"[72] The promotion and lower prices were designed to rekindle the Rambler American as a practical and economical car in customers' minds. Garner did not drive in the race because of a film commitment in Spain. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. WebCC-1595500. [164] This followed the pattern that Ford used to develop the Mustang by using the basic platform and components of the compact Ford Falcon. [16] The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version included a standard cargo-area mat and roof rack. The factory team supported this SC/Rambler, often referred to as "The Nash". The AIR team included a car with Bob Bondurant and Tony Murphy that took the first place. 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. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. Other dealership options included front disc brakes, a front sway bar, stiffer shock absorbers, and a Hurst-linked four-speed manual transmission. Teague selected the front-end design developed by Bob Nixon, who was later in charge of AMC's small-car studio. 292 V8 engine. [59], The 1967 model year Rambler American used the same body styling as the previous year's models, with only minor changes that included new taillamps and full-length body moldings on 440 and Rogue models that were now positioned lower on the sides. The 1967 Rogue models were available in new two-tone paint schemes for the roof, trunk lid, and hood that included border trim along the upper body line. At first standard with the L-head 90hp (67kW; 91PS) 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 as in the previous four years, it was replaced by the one-barrel 127hp (95kW; 129PS) OHV version as the standard engine early in the year. The engine was the Tornado Interceptor 250cuin (4.1L) overhead cam (OHC) six originally developed for the new 1963 Jeeps. The Rambler American line was discontinued in 1969 to make way for the all-new AMC Hornet models. Front floors are rusted out. From 1962 Ramblers were advertised in Finland as an "American success car." Only the rear glass was changed to conform to the new roofline. [190] According to Old Cars Weekly magazine, "a No. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. [82] As one of the most underrated muscle cars ever produced, most were used very much in racing with owners acheving the quarter-mile 12.07 seconds at 114mph (183km/h) in full street trim using street tires. The cars were modified for the punishing Baja 500 race. [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. The semiboat-tail-roofed fastback hardtop coupe was developed in 1963 from the tooling that was already set for the 1964 model year Rambler Americans. A fifth body style, a two-door hardtop, was introduced. A new hardtop (no B-pillar) coupe body design debuted, whose steel roof was designed to mimic the appearance of a closed convertible top. And it has a matching interior. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. A total of 320 top-of-line models were produced. Windsor, Colorado, It was also entered in races against famous sports cars, including the "84 hours of Nrburgring" endurance race in 1969, where a Torino finished with the most laps, but was classified in fourth place due to penalties. This was a one-model-year-only design with a thin profile, clean lines, stamped faux-convertible ribs, and a textured finish. Ramblers were well made and today enjoy a healthy parts aftermarket. [129] The automaker waited until the 1968 model year to introduce the Javelin, a small fastback aimed directly at the market segment that was created by the Ford Mustang.[130]. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. [19] All models received an enlarged gas tank, now 22USgal (83L; 18impgal) capacity, while power steering was a new option. [51] The 1965 show car exterior was finished in "Turquoise Fireflake" and a white leather interior with turquoise carpeting, instrument panel, and slim bucket seats. [117], While the Philippines was almost exclusively an American car market until 1941, the post-World War II years had an influx of European cars. 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. [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. [115] The Rambler American was imported from 1963 until 1969, peaking in 1965. [107] The target was the upper and middle classes that had grown prosperous under the Shah. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. 292 V8 engine. [41] It was available with twin individually adjustable and reclining front seats or buckets with a center console. [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. Front floors are rusted out. NO TITLE. "[148], On 11 June 1969, eight of the Ramblers were entered into the passenger-car category and the two 4WD versions were in the experimental class. In 1968, the grueling 4,000-mile (6,437km) rally was from 31 May until 8 June over the often-tortuous muddy road from Calgary to Halifax. Has hubcaps. From the mid 1960s, Wihuri Group, a large multi-sector family business, took over import operations using it's shipping operation, Autola Oy. [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. Same lady owner for 42 years. Fun factory Pink color! Tacoma, WA 6 years at [46] Few changes were made to AMC's smallest models, as Abernethy pinned his hopes for recovery not so much on the low-priced Rambler American as on the medium and higher-priced Classic and Ambassador lines. [65] All 1967 Rambler Americans included lap belts for all seating positions, a collapsible, energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel, more padding on interior surfaces, four-way hazard flashers, and locking seat-back latches for two-door 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. The hood scoop air flapper was vacuum operated, allowing higher pressure cool air to pressurize a Carter AFB carburetor. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. [31] The E-stick was also available in conjunction with an overdrive unit. The 440 and Rogue versions picked up a stainless-steel trim piece running stem to stern on either body side, straight back between the wheel wells and the beltline. [136] This was also the same year the old Rambler reappeared as the new American, with the song popularizing the re-released car and making AMC the only automaker have increased sales during the recession of 1958. [132], In the 1960 Mobilgas Economy Run, a Custom two-door sedan returned 28.35 miles per US gallon (8.30L/100km; 34.05mpgimp) over a route of more than 2,000 miles (3,200km), finishing first in the compact class. