AMC

V8 Project: 1979 AMC Spirit AMX

We’ve seen a few of the AMC Spirit AMXs roll across these pages, but some important details can make all the difference when deciding which examples are most desirable. This car features the larger V8 engine; air conditioning; and… more»

$2,900 1974 AMC Matador X Coupe

Cars tend to go in phases here on Barn Finds or really anywhere on Al Gore’s internet. That’s not a bad thing at all in my opinion, I love seeing different versions of the same vehicles, different models, different… more»

Big Block Bruiser: 1976 AMC Gremlin X

This is not your father’s Oldsmobile, unless your father’s Oldsmobile was actually a 454 cubic-inch V8-powered 1976 AMC Gremlin X. This mind-spinning and tire-spinning custom can be found here on craigslist in impossibly-beautiful Missoula, Montana. The seller is asking… more»

Teacher Owned: 1981 AMC Concord D/L

Bought new by a teacher in Phoenix, this 1981 AMC Concord D/L has been in the family ever since. It can be found here on craigslist in Mesa, Arizona. They have what seems like a very reasonable price of… more»

1 of 40! 1981 AMC Eagle Sundancer 4X4

No one ever accused American Motors Corporation (AMC) of conservative choices. When you’re the “little guy,” it takes polarizing decisions to carve out a niche. Enter the Eagle, an all-wheel-drive car from the days when such options were generally… more»

Barn Find: 1967 AMC Ambassador DPL

The sixth-generation Ambassadors were now solidly AMCs instead of Ramblers, at least in name, and they were great looking cars. This 1967 AMC Ambassador DPL can be found here on eBay in Carp Lake, Michigan, just south of the… more»

Solid But Baked: 1972 AMC Gremlin X

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and while some people really like the AMC Gremlin, others have a very different opinion. There never seems to be a middle ground for anyone when it comes to the Gremlin’s… more»

Last Year: 1957 Nash Ambassador Custom

This 1957 Nash Ambassador Custom has been from coast-to-coast, at least on a car trailer. It’s originally a California car but now resides in storage in Augusta, Maine where the seller has it listed here on eBay. They have… more»

All Original: 1972 AMC Matador Hardtop

Unless a person doesn’t want any doors on their car, we shouldn’t be hearing “Too many doors” comments about this 1972 AMC Matador two-door hardtop. This stored car can be found here on eBay in Wilmington, California with a… more»

It’s Baaack! 1974 AMC Matador Brougham

When we write about some of the cars that are advertised on various sites here at Barn Finds, it sometimes crosses my mind as to whether the owners actually take the opportunity to read our articles. Barn Finder Iain… more»

Spares Stash: AMC Parts and Cars Collection

When I first listed a Barn Finds Exclusive for a ’69 Javelin SST, I heard lots of armchair quarterback commentary about the lack of spare parts and how hard it is to restore one (to which I laughed and suggested… more»

Pierre Cardin Edition: 1973 AMC Javelin

While brand collaborations between car manufacturers and consumer product lines are nothing new, the Pierre Cardin edition AMC Javelins stand alone. Although purely cosmetic in nature, it stood apart for the daring interior color scheme it offered consumers who… more»

Impound Lot Sale: Chickasha Car Farm

A seller on craigslist claims the cars on his farm are all former impound lot victims that he apparently wrangled up when they went to auction or remained unclaimed. There’s nothing crazy desirable here, but prices seem pretty cheap… more»

Not Going to Finish It: 1978 AMC Pacer

The seller of this 1978 AMC Pacer sounds like he has project fatigue, a point we can all relate to given the trials and errors of restoration. The car needs a fair amount of work, both cosmetic and mechanical,… more»

Classic Daily Driver: 1981 AMC Eagle

There’s a bubbling appreciation for the 1981 AMC Eagle, as enthusiasts realize just how far ahead of their time these early SUVs were and the impressive utility they offer in a cheap-to-run package. This example is quite clean with… more»

Pacer Concept Car: 1977 AMC Pacer Panel Wagon

And now for something completely different. This 1977 AMC Panel Wagon was 1-of-16 that were built as concept vehicles for AMC by an outside contractor. After reviewing the concepts, AMC chose not to move forward with the project. The… more»

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