Re: [Amc-list] 74 AMX ????

[JOE FULTON <piper_pa20@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob,

I'm up late tonight so I'll take a shot at answering
your question.

First let's consider things to look for in the body:

Very few body and trim parts are available as NOS or
reproductions, so rust in the front fenders, roof,
glass channels, or anywhere in the rear above the
lower rear quarters is serious on a 74 AMX.  It's
serious because you will need to find factory sheet
metal (donor car or parts) to properly patch it. 
Patch panels are available for the lower rear quarters
and for sections of the floor.

Interior dash and trim pieces show up on Ebay and may
be available used or NOW from vendors.  NOS interior
fabrics are available, though expensive, from a couple
of vendors.  Carpet kits are common.  Side glass and
the rear window have to be purchased used, but are
available. New windshields are commonly seen on Ebay. 


AMX grilles and the grille bucket behind the screen
are available used, but are getting scarce I think.

Mechanicals:   The front and rear suspension wear
parts (ball joints, shocks, tie rod ends, spring
bushings with the exception of the front spring seats
are available.  Front spring seats can be
reconditioned and there have been posts here on the
list about how to do that.  Engine, transmission, and
rear end parts are fairly commonly available and the
reconditioning costs for these parts are typcial for
70s era cars from any manufacturer.  A lot of the
credit for their availability goes to the fact that
the power train was used in thousands of Jeeps.

I reconditioned (not really restored) a low mileage 73
Javelin last year, so I speak from some experience. 
Drive the car if you can and listen for noises in the
front suspension and feel for "play" in the steering
which can be caused by worn ball joints, tie rod ends,
strut rod bushings, or spring seats.  Noise or a
"clunk" in the driveline is commonly cause by a worn
or collapsed transmission mount.  Doors that don't
close or creak when they are moved (or sag on the door
bolts) are caused by worn hinge bushings.  

Good luck with your candidate.

Joe Fulton
Salinas, CA

--- Bob Fisher <twins3950@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Lookin to purchase 74 AMX, can anyone give value
> opinion?? Plus whatt to look for?
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