1976 AMC Pacer Base review from North America
"Has a few quirks here and there, but overall it's a very well built car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Trunk lifts wore out and had to be replaced.
Brake light switch had to be replaced.
General comments?
The Pacer has been the most comfortable car I have ever driven.
It may lack acceleration power (0-60 takes 14 seconds), but I have had no trouble getting it up to about 80+MPH on the freeway.
The handling on it is absolutely wonderful.
Fuel economy is also very good. It averages around 20 MPG in the city, and about 26 highway. However if I am not lead footed I have gotten it to get 31 MPG highway.
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| Great vehicle stuck with a few faulty components |
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| A collector's car for eccentrics |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1976 |
| Year of manufacture | 1975 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2L Inline Six Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 106500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111900 miles |
| Date of Entry | 7th May, 2009 |