Determining their strongest attribute can be challenging when some classic cars hit the market. That is the case with this 1969 AMC AMX. It presents well for its age, which helps its cause. Lifting its hood reveals a desirable drivetrain combination, but it may be the seller’s decision to send it to auction with No Reserve that tips the scales for you. The AMX is listed for sale here on eBay in Orange, California. The bidding has raced to $18,900, and with No Reserve in play, a new home is days away for this muscle classic.
AMC introduced the AMX for the 1968 model year, although production lasted for a mere three years before the AMX disappeared as a standalone model. This one presents well in Hunter Green with contrasting White stripes, although the seller admits it isn’t perfect. Some paint defects may require attention, but with the panels free from significant bumps or bruises, returning the exterior to a factory-fresh state should not be difficult. The seller doesn’t mention rust, and no problems are visible in the supplied photos. If this classic has spent its life around its current location, the drier climate may have allowed it to remain rust-free. The trim and chrome are excellent, while the glass looks good for its age. The factory sports wheels and flawless trim rings add the perfect finishing touch to the exterior.
AMC produced the AMX as a two-seater, with its logical competitor being Chevrolet’s Corvette. The attraction of the AMX was that the company brought it to market with a lower sticker price than the ‘Vette, offering excellent value for money. Unrestored classic cars can reveal their age when potential buyers examine their interior trim. This AMX is no exception, although it looks good for its age. The seats wear Black leather upholstery with slight wear but no gaping holes. I suspect some time spent with a leather conditioner should help keep them supple and well-preserved. The carpet is faded, although the lack of significant wear means it won’t require replacement if the buyer wishes to preserve the car’s survivor status. If perfection is the goal, a replacement carpet set sells for around $620. There is a small crack in the wheel, and someone has swapped an aftermarket radio/cassette player into the spot reserved for the factory radio. There are a couple of gauges mounted under the dash; otherwise, the interior is original and very serviceable.
If AMC had performance credentials on their mind in 1969, they delivered with this AMX. Lifting its hood reveals a 390ci V8 that churned out 315hp in its prime. The original owner was focused on outright performance because while it features a four-speed manual transmission, there is no power steering or power brakes that could sap engine power. Was the ’69 AMX fast? With the ability to scorch through the ¼ mile in 14.4 seconds, it was certainly no slug! The seller doesn’t indicate whether the car is numbers-matching and doesn’t provide much information on its mechanical health. They say that the AMX has been tested on closed roads, but they haven’t taken it out for a gallop in public. The tires may be worn, so replacing those and treating the vehicle to a thorough inspection might be a wise first move for the lucky winning bidder.
With a large slice of the classic car community focusing on 1960’s pony cars like the Mustang, Camaro, and Firebird, the 1969 AMC AMX has flown under the radar for decades. However, that situation is changing, with values climbing over the past five years faster than the market average. With that thought in mind, I won’t be surprised if the bidding nudges $35,000 before the hammer falls. If the final figure is lower, it could represent a good buy for the lucky new owner. Have you ever owned an AMX? Was the experience enjoyable enough to tempt you to drop a bid on this one?
They didn’t splurge on any creature comforts. I’m thinking it probably has the go pack option with the 390. Even has the vacuum wiper motor. My guess is it will bring high 20’s and will make someone a unique fun car to to drive.
It was probably bought right off the lot, as most cars were . This was a time when people were looking for muscle cars, and in theory, the less you had in it, the faster you could go .The dealerships knew this and ordered them this way . AMC must have been the last company to use vacuum wiper motors; my 1970 Hornet had one
Go Pack included Front Disc Brakes… Ram Air, Positraction, and a front end sway bar.
These are scary fast and a little squirrelly, with no back seat to burden the car’s handling. The 390 is the one to have; too bad it doesn’t have the Rally Pak.
Is the rally pack the same as the go pack? If so how can you tell it doesn’t?
I think I answered my own question. The go-pack came with power assisted front disc brakes. No brake booster= no go-pack. Would seem funny a 390 would have one wheel peel unless you go option limited slip separately.
