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    Default Need some help please/70 AMX or Javelin

    Hi - I'm new here and will be looking for a 70 Javelin or AMX soon. I've owned three 1970 LT-1 Corvettes and one 1970 W-30 442 and am saving the best for last. Not sure where to look for block/transmission numbers to verify matching numbers and don't understand how the car had to be ordered to get the center functional hood scoop. Lastly, are the two round vents on the front dash over the radio A/C vents ?I noticed in pictures some have them and some don't. Any other tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

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    Default Need some help please/70 AMX or Javelin

    Welcome RayG and thanks for stopping in!
    Wow, sweet cars you've had. '72 was the last year of chrome bumpers for the Vette wasn't it?
    To answer your questions on engine trans verification go to the Technical Data page in the main site (click the lightning logo above to go to the homepage and navigate through the menu and sub-menus on the left sidebar) or go directly to it here: http://amx-perience.com/AMXtechPage.htm
    Check the VIN for the engine cid and trans type. AMC made it easy to check the cid of the engine. It's cast in the side of the block in 2" high numbers. T/A blocks (racing) and some warranty replacement blocks didn't have these numbers - all others did. However AMC did not "numbers match" specific blocks and trannys to their cars like GM and others did. This means that a 1970 AMX with a 390 and an auto in it that was replaced with a different 1970 390 and auto is "numbers matching" though it is not original.
    That page also has paint and interior codes (door tag codes), option production percentages and more.


    The functional Ram Air hood was part of the Go-Pakage.

    And yes, the two vents in the center of the dash are indeed A/C vents. Approximately 20% of the AMXs produced in 1968-70 had the A/C option.

    I may have a line on a 1970 390 4-speed Go-Pack AMX if you're interested.

    Other links in this site you may want to visit:
    More 70 AMX info here:
    http://amx-perience.com/1970amx.htm

    1970 Mark Donohue Javelin info here:
    http://amx-perience.com/MarkDonohueJavelin.htm

    Hope that helps!

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    Default 70 AMX/Javelin

    Yes 72 was the last year for chrome bumpers in a Vette and I think that is what really helps keep the value of that car up. Thanks for all that help it's exactly what I need to "get smart" with AMC's. I'm not sure what type of condition AMX or Javelin i'm lookin for. My last Vette was 99 % all original with 35,000 miles so all I did was stare at it for 5 years. I guess i'm looking for the "Go Pack" with a four speed that is a driver but without the bright colors.(ya I know keep dreamin') I personally don't think there's a better looking muscle car out there and the lines really hold up well today. Thanks again for your help, i'm not trying to get this done tomorrow so i'll be patient until the right car comes along. Great site by the way !!

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    Another noobie here. A friend of mine is looking for a 69 or 70 AMX. I was searching for the same information as RayG - the location of VIN stampings. I am surprised to learn AMC did not stamp the VINs into blocks or transmissions. I was under the impression that it was a federal law beginning in 1968 that VIN's were to be stamped into the major components of all cars. I am still interested in any information regarding casting numbers and stamping codes used on cylinder heads, intake and exhaust manifolds, etc., etc. that would help authenticate a car. Any help would be appreciated. And yes I would agree, those do sound like some sweet cars you used to own RayG. Of course I might be just a little partial.......

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    Quote Originally Posted by Super442
    Another noobie here. A friend of mine is looking for a 69 or 70 AMX. I was searching for the same information as RayG - the location of VIN stampings. I am surprised to learn AMC did not stamp the VINs into blocks or transmissions. I was under the impression that it was a federal law beginning in 1968 that VIN's were to be stamped into the major components of all cars. I am still interested in any information regarding casting numbers and stamping codes used on cylinder heads, intake and exhaust manifolds, etc., etc. that would help authenticate a car. Any help would be appreciated. And yes I would agree, those do sound like some sweet cars you used to own RayG. Of course I might be just a little partial.......
    I'd probably give my left nut to have the W-30 back. I also had a 69 442, how about you ? Also, is the Javelin casting numbers the same as the AMX for 1970 ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by RayG
    I'd probably give my left nut to have the W-30 back. I also had a 69 442, how about you ? Also, is the Javelin casting numbers the same as the AMX for 1970 ?
    I can understand what you mean about the W-30. A low mileage, unrestored, 70 W-30 4 spd recently sold on ebay for $77, 800! At the moment I have a 71 W-30, a 67 4-4-2 Super/Pro bracket car and a 69 Vista Cruiser that tows it. Oh, and a black 1988 Z51 Corvette.
    But back to the AMX question, does anybody know of source - online or book, that shows engine / transmission casting numbers and stamping codes for 68-70 AMX's?

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