General description :
Rare and Sought-After 1968 Excalibur Series I SS Roadster: One of Only 37 Built This 1968 Excalibur Series I SS Roadster is a beautiful example that runs and drives great. Stunning red over black interior, this rare Series I SS is one of only 37 built and shows just 15k miles which are believed to be original. A solid and presentable car overall that comes complete and ready to enjoy. The paint and chrome are in good condition as is the interior which is clean and usable. Taking inspiration from the classic pre-war lines of Mercedes-Benz sports cars, the Excalibur Automobile Corporation was established in 1964 by Brooks Stevens in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They produced what was at the time labeled The Contemporary Classic automobile, with classic looks and modern reliability. All cars were built on custom steel frames and utilized Chevrolet Corvette drivetrain and suspension. This highly sought-after and collectible Series I Excalibur SS Roadster is not to be missed. Rare and Desirable Series I Excalibur SS Roadster One of Only 37 Built 327ci 300 HP V8 Engine with Automatic Includes Convertible Top, Frame, and Side Curtains The Ideal Series I SS Excalibur to Drive and Enjoy
1968 Excalibur Roadster 1 SS is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in New York by Gullwing Motor Cars for $39500.
Car Facts
Car type : CarMake : ExcaliburModel : RoadsterModel Version : 1 SSEngine size : 0.0Model Year : 1968Location : AstoriaVehicle Registration : Undefined
Excalibur from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was one of the first "retro" cars introduced as a prototype in 1964. The car was (loosely) styled after the 1928 Mercedes-Benz SSK by Brooks Stevens.
The Excalibur prototype was fitted on a Studebaker chassis and using a 290-horsepower Studebaker 289 V-8. As Studebaker subsequently ceased its operations, ending the availability of its 289 V-8 Excalibur was left without a power plant. General Motors friends Ed Cole and "Bunkie" Knudsen agreed to provide Brooks Stevens with Chevrolet 327 s in 300-bhp Corvette tune, making the light weight Excalibur a strong performer. They also designed a new ladder chassis which had a 2 inch longer wheelbase. The suspension components ere borrowed from the Corvette, as was the four-disc braking system. The Excalibur was born.