Other dealership options included front disc brakes, a front sway bar, stiffer shock absorbers, and a Hurst-linked four-speed manual transmission. [142] The big engine from an Ambassador added only 80 pounds (36.3kg) more than the venerable 195.6cuin (3.2L) straight six normally found in the small two-door American. [147] The finished weight of the race cars was 3,140lb (1,424kg) "identical to original stock-form shipping weight - despite the mammoth 44-gallon fuel tank amidships, the steel-lined undersides and 10x15 Goodyear earthmover-like tires. 195.6 Ci 6 Cyl 90 Hp Engine AKA the Super Flying Scot.. Eng $13,500 Dealership CC-1595500 1960 AMC Rambler 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr Rogues also received grille trim that wrapped around the fender sides. In addition to Rambler parts, the stock of spares also covered Hudson, Nash, and Austin Metropolitan parts. Watch. American Motors (and its original equipment manufacturer suppliers, such as the print advertisement for Champion spark plugs) promoted the results of this popular event in its advertising as a marketing technique that further emphasized the thriftiness of the Rambler Americans. Because the only race Rambler cares about is the human race. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. A new hardtop (no B-pillar) coupe body design debuted, whose steel roof was designed to mimic the appearance of a closed convertible top. In total, 3,664 sedans, 736 wagons, and 288 hardtops were produced. [101], Rambler vehicles were imported into Finland during the 1950s and 1960s by two major Finnish automotive importers, Oy Voimavaunu Ab and Suomen Maanvilelijin Kauppa Oy (SMK Group.) Look no further than a Rambler American. [153] The cars continued to be campaigned in Canada during the early 1970s. [14], A two-door station wagon was added to the line in 1959. [105] The cars were available with factory air conditioning, a unique feature for the Iranian market during that time. Tacoma, WA 6 years at Annand & Thompson Pty Ltd in Brisbane distributed vehicles for Queensland. The interiors included new larger side armrests. For 1961 the American line added a four-door station wagon and a two-door convertible for the first time since 1954. As a true compact-sized car on a 106in (2,692mm) wheelbase, the Rambler station wagon had no domestic competitors, and it offered interior space advantage compared to imported models with its 66 cubic feet (1,869L) of cargo space. [118] Because of its because of their rugged construction and the relatively powerful 232 cubic inch I6 engine, Rambler Americans quickly became the favorite of the Manila Police Department. While similar Rogue and American models had standard drum brakes, the SC package came with front discs, a heavier sway bar, and a strengthened drive train and body components. [185][186][187], The SC/Rambler has become a popular muscle car to replicate because of the ease of installing a powerful AMC V8 drivetrain into one of the large number of inexpensive 1966 through 1969 Rambler Americans. [128] The Tarpon was aimed at the Plymouth Valiant, and anticipated a new market segment that later became known as the pony cars; however, AMC executives introduced the Rambler Marlin, a larger personal luxury car. [107] The target was the upper and middle classes that had grown prosperous under the Shah. [61], For the 1967 model year, AMC's new high-compression (10.2:1) 343cuin (5.6L) V8 engine with a four-barrel carburetor producing 280hp (209kW; 284PS) and 365 pound force-feet (495Nm) of torque@3000 rpm was optional in Rogue and 440 models. "[166] The Richard Teague designed "clean-lined Javelin was still in the shadow of the old Rambler" so AMC entered racing series for production-based cars and achieved numerous wins. [41], The 1964 Chicago Auto Show featured a special version of a top-of-the-line American named the Rambler Carrousel on raised rotating platform. [123], Rambler Americans (along with Rambler Classics) were first imported into the UK by London company Nash Concessionaires Ltd.[124] They had previously been the UK importer of Nash vehicles. [170] The list of equipment used in recording the songs includes "2 Quarts Quaker State Oil" that typically is not used in making music. [43] The company's series of "Love Letters to Rambler" advertisements included "ordinary user testimonials" about the economy and reliability of their Ramblers, rather than in pursuit of buyers in the whole compact car market segment. [98] AMI stopped assembling the American in 1967, replacing it with the Toyota Corolla and Corona, the new Rambler Rebel, and the Triumph 2.5. [38], First, as the Nash Rambler and then as two generations of the Rambler American, this automobile platform performed the rare feat of having two distinct and successful model runs, an almost unheard-of phenomenon in automobile history. The Rambler American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. Today. Look no further than a Rambler American. