Original Owner 1969 American Motors AMC AMX 390 CI Survivor & Ride - My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@audieconrad8995]

Lou, I am in exaltation. Literally a tear to my eyes. What AMC did with muscle in the short time they did it was almost miraculous. This car and your presentation is precious. I am in disbelief of this car. OMG.

[@JeffKing310]

Totally agree

[@loucostabile]

Hi Audie, Hight praise for this episode :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@8avexp]

I've had my '69 AMX a little over a year now. It's great that you've kept yours all these years! Good for you!

[@loucostabile]

Hi 8avexp, Happy to read this car reminds you of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

That is one great AMX ! Great Car Story too. Over 50 years with the original owner. Amazing. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Fun to find Original Owner stories from the 1960's :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and appreciate all your encouragement, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

@@loucostabile Love the channel Lou! It’s like a detailed car show on my phone. Fantastic content. I promote the channel to all my car friends and am a proud Patreon supporter. Keep up the great work and stay safe Lou.

[@loucostabile]

@@JeffKing310 Thank you Jeff :-) I appreciate that!

[@shawnbeck2303]

Hey, Lou! Back in 1977. I went to a little used car lot. He had a AMC Javelin AMX. But it was a Mark Donahue AMX 390 with Zoomy Tubes exhaust coming out in front of the back tires. It was a green gold color with black interior. A four speed shifter too. I was 17. The Car lot owner wouldn't let me test drive. Because of my age. But he let me go with him and he drove the AMX. He told me that he dragged raced on the weekends. He said he had another AMX with a 401 and a 4- speed and 3.90 gears out back. The tires were N-50's on Alumium slot mags. The AMX was very fast. The sound from the Zoomy Tubes with the windows down was AWESOME. Really enjoy your video's. It takes me back to a great time in the Muscle car era! Thanks, Again Lou! Shawn.

[@loucostabile]

Hey Shawn, Like this one? Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5-mqWZvl9-Yjtk

[@dianelee2100]

I have a hunter green 1969 AMC AMX X CODE 390 GO PACK WITH EVERY AVAILABLE OPTION IN 69. I had no idea what the switch was for the clock resetting. Lol. PS .... I got the R12 A/C UNIT WORKING. THANKS, NEAL

[@loucostabile]

Hi NEAL, Happy to read you have a cool car too. Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@valengreymoon5623]

I had one of these back in the early 90s. Bronze, black stripes and interior, GO Pack 390, 4 speed. Great memories.

[@loucostabile]

H Valen, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@stevekaminski5327]

I'm so jealous. Always a fan of AMC they made some great cars. There was an AMC dealer across the street from where my mom used to shop. I'd go over and get some of those brochures you showed in the video. I was in high school when these were new and wanted one bad. I worked in a Pontiac/AMC dealer starting in 74 and had the chance to drive a couple of these as used cars. Almost bought a green 70 with a 360 and 4 speed that was traded in but had a 73 Grand Prix at the time that I couldn't give up. I believe these were the first cars with the space saver spare tire. We had a guy that would refill the cylinder at work. Thanks for another great video.

[@loucostabile]

Ohhh Steve, No reason to be jealous, we're sharing with you. Lou

[@tuanh_duong]

When Lou posts a video that's almost half an hour long, you know it's going to be good! Thank you!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tu Anh Duong, I'm sure people thought, wow this is a long video, however as long as the content is quality, I'll keep the camera videoing :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@erictate8986]

I wish American Motors was still around, and that AMC AMX is a beautiful car ! My mom had a Gremlin, with the 6cyl it was a strong running car !!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Eric, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Moms car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

This is probably the 5th or 6th time I've watched this video and I am still in awe of this car and the story behind it. AMC in just a few years did in my opinion the best job possible in the "Muscle Car" field especially given their budget challenges. The AMC parts department offered so many dealer-installed performance options to improve the performance of these great cars. Looking back now I realize now that they really had to since unlike "the big three" they did not enjoy the support from the third-party manufactures. Thanks for finding this gem Lou. This is one of my absolute favorite cars from the muscle car era. BTW great editing Joey :D

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Happy to read you're enjoying this car, again & again. That is exactly why I video, so we can enjoy them more than once :-) Appreciate you enjoy this "gem" and you're welcome, Lou

[@glenkepic3208]

Original Owner, Unrestored !!! Yow !! Back then, watched time trials once at Ford's Fremont parking lot. Little AH Sprite was a trophy winner. AMX's and 'Vettes would spin out. Always loved AMX' though. Insane example here.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Glen, Hapy to receive a "Yow !!" from you :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@glenkepic3208]

@@loucostabile Thank You, Lou. Keep On Keepin' On !!

