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1970 AMC Rebel Machine For SaleOriginThe Rebel Machine was announced to dealers by AMC Vice-President William Pickett on August 5, 1969. It was the company's intention to finish all of the first one thousand Machines with the 'Red Streak' graphics kit, making it one of the most distinctive cars ever built by any company, at any time. Each dealer was committed to one Rebel Machine that they were instructed to display in their showrooms; not on their lots. One known exception to this was Empire Motors in Sudbury, Ontario. They sold more Machines than any other dealer with 60 units sold. Their technique was to have the son and the nephew of the Empire Motors owner, take the cars from the trailer to the local drag strip, disconnect the exhaust pipes and race them. They made deals right at the strip. Sudbury is a mining town and in those days a Rebel Machine onslaught must have been over-whelming for young miners with lots of money and nowhere to spend it. A number of the cars in the area are still owned by their original owners. When the cars were announced it was reported in the media that every AMC dealer would receive one Rebel Machine that was to be displayed front and centre in their showrooms (Official AMC Audio salesman's training tape). They were not to be left out in the lot. The idea was to use the flamboyant paint scheme to lure non-AMC potential customers into the showroom where they could be introduced to the rest of the AMC line-up. Selling the RWG cars was never a high priority for AMC despite the official public stance. But in true AMC fashion, the company covered every base to ensure that the car as produced matched the hype. Also in true AMC fashion, once all the hard work was done, they spent hardly any money to promote what history now accepts as the best all around car that American Motors ever built. In fact from marketing standpoint, after the most expensive and labor intensive performance project for a car offered for public sale, the company abandoned the car to its sales fate and the larceny of the performance car magazines of the era; most of whom, officially, didn't like the paint scheme and trashed the car and the company that produced it. But that was only part of the story. (John Newell)The RWB paint scheme met with controversy almost from day one and that controversy is still on-going. Its' a case of love it or leave it. Neither journalists nor the public are immune. However, it is undeniable that the Red Streak Racing Stripes are entirely responsible for the unprecedented popularity and awareness that the car is presently enjoying. The Machine is the most rapidly appreciating domestic muscle car and the RBW cars are leading the charge. When THE INTERNATIONAL REBEL MACHINE NEWSLETTER started in 1995, a #1 quality Machine was worth $8,000. Today, the same car could go for upwards of $50,000. If The Machine had been built by GM, Ford or Chrysler, there is absolutely no doubt the price tag would be at least $30,000 higher. Regardless, Machine prices are headed in that direction fairly quickly. (John Newell)Feature: Best, Fastest and Most Outrageous: The 50 Most Memorable Cars EverMotor Trend writes in their issue back in December 22nd 2003, by Chuck SchifskyComing In at #25 The Rebel Machine390-ci V-8/340 hp, 0-60 6.4, 1/4 mile 14.4/99.0 American Motors set out to build a 'Super Muscle Car,' as Bill Sanders wrote in Nov. '69. Coming on the heals of the popular Rambler Scrambler, the Rebel Machine seemed to work despite the odd name. Sanders said, 'For a price below $3500, the Machine performs like a champ, both in straight-out acceleration and excellent handling.' Read more: This CarI have owned this red, white & blue Rebel (The Machine) since 1997. Engine size is the original 390 re-built in 2006 bored 40. Everything on the engine is original from the gasket around the hood scoop intake to the 4 barrel Holly carburetor. I did take out the points and had electronic ignition installed. The car has 3.70:1 gears now, to lower the RPMs at 70 miles per hour. The 3.91:1 gears are still available upon request. The Ram air hood scoop has a built in tachometer that still works great, original Special Machine 15 inch rally wheels with the trim rings and the original red white and blue arm rest between the bucket seats. The car has been garage kept and is bondo free. I was able to obtain an extra stripe kit for the car from Chrysler. They will only produce this kit when 50 orders have been obtained. This kit will come with the car and can be used if the car ever needs repainted in the future. I also have an extra set of door windows and panels that are from a wrecked Rebel Machine. These also come with the car. This car is in great condition and a winner for any muscle car enthusiast! Price: $22,000If you would like more information or to contact me:Ray BlackburnCell phone (304) Email in PARKERSBURG WV 26101
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