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Complete Book of AMC Cars : American Motors Corporation 1954-1988 by Patrick R. Foster and Tom Glatch (2024, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherQuarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN-10076038701X
ISBN-139780760387016
eBay Product ID (ePID)19065343451
Product Key Features
Book TitleComplete Book of Amc Cars : American Motors Corporation 1954-1988
Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAutomotive / History, General, Automotive / Antique & Classic
Publication Year2024
IllustratorYes
GenreTransportation
AuthorPatrick R. Foster, Tom Glatch
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight56.6 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width9.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2024-018583
ReviewsA fine book chronicling AMC with interior and exterior details for each model produced each year 1954 through 1988., "More than just the Eagle, Foster and Glatch guide readers through every production car AMC ever made. The Complete Book of AMC Cars spans 200 pages and is illustrated with 300 images, including archival and contemporary photographs together with period marketing materials." -- Greg Williams , Drivin.ca, A fine book chronicling AMC with interior and exterior details for each model produced each year 1954 through 1988. -- Helen V Hutchings , Speedreaders.Info, "The Complete Book of AMC Cars is recommended for anyone who loves automobiles, AMC cars or not. Its a beautiful, well-researched book that you will cherish. It's beautifully crafted and expertly assembled by people who care about the product. The well-written text is enhanced by some of the highest quality contemporary photographs I've seen this year in a book about cars and is further enhanced by illustrations, ads and historical photographs that help tell the company's life story." -- Joe Farace , JoeFarace.com
Dewey Edition23
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal629.22209
Table Of ContentAcknowledgments Foreword by Vince Geraci Introduction Chapter 1 1954-1957: In the Beginning Chapter 2 1958-1963: The Great Rambler Years Chapter 3 1964-1969: Rambler's Decline and AMC's Rise Chapter 4 1970-1974: The New Generation Cars Chapter 5 1975-1979: The Difficult 1970s Chapter 6 1980-1983: The Cars of the Early 1980s Chapter 7 1984-1988: The Eagle Years Chapter 8 On Track, AMC in Competition Epilogue: American Motors Today About the Author Index
SynopsisThe Complete Book of AMC Cars is a thorough reference covering all of the production cars offered by American Motors Corporation from its founding in 1954 to its demise in 1988. Get an inside look at the American automaker that rose from the decline of a once-thriving independent auto industry to put up a valiant fight against Detroit's Big Three automakers. In The Complete Book of AMC Cars: American Motors Corporation 1954-1988, authors Patrick Foster and Tom Glatch provide a thorough and fully illustrated review of all the production cars offered by AMC from its founding in 1954 to its demise in 1988, including: RamblerMetropolitanAmbassadorRebelMarlinGremlinHornetMatadorAMX/JavelinPacerEagleJeep Born from the ashes of Hudson and Nash, AMC represented a last attempt at survival for an independent automobile company. Thanks to the capable leadership of CEO George Romney, the company not only survived but thrived, riding on the success of the firm's small, economical cars like the Rambler. As the market began to shift more toward performance and luxury cars in the 1960s, AMC found itself challenged to compete with the output from Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors. The fuel crisis of the 1970s positioned AMC's smaller cars to refill corporate coffers. The firm's purchase of the Jeep brand also generated profits, but ultimately it was too little, too late. Even a partnership with French automaker Renault and the introduction of the all-wheel-drive Eagle couldn't save AMC. In 1987, Chrysler Corporation purchased AMC and the story of the last independent automaker came to an end. Foster and Glatch's engaging book covers all of the AMC models, as well as racing exploits, from its inception to its ultimate demise. Whether you are an AMC enthusiast or are simply intrigued by cars and the stories behind them, this volume is a must-have for your bookshelf., The Complete Book of AMC Cars is a thorough reference covering all of the production cars offered by American Motors Corporation from its founding in 1954 to its demise in 1988., Get an inside look at the American automaker that rose from the decline of a once-thriving independent auto industry to put up a valiant fight against Detroit's Big Three automakers. In The Complete Book of AMC Cars: American Motors Corporation 1954-1988 , authors Patrick Foster and Tom Glatch provide a thorough and fully illustrated review of all the production cars offered by AMC from its founding in 1954 to its demise in 1988, including: Rambler Metropolitan Ambassador Rebel Marlin Gremlin Hornet Matador AMX/Javelin Pacer Eagle Jeep Born from the ashes of Hudson and Nash, AMC represented a last attempt at survival for an independent automobile company. Thanks to the capable leadership of CEO George Romney, the company not only survived but thrived, riding on the success of the firm's small, economical cars like the Rambler. As the market began to shift more toward performance and luxury cars in the 1960s, AMC found itself challenged to compete with the output from Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors. The fuel crisis of the 1970s positioned AMC's smaller cars to refill corporate coffers. The firm's purchase of the Jeep brand also generated profits, but ultimately it was too little, too late. Even a partnership with French automaker Renault and the introduction of the all-wheel-drive Eagle couldn't save AMC. In 1987, Chrysler Corporation purchased AMC and the story of the last independent automaker came to an end. Foster and Glatch's engaging book covers all of the AMC models, as well as racing exploits, from its inception to its ultimate demise. Whether you are an AMC enthusiast or are simply intrigued by cars and the stories behind them, this volume is a must-have for your bookshelf.
LC Classification NumberTL215.A44.F6742 2024
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- Feb 07, 2025
A wonderful history book for my husband
My husband mentioned that he saw this book SOMEWHERE and was very interested in it but refused to spend the $$ on it. His dad used to work at AMC and his very 1st car was a Javelin--was our honeymoon car. So I bought it as a surprise VALENTINES DAY gift for him and I know he'll love it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 18, 2025
Great AMC Almanac
Great written and photo graphic history of AMC automobiles - the only brand my dad bought in the 1960s. Brought back some memories!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