[@bruceh92]

Good story guys; original condition AMX and original owner. The hunter green paint looks great, never goes out of style. Nice wheels, sporty hood, grill, and the fitment of bumpers front and rear looks smart, reminds me of Olds from same era. Congrats to owner, and thanks Lou - another gem!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., Happy to read the details of this car you enjoy on this "gem" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@Oscar_Charlie_Delta]

Love the AMCs! I had a 1970 4 door Hornet & a 1974 Matador Wagon. A close friend had a 69 Javelin. Thanks for taking us along Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Oscar Charlie Delta, Happy to read you "Love the AMCs!" :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@briansd2772]

This is one super owner and great car deserving of the extra time you poured into this feature. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian SD, Glad to read the time was equal to the quality of the episode. Thank you for sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@opera93]

Ed and Lou, Thanks: an interesting Car and story..I stored a Friends 1969 *AMX390/4 SPEED/ “Drag racer” in that “ Lime Green COlor”, in my back Garage in 1974-75; he being the *Mechanic at LOVE Motors/Rambler( WARSAW IND)..:the Dealership pitched in on monies for operations/ Work on car, etc. ANYWAYS, good car stuff . INTERESTINGLY, I did put an ***EightTrack Tape Player in my 61 Ford CONVERTIBLE, not really thinking about convertible TOP noise/ engine/ **frozen **tapes (really affects later play) in Fall visit to DRAKE UNIVERSITY KAPPA PSI House from Purdue.....in 1967........those were exciting days…..

[@loucostabile]

Hi Opera, Happy to read this one brings memories of your Friends car, Lou

[@Mark-ni3st]

I remember taking a ride in one of these in the early 1970's. My cousin had a red one with the white racing stripes. I believe it had a 4 speed and the top engine. He got it up to about 130 which is the fastest I had been in a car. I was in the back so not only no seat belts, but no real seat. ;-)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Cousin car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@andydanko7074]

I always liked "the underdog" car brands, surprisingly I have never ridden in an AMC. I think my all-time favorite AMC vehicle is the Matador Barcelona edition. Great review Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andy, Happy to share this underdog with you :-) I'll see if I can run into one of those Barcelona editions for you. Stay tuned, Lou

[@thelorax7704]

My uncle bought the 68 AMX new with the 390 go package. White with red interior. My brother bought it from him, and I had the pleasure of driving it. These were great cars. That was one we should have kept forever. Great car and great memories. The green one is my favorite color on this car. Beautiful vehicle.

[@loucostabile]

Hi The Lorax, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@drippinglass]

That is so kool Lou! Awesome that you kept it all these years Ed! So many wish they still had that one that got away. 👍😎

[@loucostabile]

Hi drippinglass, Fun to share this Owners story of the car for him :-) Lou

[@gregsgarage1963]

So great that he held onto his "forever car". Thank you for sharing Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Greg, Happy to read you appreciate this episode :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and you're welcome. I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@trainroomgary]

Hi Ed & Lou - Gary here from Michigan. Nice ride from AMC, I remember this car. I had a 70 Mustang and my friend had this car. The dealer he bought it from is still in business today. Now doing Jeeps and Chryslers. Still on the same property but a new name, Snethkamp 11600 Telegraph Rd. Redford Twp. Michigan. Gary 🚂

[@loucostabile]

Hi trainroomgary, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@dalecain1158]

I always loved the AMX. Really cool car and it was ahead of its time in styling! Another great video Lou! That Trunk N Treats was wonderful.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dale, Happy to read you always loved AMX :-) Thank you for the kind words on this video, Lou

[@JackFlemingFan1]

Once more another excellent video from you Lou and that 1969 AMC AMX 390 sure is a knock out too!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JackFlemingFan, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Thank you for the encouraging words, Lou

[@bigjimWA77]

Sweep hand clock. I respect that.

