Vehicle Description
1968 AMC AMX For Sale - Factory 390, Factory Matador Red, Very
Nicely Restored LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1968 AMC
AMX In a 1966 Detroit meeting of the Society of Automotive
Engineers, American Motors Corporation officials introduced a
compact prototype short-wheelbase two-seat coupe with fastback
styling. Named "AMX," the "pushcar" prototype soon found its way
into automotive periodicals where it was lavished with praise. The
AMXs came standard with a 290-cid/225-hp V-8. From there, buyers
could take one step up to the 343-cid/280-hp V-8, or a 315-lb.
390-cid power plant that gave the little coupe a 10.8
lbs.-per-horsepower ratio. The short 97-inch wheelbase cut the
390-powered AMX's curb weight to 3,205 lbs. Car and Driver found
this combination good for a 6.6 second 0-to-60 mph time. The 390
AMX did fish-tail down the quarter-mile in 14.8 seconds at 95 mph
with a top speed estimated at 122 mph. The fastback body was
factory factory ordered code 39A Matador Red accented with white
hood stripes. Inside is a trim 831A black bucket-seat interior with
a wood-grain steering wheel. In the one-piece injection-molded dash
is the optional AM radio, factory air conditioning and a 140 MPH
speedometer. The main focal point is the top of the line 390/315hp
engine which is backed the "Shift-Command" three speed automatic
transmission. It also is optioned with power brakes and power
steering for better drivability. The engine bay is nicely detailed
in appropriate finishes and colors, including corporate turquoise
paint on the block itself. �Styled 5-spoke road wheels and the
body-color complementing redline bias ply tires complete this
classic performance machine. This nicely restored 1968 AMC AMX is
the perfect cruiser to take to your local car show. It was factory
with the right options to make this AMX the perfect cruiser. With
these characteristics and nicely restored, this AMX is an
enthusiast's dream. Additional Details: 1968 AMC AMX -
