1970 AMC Javelin 2-Dr Hardtop / Sport Coupe
Competed with Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, Plymouth Barracuda, and Pontiac Firebird. A limited "Trans-Am" edition (390 CID V8, 4-speed) was built to meet SCCA racing requirements.
A0C797P171650
V8
Engine
2-Dr Hardtop / Sport Coupe
Body
Kenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1970 AMC Javelin
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | A | AMC |
| Year digit | 0 | 1970 |
| Transmission code | C | Overdrive Automatic |
| Series Code | 7 | Javelin |
| Body type code | 9 | 2-Dr Hardtop / Sport Coupe |
| Body class code | 7 | Javelin |
| Engine Code | P | V8, 360 CID, 4-BC (290 HP) |
| Production Number | 171650 | 171650 |
Basic Information
MakeAMC
ModelJavelin
Year1970
Body Style2-Dr Hardtop / Sport Coupe
ManufacturerAmerican Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
EngineV8, 360 CID, 4-BC (290 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement360 CID
Horsepower290 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-BC
Assembly PlantKenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Pattern SourceAMC
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1968 through 1970
Headroom front39.0
Headroom rear36.7
HeightNA
Legroom front42.0
Legroom rear29.8
Length189.2
Nameplate origin1968
Wheelbase109.0
Width71.9
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)