This 1986 AMC Eagle wagon (VIN 2CCCK3873GB700411) is said to be in very nice shape, with some minor nose touch-ups and a little under 33k original miles. Purchased new in South Dakota. the car doesn’t seem to have wandered far in 30 years. Groundbreaking when new, these cars signaled the way for the popularity of today’s 4WD Subaru wagons. Powered by AMC’s ubiquitous 258ci inline-six, loaded with options, well documented and very clean, this might be the nicest one left. Find it here on eBay in Sioux Falls, South Dakota for $21,500 OBO. Special thanks to BaT reader David L. for this submission.

Based on the AMC Concord, these cars were introduced for 1980 and production ended under the auspices of Chrysler in 1987. Interestingly, FF Developments of Jensen Interceptor fame built the prototype cars, and when introduced, the Eagle featured independent front suspension, a near 50/50 torque split and impressive ground clearance. Described by the seller as a “piece of jewelry,” they add that it’s just as clean underneath as on top.

Looking just as impressive from behind, brown with “woodgrain” and whitewalls with wire-wheel hubcaps are pure 80’s malaise nostalgia for kids who grew up in the decade. Except for the newer Chevy truck in the background, photos could be from a promo shoot.

The interior doesn’t disappoint, either. The selectable 4WD switch is located to the left of the steering wheel, and we dig the floating package tray below the dash that also houses the A/C vents. Sure there is lots of vinyl, hard plastic and fake burled wood, but the seats look soft, the carpet appears clean and there are numerous neat details to look at while headed down the road.

Under the tailgate, the cargo area shows few signs of hard use with good chrome even on the load floor strips. Those orange on black historical plates are pretty cool, too. It’s easy to forget how cluttered the engine bays of these cars can be, but this one also appears otherwise tidy. The 258ci straight-six was factory rated at 114 HP and a respectable 210 lb-ft. Backing it up is a Chrysler sourced 998 “Torque-Command” 3-speed automatic and a NPG119 transfer case. Considered to be the first modern transfer case, it received input from the rear driveshaft before sending power forward through a Morse Hy-Vo chain. A velocity-sensitive viscous coupling with limited slip was fitted as well, and offered some anti-skid protection by equalizing driveshaft speeds.

While nothing specific to running condition is mentioned in the ad, with just under 33k miles it seems likely that this one should drive as good as it looks.