This V8 Legend Crushed Records for Half Corvette's Price!
Step back in time to the late 1960s when American Motors Corporation (AMC) made a bold move that would change their image forever with the incredible AMX sports car. As a smaller company competing against automotive giants like Ford and Chevrolet, AMC needed something special to stand out - and the AMX was their answer. This wasn't just another muscle car; it was America's answer to European sports cars, offering high performance at a price that wouldn't break the bank.
The AMX was truly unique as one of the few American-made two-seater sports cars of its era, joining the exclusive club that included the legendary Corvette. But here's what made it really special: it cost about 25% less than a Corvette while delivering similar thrills. Buyers could choose from three powerful V8 engines, with the top-of-the-line 390 cubic inch version pumping out an impressive 315 horsepower - enough to make the AMX a serious performer on both the street and track.
To prove the AMX wasn't just all talk, AMC partnered with Craig Breedlove, the famous land speed record holder. Before the car even hit showrooms, Breedlove and his team took specially prepared AMXs to a test track in Texas and set an amazing 106 world speed and endurance records. The car also made its mark in drag racing, with professional drivers like Shirley "Drag-On Lady" Shahan showing what the AMX could do on the quarter-mile.
The AMX wasn't just about raw power - it was packed with innovative features that earned it "best-engineered car of the year" awards in both 1969 and 1970. It introduced the first one-piece injection-molded dashboard and pioneered new safety glass technology. For those who wanted to stand out even more, AMC offered eye-catching "Big Bad" colors in neon blue, orange, and green, complete with matching bumpers.
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