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1973 AMC Javelin 2-Dr Hardtop

AMX is a distinct 2-door hardtop trim within the Javelin line (body class 8).
A3M798Z295200
V8
Engine
2-Dr Hardtop
Body
Kenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 AMC Javelin

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code A AMC
Year digit 3 1973
Transmission code M Manual Floor Shift
Series Code 7 Javelin
Body type code 9 2-Dr Hardtop
Body class code 8 Javelin
Engine Code Z V8, 401 CID, 4-BC
Production Number 295200 295200

Basic Information

MakeAMC
ModelJavelin
Year1973
Body Style2-Dr Hardtop
ManufacturerAmerican Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

EngineV8, 401 CID, 4-BC
Cylinders8
Displacement401 CID
Horsepower255 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-BC
Assembly PlantKenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Pattern SourceAMC
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1971 through 1974
Headroom front37.5
Headroom rear35.5
Height51.2
Legroom front42.5
Legroom rear31.0
Length192.3
Nameplate origin1968
Wheelbase110.0
Width75.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)