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@bruceh92]

Nice machine! The Hunter Green paint with red line tires and magnum-style wheels give this classic AMX just the right look for the muscle car era. Thanks Lou, another gem from your vast catalog 👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., Happy to read you enjoy this "Nice machine!" :-) My pleasure sharing this "gem" with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@tomnekuda3818]

Wish they'd have made a zillion of these AMX's.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@tomnekuda3818]

@@loucostabile That car was just so right from it's first rendering and I lusted after one but was fairly broke at the time.

[@marksinclair1173]

Thanks for the video Lou I really enjoyed it! Hard to believe he's kept the car for all these years. I am fortunate to own a 68 AMX which I purchased in January in Arizona. Originally a 390 4-speed car but now has a fuel injected 401 under the hood.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark, Happy to read you have a cool car too :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@N-Scale]

Love the car and saw many of these and worked at a AMC dealer in Albuquerque NM in 1971 and it was a perfect time to be there saw the AMX, SCrambler, Rebel Machine, and the New AMX with 401 and my boss was a sprint car driver by the name of Dick Poole. Oh the fun days.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Ahhh, good times, good times :-) Glad this one brings good memories, Lou

[@N-Scale]

@@loucostabile Thanks Lou I loved AMC products. We always thought they made a BIG boo boo when they released the Gremlin v8 and no 4 speed option !!! :(

[@kobra6660]

Way better and more attention getting than a boring mustang or corvette that you see every weekend you dont see many AMC vehicles on the road

[@loucostabile]

Hi kobra6660, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Lou

[@tonypoore440]

You sure don't see many AMC's anymore. Used to run into the occasional Jav in the'80's, but never AMX's. I'm a Mopar guy, but the rarity and good looks of this car make it a real treat to see.

[@cindysue5474]

@@loucostabile Cool I live about 3 miles up the road nice review.

[@imariorivera]

Yeah they made like 25 thousand cars between 1968 till 1970

[@ericwankowski3503]

@@tonypoore440 I had a '72 Javelin in the late 70's always dreamed of having a '69 AMX seen one in 1980 by where I worked never seen another one.

[@carloscarpinteyro332]

Great interview with Ed! Nice to see an original daily driver of a truly beautiful and unique car. I do work in Paradise Valley, maybe I'll see Ed driving around, some day! When I was in Los Angeles I did work for the man that was the CEO of American Motors in the 1970's.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Carlos, I hope you see Ed rolling in this one soon :-) Make sure you let him know you saw his car on this Channel, Lou

[@dotd7763]

Very, very cool. You don't see that car every day and certainly not with a story like that. Very Interesting, thanks for sharing, love these videos.

[@loucostabile]

HI Steve, Happy to read you enjoy the episodes with me :-) You're welcome, and please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@tippey2011]

What a neat sleek unit this is! My gosh I love the color and the story of this little powerhouse. A 50 year old car with it's original owner and all the goodies that went with the car just makes this unit and video so much fun to watch. The owner was awesome too loved him and his stories of his prize baby. I was just 11 years old when this unit was produced and I do remember these units too. It is so funny as I watch this video in my town here where I live in Massillon Ohio I was in a old AMC dealership this morning that was here till the demise of AMC. I could feel all the AMC'S and see them in the old building this morning as it is now a discount house for home furnishings and groceries. I just loved AMC they were a lot like Studebaker ahead of the times for people as both Studebaker and AMC made awesome cars even though they were the underdog to the big three companies. I really loved watching this video and the owner was right people now under the age of 50 has no idea what a 8 track tape is as I have hundreds yet to this day. Thanks Lou for sharing such a neat unit with us. The are sure hard ones to find around anywhere.

