AMC’s decision to introduce the Sportabout as the Station Wagon variant of its Hornet range in 1971 proved an inspired choice. The company scored an immediate hit, with the Sportabout accounting for nearly 70% of total Hornet sales in… more»
Sportabout
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Garage-Kept Survivor: 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout D/L Wagon
AMC released its Hornet range for the 1970 model year, with buyers able to choose from two and four-sedan versions. It introduced a Station Wagon derivative in 1971 called the Sportabout, which proved to be an instant hit. More… more»
Oct 15, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rare Convertible: 1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout
The 1945 to 1950 period must have been the best of times and the worst of times for automakers. On the one hand, technology was beginning to improve the driving experience. On the other hand, companies had to recycle… more»
Mar 31, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare Drop-Top: 1950 Dodge Wayfarer
When you hear the term “roadster” you usually think of a small, open two-seat sports car often built in England. But Dodge expanded the concept in 1949-52 with its Wayfarer line of cars, which included a 3-passenger convertible called… more»
May 9, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
70k Mile Survivor: 1973 AMC Hornet Sportabout
AMC Vehicles have always had a special place in my heart, as the car I learned to drive on was my dad’s 1977 Gremlin. Most AMC cars had a distinctive look, and when I was a kid I remember… more»
Jun 4, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Classic Wagon: 1973 AMC Hornet Sportabout
If you look across the total AMC Hornet production for 1973, the wagon was a clear winner in the model’s sales stakes. AMC managed to shift 44,719 examples of the stylish vehicle, although finding a nice example for sale… more»
