AMC Javelin

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The Javelin was restyled in 1971 to incorporate various elements that had been desired modifications to the earlier Javelins for racing in the Trans-Am circuits. A roof spoiler became integral. The fender bulges racers made to accept wide racing tires was adapted, but the way AMC stylists arched the fenders over the wheel wells begged for criticism from the media; “...like the Corvette, but less graceful...” A wide range of engines and transmissions were offered from an economical 232 in³ (3... Read Full Story

When AMC debuted the Javelin in 1968, the full production version of one of the AMX prototypes that was shown around the USA during the 1966 AMX project tour, it was available with a variety of AMC engines from an economical 232 in³ straight-six through three V8s, including (with the optional “Go Package”) a four-barrel carbureted 343 cu in (5.6 L) V8. That package also included power front disc brakes, dual exhausts, and wide tires. The SST trim level gave a greater degree of luxury. In mid... Read Full Story

Between 30 December 1968 and 2 July 1970, the German coach builder, Karmann, assembled 280 [2] CKD (Completely Knocked Down) Javelins that were sold in Europe. This deal was very significant because it was a completely American designed car that was made in Germany. Karmann’s “Javelin 79-K” came with the 343 cu in (5.6 L) engine. 90% of the parts and components used came in crates from the USA. At Karmann’s facility in Rheine the cars were assembled, painted, and test-driven prior to shipment... Read Full Story

232 cu in (3.8 L) AMC I6, 135 hp (100 kW) (gross) 258 cu in (4.2 L) AMC I6, 150 hp (110 kW) (gross) 304 cu in (5.0 L) AMC V8, 210 hp (157 kW) (gross) 360 cu in (5.9 L) AMC V8, 245 hp (182 kW) (gross) (two-barrel/single exhaust) 360 cu in (5.9 L) AMC V8, 285 hp (212 kW) (gross) (four-barrel/dual exhaust) 401 cu in (6.6 L) AMC V8, 335 hp (250 kW) (gross)/255 HP net Read Full Story