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1982 AMC Concord "Sundancer" - an Ultra-Rare '80s Convertible
Help us preserve AMC history! gofund.me/95fd24b6
All AMCs are technically “rare,” but this Concord Sundancer is on another level. Learn how a stagnant economy, the AMC Pacer, and fickle consumers led to the creation of this unlikely car.
00:00 the Rarest AMC?
01:11 The Last Independent Automaker
01:34 Pacer Prelude
02:35 a Compact Luxury Car
03:55 Where Did All the Convertibles Go?
04:50 Coach-Built Drop-Tops
06:34 Jack Griffith meets AMC
08:21 Raising (or lowering) the Roof
09:39 Exterior Review
11:09 Interior Review
13:02 Engine and Driving Review
16:49 What Went Wrong?
18:32 What Could Have Been...
19:41 Social Circles, Cool Kids, and 80s Cars
21:39 "Stopping Grounds"
23:06 Days in the Sun
24:47 One Mor...
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The Last Independent Automaker - OFFICIAL TRAILER | a documentary series on American Motors
Просмотров 20 тыс.Год назад
Learn more and support our documentary: www.gofundme.com/f/the-last-independent-automaker-a-documentary The Last Independent Automaker is a six-part documentary series about the incredible history of American Motors Corporation, told by the people who loved it. AmericanMotorsMovie/
Malcolm Bricklin Interview: SV-1 History, Engine Problems, Canadian Govt., EV startups, & more!
Просмотров 7 тыс.3 года назад
This is the full interview with Malcolm at NYIAS 2019 that was used in our video on the history of the Bricklin SV-1. We talk about why he started his own car company, the challenges of finding a reliable supply of engines, his relationship with Canadian politician Richard Hatfield, his thoughts about new EV startups, and more! For footage licensing inquires, email AutoMomentsShow (at) Gmail.co...
The Strange but True Story of the Bricklin SV-1 | AutoMoments
Просмотров 44 тыс.3 года назад
Rent a Bricklin! (or something else cool) from DriveShare: bit.ly/3iBaEtK We tell the story of a plastic-bodied, gullwing-doored, Canadian-built sports car, with an exclusive interview with its creator, Malcolm Bricklin. Thanks to DriveShare for sponsoring AutoMoments! Follow us for more old car fun! JoeLigo AutoMoments/ AmericanMotorsMovie/
History of the Nash / AMC Ambassador: 1927 - 1974 | AutoMoments
Просмотров 97 тыс.3 года назад
It's not the most collectable car in the world, but when the AMC Ambassador ceased production in 1974, it held the record as the longest-produced model name in the U.S. at the time. Let's dive into its half-century of history! Follow us! JoeLigo AutoMoments/ AmericanMoto...
Top 5 Cars in my Fantasy Garage! What are yours? | Ambassador Vlog 9
Просмотров 5 тыс.4 года назад
Joe takes time to answer the age old car enthusiast question, "If you have a million dollars, what would you buy?" As usual, his answers are...unconventional. For more AMC history, visit: AmericanMoto... Follow Joe on Twitter: JoeLigo
AutoMoments - Channel Trailer
Просмотров 3 тыс.4 года назад
After 6 years, we finally made a channel trailer! Join us as we celebrate the automotive underdogs... JoeLigo AutoMoments/ AmericanMotorsMovie/
Amazing 1980s AMC & Jeep TV Commercials | Ambassador Vlog 8
Просмотров 59 тыс.4 года назад
The 80s were a wild time for car commercials. Ride along as Joe shares some of his favorite AMC, Jeep, and Renault TV advertisements taken from product training LaserDiscs sent to AMC dealers back in the day. For more AMC history, visit: AmericanMoto... Follow Joe on Twitter: JoeLigo
Grandpa, Nikola Tesla, Tesla Motors, and Me | AutoMoments Tesla Part 2
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.4 года назад
My grandpa's family is related to Nikola Tesla. It took us 10 years, but we finally got to ride in a Tesla together. This is the story of how we got here. Link to Model 3 on Turo: turo.com/us/en-us/car-rental/state-college-pa/tesla/model-3/496666?searchId=C1076tpd Link to Ev and CP's Twitter: everanow AutoMoments: JoeLigo Joe's Twitter: JoeLigo
Tesla: The "Independent" Automaker - Model 3 Test Drive | AutoMoments Tesla Part 1
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 года назад
Despite being very futuristic, Tesla strikes some interesting similarities to car companies of the past. Link to Model 3 on Turo: turo.com/us/en-us/car-rental/state-college-pa/tesla/model-3/496666?searchId=C1076tpd Link to Ev and CP's Twitter: everanow AutoMoments: JoeLigo Joe's Twitter: JoeLigo
