1970 AMC Rebel Machine

In the 60's and 70's, the muscle cars that got the most attention were the ones produced by the big three of Detroit.  The Chevrolet Camaro and Chevelle, the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger, the Pontiac GTO, the Hurst 4-4-2, and the Plymouth Barracuda are some of the most well-known names in the era.  But there were some other options that few ever got to experience because they were not as popular as the rest.  A great example of this is the 1970 AMC Rebel Machine which looked a little like a Chevy Nova II but had its own unique take on things.  Let's take a deeper look into some of the most awesome things about the Rebel Machine, much of which has been lost in the pages of history.

For consignment, a bring back of that loss to history in the form of a 1970 AMC Rebel Machine.  This baby is patriotic red white and blue, sports a highest horsepower of ANY AMC with a 390ci V8 and pumping out 340hp. This example is in overall condition, but could be taken to the next level for some real wow factor.  It has a rebuilt motor and trans from 2020, sports a dual scooped hood, classic torque thrust wheels and a nicely loud Flowmaster exhaust system.  Our consignor states that it is not perfect, but has little to go to make it a really great car, isn't it time you delved into the 1 of 2,326 built AMC world?

Exterior
Square and rectangle design abound on this Dodge Dart-esque styled car, all bathed in a color change from dark blue to the iconic Frost White with red and blue accenting.  A dual scooped hood and open grille makes this dual headlights car menacing especially with its high muscle car stance on this American Racing Torque Thrust wheels wrapped by raised white letter BFG radial T/A's.  Just a classic look with the red ever widening side stripe and the dual scooped blue painted hood.  A side view shows the money shot as it has a beautifully sloping rear glass and the trunk deck has the blue and red stripes looking very racy.  Also, the rear bumper which is nice and shiny, has inset tail lights and a R E B E L badge in the center.  Early aero door handles are inset, and the car has plenty of muscle for the look.  A few faults are noted in the paint in the form of bubbles, some scratches and some minor rust areas all smaller than a penny size.  There are also some chip offs near the door gaps and fender edges.  All very snazzy with the stripes on the trunk and side striping as well as a red white and blue grille lower panel leading the way.  Can you say early Javelin?

Interior
A swing of the black vinyl tuck and roll horizontal paneled doors and we see some nicely preserved handles and cranks as well as an armrest with deep pockets.  Black carpeting abounds in the interior and on it are sleek high back buckets with black vinyl bolsters and vented charcoal inserted knitted vinyl material which is buttoned and has wide tucks and rolls.  These buckets have integrated headrests and in black is a rear buttoned bench in the same materials looking nearly perfect and rarely used.  More square and rectangle for the dash in spades with the speedo, vertical radio and temp sliders on either side of said speedo.  An aftermarket tachometer is strapped to the steering column and on its edges is a leatherette wrapped factory steering wheel with the bullseye center emblem.  2 more small sweep gauges are in dash central and these are black faced with chromed bezels.  A glovebox has a large “The Machine” badge on it.  A curved Hurst shifter is in the hump racing for the driver.  Above is a nice black smooth vinyl headliner.

Drivetrain
Under the hood we see more patriotic colors with the mill in its rebuilt 390 cubes form with cast ribbed valve coverings, blue spark plug wiring, and chromed open sided air cleaner with a red filter.  The block is painted traditional AMC blue and there is a red distributor cap, so not all keeps with the theme.  A slight patina overall for the bay black and the mill has a single 4-barrel carb perched atop an aluminum intake manifold.  For those in the know, this is most likely the original block as it carries the 3195529 casting number that denoted a 1970 390ci V8 with 1/2" head bolts.  A T10 4-speed manual transmission on back with a 3.54 rear axle to spin the rear tires.  Headers and a Flowmaster exhaust are on for the big exhale.

Undercarriage
Just light surface rust and solid floor pans and framing of the unibody.  The exhaust looks like new and front independent coil spring suspension, and leaf springs for the back are providing the ride and handling.  Power disc front braking and power drums for the back are seen.  

Drive-Ability
The car is a quick starter and smooth runner.  It has nice handling and solid braking.  The seats and drivers position are comfy.  I did notice a few frowns during my time behind the wheel, such as the horn, heaters, wipers, reverse lights radio and the hood tachometer were not working, hence the aftermarket tach on the column. 

AMC's venture into the muscle car race and aptly called “The Machine”.  Patriotic colors, muscle look and a stance on these Torque thrust Wheels that look like it's ready to roll.  Vintage and a salute to AMC!  Imagine it in your driveway.

A0M190Y236784

A-AMC
0-1970
M-4 Speed Manual, Floor
1-Rebel
9-2 Door Hardtop
0-Rebel Machine
Y-390ci V8 4bbl 345hp
236784-Sequential Unit Number

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