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. The mid-trim level 330 model was dropped, leaving the top 440 and base 220 models in the lineup for 1966. "[4], Benefiting from network television exposure, the 1962 Rambler American convertible became "a hot ticket item" for collectors after it began to appear regularly on 3rd Rock from the Sun with owners of rusty cars asking high prices and prime examples commanding upward of $14,000. Fun factory Pink color! Sold with bill of sale only. [20], Even in the face of the new competition from much larger automakers, the compact Rambler American enjoyed appeal not only because of its low initial price, economy, and high gas mileage, but also because its resale values ranked among the highest. Has hubcaps. The entire line was treated to neat and trim lines with pleasing simplicity (compared to the more boxy predecessors) with characteristic tunneled headlights with a simple horizontal grille between them. Rambler assembly at NMA ceased in 1967 after Chrysler in the U.S. acquired Rootes Group. Watch. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. Popular Mechanics wrote "seldom has a car been completely restyled as the 1961 Rambler American and yet retain the same engine, driveline, suspension on the same unit body". For 1964, the third-generation Rambler American debuted in Mexico and was available in two-door and four-door sedans as well as a four-door station wagon. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version [17], Rambler sales increased in 1959, and AMC struggled to keep up with demand, as production tripled to 91,491 Americans, with 32,639 (almost 36%) made up by the new wagon. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. From the mid 1960s, Wihuri Group, a large multi-sector family business, took over import operations using it's shipping operation, Autola Oy. [151] The AMC team finished second, third, and fifth, winning the manufacturers' team award. Wipers and washers changed to electric units, a Motorola AM radio with an antenna, and twin-circuit brakes became standard. However, the most astounding demonstration was the record set in the Pure Oil Economy Trials, another NASCAR-supervised event: 51.281 miles per US gallon (4.5868L/100km; 61.586mpgimp), which AMC sagely noted, "No car owner should expect to approach in everyday driving. Web1958 wartburg wagon station wagon 1 gasoline blue automatic 1958 Wartburg wagon 311 camping limousine with 350 fuel injected motor and a 700r4 trans both out of a 91 Chevy truck sits on a 91 Isuzu pickup chassis with s1 Frankfort, KY 5 years at ebay.com 3 29,900 1958 Chevy Brookwood Wagon station wagon The instrument cluster was changed from the previous rectangular design to round gauges: The speedometer with odometer was in the center, with twin, smaller fuel and engine temperature gauges, with matching warning-light pods located on both sides of the round speedometer. For the 1960 model year, the Rambler American line added a four-door sedan body style and a third trim level, a top-of-the-line Custom. The song was on Billboard Top 40 charts for 12 weeks while also selling over a million copies, and it was awarded a gold disc. It was attached to the right side or top of the steering column with a stainless hose clamp. [156] It was to have sintered plate nickel-cadmium batteries. Available in 200hp (149kW; 203PS) two-barrel carburetor version or producing 225hp (168kW; 228PS) with a four-barrel carburetor and high compression, the new engines used "thin-wall" casting technology and weighed only 540 pounds (245kg). The American, along with "A-body" Chryslers, were the only domestic cars that were available as a hardtop coupe model, the Ford Falcon and Chevy Nova being only available as pillared sedans (and a wagon in the Ford Falcon line). WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. [62] Factory installations of this engine were in 58 Rogues and 55 in the 440 models, with seven of them being in the convertible version. Front floors are rusted out. It was inspired by VAM's successful 1965 racing season using Rambler American sedans and hardtops, as well as growing domestic market demand for muscle and performance cars. Explore. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. American Motors contracted Paul Hatton to paint the cars. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. [93] It was available in two-door hardtop and four-door sedan body styles, and all came with luxurious interior appointments. In essence, the new body was a shorter, narrower version of the previous year's new Rambler Classic. The Torino's engine, transmission, and upgraded interior fittings were unique to Argentina and were not used on any of the U.S.