The 1979 CJ7 Golden Eagle was a special edition Jeep produced by American Motors Corporation (AMC), based on the CJ7 Laredo.
Engine
258 cubic inch (4.2 liter) inline six-cylinder, 115 horsepower, 210 pound-feet of torque.
Transmission and Driveline
Three-speed manual, four-speed manual, or automatic; part-time four-wheel drive with Dana 30 front and Dana 35 rear axles.
Suspension and Brakes
Solid axles with leaf springs front and rear; front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Wheels and Dimensions
15×8-inch steel wheels with LT235/75R15 tires. Length 161.5 inches, width and height 71.5 inches, wheelbase 83.5 inches, curb weight 3,250 pounds.
Features
Two-tone gold and white paint, Golden Eagle decals, black bumpers and grille, black wheels, full carpeting, sound system, air conditioning, cruise control, and rear window defroster. Approximately 1,000 units were estimated to have been built.