lines on the 67 and 68 a bit better and also prefer a wind wingless look on the doors....................guess that's why I own a 68!! Not any better, just better for my taste.

When it comes to first gens, no disrespect at all. You're steps ahead of the rest just having the privilage of owning one!! Just enjoy!

 

BTW, I've always been a Mary ann guy!!

 

Who isn't.. I have yet to hear one person say they prefer Ginger over Mary Ann ... I prefer both of them over me... I mean myself

 

'67's you're gettin' close to heaven...'69's, you can almost see the signs...but the '68's, now you're at the pearly gates! So there!

Merry Christmas to all the Camaro gens out there, eh?

capt

 

It takes a real man to own a 68 Camaro, because we don't need a fancy trim tag to be a proud owner:thumbsup:

 

I like 1967-68-69 Camaros all the same they are the best.:thumbsup: I also like the 1970-71-72-73 split bumper Camaros.:hurray: I like the rest of the Camaros just not as much.:yes:

 

For having no respect there sure are ALOT of people who say my 67 is a 68, and I HATE THAT !!!! but i dont show it .. I say "close" they they guess 69, and I say "NO"!!! ... then they ask well what year is it? I gotta remember that most people are not car people like us.

P.s Merry Christmas guys/gals

 

I've had a few tell me what a nice Mustang I have. Most ask if it is a '67. The rest want to know if it is a Z28 or SS. No, No, and No. Plane Jane standard coupe '68. Then they just say "oh" with a disappointed look. I'm sorry if my 40 year old car doesn't meet your standards. But just when my hopes are down, someone comes up and says "nice 68!" and my faith in car-guy humanity is restored.

 

Just remember, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.Myself the 68 has the perfect lines of the first gen. but I also love the 67 and 69 too.

 

They made camaros in 68 ? who knew !!! (settle down Jerry-i'm just kidding) i love all the first jen's. kinda funny though when i go to the gas station and other people say nice car-68? actually it's a 67 and it's fun educating them on the differences. wish i could have one of each-any of you guys wanna part with a 68 and 69?

67 coupe-always wanting some tlc.

 

They made camaros in 68 ? who knew !!! (settle down Jerry-i'm just kidding)

:angry:

Lucky for you this is the time of the year when I am nice to snow plow drivers even though you guys in Marathon county are getting way less snow then us Wood county guys. Still appreciate what you do.

 

68 Camaro = Jan Brady.

 

Look, if it ain't a wing-window, it's just another wannabe by me!!

He, He!!

Kinda like how the '56's feel about the other two Tri-5's!

pdq67

 

Look, if it ain't a wing-window, it's just another wannabe by me!!

He, He!!

Kinda like how the '56's feel about the other two Tri-5's!

pdq67

Hey! I have a ’56 Chevy and the ’57 owners think they are superior. Whatever.

All I can say is I am thankful that both my Camaro and Bel-Air have wing windows.

 

I own a 67 and a 69. When I opened this gift today I thought of this post.

I also got this cool puzzle. I think I'll have the 67 done before the puzzle though.

 

I own a 67 and a 69. When I opened this gift today I thought of this post.

I saw this at our local Sam's Club and almost bought it for myself. I did buy my 3-year-old the black Z06 vette made by the same company, though. He about peed his pants when he opened it. l