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Javelin production meanwhile reached a second-generation high of 27,696 units. Out of that total number, a total of 4,980 Javelin-AMX models were produced for the final model year. Several factors led to the demise of the Javelin model, not the least of which was the economic climate of the time.
The AMC AMX is a two-seat GT-style muscle car produced by American Motors Corporation from 1968 through 1970. [2] [6] As one of just two American-built two-seaters, the AMX was in direct competition with the one-inch (2.5 cm) longer wheelbase Chevrolet Corvette, [7] for substantially less money.
1970 AMX window sticker showing the Go Pac listed as "PP390V,TG,DB,HDC,HP,E70/WHT LETTR $371.41" 1973 Javelin AMX Monroney sticker with the Go Pac 401 CID 4-barrel option listed for $476.25. The 1968 model year Javelin was the first to offer AMC's optional "Go package". [9]
The AMX 390 engine in a 1968 AMX. The 390 cu in (6.4 L) AMX engine had a bore and stroke of 4.165 in × 3.574 in (105.8 mm × 90.8 mm). It received heavier main bearing support webbing than the smaller AMC V8s, as well as a forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods. Forged cranks and rods were used for their known strength—there was ...
Javelin with "Go" package Ambassador hardtop wagon Rambler American convertible. American Motors models historically regarded by hobbyists as particularly "collectible" include the Javelin, AMX, and performance specials such as the 1957 Rambler Rebel, 1965–67 Marlin, 1969 Hurst SC/Rambler, 1970 Rebel Machine, and 1971 Hornet SC/360.
The javelin went through the promising University of Georgia sprinter’s back below his left shoulder blade, punctured and collapsed his left lung and missed his heart by millimeters.
[3] [4] The Javelin-derived two-seat AMX received good reception as a muscle car, but sold less than expected. [5] The Chevrolet Corvette was the only other two-seat car at the time with an established reputation, and possibly the AMX's stylistic proximity to the Javelin. [6] [7] [8] [Notes 1]
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