[@loucostabile]

HI Steve, High praise for this episode :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Outstanding! Another great original owner & survivor car for the channel, Lou. I also learned a new term; "Brass Hat" car. You certainly know how to find and bring the best out for us to see. Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to read you're enjoying the Channel with me. My pleasure sharing with you, and glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@drakbar5957]

George Romney would not approve, but the AMX is one sporty looking car! The Magnum 500 wheels and red line tires perfectly capture the muscle mania years. I see Ed’s got his AM radio set to 1440 KAZG for rock n roll oldies. Better watch your speed in PV, as they make a lot of money off photo radar. AMC 4ever!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dr Akbar, Happy to read you appreciate the sporty looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@billmagorian490]

Lou I'm s glad you asked the very important question at the end of the video why this car. My second question would be how was he able to keep this car all these year? With children, homes to be bought, and wives who want a family car so many guys are forced to sell. I know trunks and treats are a big thing with you. I wish you would have passed on the other AMC brochures and focused on the AMX brochure with an emphasis on the go pack. I felt you didn't cover this as thorough as you might have. The owner mentioned some of the features of this package but if you had focused on the AMX brochure and the Go Pack package information on this critical part of the 390 AMX would have been covered. It was about his time that American car manufacturers were beginning to offer disc brakes in the front. Were disc brakes part of the Go Package or were they not available on the AMX ? Lou I appreciate the variety of cars on your show. They are some of my favorites. Each time I watch your show it is accompanied by a feeling of trepidation. I fear an Alice in Wonderland journey down the trunks and treat rabbit hole along with a sundry of stickers describing radiator and jack information. Just let the owner tell his car story and have a few questions to prompt the owner if key information about his car are left unanswered. You did this while you were riding in his car. Your program is one of the best on KZbin with some of the best cars. Maybe just a little less Lou and a little more "My Car Story".

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, You're Producer role is ready when you are :-) I appreciate your well thought out comment, and happy to read you're enjoying most of the episode with me. That "scroll" bar seems to be a good feature to pass the trunk & treats when a little too long. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Lou

[@loucostabile]

BTW - I just checked your Channel,, and it's about time you make me your 1st Subscriber Channel, and hit the bell to you can see (and skip) the episodes you enjoy.

[@danflannery7472]

I too am an original owner. Mine was a "dealer demo" in Omaha! Nebraska? Mine, however had to sit for some years in my middle years 'til I could afford to drive it. Frame off restoration followed. What a sheer delight every time I go out in it. Fun watching you and your presentation! Dan. 5/1/23

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Happy to read "Fun watching you and your presentation! " :-) Glad to read you had a fun car too, Lou

[@mikevale3620]

Ed made an inspired decision 50 years ago to buy a car that was different to the run of the mill muscle cars of that era. He knew it was a classic from day 1. This car is exceptional Lou and I hope it continues to give Ed many more years of motoring pleasure. The Arizona backdrop and the brilliant sunshine made your video just perfect.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Happy to read you enjoy this video with me :-) Thank you for the kind words on this video, Lou

[@2Aqua1]

It’s always a joy to see cool survivor cars on your channel! And, this one is another remarkable survivor, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi J Joseph Thomas, Happy to read you appreciate the survivor cars :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@2Aqua1]

@@loucostabile Yes.. I’m already Subscribed.. Lou!

[@tct9mm151]

I think these AMX's were too far ahead of their time which sadly might've ben AMC's demise. Such a cool car and owner. GREAT VIDEO LOU.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TCT9MM, Happy to read you thoughts on this "cool car" :-) Thank you for viewing and appreciate the kind words on this video, Lou

[@rudolphguarnacci197]

Yes, if you read the slightest amount of material on AMC's Group 19 it sounds like you're reading about Kelly Johnson's Skunkworks. My uncle had a '79 Concord and in 1980 they came out with the Eagle. Another example of how far ahead their R&D might have been.

[@michaelmain6378]

So good to see that he still has it , its original and still driven.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read you appreciate the Original Owner still has this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@dianelee2100]

Lou, I have to say your videos are something positive to look forward to. Keep up the great work

[@loucostabile]

Thank you :-) Glad you're along for the ride.

