1977 American Motors Parts — Select Your Model
In 1977, American Motors offered 4 models in this catalog, covering 11 engine configurations and 10,784 replacement parts. Choose your model below to see the engines available that year.
Every part carries the brand and manufacturer part number (MPN), so once you reach your model's pages you can cross-reference against the part coming off the vehicle — the most reliable way to confirm OEM and aftermarket fitment before you order.
All 1977 American Motors Models
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Buying Parts for a 1977 American Motors: What to Check First
The single most common reason a "1977 American Motors" part gets returned is the engine. American Motors's 1977 lineup spans 11 engine configurations across 4 models, and fitment for brake, cooling, drivetrain and electrical parts follows the engine, not the badge on the trunk. Confirm yours before ordering — it's printed on the emissions label under the hood, and the 8th character of the VIN usually encodes it.
Each part downstream carries a manufacturer part number you can check against the old part, the factory catalog or a shop quote. Where both exist, OEM-supplier and aftermarket options appear side by side for the same fitment, so the price-versus-longevity call is yours to make with the numbers in front of you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which 1977 American Motors models does this page cover?
All 4 models listed for 1977, covering 11 engine configurations and 10,784 parts. Select a model above to see its engines and parts categories.
Do all 1977 American Motors models use the same parts?
No — and often even the same model doesn't, if it was offered with more than one engine. Fitment is published per year, model and engine, which is exactly how this catalog is organized. Two 1977 American Motorss with different engines usually need different filters, belts, brake components and sensors.
How do I know which engine my 1977 American Motors has?
Check the emissions/emission-control label on the underside of the hood or the radiator support — it states the engine displacement. The 8th character of the VIN also encodes the engine on most vehicles. Once you know it, every parts list here filters to that exact configuration.
Can I cross-reference an OEM part number for my 1977 American Motors?
Yes. Every part includes the manufacturer part number, and the site search accepts part numbers directly. Searching a number shows every configuration it fits — the quickest way to confirm an OEM number's aftermarket equivalent, or to check a number from a repair estimate.
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