Vehicle Description
Somewhere between the ultimate sleeper and uniquely cool custom
lies this 1981 AMC Eagle. It's full custom appearance gives a hint
at the five-speed manual and performance 5.0 V8 lying within.
We doubt you'll ever find a cooler wagon from the '80s. The AMC
Eagle had a distinct shape that we all recognize. But while most
came with wood paneling, you can instantly tell there is something
quite different about this one. The gunmetal gray with satin finish
is an international symbol for toughness. Plus, the blacked-out
grille, black lower body paint, tinted windows, and black 17-inch
wheels, all let you know this wagon is not for waiting in line at
soccer practice. But more than just the mean attitude, take some
time to appreciate the total quality of this classic. It's in all
the great details - from the custom headlights to the overall
straightness of the sheetmetal.
When you open the door, any final notions that this is just a
station wagon are squashed when you see the custom racing bucket
seats. These blend quite well with the original elements of the
interior, and even the rear bench has been re-covered so that the
interior has a true uniform feeling. The dash has all the right
feature like heat/defrost controls and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo.
But it's when you grab the wood rim steering wheel in your right
hand, and the short throw shifter with your left one, that you're
really going to fall in love/lust with this wagon.
The exterior gray returns under the hood on the air topper and
valve covers, but with the Ford Racing name boldly in red, this
engine bay immediately announces its serious power. This is Ford's
famous 5.0-liter V8. And while that's already a big upgrade over
the six-cylinder from AMC, this hot rod wagon goes much further. It
has go-fast goodies such as a roller cam, Holley four-barrel
carburetor, Stealth intake, aluminum radiator, and shorty headers
feeding the wicked-sounding dual exhaust. You've got complete
control over this enhanced V8 and its thunderous soundtrack thanks
to the T5 five-speed manual transmission. And while the original
Eagle vehicles had the ride height raised to help the four-wheel
drive, this rear-wheel screamer has been lowered. Plus, the front
disc brakes and the grip of modern Continental tires enhance the
sports suspension.
With only 6,100 miles on the total build, you're looking at a very
unique machine that will have them all talking even before you
smoke the tires. And with such an affordable price, you know you
need to hurry. Call today!!!