The final years of the AMX don’t get the same spotlight as the earlier two-seat cars, but they still have plenty to offer—especially for anyone hunting for a solid project they can actually drive while improving it. This 1974 AMC AMX, listed here on eBay, represents the tail end of the model’s run and comes with the classic ingredients: a 360 V8, an automatic transmission, and that unmistakable AMC personality that makes these later cars interesting in their own right. The seller is upfront about its condition, noting that it runs and drives, which is always a good starting point for a vintage muscle car priced as a restoration candidate rather than a finished showpiece. Thanks for the tip Curvette!

The 360 engine is said to run smoothly, and the car drives well enough to move under its own power. That alone gives potential buyers a solid foundation to start from, especially considering the age of the car and the typical issues that can sideline long-stored classics. Power steering is functional, and the wheels and tires are in excellent shape according to the seller, meaning the basics for safe rolling are already in place. The odometer shows over 100,000 miles, and while the exact mileage isn’t known, the seller’s honesty about that detail is welcome.

As with many unrestored classics, there are areas that will need attention. The seller mentions some floor and rail work on the list, so a future owner should expect metal repair in those areas. The exhaust system also needs replacement. These jobs aren’t uncommon for an AMX of this era, especially one that’s sat for years or lived in harsher climates. The body, however, is described as mostly solid, which means the starting point is better than what many AMC projects offer.

Inside, the AMX is in decent shape overall but would benefit from cosmetic freshening. Nothing in the description suggests heavy disassembly or major missing components, which is a relief for anyone hoping to avoid a full interior hunt. The car does not have air conditioning, something buyers in warmer areas will want to keep in mind.

Taken as a whole, this ’74 AMX feels like a fair blend of usability and project potential. It’s the sort of car you can tune, restore, and improve gradually without having to drag it home in pieces. And with these later AMXs becoming harder to find in running condition, it may appeal to AMC fans looking for something distinctive that doesn’t come with the price tag of a fully restored model.

Would you restore this AMX back to factory specs or lean into a period-style street machine build?