1972 AMC Javelin 2-Dr Hardtop
AMX is a distinct 2-door coupe trim within the Javelin line (body class 8, style number 7279-8). Competed with Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, and Plymouth Barracuda.
Confidence
95%
A2C797Z235021
V8
Engine
2-Dr Hardtop
Body
Kenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1972 AMC Javelin
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | A | AMC |
| Year digit | 2 | 1972 |
| Transmission code | C | Overdrive Automatic |
| Series Code | 7 | Javelin |
| Body type code | 9 | 2-Dr Hardtop |
| Body class code | 7 | Javelin |
| Engine Code | Z | V8, 401 CID, 4-BC (255 net HP) |
| Production Number | 235021 | 235021 |
Basic Information
MakeAMC
ModelJavelin
Year1972
Body Style2-Dr Hardtop
ManufacturerAmerican Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
EngineV8, 401 CID, 4-BC (255 net HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement401 CID
Horsepower255 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-BC
Assembly PlantKenosha, Wisconsin (plant inferred from the serial block, not a VIN position)
Pattern SourceAMC
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1971 through 1974
Headroom frontNA
Headroom rearNA
HeightNA
Legroom frontNA
Legroom rearNA
Length191.8
Nameplate origin1968
Wheelbase110.0
Width75.2
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)