high RPMs. Because of the high angularity of the valves, the 396 cid V8 was subbed the “porcupine head” by automotive journalists. The 325 horsepower (L35 code) version of this engine had a 10.25:1 compression ratio. Nodular iron crankshaft, hydraulic valve lifters, oval port chamber heads, a Rochester Quadrajet carburetor and two-bolt main caps. In addition to that, it a heavy duty suspension, power front disc brakes and a limited slip rear differential (Posi-traction).
The car was available with a variety of transmissions that included a heavy-duty 3-speed manual, 4-speed manual, (both fitted exclusively with floor shifters), or the 2-speed Power-Glide automatic. THE CAR… This particular 1968 Chevelle SS 396 was sold new in Viola, Delaware. It’s finished in Butternut Yellow and fitted with black vinyl bucket seats. The engine is a 325 horsepower, 396 cubic inch V8.According to a warranty transfer paper filed in August 1970, the original owner sold this car to the second owner and that person is believed to have refitted the car making it NHRA drag-strip ready. Included with the car are several timing tickets from the U.S. 13 Dragway of Delmar, Delaware, dated during 1981, showing that this Chevelle was capable of running well below the 15-second mark in the quarter mile. Also included with this car is its original 1968 Warranty booklet with this car’s VIN punch coded on each page. In a world of “made-up” cars it is nice to know that with this Chevelle, you are getting a real-deal “138” code Super Sport edition, one that is solid as a rock and ready to give you plenty of excitement, on the road or track.
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