'68 300 Convertible saved!

[Jeremiah]

We saved this 68 300 convertible today. It was in one of those hoop style greenhouses used for hippie lettuce. That's a first for me lol.

So far it appears to be a k code 350hp 440-4 with A/C, cruise control, power driver seat and power disc brakes. It was last tagged in 1978 and shows 98xxx on the odometer.

Juat like the last C car (71 Monaco) and the one before that (67 300) we will get this one running and driving over the next 2-3 months.

At minimun it needs tires, brake service, tune-up, carb rebuild, gas tank dropped/inspected/cleaned, windshield replacement, all hoses/belts and hood hinge replacement/repair.

Once all of those items are addressed I will look into replacing the top.

Thank you for any insight on our latest rescue car : D

 

[polara71]

Perfect! A PNW out of hibernation C body. Nice hook.

 

[detmatt]

And dual snorkel to boot, bonus!

 

[detmatt]

But seriously, nice car! Any pics from where it was sitting?

 

[GOLDMYN]

Great shape for sitting so long, even has all 4 disc brake hubcaps

 

[azblackhemi]

Now that's the best way to find them!

 

[stain]

Nice!!!! I love the front ends on those 68's

 

[MONC440]

Nice find. Keep us updated on your progress.

 

[413]

Looks like a great start to a fun car.

 

[Jeremiah]

But seriously, nice car! Any pics from where it was sitting?

Sure do! My understanding is that prior to living in the hippie lettuce hut it was in a garage for several years as a grandfather-grandson project that was purchased from the original owner. I have the title with the original owner's name and am trying to track down anyone that might remember the car as it came from a few towns over.

Thanks to everyone for the encouragement I'll update this thread as I begin my mission of discovery.

 

[live4theking]

Very nice score.

 

[crv]

Looks very decent for having sat so long, Herbie in the background is nice too.

 

[Jeremiah]

We have a runner : D

After changing the oil/filter I swapped out the points for a Pertronix Ignitor, corrected the reversed wires at the coil and corrected the firing order. With a splash of gas it lit right off!

I have the AVS soaking overnight with plans of a rebuilt tomorrow after work. In additiin to that task the fuel pump will need to be replaced. My current hurdle is removing the locking gas cap. Any suggestions?

 

[GOLDMYN]

Do you have a tank grommet? perhaps remove the tube, or for that matter, just remove the tank your going to want to clean anyway?

 

[carrman]

Looking forward to seeing it in person!

 

[Jeremiah]

Looking forward to seeing it in person!

It's going to get a rebuilt AVS in about 20 minutes : D

 

[carguy300]

And dual snorkel to boot, bonus!

Southern tunnel ram!

 

[sask67ragtop]

Very nice find and looks to be in very nice condition.

 

[jmustian]

We saved this 68 300 convertible today. It was in one of those hoop style greenhouses used for hippie lettuce. That's a first for me lol.

So far it appears to be a k code 350hp 440-4 with A/C, cruise control, power driver seat and power disc brakes. It was last tagged in 1978 and shows 98xxx on the odometer.

Juat like the last C car (71 Monaco) and the one before that (67 300) we will get this one running and driving over the next 2-3 months.

At minimun it needs tires, brake service, tune-up, carb rebuild, gas tank dropped/inspected/cleaned, windshield replacement, all hoses/belts and hood hinge replacement/repair.

Once all of those items are addressed I will look into replacing the top.

Thank you for any insight on our latest rescue car : D

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I have a 69 vert but the 68 had great styling.

 

[Blusmbl]

Awesome!! I really loved the ‘68 300 I had, always wanted a convertible twin. That one is an awesome find!