1978 AMC Pacer D/L review from North America
"This is the classic for those who want to get noticed!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fan Blower Switch ($23 for the part and $65 for the repair)
Windshield wiper Motor and Sprayer Pump ($19 for parts and easy self Install)
Steering Wheel (to replace a smashed horn Assembly) ($19.00 for part and about $25 for Installation kit)
Install of AM/FM Cassette radio ($49 for AMC Radio; have not installed yet)
Driver Seat Support (have not fixed yet)
General comments?
This car is the MOST unique vehicle you will see on the road; bar none.
The use of present-day technologies in this 1978 continues to amaze mechanics and others helping me with the restoration.
As comfortable as a car several times it size and a kick to drive.
So many modern cars have been influenced; from Porsche (911/928 rear end anyone) to the "new" Dodge Ram trucks (1978 grille design all the way).
Recommended reviews
| Wider is better |
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| Great vehicle stuck with a few faulty components |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1978 |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2 Liter (258 inline 6) Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 71002 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74520 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 28th August, 2005 |