1987 Buick Regal Limited Turbo - Muscle Car Memories | MotorWeek
Просмотров 21 тыс.4 года назад
A segment Joe produced for the TV show MotorWeek as part of their "Muscle Car Memories" series. The Buick Regal Grand National steals the spotlight in most discussions about 80's muscle cars, but for one year only Buick allowed buyers to outfit the luxurious Regal Limited with the same turbo V6 powertrain as the GN. The result was this velour-lined rocket.
Installing a NEW Vinyl Roof! (Finally) | Ambassador Vlog 7
Просмотров 23 тыс.4 года назад
Finally, the '72 Ambassador gets a brand new vinyl top. Joe goes through removing the old top, prepping the surface, ordering the vinyl, and the final install...plus a trip to a car show!
Giant AMC Parts Auction! | Ambassador Vlog 6
Просмотров 10 тыс.4 года назад
Joe goes to a giant auction of old American Motors parts, literature, and memorabilia, all of which belonged to the late Neil Curry, a collector of all things AMC. We're thankful for people like Neil, who did so much to keep the hobby alive!
1954 Kaiser Special - A Beautiful Failure
Просмотров 332 тыс.5 лет назад
Henry J Kaiser conquered nearly every industry he went into, but his best efforts to take on Detroit failed. Although this was clear by 1954, it didn't stop his car company from releasing a gorgeous new design. However, the car floundered in the market. Here Joe Ligo drives a 1954 Kaiser Special and talks about the history of this fascinating company and the man behind it. Watch our Kaiser Broc...
1979 Continental Mark V - The Pinnacle of American Luxury
Просмотров 572 тыс.5 лет назад
Late 70s American cars get a lot of hate, but as Joe Ligo goes for a drive, he finds plenty to like about this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Bill Blass Designer Edition. AutoMoments/ Lincoln and Continental Owners Club: lcoc.org/
Ambassador Vlog 4: Trans & Spring Swap
Просмотров 4,3 тыс.5 лет назад
Ambassador Vlog 4: Trans & Spring Swap
Vintage AMC Videos: AMC Ambassador Vlog 3 | AutoMoments
Просмотров 7 тыс.5 лет назад
Vintage AMC Videos: AMC Ambassador Vlog 3 | AutoMoments
AMC Ambassador Vlog 2: Viewer Q & A! | AutoMoments
Просмотров 10 тыс.5 лет назад
AMC Ambassador Vlog 2: Viewer Q & A! | AutoMoments
1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 - Muscle Car Memories | MotorWeek
Просмотров 31 тыс.6 лет назад
1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 - Muscle Car Memories | MotorWeek
AMC Ambassador Vlog 1: About the Car | AutoMoments
Просмотров 32 тыс.6 лет назад
AMC Ambassador Vlog 1: About the Car | AutoMoments
1957 DeSoto Adventurer - More Iconic Than a '57 Chevy? | AutoMoments
Просмотров 269 тыс.6 лет назад
1957 DeSoto Adventurer - More Iconic Than a '57 Chevy? | AutoMoments
Joking Around in The Chrysler Styling Studio - Vince Geraci | AutoMoments
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.6 лет назад
Joking Around in The Chrysler Styling Studio - Vince Geraci | AutoMoments
1969 AMC AMX - Muscle Car Memories | MotorWeek
Просмотров 66 тыс.6 лет назад
1969 AMC AMX - Muscle Car Memories | MotorWeek
1968 AMC Rebel - The Last* AMC Convertible | AutoMoments
Просмотров 37 тыс.6 лет назад
1968 AMC Rebel - The Last* AMC Convertible | AutoMoments
1962 Rambler Classic - George Romney's Compact Car Revolution
Просмотров 95 тыс.7 лет назад
1962 Rambler Classic - George Romney's Compact Car Revolution
1988 Lincoln Mark VII LSC - The Progressive Car that Changed Ford | AutoMoments
Просмотров 176 тыс.7 лет назад
1988 Lincoln Mark VII LSC - The Progressive Car that Changed Ford | AutoMoments
1982 DeLorean DMC-12 - Driving the Car of Dreams | AutoMoments
Просмотров 45 тыс.7 лет назад
1982 DeLorean DMC-12 - Driving the Car of Dreams | AutoMoments
1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - Is this a "Timeless" Design? | AutoMoments
Просмотров 93 тыс.8 лет назад
1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - Is this a "Timeless" Design? | AutoMoments
1986 AMC Eagle - Off-Road in a Vintage 4WD Wagon | AutoMoments
Просмотров 275 тыс.8 лет назад
1986 AMC Eagle - Off-Road in a Vintage 4WD Wagon | AutoMoments
1986 Ford F-250 - History of Ford's 1st Diesel F-Series Truck | AutoMoments
Просмотров 450 тыс.8 лет назад
1986 Ford F-250 - History of Ford's 1st Diesel F-Series Truck | AutoMoments