-market Ramblers. American Motors resumed the importation of its products into the country until a new partner was located. [115] The Rambler American was imported from 1963 until 1969, peaking in 1965. [55], A completely new 290cuin (4.8L) "Typhoon" V8 engine was developed by AMC; it was introduced in the special mid-1966 Rogue model. [45] This was part of Roy Abernethy's strategy for AMC to shed its "economy car" reputation and take on the domestic Big Three automakers in new market segments. American Motors called on Hurst to help develop a vehicle for the racing market. Charles Rauch set a D/S quarter-mile record of 12.54 seconds at Detroit Dragway. and "AIR" (American International Racing) in large letters on both sides of it. Preston Honea achieved fame with the 1964 "Bill Kraft Rambler" American from Norwalk, California. It featured a power-operated folding top with roll-down door glass, rather than the fixed side-window frames of the original design. Tacoma, WA 6 years at [188] Additionally, there is a stamped number hidden behind the steering box that has the letter X (indicating a factory 390 car) followed by the last 6 digits of the VIN which should match the numbers on the dash tag. The Rambler American line was discontinued in 1969 to make way for the all-new AMC Hornet models. The rear differential was changed to a 3.54:1 gear ratio. Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. With costs to produce the Metropolitan rising, AMC decided to reintroduce a modified version of the 1955 Nash Rambler (the previous 100in (2,540mm) wheelbase model). [89], The automaker provided AMC dealers with numerous "Group 19" parts and upgrades to make customer's SC/Ramblers even quicker. [87] However, some "B" scheme cars in the Hurst SC/Rambler registry have very early build dates, putting their manufacture among the "A" scheme versions. Neat unusual car. The American and Classic models retained their economy-car marketing image, and their traditional nameplate. Rambler's emphasis on economy over performance can be observed through the example of automatic transmission use in a Rambler American where the 1959 owner's handbook describes leaving the gear selector in the D-2 position (1.47:1 gear ratio) blocks access to low gear (2.40 ratio) when starting out from a stop; therefore, given the car's 3.31 axle, this yields an initial 4.86:1 final drive ratio reducing crankshaft revolutions for maximum fuel economy. Webor $425/mo. Continuing the tradition of minimal changes, the models received a new "suspended" accelerator pedal and cable throttle linkage. Using the platform of the Nash Rambler, American Motors' designers gave the car a new grille and more open rear fender wells, giving the car a lighter appearance than that of the earlier car, which had hidden its rear wheels behind deeply skirted fenders. This was a one-model-year-only design with a thin profile, clean lines, stamped faux-convertible ribs, and a textured finish. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. Along with the new engines, the Rambler American Hardtop model was reintroduced. The domestic-made engines were introduced in 1965 model year VAM cars. Available only as a two-door hardtop, the interior came in standard gray charcoal vinyl-upholstered reclining seats with a headliner embossed with small squares. The top-of-the-line model, available only as a two-door hardtop, had its name changed from 440-H to Rogue. The engine used was AMC's 232cuin (3.8L) inline-six producing 142hp (106kW; 144PS). [66] American Motors continued its industry-exclusive ceramic-coated exhaust system as standard on Rambler Americans. The American was the second incarnation of AMC forerunner Nash Motors' compact Rambler that was introduced in 1950 and marketed after the merger with Hudson Motors under both marques during the 1954 and 1955 model years. Same lady owner for 42 years. [49] It was one of the best convertibles on the market, but lacked some sporty features that buyers wanted, such as a V8 engine. Because the 1970 model year Hornet line did not include a station-wagon body style (AMC had the larger-sized Rebel wagon for the U.S. market) the VAM Rambler American four-door station wagon was carried over for one more year. [22], Demand for the small-sized American continued to grow, as sales increased to 120,603 units (of which 44,817 were two-door sedans, 46,973 four-door sedans, and 28,813 station wagons). On the exterior, the center horizontal chrome grille bar was deleted. The 1960 Rambler American produced under Willys Mexicana was available in two-door sedan, four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. American Motors' financial condition meant it could not afford to develop an entirely new model. 1960 AMC Rambler. [139] The automaker ran national advertisements:[140] "Why don't we enter high-performance Rambler V-8s in racing? [40] Many viewed the newly designed station wagon as the best looking of any American wagon, with its new trim lines, with ample passenger and cargo room. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. [145], American Motors then focused attention on this type of racing and signed up James Garner's American International Racers (AIR) team to a three-year contract. While mechanically identical to the 1960 model, Anderson's restyle resulted in a car that was three inches (76mm) narrower and shorter in its exterior dimensions with an overall length of 173.1 inches (4,397mm), but increased in its cargo capacity. [41] The old 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 was a gas stingy champ in the Mobil Economy Runs and available in 90hp (67kW; 91PS), 125hp (93kW; 127PS), and 138hp (103kW; 140PS) versions. