For Sale: 1968 AMC AMX in Elkhart, Indiana

Here is an example of a rare, and iconic muscle car from the 1960's. This 1 family owned since new 1968 AMC AMX has always been very well maintained and cared for. With this special AMX comes with a copy of a letter written by the son of the gentleman that special ordered this car, just the way he wanted it. Being a factory "Go Pack Car", it comes with some nice performance upgrades including upgraded cooling from the 4 core radiator, power front disc brakes, and heavy-duty suspension with thicker sway-bars. Some other upgrades that were special ordered with this particular AMX is the 315 HP / 425 torque 390 CU IN V8 and the 4 speed manual transmission. Form the factory the 390 medium block came with forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods, as well as larger rod bearings. The performance produced was very respectful with a 0 to 60 time of 5.7 seconds, which could be reached in first gear. The factory 54A code turbo silver metallic paint and chrome are in excellent condition. The black vinyl interior is also in excellent condition and features options like factory in dash tach, bucket seats, and factory AM/FM radio. Dash number for this great AMX is 02517. The 1968 AMX was the first steel bodied, 2 seater American performance car since the 1957 Ford Thunderbird. And having a 2" shorter wheelbase, many considered it direct competition for the Chevrolet Corvette. It is becoming very difficult to find 1 family owned cars this special and well optioned, not to mention in this condition. This great muscle car is turn key ready to show and enjoy.