Комментарии

  • @penguinmaster7
    @penguinmaster7 19 часов назад

    i was introduced to the Pacer through the Goofy movie, since Goofy drove one

  • @philojudaeusofalexandria9556
    @philojudaeusofalexandria9556 День назад

    "Everybody that really wants one, gets one, and then what do you do to attract everyone else?" <- this will be the legacy of the Cybertruck.

  • @JimBischoff1184
    @JimBischoff1184 День назад

    Not an underdog .

  • @thomasbuckley6175
    @thomasbuckley6175 2 дня назад

    All I can think about is my very fat teacher in elementary school getting i and out of her Pacer She bought it because it fit.

  • @bobkarafin
    @bobkarafin 3 дня назад

    Spring 2025?! What happened to late 2024??

  • @kylesundquist5076
    @kylesundquist5076 5 дней назад

    I love nature and believe in protecting the environment, but the EPA is typically unfair, biased, political, and a built in foe to American manufacturing...and weakening our ability to produce.

  • @weirduncle2755
    @weirduncle2755 9 дней назад

    What about the deuzt ford's?

  • @danielferstendig
    @danielferstendig 11 дней назад

    2 sports cars.

  • @niccolobernard9186
    @niccolobernard9186 13 дней назад

    This is THE car. I got mine this year after years of saving. I live in Germany and I drive a lot of modern and luxurious cars at my job, but this is truly the golden one

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments 13 дней назад

      I love that. Congratulations! It truly is the golden one! I'd love to see a photo of your car.

  • @randyrobey5643
    @randyrobey5643 14 дней назад

    Another reason for the low horsepower figures was the switch to net ratings instead of gross ratings for American cars.

  • @erictheimer4492
    @erictheimer4492 16 дней назад

    My first car was a 1972 AMC Ambassador.I have over the years had a soft spot for the underdog cars,the Fiat Bravas the Pontiac Ventura's the Oldsmobile Auroras of the car world.Great show ty

  • @Solitaryman70
    @Solitaryman70 17 дней назад

    I only have one thing to say; 😢😩😫😩😩😢🤬, that beauty won’t even fit in the parking spaces of today.

  • @skatedd2451
    @skatedd2451 19 дней назад

    Did you know that Kaiser built the snowy mountains scheme in Victoria

  • @anthonyangeli256
    @anthonyangeli256 19 дней назад

    Ugly then. Ugly now.

  • @here_we_go_again2571
    @here_we_go_again2571 19 дней назад

    Your love for your Ambassador is evident. I enjoyed your narration. Happy motoring! it is a boat 😊

  • @slaautomotiveart
    @slaautomotiveart 21 день назад

    When does this full length film come out?

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments 20 дней назад

      The full length documentary is coming out in spring of 2025!

  • @user-zx8de8op9l
    @user-zx8de8op9l 22 дня назад

    My great grandma has a bathtub nash

  • @user-op6cf2sw5r
    @user-op6cf2sw5r 23 дня назад

    Is there a health care company descended from Kaiser's WW 2 industry?

