1973 AMC Javelin review from North America
"A great alternative to the big 3"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The front end suspension was bad when I first got the car. I was able to find all of the parts at the local auto parts store, however.
The starter and alternator were also bad, but were available at local auto parts stores.
The seats were torn.
General comments?
This has been a great car to own. It served me as a daily driver for 3 years until I decided to restore it. Parts are surprisingly inexpensive and easy to find. Handling is not great, but who cares? The old 304 is a bullet proof motor, and has plenty of power to keep up with almost anything on the road. I get lots of looks every time I drive it.
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| TOO much fun to own and drive |
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| Unsusual, sleek, fast and fun |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 304 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 97000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 120000 miles |
| Previous car | Land Rover Series 2 |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2003 |