[{"id": 9629976, "authorName": "broodie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broodie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very clean, nice looking ride, whats the freeway cruising speed?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664226110, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9630088, "authorName": "RodgerRabbit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodgerrabbit/", "bidAmount": 1986, "content": "$1,986 bid placed by RodgerRabbit", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664226534, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9630096, "authorName": "jfeinhandler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jfeinhandler/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by jfeinhandler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664226555, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9630102, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As additional comment on the mileage and \u201crollover\u201d claimed by CarFax. The service history shows the true milage chronology, the 10/2010 service record is also included. This was an alignment that should have read roughly 28k miles and not 280k miles. The car has a 6 digit odometer that does not roll over. The error and additional service records have been submitted to CarFax and is currently being reviewed. The miles shown are true a correct.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1664226577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9630110, "authorName": "EquipmentJunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/equipmentjunkie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had my first beer (Moosehead) in an Eagle wagon identical to this one! Thanks for the memories and GLWTA!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1664226611, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9630111, "authorName": "PH3500", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ph3500/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by PH3500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664226616, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9630183, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car maintains 80 (as indicated by speedo) no problem. Very comfortable cruiser. \r\n\r\nIt also has the coldest AC of any car of this period I have driven. I had it out at Hot August Nights this year and it was ice cold even with 105 exterior temps.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664226840, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9631064, "authorName": "Brentjeep", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brentjeep/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by Brentjeep", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664230595, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9631425, "authorName": "viperbiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/viperbiker/", "bidAmount": 6700, "content": "$6,700 bid placed by viperbiker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664232596, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9631571, "authorName": "1967Shelby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1967shelby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this is one that your don\u2019t see often on BaT. Grandpa road trip. Super clean machine.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664234166, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9632615, "authorName": "GriffinGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/griffinguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love this thing. It was introduced before its time. Anyone know what parts availability is like given AMC has been gone for what about 30 years?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664246277, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9632847, "authorName": "RidleysRides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ridleysrides/", "bidAmount": 6969, "content": "$6,969 bid placed by RidleysRides", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664250196, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9632920, "authorName": "GriffinGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/griffinguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also, would a Chrysler Jeep dealer service the Eagle given their history with AMC?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664251737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9633129, "authorName": "avanti55901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/avanti55901/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by avanti55901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664265182, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9633350, "authorName": "jka73", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jka73/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GriffinGuy\r\n\r\nI've owned 4 AMC Eagle's and mechanical parts availability is pretty good. The engine was used in so many vehicle's (including MANY Jeeps) that parts will be easy to source for years to come. And yes, you could get servie at a Chrysler/Jeep dealership, \r\nBody/Interior parts are a different story...hard to find. Have to go through the used parts market.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1664280083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9633396, "authorName": "HeavyTank77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heavytank77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Eagle Fly Free! GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664281081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9633476, "authorName": "CarFoolLane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carfoollane/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, perennially cash-strapped AMC really milked that 1969 Hornet design.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664282478, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9633883, "authorName": "CHDJR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chdjr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do the power windows, doors, and seats all work properly? Do the side mirror adjusters work? Rear window defroster? radio? Thanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664286845, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9633916, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHDR all power items work, including power seats. The mirror adjusters are both operational and the radio is fully functional and all speakers are working. Window defroster is operational (heats up) however I have only owned it in summer so don't know how well it works in winter.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664287188, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9634130, "authorName": "Farmer40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/farmer40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My brother had one of these. It was the forerunner of the Wrangler Unlimited only more practical and comfortable. He was a traveling RN and drove it back and forth across the US with nary a problem.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664289433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9634866, "authorName": "BarrW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barrw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Houston, Another Eagle has Landed.\r\nPretty nice Survivor there.\r\nEZ to work on, great in the snow and might climb trees with the right tires.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664296361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9640057, "authorName": "fatcatriverat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fatcatriverat/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by fatcatriverat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664317235, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9645397, "authorName": "Thorz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thorz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the car have a valid and current US title? Best regards from Germany", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664390990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9646608, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thorz the car has a clean NV title", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664396585, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9646748, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chdjr out of curiosity pulled out the Flir, rear defrost in perfect condition!