though amc debuted its new fuel-injected i6 engine for 1987, the new engine did not make it under the venerable eagle's hood. the i6 remained the sole engine available in the eight-season-old eagle sedan and wagon. no major changes were seen on the 1987 eagle, as american motors turned its attention to the debut of the imported renault medallion. the buyout of the company by chrysler corporation took effect officially on 5 august 1987.