I have long admired AMC, mainly because it was a genuine battler in the automotive world. Admittedly, some of its cars weren’t oil paintings, but it produced a few extremely interesting cars on an exceptionally tight budget. This 1968 AMC AMX is a perfect example of that philosophy, with the seller indicating it is an original survivor. It presents extremely well and features a V8 that delivers excellent performance. It has no major needs and is guaranteed to find a new home in a few days. The seller has listed the AMX here on eBay in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. The bidding sits at $5,000, and it will definitely find a new home because it is offered with No Reserve.
Chevrolet virtually cornered the market for domestically produced two-seat high-performance cars with the Corvette, but AMC offered an interesting alternative when it released the AMX in 1968. It didn’t deliver open-air motoring, but it was undeniably more practical than the Corvette. Finished in Frost White, this first-year example makes a positive first impression for a survivor-grade classic. The original paint shines nicely, and the panels are straight. The underside shots, although not brilliant, confirm that the floors are rock-solid. However, it isn’t all positive news, because a close inspection seems to reveal rust in the lower driver’s-side rear quarter panel. No close-up images are available, but this appears to be the only affected area. If so, fixing it shouldn’t be difficult or expensive. The trim looks tidy, and the glass is clear.
Trimmed in Red vinyl, this classic’s only interior aftermarket addition appears to be the tachometer mounted in the gauge cluster. Otherwise, it is as it left the factory. The appearance suggests the car has been treated respectfully, with no visible wear on the upholstered surfaces and clean carpet with no cosmetic problems. The only thing deserving criticism is the wheel, which has several cracks. Otherwise, the interior passes muster for a driver-grade classic.
The first owner pulled out all the stops, ordering this AMX with the range-topping 390ci V8, a three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. This combination was easily the most popular available in 1968, being chosen by 2,287 buyers. The 1968 Sales Brochure quotes power and torque figures of 315hp and 425 ft/lbs for the 390, and with the car tipping the scales at just over 3,200 lbs, it is a genuinely fast classic. The seller confirms that this AMX is numbers-matching. It has been meticulously maintained and regularly serviced. The spotless engine bay doesn’t flatter to deceive, because the seller confirms that the car is ready for action, whether for weekend cruising or trips to a Cars & Coffee.
The 1968 AMC AMX offered potential buyers a viable alternative to the Chevrolet Corvette. Admittedly, it wasn’t as sleek or glamorous, but its usable trunk made it more practical. It is also significantly rarer than the ‘Vette, with a 1968 sales tally of 6,725, versus the Corvette’s 28,566. This AMX looks like a gem, and while the visible rust is disappointing, it appears confined to a relatively small area that should be easy to fix. With No Reserve in play, would you consider pursuing this beauty further?
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