[@larryborkstrom3580]

8 track tapes that's a blast from the past the car in great shape for a survivor unrestored for the man to keep it all these years is amazing

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to read you're "amazed" by this episode :-) Lou

[@peterbroberg3542]

I too still have my 1969 AMX I bought new, but I just completed a 1 1/2 year body off restoration...It is perfect

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peter, Happy to read you still have yours too :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

Hey Lou. Your videos are such a joy to watch, and this one had me enthralled, man. That AMX in that color, with that rumble and in that beautiful, magical setting was over the top for us car guys. I appreciate the time and care you take with it all, man. Ya know, my older sister Jeannie (who was a Ford model in the 70's) had a sexy silver AMC Javelin when I was a wee lil' guy and I remember thinking it was larger than life, so I am a sucker for AMC to this day. And you are the older brother and I am the little brother for sure, Lou! I'm the youngest out of a big Irish/English/Italian working class Roman Catholic family and you remind me very much of one of my older brothers lol :)! JV Johnny (my nickname since I was 15 and didn't make Varsity baseball, but stayed JV lol)

[@loucostabile]

Hey JV, Happy to read "Your videos are such a joy to watch, and this one had me enthralled, man" :-) Glad to read this brings back memories of Jeannie's car. Thanks from Big Brother Lou

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

@@loucostabile thank you big brother Lou!

[@jamesmartin1387]

In 6th grade our teacher Mr Holloway had to take the entire class outside to see his brand new blue AMX, the two things that stood out most to me was the red line tires and the chrome 390 emblem on the rear fender.

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, Happy to read this car brings back memories of Mr Holloways car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@michaelp_42]

That’s a beautiful AMX !!! AMC’s entrant into the Pony Car Wars of the late 60’s. Nice to hear the car stories from the original owners on you channel Lou. I’m looking forward to your video with that sweet white 1964 Plymouth Savoy parked in his driveway 👍👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael P. High praise for this car :-) Regarding the Savoy, stay tuned, Lou

[@caspar0777]

440 has one of the best sounds. Great car and a great owner. Wonderful story

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this "Wonderful story" :-)

[@garymckee8857]

One owner damn Lou I got to watch later. Outstanding.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Let me know what you think after you see it :-) Lou

[@MrOnemanop]

Gorgeous car. Not just because it is so well preserved, but a beautiful color, nice original chrome wheels.just a pretty car. in the best sense.Also, love that eight track, just another icon of the era.

[@loucostabile]

Hi MrOnemanop, High praise for the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@plymouthduster2252]

Great looking AMX. I have never seen a unrestored survivor AMX before my dad has a friend who has a 69 AMX its a dark blue 390 4 speed manual car. I always heard AMC cars were hard to find parts for but dont know if that's true or not. Another great video Lou love watching your channel.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@gregfoster4541]

Great car Lou, I was all of 9yrs when this car was built and what a awesome car, my cousin Nita was dating a AMC salesman in the early '70s and he was driving the Javelin, took us for a ride 😀 was the coolest feeling being in a not General Motors car,,I'll never forget that!! Thanks for sharing and as always you know "Howdy from Texas "!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Greg from TX, Sounds like Nita's Boyfriend brought lasting memories to a 9 year old boy :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@gregfoster4541]

@@loucostabile really was exciting to ride in a different car seemed like at the time,,,Lou got a? Was Nash a part of AMC also had a neighbor with a late '50s Rambler but at the time didn't know of AMC, I believe the model was the American not sure but I figured you might know, thanks so much 😷 be safe out there. Thanks again Lou

[@John_Schulz]

Very Sweet AMX !!! I remember these quite well during my teen years---1969/1970 were two of the most High-Performance Years Ever, along with Superb body styles. I truly COMMEND the owner of this AMX for making it his life-long love and keepsake, in addition to having taken such great care of this fine beauty of true American Muscle. Thank You Wholeheartedly For Sharing. My Very Best Regards, and Take Care.

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read this car brings back fun memories :-) You're welcome, and I hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@John_Schulz]

@@loucostabile I have been subscribed to your channel for a good while now, and also the "bell" notification.

