Before we launch into a review of AMC’s Pacer, let’s establish a modicum of credibility for a car that doesn’t always get the respect it deserves. First, Brigitte Bardot owned a Pacer, a wagon version complete with faux wood… more»
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Nov 25, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rare Hurst Edition! 1971 Jeepster Commando
From the 1960s into the 1980s, Hurst Performance was famous for its muscle car partnerships with Oldsmobile and American Motors. But few remember they did a one-time deal with Jeep (right after it was acquired by AMC). The result… more»
Nov 24, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Family Owned: 1983 AMC Eagle Wagon
Finding a classic car with a known ownership history is desirable, but the thought that the vehicle in your sights has been part of the same family for forty years can prove irresistible. That is the story of this… more»
Nov 22, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1966 AMC Rambler Classic 770
The Rambler Classic was the “bread and butter” car of the American Motors lineup in the 1960s. It was their version of the family sedan and it was offered in three trim levels (770 being at the top). In… more»
Nov 21, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
The Other Pony Car: 1974 AMC Javelin
This 1974 AMC Javelin is an extremely promising project candidate. It needs a cosmetic refresh but is a structurally sound classic with only minor exterior rust issues. Most of the required tasks could be tackled in a home workshop,… more»
Nov 17, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1973 AMC Javelin
Growing up as a car-crazed kid in the seventies, I experienced the good fortune of having an AMC dealership near our home, so my curious eyes got some pretty good exposure to the brand every time we drove by… more»
Running Project? 1974 AMC Javelin
American Motors decided to compete against the Ford Mustang (and later pony cars) by introducing the Javelin in 1968. The car would be built across seven model years and two generations and would also spawn the GT-style AMX 2-seater…. more»
Nov 8, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
No Reserve Liftback: 1980 AMC Spirit DL
Let the spirit move you. Those like myself who are old enough to remember when AMC introduced the Spirit back in ’79 may recall that was the catch-phrase the company used on commercial jingles and advertising for their Gremlin… more»
Nov 5, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
It’s a Hemi! 1979 Jeep Wagoneer
This 1979 Jeep Wagoneer has left most of its 1970s technology in the rearview mirror. That’s because its body and interior have been grafted onto a 2006 Dodge Durango chassis – with four-wheel-drive. That means it’s also Hemi-powered and… more»
Nov 1, 2023 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Collector’s Car: 1970 AMC Ambassador SST
From 1927 to 1974, the Ambassador was one of the longest-running nameplates in the U.S. auto industry. Beginning with Nash, it survived well past the American Motors merger in 1954 to be the company’s top-of-the-line product. This example from… more»
Nov 1, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
66k-Mile 4WD: 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon
We take for granted today the fact that we can roll into almost any dealership in the nation and drive out with a vehicle with some form of four-wheel drive. While that might not matter as much for folks… more»
Oct 31, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
360 Powered Wagon: 1971 AMC Ambassador
When it comes to old-school wagons, there are some usual suspects, like the Ford LTD and Chevy Caprice. But we often forget that AMC made some pretty killer long-roofs as well, like this 1971 Ambassador shown here on eBay… more»
Oct 29, 2023 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Stored 25 Years: 1978 AMC Pacer Wagon
One thing you can say about American Motors is they weren’t afraid to take some chances. From the formation of AMC out of Hudson and Nash in 1954, they would dabble with this product or that one to see… more»
Oct 26, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Solid Station Wagon: 1966 AMC Ambassador 880
From 1957 to 1974, the Ambassador was American Motors’ top-of-the-line automobile. From 1965 onward, AMC positioned the automobile in the full-size arena to compete with the big Fords and Chevrolets. Mostly referred to as the Rambler Ambassador, it lost… more»
Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Go Pack Barn Find: 1971 AMC Javelin AMX
If you’re feeling brave and are searching for an affordable project candidate, this 1971 AMC Javelin AMX is worth a close look. It needs plenty of TLC, but it is an unmolested barn find that the original owner ordered… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Cheap 1978 AMC Pacer D/L Wagon
The AMC Pacer was one of those quirky cars that you either liked or not – there doesn’t seem to be much middle ground. In production from 1975 to 1980, the Pacer was unorthodox in appearance and that may… more»