  • @x-Curious-x
    @x-Curious-x 23 дня назад

    Gotta love the old 500 cid - those were the days! They ran so smooth, you'd swear it was a balanced/blueprinted engine...you could put a glass of wine on the air cleaner while it was idling, and never spill a drop...a fitting engine for all models of Cadillac, back then.

  • @edwardp3502
    @edwardp3502 24 дня назад

    A fancy Chrysler New Yorker for only $2,000 more.

  • @Armeeno_Collectibles
    @Armeeno_Collectibles 25 дней назад

    What a great video, thank you

  • @michaeltrice3784
    @michaeltrice3784 25 дней назад

    Ok, here goes... 5. 1931 Model A Coupe 4. 1964 Buick Riviera 3. 1972 AMC Ambassador 2. 2022 Tesla Model 3 1. 1964 Studebaker Avanti

  • @harrymingelickr883
    @harrymingelickr883 26 дней назад

    The Pacer , a Pregnant Roller Skate

  • @datatran07
    @datatran07 29 дней назад

    Thy old legacies were wonderful to drive and comfortable on the road, and nothing close today.

  • @theeecandlemaker2197
    @theeecandlemaker2197 29 дней назад

    Pimp Mobile! Superfly

  • @GreenHawkDrive
    @GreenHawkDrive Месяц назад

    Hello Auto Moments, it has been brought to my attention that the owner of this beautiful vehicle and you exchanged some words yesterday morning. I used a clip from this video for 2 seconds in my video. I can’t take the video down, but if you would like any credentials or such, I would be more than happy to have those links in the description. I appreciate your time, thank you.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments 17 дней назад

      Yes, in the future please ASK before using footage from our channel. We work hard on these videos and don't like when other channels use our content without asking, even if it's just a few seconds. If you can credit "AutoMoments" and include a link to this Lincoln video, that would be nice.

    • @GreenHawkDrive
      @GreenHawkDrive 8 дней назад

      @@AutoMoments You got it man

  • @CoastalAutoReactionCAR
    @CoastalAutoReactionCAR Месяц назад

    Donation made. Can’t wait to see this. Been waiting for years now to see the final product Joe I wish you had time to make regular content but I am actually in the unique position to completely understand why you don’t all the best. Can’t wait for the documentary.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      Thank you! The documentary is coming out in the spring of 2025! We've been keeping busy, but you can follow our updates on Facebook.com/AmericanMotorsMovie

  • @CoastalAutoReactionCAR
    @CoastalAutoReactionCAR Месяц назад

    Is the documentary ever going to come out? Please tell me it is.

  • @dondesormeauxrcadventures7551
    @dondesormeauxrcadventures7551 Месяц назад

    Excellent history lesson of a great Car manufacturer that did things differently.

  • @tupperlake100
    @tupperlake100 Месяц назад

    I rode in a Kaiser and thought it was great. Sometimes false information about vehicles becomes commonplace and people don't buy these cars. Owners of Ford Edsel automobiles told me they were very pleased with their cars. Unlike building techniques at the time, Kaiser prefabricated ship parts at different locations. The different components were brought to a shipyard for assembly. Producing warships this way was much faster. Kaiser built ships faster than the German subs could ship them. I am guessing, but I think Germans ended up building jets this way.

  • @kokolanza7543
    @kokolanza7543 Месяц назад

    Real nice script. Obviously the person who made this video truly appreciates and knows cars.

  • @31847448
    @31847448 Месяц назад

    My friend has 400,000 on bris Lincoln town car

  • @31847448
    @31847448 Месяц назад

    Try literally Crawling. Into a typical Uber car back seat of a Lexus, Toyota, or other typical car !

  • @EyesWideOpen61
    @EyesWideOpen61 Месяц назад

    Your nine-year-old self was correct, the car is stunning For anyone who values original thought, it’s a masterpiece

  • @collinnicholasns
    @collinnicholasns Месяц назад

    It is now 13 years since the town car went out of production and i still have my 03 town car i have also owned an 05 and a 96 town car as well as an 03 Grand Marquis. They are excellent cars and definitely not like anything built today and i plan to drive mine until i cant anymore

  • @TheGbeecher
    @TheGbeecher Месяц назад

    Beautiful classic...the end of an era...❤😊

  • @jbrovage
    @jbrovage Месяц назад

    I absolutely love my AMX. 1969 Hunter Green 390/4spd with Go-pak. So much fun, and makes the right sounds for a 1969-anything.