[@louiskats5116]

Goodday Lou, what an amazing story, original owner from 1969, that is anazing. Straight away I posted the link to my friend Craig who own an AMX, Javelin, Rebel Machine he is an AMC Ambassador in Australia. A little known fact AMC actually set up a factory here in Australia back in the day. I know they made factory Right Hand Drive Javelin's & Rebel Sedan's here in Australia. Occasionally you may see a Rebel sedan in traffic but I think the biggest cubic inch was 343 cubic inch. How good is that to buy a car & you know it will be your forever car. Great story Lou, you just keep finding these anazing stories. Your number 1 Fan in Australia Louis Kats from Melbourne Australia ☺ 👍 ❤

[@loucostabile]

Goodday Louis, Clearly a fun one for Craig to enjoy, thank you for forwarding this car. Interesting AMC was in Australia too :-) Happy to read you enjoy this story, Lou

[@JGanvil]

Once again Lou you have made another great Car Story. The way you tell the story and show that car. I am an AMC fan and own a 70 AMX so its great when you feature AMCs.

[@loucostabile]

Hi JGanvil, Happy to read you have a cool car too. Thank you for the kind words on this episode, Lou

[@bobtluchak6305]

As someone here already mentioned, it has the 1968 chrome magnum 500s. Maybe since it was a special order, it was built with the chrome wheels or changed at the dealership. I have a 69 390 automatic "go pack" car ( bittersweet orange, black interior) with the original metallic painted wheels and trim rings. My car was sold December 1969 in North Hollywood, California. The owners manual has a small identification card on the back cover all filled out with the vin number, the dealership name, address and dealer id number and finally, the original owners name!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bob, Happy to read you have a cool car too :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@DwainDwight]

Incredible. Since new!! Ed - kudos to you from Hong Kong. I have been a huge AMC fan since my earliest days as a teenager getting very interested in cars. Thanks as always Lou for the fantastic post. A great car, and owner!

[@loucostabile]

Hi D Wnright, Happy to read this episode is "incredible" :-) You're welcome, please watch those commercials, and stay tuned, as I have some more fun ones for you, Lou

[@jasoncarpp7742]

Hey Lou. Awesome looking AMX. I've never seen one before. I've seen Javelins.

[@loucostabile]

Hey Jason, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this AMX :-) Lou

[@toddjohnson8493]

Beauty! My relative sold for AMC when this car was brand new. he always ordered the Go - Pack.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Todd, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your relative who sold for AMC, and added the Go - Pack for FUN too :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@stuartkline1611]

Amazing! one owner, non-restored AMX. what got me was the original 8-track cassette, probably one of the first of the sort!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Stuart, Happy to read "Amazing!" :-) Lou

[@seansullivan4709]

Of course Lou, you have to know I built a small scale model of an AMX when I was 8 years old. LOL! Larger than a Matchbox car but smaller than a snap together one. It was a toy to go along with the rest of my collection. I just wish I had a fraction of real cars like the ones I had as a kid.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Sean, Happy to read this one brings back memories of your Model :-) NICE ! Lou

[@kevinedwards1484]

Nice survivor Lou, thanks again

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kevin, Happy to share this car with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@ror312gallery19]

outstanding lou,,,!!! love those trans am , drag race, and nascar american motors,,my dad got a rambler in 1965. thank you, and the owner too,,cheers from italy,,!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@vernrosquites5998]

Another one of the BEST muscle car. I also LOVE AMX 390 engine. GREAT car

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@truthmirage]

Awesome Automobile.Thanks for taking me back.I miss my LeMans now.Take care

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian B., Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@stuckinmygarage6220]

I love your craft, Lou. 👍🙏🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Thank you StuckInMyGarage. Glad you're along for the ride.

[@Cola64]

lol that was great it resets the clock and he hasnt touched it in 20 years! what a beautiful car love that color too

[@loucostabile]

Hmmm, What the heck is that thing for...... :-)

[@stevefox8156]

he hasn't reset the clock in 20 years because the clock was converted to a quartz movement, which is more reliable than the OEM movement.

[@thewilscott]

Wow what a great treasure of brochures in the trunk. One of my favorite all time cars, great video as always. thanks

[@loucostabile]

Hi Will, Happy to find this "treasure" :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@drcandor]

Ed you are the man ;>) congrats for keeping this gem. And Lou thanks for this presentation. You are a long way from home.