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. IN." AMC President George Mason believed in small cars and introduced the Austin-built, Nash-designed Metropolitan in 1954. [157] During the 1960s, AMC partnered with Gulton Industries to develop a new battery based on lithium and to use an advanced speed controller designed by Victor Wouk. We found a 14,000-mile original in Hemmings Motor News with an asking price of $11,900, which is certainly affordable by today's standards. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! Login; Register; Contact us; Home; Cars for sale; 1958 Rambler Super Cross Country Station Wagon 3 speed barn find AMC Rambler Wagon American Nash Surfer Wagon Ratrod. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. Pinterest. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) [27] All outside sheet metal was changed, but the side window frames remained the same as previous models. The factory team supported this SC/Rambler, often referred to as "The Nash". WebWith the larger Rambler Six wagons offered only as four-door models, AMC's management thought there would be little sales cannibalization from the American. [94] The car was successful in Argentina. [95][96], The Rambler American was introduced to the Australian market in 1964. "[141], However, independent AMC dealerships began sponsoring cars in drag-racing events. [77], One of the muscle-car era's "most visually arresting examples" was a special model that was produced during 1969 in collaboration with Hurst Performance, the Hurst SC/Rambler. Neat looking body style. [173] The car is featured in posters and in the 100th episode (during season five) entitled "The Fifth Solomon", the space aliens "learn that it's possible to get emotionally attached to a car" after they crash their Rambler and have no insurance. Fun factory Pink color! 1958 Rambler Owners Manual 1958 AMC Rambler Owners Manual [58] The engine continued to be assembled through 1991 for the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, long after AMC was sold to Chrysler in 1987. The domestically produced small car let AMC control costs more closely. [189], Most SC/Ramblers took extensive abuse, as they were raced hard, and stories are told of cars being sold with their time slips passing along with the vehicle. And it has a matching interior. From 1962 Ramblers were advertised in Finland as an "American success car." The SC/Rambler included a standard 90-degree-arc dial Sun tachometer. The 1967 models received a new semi-concave, squared taillight design, and a new five-dial instrument cluster with a round speedometer at the center. [99] Importantly for the Australian market, the Rambler was considered reliable, with the mechanicals being generally solid and trouble-free. In 1963 Willys Mexicana was reorganized as a new company, Vehculos Automotores Mexicanos (VAM), with direct investments by American Motors, Kaiser Willys, and the Mexican government. [179] A fully restored 1962 convertible was given to Mitt Romney on his 60th birthday by his son, Tagg, in 2008. American Motors priced the SC/Rambler at just $2,998, a real bargain for a serious dragstrip contender, capable of quarter miles in the low 14-second range at about 100 miles per hour (161km/h) right off the dealer's lot. Tom McCahill wrote in Mechanix Illustrated, "There isn't a better buy in the world today." Automakers responded by reducing the number of car lines, trim levels, options, and variants in all product lines, Willys Mexicana being no exception. 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[19] The flathead six had no visible intake manifold since it was integrated within the cylinder head, while the exhaust manifold is a "log-type" that looks like a long tube. [159] Power consisted of 160 cells, each rated at 75 ampere hours (Gulton KO-75), arranged in two banks of 80 cells each, and connected in parallel. Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. [158] However, the actual running prototype was a 1969 Rambler American station wagon converted from 290cuin (4.8L) V8 to an all-electric car using nickelcadmium batteries. [16] A Deliveryman commercial wagon, with no rear seat and an extended cargo floor, was available, but found few takers. [154] Their competition equipment included AMC's new 390cuin (6.4L) V8s, 16:1 steering boxes, four-piston disc-brake calipers, bigger rear brakes, and twin-grip rear differentials. [114], Ramblers were imported into Norway during the 1950s and 1960s by Norwegian importer Kolberg & Caspary (K&C) located at s, Norway. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. Not running but looks complete under the hood. And it has a matching interior. [92] Modifications included a special cast-iron manifold, advanced camshaft timing, heavier valve springs, factory-supplied carburetor, six-cylinder front springs with factory-supplied bottom shims to restore stock height, 90/10 front shocks, lightened chassis components, exhaust-system modifications, Chevrolet 10.5-inch diaphragm pressure plate, wide-ratio transmission gear set, 4.44 rear-axle ratio, and larger, softer, G70-15 rear tires on identical-design "Magnum 500" 15-inch Ford wheels painted AMC blue. Two cars were further modified with four-wheel drive. 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