Which is cheaper to maintain, the AMC Marlin or the AMC Marlin?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the AMC Marlin is cheaper to maintain — about $0 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 343 V8 and the 287 V8?

Across 22 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the AMC Marlin or AMC Marlin?

The AMC Marlin has 0 open NHTSA recalls. The AMC Marlin has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

1967 AMC Marlin vs 1965–1967 AMC Marlin — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1967

1965–1967

Engine

343 V8

287 V8

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

—

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$7,355

0.12 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$7,355

0.12 $/mi

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

0.5 hrs$1,380 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.4 hrs$580 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.2 hrs$440 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

1.0 hrs$330 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

12V battery

0.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.6 hrs$240 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.0 hrs$230 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

Water pump

3.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

3.6 hrs$189 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.4 hrs$180 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

4.2 hrs$170 / 5yr

Alternator

1.8 hrs$143 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.7 hrs$140 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.8 hrs$132 / 5yr

Power steering flush

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

Starter motor

1.8 hrs$94 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.0 hrs$67 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

✓ Both vehicles are completely clear of open safety recalls.

Fluid Capacities

AMC Marlin

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake0.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant16.00 qt · Ethylene glycol green conventional 50/50

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SE

power_steering1.50 qt · Type A automatic transmission fluid

rear_diff3.50 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto11.00 qt · Dexron II ATF

transmission_manual3.50 qt · API GL-4

washer1.00 qt · Windshield washer fluid

AMC Marlin

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake0.75 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant15.00 qt · conventional green coolant

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SE or SF

power_steering1.75 qt · Type A

rear_diff4.00 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto9.00 qt · Borg-Warner Type A

transmission_manual3.50 qt · API GL-4

washer1.50 qt · windshield washer solvent

The Verdict

TOO CLOSE TO CALL

Across cost of ownership and recall count, neither vehicle pulls decisively ahead. Pick on personal preference — drivetrain, transmission feel, brand loyalty, or the engine that puts a smile on your face.

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