Rambler’s characteristic dumpling-esque design is on full display here, with the wheels tucked as far under the body as possible while still allowing a normal guy to change a tire. The American was launched in 1958 into a fast-developing… more»
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No Reserve: 1972 AMC Javelin AMX
I have long admired AMC, and have always felt that the company’s Javelin is one of the most attractive examples of a pony car. AMC produced some less-than-attractive vehicles, but it hit a sweet spot with the Javelin. This… more»
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Not Many Left? 1966 AMC Rambler Rebel
American Motors made an early performance statement in the late 1950s with the Rambler Rebel. Those cars came standard with a V8 engine rather than an inline-6. But it was phased out after 1960 as AMC focused more on… more»
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Red White & Blue: 1970 AMC Rebel Machine
The Rebel Machine was a mid-sized muscle car offered by American Motors for only one year in 1970. Production numbers were small when compared to those of market leaders like the Pontiac GTO and Chevy Chevelle SS 396. We… more»
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Recent Garage Find: 1975 AMC Hornet
American Motors resurrected the Hornet nameplate in 1970 as the replacement for the Rambler American venerable compact. It was more stylish than its predecessor and continued through 1977, after which it would morph into the Concord and then the… more»
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Sporty Survivor: 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout
If there’s a better color for a 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout wagon, I can’t think of one. Even with two greens, three blues, yellow, copper, gold, and even plum, Sienna Orange has to be the ultimate color to make… more»
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Last-Year Muscle: 1974 AMC AMX
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… more»
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35k Original Miles: 1969 AMC Javelin
Although it is now little more than a distant memory, AMC developed a reputation for producing some extremely nice passenger cars. This 1969 Javelin is a perfect example of its craft, with styling that remains clean and crisp over… more»
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Bold Brute! 1969 AMC SC/Rambler
Originally intended as a 500 unit halo model to generate some buzz, AMC’s SC/Rambler wore a bold and patriotic color scheme and backed up that flash with a 390 V8, Hurst shifter, and more. This 1969 AMC SC/Rambler in… more»
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Well-Preserved: 1976 AMC Pacer in Minneapolis
Every so often, a listing pops up that reminds us why quirky, underappreciated classics are still some of the most fun finds on craigslist. This 1976 AMC Pacer—yes, the famous wide small car—might be one of the most charming… more»
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52k-Mile Convertible: 1962 Rambler American
In the 1950s and 1960s, American Motors was your go-to company for sensibly sized, economical transportation. The American compact led the way for AMC and enabled them to snag fourth place in sales in 1962, the year the seller’s… more»
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4-Speed Daily Driver: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX
In the late 1960s, only two U.S. manufacturers built a 2-seat automobile – the Chevrolet Corvette and the American Motors AMX. The latter, a GT-style muscle car, had light sales from 1968 to 1970, so AMC nixed production and… more»
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68k Original Miles: 1980 AMC Eagle Limited Wagon
Hiding in this garage is a vehicle that might appeal to enthusiasts seeking a classic Station Wagon. This 1980 AMC Eagle Limited Wagon is a two-owner survivor with a mere 68,000 miles on its odometer. Its condition is exceptional… more»
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Long-Term Storage: Rust-Free 1978 AMC Pacer
Golden Ginger Metallic is the name of the beautiful, rich color on this 1978 AMC Pacer D/L, and Goldie may not be a bad name for the pooch sneaking across the photo. I’m not quite sure why the color-keyed… more»
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Cheap Driver Or Restore: 1974 AMC Hornet
We’ve featured a couple of the more oddly-shaped AMC cars here on Barn Finds over the last couple of days, including a 1974 Gremlin and a 1975 Pacer. However, today’s auto is a bit more mainstream, at least in… more»
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Solid and Mostly Original 1975 AMC Pacer
Yesterday, we featured a very nice 1973 Gremlin on the site, one of those quirky AMC offerings that’s aged well through the years. Perhaps even more of an oddity that followed from the brand was their Pacer, which was… more»
