1968 AMC Javelin SST review from North America
"The best $1200 I ever spent!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car was very reliable and had the expected problems that a car with 120,000 miles would have. But for a High School kid who liked to break the tires loose it was very dependable for the abuse I put it through.
General comments?
This was my first car and I still own it. I have done many modifications like installing a larger V8 (401 cu in.) and an automatic transmission. This car is still a head turner, and a very much unknown muscle car. The seats sit very low to the floorboard so it has a neat sports car type feel when you drive it.
But best of all it is the throw you back in your seat acceleration that is the most fun.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 290 V8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 165000 miles |
| Previous car | AMC Javelin |
| Date of Entry | 6th December, 2002 |