There have been many trends through time, such as “Members Only” jackets, “Aigner” purses, and even trendy designer snow boots. For whatever the reason, some things just happen to wind up as “designer” items, even automobiles. Although I am sure the last thing you would have expected to see and read about is story on designer AMC. Yes, strange and shocking, the famous Italian design house “Gucci” decked out the interior of this American station wagon. Yes, you read that correctly, a “Gucci” influenced station wagon. This 1972 AMC is certainly an uncommon machine, and really has a neat and unique interior that will leave many in disbelief. All of this fine Ameri-talian design is offered for $5,000. Check out this unique machine here on craigslist out of Austin, Texas.
Although a designer car, sadly AMC missed the opportunity to add a Gucci themed pattern to the valve cover, and the air cleaner. All jokes aside, this Hornet is no different under the hood than any other Hornet from the time. The torquey 258 cubic inch inline 6 is in great running order, and is prepared to take you on whatever designer based, or luxury trip you may choose. The only drawback is the air conditioning needs some attention, so I assume it is not operational.
In all of its Italian designed glory, this remarkable interior is in fantastic condition. Clearly the highlight of this car, there are some neat yet subtle features that add to this unique machine. The Gucci patterned headliner is interesting and in great condition. Although 45 years old, this interior is still as plush and swanky as it was when it was new. Clearly treasured, and well taken care of, AMC is a rare machine as 2,583 were produced for 1972.
From the outside, you wouldn’t be any wiser to the fact that this AMC is graced with an Italian designer taste. The only real giveaway on the exterior is the fender mounted Gucci badge on either side of the car. Overall the body looks straight and rust free, but there is some fading going on, and the passenger door is clearly a different shade as if that door has been replaced, or repainted. Also there is some spray paint on the driver front fender. Other than these few issues, this Hornet looks like an excellent candidate for a repaint to make this once great luxury car like new once again. Does this luxurious classic appeal to your designer taste?
AMC didn’t make a bad car per se but this is lipstick on a pig. Same with the Levi’s and Pierre Cardin interiors.
Oh I agree, it certainly is an unlikely match.
And just because you don’t like it means absolutely nothing. It sold fast because it’s a great looking rare car.
I like the theme but not the green, but that is irrelevant to my point. Which as Brian says is an “unlikely” match.
I had a 1983 Concord Woody Wagon and I loved it, had a lot more sound insulation than the older Hornets had !
Deleted listing, perhaps sold……
Still looking for my wife’s birthday present. I’d love to be able to say I got her something from Gucci . . .this is too cool. Too bad it’s gone.
Yeah, jimjim, I imagine your wife would have been thrilled with this “Gucci” present!
I absolutely love it. The interior is cool, the Magnum 500 wheels look great, and the 258 six is super smooth and lasts forever (it became the Jeep 4.0 later on). This was really the first American compact wagon, and AMC designed some interesting cars on a tiny budget.
That interior is awesome.
real cool! AMC made a lot of themed wagons. needs the 304 option.
I love me a Hornet but that interior…….I’m gonna be sick.
I’ve read of, but never seen one of these – And, humbly, I think I’ve seen a lot of AMC’s. Don’t know how you guys are able to continually dredge this stuff to the site. ’72 was the last great year for the Hornet-based wagon, in my opinion – Great find! Keep digging them up!
Put some 26″ dubs on it, since it already has the Gucci interior…
I live near Austin. The seller must not have included “station wagon” in the description, as I have a search set up to send me all new listings with that in the ad and didn’t get it.
What a gorgeous, gorgeous car! I think
I’ll draw a portrait of this car after I call
my banker to get a loan to buy it!
I had a amc hornet 🐝 with the 304 v8 and Levi jeans interior loved that car biggest mistake selling it
Belongs in a museum…no fun to drive.
Always the innovator. AMC had a totally unchanged two year old production vehicle and made it new and exciting for 72 by getting a famous designer on board to style a fancy interior. The interior came only one way. The “green” was standard. It was the 1970’s. Those that were not hip didn’t AND DON’T get it.
The Hornet Sportabout was an amazing vehicle. It worked because the offerings at the time from the big three were simply big. (Chevrolet Kingswood 454 etc) The hatch back economy wagon was something that snuck in under their radar. The Vega and Pinto wagons were no match for size and thrifty power from the 232/258. A good design and same under structure that evolved into the Concord and Eagle 4X4 and lasted until 1987. An impressive feat.
Someone got a deal. All I can say is this was well bought.
BARN FINDS-
i am NOT a FAN of your new layout
i use to get the info as it came in
NOW
i get a delayed page of multi listings…..
NOT A FAN
Hi Duke, we haven’t changed anything recently so please email us with more details so we can try to get it fixed for you: mail@barnfinds.com
The red-within-green stripes on a beige-gold field are Gucci’s signature — even the recent Fiat 500 Gucci edition had them — so that’s pretty much the only color scheme one would expect. I wonder if the headliner is the exact same fabric Gucci used for their purse/baggage line?
Hi there. New to both the car world and the AMC world as well. Recently got a 1975 hornet 304 V-8. Barn find. Body is in great condition. Little to no rust. Starts and runs well. I put new tires on it, got an oil change, run decent. Needs some exhaust work. Basically just looking to talk to people who know about this kind of stuff.
Joshua, check out the AMC Forum. Anything you could possibly want to know is there.
http://theamcforum.com/forum/forums.html
Thanks for the info
I think that AMC was Doing it’s Level best to make the SportAbout Truly Classy.. Very Clever and interesting packaging . A car that was really ahead of it’s Time.
Hi can anyone tell me where the radio speaker(s) are located on a ’75 hornet sportabout. Thanks!!
As I recall, ours was right there in the center of the dash (mono radio), stereo probably moved them to the doors…why do you ask?
My Mom had a Gucci Sport about with wood paneling. It was the ugliest damn car. It had the 304 v8 like the Javelin and it moved. My sister almost ran it off the road in Palos Verdes on a sharp bend it had a lot off power. It was actually an upgrade from the VW square back she had before.
I know where this car is!