[@loucostabile]

Hi dr candor, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@jimlesperance9971]

lou,i ordered a 1969 hurst amx.when i received it the dealer had turned it into a 1970 model.when i took the car to the dragstrip nhra would not let me race it until i turned it back into a 1969 model.i was sponsored by amc canada and they helped us with parts and lined up an amc dealer to sponsor our car.we raced the car from 1969 until 1975 when it was destroyed in a fire.i have lots of pictures of my car and lots of information on the hurst amx cars. jin l'esperance

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jim, Sounds like FUN (expect the fire part). Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@joecatetal3889]

wow my brother had a 64 fury coupe w/a 383 golden commando and a 4spd same body anyway as the car in the background...that amc should be in a museum or a concourses field!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi joecatetal, Happy to read your Brother had a cool car :-) Regarding the Savoy, stay tuned, Lou

[@motorTranz]

Beautiful and rare. Thank you Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi motorTranz, High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@ralfbond258]

shes real fine...that amc amx 1969!!

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@norm2923]

It's unfortunate that more people didn't have the appreciation for AMC cars in the 60's and 70's that they seem to have today.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Norm, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@stephencivic1989]

Love this car. The video was awesome. One thing I would like to point out is they nailed it on the head for car guys looking to buy a car. It's a lot like falling for that special someone. In his case he looked at Mustangs an Cameros and was like 🤔. But then he saw the AMX sitting there in all her glory and was instantly smitten with it's appeal. Like a fine woman.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Love this car" :-)

[@clarkgriswold5903]

What a beautiful AMX and original owner!

[@loucostabile]

Win / Win :-)

[@sur4z]

Hey Lou, I still have and I bought new my 1969 AMX 390, Hurst 4 speed, AC , leather, Go Pak, concours restored

[@loucostabile]

Hey sur4z, NICE! Sounds awesome. If you see me at a car show, show me your car, sounds like a winner! Lou

[@timc2346]

Great Car don't see many anymore. Great all original survor.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tim C, You're right, rare treat to see an AMC survivor. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@errorsofmodernism9715]

I have always loved the AMX. Beautiful car

[@loucostabile]

Hi Lee Harvey Oswald, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@ralphbillick1210]

The AMX was a much better looking car than the mustang and. When set up right stock , faster too . It was a true sports car but never got the credit. I am. GM man but in ‘69 this car was a winner. Thanks Lou and the owner. Amazing it is never been touched ❗️🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ralph, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, and sharing your knowledge. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@cmdrdarwin3682]

This really was a special car. I only knew two people that owned these, one wore his out & the other rolled his. Thanks for showing this cream puff!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Cmdr Darwin, Happy to share this "cream puff!" with you :-) Lou

[@jimbrown2044]

I have a 1972 AMC full range brochure I got in Canada at a car meet in 2004,the amx is listed as part of the javelin range and not as a separate model

[@marksinclair1173]

The AMX was a separate model in 68 through 1970

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jim, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@roxiebeagle]

This was one of your best videos!

[@loucostabile]

High praise for this video :-)

[@goneshootin61]

My favorite muscle car of all ! Nice one Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve S, Happy to read this one is a Winner for you :-) Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@scottydog62]

These are such awesome cars and you can get them a whole lot more reasonable than some of the other muscle cars , The AMC 390 Matched up to a more performance rear end was very competitive car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Scott K, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@scottydog62]

@@loucostabile absolutely Lou, I subscribed , I'm getting more appreciation watching the late 50s early 60s big old cars as well, the artwork the engineering the planning and coordination of so many people that took place to put those masterpieces together was just amazing, And then they only built that model for one calendar year that's crazy, And they were back at the drawing board making up something completely different in a lot of cases, as well as improving them, I was born in 1962 , that era there was something special about it , few years Before & After . And these cars were a big big part of the American lifestyle

[@paulairola7041]

My first ride in a muscle car was a 1968 Javelin SST 343 4 speed, I was 15 years old

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st ride in a muscle car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@johnvanlindingham9490]

Have a Challenger 440 1970 convertible, AMX was before Javalen. Javalen became a possible AMX with options, like the 401 AMX had a390 just like the Scrambeler