  • @renardfranse
    @renardfranse Месяц назад

    the DeLorean prerunner

  • @caribman10
    @caribman10 Месяц назад

    The '57 Chevy is one of if not the most over-rated Detroit cars ever. Sadly, MoPar had a well earned rep for rustout, so.....

  • @jimsmirh2406
    @jimsmirh2406 Месяц назад

    The ‘86 wasn’t the first Ford diesel pickup. That right would go to an ‘83 model.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      We explain that in the video. Technically this is the "first generation Ford diesel truck" but that was too long to put in the title! haha

  • @bftdr
    @bftdr Месяц назад

    the naming of the matador was unfortunate. in a time where safety was becoming a thing calling a car a killer was not the best idea. plus the name was connected to the barbaric sport of bullfighting.

  • @rt_goblin_hours
    @rt_goblin_hours Месяц назад

    With him wantin to be so advnaced i wonder what would have happened if he met tucker...

  • @michaelwhite2823
    @michaelwhite2823 Месяц назад

    You did a great job on this. I saved it. You even did a great impersonation of Mary Wells.

  • @jerrycallender9352
    @jerrycallender9352 Месяц назад

    I had this car in 1977 badged as a New Yorker

  • @user-mv3vf8jj1l
    @user-mv3vf8jj1l Месяц назад

    My Dad had a 1954 Kasier Special. He bought it new. He wanted a Green/ Cream color. But settled for a Dark Grey body with a Light Grey roof because the dealer had this color in Stock. He drove the car over 100k miles owning it till 1963, when he traded it on a 1963 Studebaker Cruiser. As a kid I often washed and waxed it. The most distinctive feature I remember was the beautiful dashboard. I really enjoyed viewing this video. As it brought back many fond memories.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      Aww, thank you for sharing your old car memories with us! Your dad must have had a unique taste in cars, driving Kaisers and Studebakers. Thanks for watching!

    • @user-mv3vf8jj1l
      @user-mv3vf8jj1l Месяц назад

      @@AutoMoments Dad owned his share of unique cars. A '51 and '54 Kaiser's, '63 Studebaker, '57 VW Beetle, '60 Ford Falcon, '60 Citroën ID19, '68 AMC Ambassador SST, '71 AMC Gremlin, '73 AMC Javelin SST, '74 AMC Madator, '81 Mercury Zephyr, '82 Dodge Omni, '85 VW Golf, '88 & '92 Mercury Sables.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      @@user-mv3vf8jj1l Wow! That's quite a collection over the years!

  • @bullfidde
    @bullfidde Месяц назад

    Not quite factual here. Automatic transmission was not news in 55 Gm used them since 1939. And two tone paint was only the cheaper option Packard was available with three tone paint. And leaf springs was only for the entry models the more expensive models had torsion suspension in the rear with a automatic level control by two motors.

  • @wayneclose5299
    @wayneclose5299 Месяц назад

    Kaiser was an ugly car

  • @JamesBond-op3ce
    @JamesBond-op3ce Месяц назад

    I used to have a eagle 78 I guess back in México 🇲🇽 this car was fast as hell I was a about 22 when drove that car for a few years one time an Idiot flip de bird to me he was driving a brand new Chrysler spirit rt and then the chase started for about 8 miles chase his tail smelling raw fuel all the way his turbo wasn’t enough for this beautiful eagle 🦅 since then all my respect to this cars actually I’m looking for one 👍🤔🤔adiós amigos 👍👍

  • @davidbolt5113
    @davidbolt5113 Месяц назад

    Awesome video! Great references.

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      So glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

  • @michaelrandall9034
    @michaelrandall9034 Месяц назад

    I saw ET in a Pacer. Yep, drive in movie. What an unforgettable experience. Ethel was that Pacer’s name. 🍻Suzy!

    • @AutoMoments
      @AutoMoments Месяц назад

      Ha! That's a cool old car memory. Thanks for watching!