The AMC Hornet is a compact automobile manufactured and marketed by American Motors Corporation (AMC) from 1970 through 1977 model years in two- and four-door sedan, station wagon, and hatchback coupe configurations.

This Hornet features power steering, power brakes, built-up torque flight transmission, disc front brakes, aftermarket gauges, an after-market shifter, a custom interior, a Holly 4 Barrell carb, a mild cam, new dual exhaust, new brake booster and reservoir, freshly rebuilt carb, and …

This 1973 AMC Hornet two-door hatchback was modified and driven by Chuck Smiley to consecutive championships in the SCCA Solo 1 Sports Touring A class in the South Pacific Division in 1987 and 1988.

Sep 27, 2022 · Available as a two-door coupe, a pillarless hardtop coupe, a four-door sedan, and a convertible, the Hornet was powered by the largest and most powerful six-cylinder engine in the world at the time, a 308 cubic-inch H-145 unit of inline design. Featuring a two-barrel carburetor, it produced 145 horsepower, and a respectable 275 lb-ft of torque.

Mar 9, 2025 · AMC took that premise and ran with it, quoting the story at length in full-page ads and dubbing the Hornet “the little rich car.” In the next few years the Hornet generated some noteworthy variiations, including the compact Sportabout station wagon, a handsome three-door Hatchback, and a revival of the AMX sports coupe.

This Hornet features power steering, power brakes, built-up torque flight transmission, disc front brakes, aftermarket gauges, an after-market shifter, a custom interior, a Holly 4 Barrell carb, a mild cam, new dual exhaust, new brake booster and reservoir, freshly rebuilt carb, and …

Nov 17, 2017 · With a reported 150 examples left in this configuration, this 1971 AMC Hornet SC/360 is one highly desirable car. The current bid of $14,800 on eBay reflects that it’s not just myself who would love to have this car.

Sep 23, 2018 · From the removable steering wheel to the manual brake-bias knob popping up out of the floor, everything was custom built so that Chuck could get the most out of his hot Hornet hatch. When he was finished, the 3,200-plus-pound Kenosha killer was down to a 2,800-pound fighting weight, even with the addition of that heavy cage.

Nov 20, 2020 · Doubtless many people will see this 1972 AMC Hornet for sale on Hemmings.com and immediately think of turning it into an SC/360 clone or donor for an SC/360 restoration. It’s the right body style, it’s reasonably straight and rust-free, and, as …

This classic muscle car is equipped with a mild cam and aftermarket Dynatech headers that enhance performance, allowing for an estimated quarter-mile run time of just 13 seconds. Additional features include custom Tach gauges, an Edelbrock intake, SVT wheels, and much more. Drive this one out of our showroom or have us assist with shipping it ...