Complete AMC History 2 Book Set

Complete AMC Cars History and Collector Reference Book Bundle

Explore the fascinating rise, innovation, and legacy of American Motors Corporation with this detailed two-book bundle celebrating America’s last major independent automaker. Combining a comprehensive model-by-model history of AMC vehicles with an enthusiast-focused historical reference filled with rare photography and expert insight, this bundle is an excellent resource for AMC enthusiasts, collectors, restorers, and automotive history fans.

The Complete Book of AMC Cars: American Motors Corporation 1954-1988 provides a thorough and fully illustrated review of all the production vehicles offered by AMC from its founding in 1954 through its final years before being acquired by Chrysler Corporation.

Inside you will explore:

• Rambler
• Metropolitan
• Ambassador
• Rebel
• Marlin
• Gremlin
• Hornet
• Matador
• AMX and Javelin
• Pacer
• Eagle
• Jeep

Authors Patrick Foster and Tom Glatch chronicle AMC’s evolution from the merger of Hudson and Nash into a company that challenged Detroit’s Big Three with economical transportation, innovative engineering, and memorable performance vehicles. Coverage includes AMC’s racing exploits, the rise of Jeep under AMC ownership, the impact of the fuel crisis, and innovative vehicles like the Eagle, regarded by many as America’s first crossover vehicle.

This beautifully illustrated volume captures the complete story of AMC’s successes, struggles, and lasting impact on American automotive history.

The companion AMC history reference volume provides an additional in-depth look at AMC and its vehicles from the company’s founding in 1954 through its closure in 1987. Written by respected AMC historian Patrick Foster, this volume highlights the unique identity and engineering philosophy that made AMC stand apart from other American automakers.

Inside you will discover:

• The history of AMC from the Hudson and Nash merger forward
• Coverage of iconic AMC vehicles and muscle cars
• The development of the AMX, Javelin, and Eagle
• Rare historical photography and informative captions
• AMC’s innovative approach to engineering and design
• The company’s role as the final successful independent American automaker
• A visual reference of AMC vehicles throughout its history

Featuring more than 300 photographs, this book serves as both an enthusiast history and a valuable visual reference guide for collectors and fans of classic AMC vehicles.

Together, these two books create an ideal pairing because they complement one another perfectly. The Complete Book of AMC Cars delivers a broad and detailed production history of AMC vehicles and corporate evolution, while the companion reference volume adds further historical depth, photography, and enthusiast-focused storytelling surrounding the company and its most memorable vehicles.

Used together, these books provide a well-rounded look at AMC’s engineering, performance heritage, racing history, innovative designs, and enduring collector appeal. Readers gain both a comprehensive historical overview and a deeper appreciation for the creativity and determination that made AMC one of the most unique names in American automotive history.

This bundle is ideal for AMC enthusiasts, Javelin and AMX owners, Jeep fans, classic car collectors, automotive historians, restorers, and anyone fascinated by the story of America’s last independent automaker.