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Sounds like you have a fun car too :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@jimlesperance9971]

raced a 1968 javelin with some group19 additions from amc.the car ran mid twelves at the drag strip.i then purchased a 1969 hurst amx.i raced that car until it was destroyed in a fire in 1975.i was sponsored by transcona motors and amc canada.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jim, Racing sounds fun :-) Losing a car in a fire does not sound fun :-( Lou

[@patrickcortazzo6251]

Beautiful car and in original condition! I had a chance to buy one in 84"85 when i was getting my first car"with my own money that i worked/saved for yrs to do". Seen one of these on a used car lot for 1700.00. Was white with orange stripes running front to back "but not like those shown, more like 1969 pace car Camaros" had a 390 with a 4speed. Was on that lot for 2yrs. Ended up buying a 72 Buick Riviera with a 455 for 300.00. Had a bad diaphragm in the fuel pump that the people i bought it from couldn't figure out. Lol. No regrets getting the Buick but always wished i had gotten that AMX. Was really a Beautiful looking car. Anyone heard of them coming from the factory with that paint scheme and stripes? Or was it possibly a repaint? Looked original to me then but i was a teenager at the time.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Patrick, Thanks for sharing your story. Here is one I videoed that is orange & white, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4jQpYSYmtV7iNk

[@patrickcortazzo6251]

@@loucostabile I hadn't seen that vid from you, thank you for posting the link. :)

[@turbotempest4095]

survivor gold, love it!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TURBO TEMPEST, Happy to read you "love it!" :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

Wow.....a really sharp car.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a "Wow" from you :-)

[@stevefox8156]

front spoiler was an add-on and wasn't present when the car was built.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Dealer option installed at the Dealership, Lou

[@damxgopak457]

Had to watch that one again.

[@loucostabile]

Two times the FUN :-)

[@vegansaxon3962]

An oak tree fell on my 2001 crown vic and crushed the back of the roof..I cut out the damaged part from the front doors back and even with the trunk..I then decided I wanted to shorten the car and cut off 1.5 ft off the rear..I'm in the process of building a slantback roof and it looks a bit like the wonderful AMX design...I think if I cut more off the back it would look even more like one..the good thing about these crown vics is that they have a swing arm suspension and there is nothing in the way when you make the cuts and you could cut the body and frame off flush with the rear tires

[@loucostabile]

Hi SALTY KRAKEN, You have quite the story on your Crown Vic turned AMX. Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@mark_osborne]

Enjoyed this video Lou. The original American Motors head quarters still stands in Southfield, Michigan, it has been occupied by many residents over the decades, now occupied by Citizen's Bank. Everytime I drive by the place I imagine engineers arguing over who's brake calipers they're going to use, who's transmission ? ... it had to be an endless confrontation :P www.google.com/maps/place/Michigan/@42.4882727,-83.2996764,252a,35y,44.94t/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x4d4caa3dc7ca0411:0x97dd48597a62c9b3!8m2!3d44.3148443!4d-85.6023643

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark, Happy to read you enjoy this episode and thank you for sharing your knowledge too, Lou

[@vegansaxon3962]

I heard the song Warpigs by Black Sabbath on an 8 track tape when I was 12 years old..that song would go great with a video of this AMX

[@loucostabile]

Hi SALTY KRAKEN, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@toddhurst6920]

Hello, I haven't finished the this yet , but just wanted to say how cool! I'm considered an original owner as my dad bought his 1968 AMC AMX off the lot in Glenwood Springs, CO. @ Berthod Motors. in 1969. He did do some restoration in the years. I have let it sit since last year and having some trouble starting it. Do you have any suggestions? I just need to know how to prime the carb. Thanks In advance.

[@loucostabile]

Hello Todd, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@floydt2029]

Love this AMX story, Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Floyd T, High praise for this episode :-) Lou

[@abefrohman1759]

You don’t see many AMC’s nice find Lou 👍😎

[@loucostabile]

Hi Abe, You're right, so when I see a good one, I like to share it :-) Lou

[@Julie-so3mn]

Bonsoir monsieur votre voiture et très belle le moteur et très propre félicitations bravo monsieur merci beaucoup je vous souhaite un joyeux Noël

[@loucostabile]

Hi Julie, Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@randybiby9757]

Absolutely awesome!

[@loucostabile]

High praise !