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. The car had a transplanted AMC V8 engine that was bored out to 418cuin (6.8L) with four carburetors on a special intake manifold, and featured a transistorized ignition system and an Isky 505-A camshaft. The new Custom model came standard with a new 195.6cuin (3.2L) overhead valve engine with a slightly higher compression ratio of 8.7:1 producing an additional 37hp (28kW; 38PS), for a total output of 125hp (93kW; 127PS), while the base models retained the flathead as the standard engine. The Rambler line grew to a larger size (108-inch (2,743mm) wheelbase) in 1956. From 1966 through 1982, Industrias Kaiser Argentina (IKA) produced in Argentina a hybrid of the second-generation Rambler American and Classic platforms. Neat looking body style. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. Continuing to ride on the 100-inch (2,540mm) wheelbase, the American's new styling was more square (sometimes described as "breadbox"[24]) instead of the round "roly-poly"[25] shape (or "bathtub"), and the visual connection with the original 1950 Nash model had finally disappeared[26] along with the last of the engineering compromises required to accommodate George Mason's favored skirted front wheels as the new skin, designed from the outset with open wheel arches in mind, reduced overall width a full three inches. Mexico hosted a grueling mostly off-road race, the Baja 500. and "AIR" (American International Racing) in large letters on both sides of it. Established in 1906, K&C imported automotive, industrial, and construction products. The compact Rambler American was exported from the U.S. and Canada and produced in other markets by AMC subsidiaries or assembled under license. Fordomatic transmissi. 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. In 1969, Rambler production was moved to the former GM plant, Motor Assemblies Limited in Durban, which had come under the control of Toyota South Africa in 1964. "[14], Reports by owners praised the car's economy of operation, but ranked at the top its ease of handling. [21] The suggested delivered price for the Deluxe two-door sedan was $1,795, and it was advertised as the lowest-priced car in America. Never. Web1958 Rambler American 2-door Super 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. [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. Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. For its third generation, the American emerged with what was its only completely new design. Iran Jeep (Sherkate Sahami) had been cooperating with General Motors for over 15 years and in June 1972 purchased enough shares to change the name to General Motors Iran. "[33], The automaker's president, George W. Romney, appeared prominently in advertisements, asking potential customers to "think hard" about new cars and describing "more than 100 improvements in the 1962 Ramblers" and why they are not available in competitive cars, as well as AMC "workers as progress-sharing partners" so that buyers can "expect superior craftsmanship. Neat looking body style. "[34] Car Life magazine noted the level of workmanship on the Rambler Americans was "not only acceptable but actually admirable."[35]. Neat looking body style. NMA had existed as a motor assembly plant since the 1920s, and assembled numerous automobile marques, including Hudson, throughout the years before it was sold to the Rootes Group in 1964. This transmission has a bigger gap between second and third gears compared to the regular three-speed transmissions with overdrive (that operated like a five-speed although the driver needed to know the governor cut-in speed, free-wheeling, as well as when to lock the overdrive in or out). [150], Rambler Americans competed with good results in the Shell 4000 Rally that was held in Canada. [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. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. 1958 Rambler Owners Manual 1958 AMC Rambler Owners Manual However, with its 8200-rpm redline, the Rambler ran 112mph (180km/h) at the Fontana dragstrip.[143]. [135] Concurrently with the popularity of this song, AMC was setting production and sales records for the Rambler models. [90] Well-tuned legal stock S/Cs with allowable changes have run in the 12-second range.[91]. The regulations called for two-point seat belts on all automobiles produced after 1 March 1967. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. [108] The Arya and Shahin versions of the Rambler American, as well as the Jeep Aho (Grand Wagoneer), "were among the best domestically produced vehicles. "[79] "Likely the most outrageous muscle car from AMC" with 1,512 built, it was probably the only production model made and promoted for a specific drag racing class, the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) F/Stock class. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. 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. Continuing the tradition of minimal changes, the models received a new "suspended" accelerator pedal and cable throttle linkage. [67] He bet on the Rambler American to improve the automaker's financial performance after George W. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. [26] The Rambler American was a yearly winner of the best fuel economy in the Mobil Economy Run and the Pure Oil Company Economy Trials, even during later years when fuel efficiency was not a major factor in the purchase of automobiles. For example, the five-day event in 1959 covered 1,898 miles (3,055km). 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. Watch. Same lady owner for 42 years. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) The package included a two-barrel 155hp (116kW; 157PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 engine, power drum brakes, fender-mounted "232 SIX" rectangular emblems, and individually adjustable reclining front seats with a center folding armrest. [106] The factory in Tehran was dedicated by the last Shah of Iran. 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