This ad is wrong in part but at least it shows the Rally Pak in one photo, a set of gauges above shifter. The Go Pak is mistaken for the Rally Pak but they are not the same. You can have a Go Pak with no Rally Pak….
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1608158/1969-amc-amx-for-sale-in-morgantown-pennsylvania-19543
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This looks SOOOO much nicer than the last one listed.
Stripes and different wheels and the other one would look just as good.
AMC NEVER matched numbers.
I had a ’70 with the Go Pak. I bought it from the dealer I worked for. Somebody ordered the car for their daughter, but she couldn’t drive it. It did have power brakes (standard with the GP) but no power steering or A/C! It also came standard with a close ratio 4 speed and a 4:11 rear axle so 70 MPH equaled about 4000 RPM. I drove it to Florida when I moved here, but sold it soon after because no AC in Florida was brutal.
This was the true “Poor Man’s Corvette”.
Naw….. the Nissan “Z” car was the “poor man’s Corvette”
I had a 1968 (Dash Plaque #02940) just like this one except mine was a 390 with a 4-speed and factory air conditioning.
That car was very rare because you will find 390, 4-speeds but they usually have no A/C. Or you will find 390s with A/C but they are usually automatics.
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It says for sale by a private seller, well they have 44 vehicles listed.
Very nice vehicle. I would love to own it. But it’s on the wrong coast and is rapidly getting bid out of my price range. The shipping cost and buyers premium will tack on a significant increase in cost for me. And yes these were seriously fast cars. I’m glad to see that they are finally getting the respect that they deserve. GLWTS.
Not sure what u guys mean by saying they’re finally going up in price ect……I remember looking like 15 years ago and they were pretty pricey back then because they’re much rarer than a Ford or Chevy or Mopar, maybe about the same price points as a lot of Mopars because they’ve always cost more it seems.
American Motors never really had a place in my heart, which is kind of funny since I worked at an AMC dealer for awhile. And my best friend had a Gremlin. My godparents always had Nash and Ramblers, which is why, I guess, I had the opinion that AMC was just as stogie as they were.
I have to admit, that over the years the Javelin, the 2 door Matador and the AMX have grown on me. I wouldn’t mind owning any one of these.
I know, shocking, huh? From Cadillac to AMX. Weirder things have happened
same here, but only for the AMX. Rare in the day only 1 buddy had one an hr’n a half away to the norwest in manchester nh.
The other listed is more my desire AND $ range. Like to go full SCCA livery, follow the circut wkends…
My childhood neighbors had two dark green (British Racing Green?) ones with white stripes. His was a four speed and hers was a auto. They both got sold in the late eighties/early nineties. I was, and still am, a Mopar man and they held little interest for me. However I did have a Javelin, six cylinder/automatic a few years later and thought it looked much nicer than the stubby AMX. If I want quirky I’d buy a SC/Rambler.
Think twice about buying from this guy. Read his Ebay feedback. Scammed a lot of people
It was probably bought right off the lot, as most cars were . This was a time when people were looking for muscle cars, and in theory, the less you had in it, the faster you could go .The dealerships knew this and ordered them this way . AMC must have been the last company to use vacuum wiper motors; my 1970 Hornet had one
Sold, $24,201.
Seems like a good deal for a muscle car that you can jump into and drive with a minimal amount of work, in today’s market.
I agree with some previous posts. I had a 1970 Mach I Grabber Blue, 351 Cleveland 4bbl, 4 speed,, no power anything !!! My girlfriends Dad had a used car lot, and she had a 1969 AMX, White with Red stripes and interior. That car was gorgeous. The Mustangs, Camaros, Cudas and AMX were ALL gorgeous cars then.The styling of those models in 69 & 70 were some of the best looking IMHO.
@Steven L Tanner
Their styling was so good that the current Mustangs, Camaros and Challengers live on today in their honor.
Chrysler currently owns the rights to anything AMC…
but I think if they put out a “RETROMOD” AMX with a HEMI option, and current Drivetrain specs, it could be one of the LAST PETRO POWERED ASSPHALT EATERS for the American Muscle Car Collector!