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1664397176, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9647455, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have an '84 Limited with a 5 speed in this same color (without the woodgrain) and the same interior. I fractured my pelvis in an accident in early August, and I have finally been released from the doctor to drive. Out of the seven vehicles I own, the Eagle is the one I head for every time I need to go somewhere now. Why? The seats are incredibly comfortable, not too firm and not too soft, just right for not jarring my pelvis which now contains a plate and seven screws. I'm not sure about non-leather Eagle seats, but the leather ones have to rate as some of the most comfortable ever produced. Best of luck with the auction.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1664399757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9652065, "authorName": "trewyn15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trewyn15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have an 83 Concord Limited, virtually the same car, minus one super minor detail.. it's 2wd. These are neat cars, you almost never see them, likely because there's not a huge following for them. They're super reliable, have lots of room and are easy to find parts for. This thing is beautiful and very very well kept.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664468378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9659045, "authorName": "shervinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shervinator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Save the Clock Tower!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664520164, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9667303, "authorName": "RobbFrehln", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robbfrehln/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The predecessor to the Subaru Outback. These vehicles were far ahead of their time, unfortunately for AMC the demand for an all wheel drive wagon with extra ground clearance was 15-20 years too late.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664614351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9667307, "authorName": "Thorz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thorz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it true that the original carburetor is undersized and therefore many Eagle owners convert to fuel injection? Question to Eagle connoisseurs: does this play a not insignificant role in the purchase of an Eagle Wagon?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664614557, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9667771, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thorz: I think the reason many Eagles end up with alternative fuel systems is that the Eagle, especially the later years, was cursed with probably 100 yards of vacuum lines and some have said that the factory emissions label showing the vacuum line diagram wasn't even correct. \r\n\r\nNo, the original carb isn't undersized. There are things that can be done (Google \"Nutter by-pass\") to make the original system work great and still pass smog testing. I have heard some say that the factory design didn't even work well when the cars were new. When I bought mine, I struggled with idle mixture, idle speed, and overall driveability. After doing the Nutter by-pass modification, it has run perfectly and fuel mileage has increased.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1664630805, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9668141, "authorName": "viperbiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/viperbiker/", "bidAmount": 8186, "content": "$8,186 bid placed by viperbiker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664635249, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9668305, "authorName": "rbernard1984 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbernard1984/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mlg10231I had some issues with the low speed idle when it first arrived, it didn\u2019t like the altitude here, but got it tuned up and running fine. The nutter bypass was recommended by several friends that own these as well, however I kept it stock. It did passed smog no issue.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664637115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9676286, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is nice to see all the speaker grilles on this car intact. The ones in the rear especially take a beating from things sliding around on the metal strips. Whoever owned this car in the past took really good care of it. It seems like there are only two classes of Eagles: rusted out, heavily modified and usually with the instrument panel out and hanging by the wires or ones like this example that have been extremely well preserved.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664731959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9678898, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 8600, "content": "$8,600 bid placed by Thumperx", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664745140, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9678973, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've had AMX'S, Javelins, Gremlins and even a few Pacers but, I've never owned an Eagle. Maybe it's time for an Eagle.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664745968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9679044, "authorName": "HillCountryAMC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hillcountryamc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A note to the new owner about Eagle BBD carbs. AMC issued a Service Letter that if followed cured the abundance of the Eagle BBD woes. It involved drilling out the bottom of the idle bleed tubes to 0.032 diameter (0.030 works fine, as a 0.030 bit is easy to find), then adjusting everything per the AMC IS-12e Service Letter. I have an Eagle waggie with 200K miles on it running like new with all the original smog junk still there and functioning!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664746802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9679058, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thumperx: I've owned an Eagle for over four years now and have put about 1500 miles per year on it. It will seem like a mild performer due to the tall axle ratios, but highway speeds are very quiet, even with the windows down, and the 4.2 always seems to provide plenty of torque to meet the needs. The ride is very comfortable and you will never feel the all wheel drive when you have it engaged. It just does its job flawlessly. Out of all the classics we own, my wife likes the Eagle the best.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664746987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9679693, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mlg10231 we've messaged before, I bought the BBB 343 AMX January 2021 on BAT . Once AMC'S get in your blood, there's no shaking them .\r\nI'm heading to the Rambler Ranch tomorrow to get a Matador running for Terry and see what Eagles he has 4 sale. But I really like the Eagle listed on BAT.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664755104, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9680773, "authorName": "avanti55901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/avanti55901/", "bidAmount": 8800, "content": "$8,800 bid placed by avanti55901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664781909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9680784, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Thumperx", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664785634, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9681015, "authorName": "PeteinMS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peteinms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Proof one can have the right product idea too soon. The first crossover SUV", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664800421, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9681387, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thumperx: I hope you are enjoying that awesome AMX. You are exactly right, once AMC's are in your blood it is hard to shake. I remember as a child my grandfather always judged a car by how well it rode. I never understood that, since a firm ride and great handling were all I cared about. As I have aged, I now realize what he was talking about. I really enjoy my Javelin since it has a great ride yet handles very well too. The Eagle's ride is great too; especially on curvy, rutted-out Forest Service roads. The soft springing and long travel combined with the AWD is hard to beat. On FS roads, the only thing going faster is motorcycles. It isn't that I am careless or reckless, the car just handles it extraordinarily well.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664805539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9681571, "authorName": "71amx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/71amx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I feel like I have seen this one somewhere before. Eagles are great cars. They ride nice, get surprising good fuel economy for the year (I have gotten 23-24MPG on some of ours), the 4wd system will go through just about anything and the leather used on these seats is far better than even most Cadillacs used.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664807409, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9681922, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Back when it was believed that any vehicle with 4WD needed to have exaggerated ground clearance,.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664810545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9682159, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would\u2019ve never guessed that these would have gain traction\u2026 Not from the Ford WD but in hitting notable appreciation resale numbers\u2026 wow!\r\n\r\nQuite a rare find\u2026.. can\u2019t imagine many of these left not used up and crushed years, no decades ago. \r\n\r\nGLWTA to all", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664812446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9682392, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mlg10231 well that BBB AMX has really nice paint and is a solid car , I knew I was going to get rid of the 4.10 gears and replace the door panels. But I didn't expect the stretcher on the hood was broken and the dent from closing it , caved in fuel tank, right rear quarter glass practically falling out and the that Mark Donohue decal on the trunk lid ... was hiding a problem on the trunk. So , it's in pieces in my garage, for repairs and upgrades. Check out the videos on TikTok, I'm AMXjim \r\nBut I do like the car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664814386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9682628, "authorName": "Bcboomer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bcboomer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VolvoguyKC That clearance is very functional. These cars will push through 2 feet of snow and negotiate logging roads like no other car.\r\nI was a dealer back then and loggers often bought them for their wives but then found that the Eagle would plow through snow better than their 4x4 pickups. The viscous coupling AWD was unique to AMC/Jeep and gave them unequalled traction.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1664816049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9683306, "authorName": "avanti55901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/avanti55901/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by avanti55901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664818641, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9683462, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by Thumperx", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664819256, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9683692, "authorName": "mlg10231", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlg10231/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thumperx: sorry to hear you have had issues, but unfortunately that is the risk you run with on-line purchases of any type. Let's face it, cars always look better in photos than in real life. I think especially that with cars that have had a full rotisserie restoration that there are lots of \"loose ends\". I bought my Javelin locally, but still found lots of surprises with things like loose fuel lines, lights and turn signals that didn't work, and poor panel and bumper fit. It was nothing that couldn't be fixed, and the hard work had all been done. When you completely disassemble and re-assemble a car, there are bound to be some issues.\n\nI have to say that with my sight-unseen online car purchases, I have been disappointed every time when you find all the things the seller didn't point out or the pictures didn't show, but it has always been little things, not major ones. That's what keeps it fun I guess!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664820275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9684584, "authorName": "viperbiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/viperbiker/", "bidAmount": 12886, "content": "$12,886 bid placed by viperbiker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664823362, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9684890, "authorName": "avanti55901", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/avanti55901/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by avanti55901", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664824494, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9685496, "authorName": "dickz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dickz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mlg10231 - so true. As I advised my neighbor, I always budget between 25 to 40% of the purchase price to fix those things the Seller didn\u2019t disclose, wasn\u2019t aware of or simply lived with so not important to him/her. It minimizes the disappointment. Not a comment on this particular car, just a general thought.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664827364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9685530, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 10/3/22 at $13,500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664827515, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 9685544, "authorName": "trewyn15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trewyn15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's a little surprising, tough to bring money on these vehicles. Would have been a decent sale and good purchase.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664827577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9685547, "authorName": "jpr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jpr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Huh. Pretty good money. \n\nToo late to ask the question, \u201cHas this passed a recent Nevada emissions test?\u201d as that would have been critical to me, living in NV too.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664827632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9685780, "authorName": "Moonrunner1972", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moonrunner1972/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Surprising that the high bid didn\u2019t meet the reserve price. It is a fine example in excellent condition and indicates the increased value of these unique cars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664828812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9685812, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM at $13k? That may be a tough convo with the wife...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664829017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9688352, "authorName": "Thumperx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thumperx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mlg10231 ...yea , the last time I went through my other 69 AMX in the mid 90's, my panel fit is better than factory and many restored cars I've seen so,when the BBB AMX arrived I was a little disappointed. \r\nMy other AMX is called Thumper, May 99 Hot Rod mag .\r\nP.S. made a deal with Terry Gale today on an 86 EAGLE Limited while I was at the Rambler Ranch", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664846159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9689873, "authorName": "71amx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/71amx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "id buy this in a heart beat for $13,5K. @rbernard1984 Don't listen to those expecting it to have a lower reserve and been sold for that much. If I knew you, I would be over at your place trying to make a deal on it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664890117, "type": "comment"}]