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. Premier Motors Pty Ltd in Perth distributed Ramblers for Western Australia, and Heathco Motors in Launceston distributed Rambler vehicles for Tasmania. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. [106] The factory in Tehran was dedicated by the last Shah of Iran. [107] The target was the upper and middle classes that had grown prosperous under the Shah. [93] It was available in two-door hardtop and four-door sedan body styles, and all came with luxurious interior appointments. The car was actually a 1963-1964 Rambler Classic passenger compartment with 1964-1965 Rambler American front and rear sections. "[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. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. Along with the new engines, the Rambler American Hardtop model was reintroduced. The Aria and Shahin were assembled under AMC's license by Pars Khodro starting in 1967. The Aria was a more luxurious version that came with a three-speed automatic, as well as manual transmission, while the Shahin was the base model with a manual transmission. The straight-six engine was modernized with an overhead-valve cylinder head for higher-grade models, but the base cars continued with the flathead engine. Windsor, Colorado, Pinterest. Factory options included a dash-mounted 8,000 rpm tachometer and the sport steering wheel used in the Javelin models. [167], In 1988, Ben Vaughn, a musician and a longtime Rambler automobile fan, released "El Rambler Dorado" on his Blows Your Mind album. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. [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. Dealership. Watch. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. Some AMC historians claim American Motors built a batch of 500 "A" scheme SC/Ramblers before switching to the "B" scheme, with 500 "B" models built before a switch to the final lot of 512 SC/Ramblers in "A" pattern. Look no further than a Rambler American. [164] This followed the pattern that Ford used to develop the Mustang by using the basic platform and components of the compact Ford Falcon. Sales of the Rambler American increased and the showroom traffic boosted morale among AMC's independent dealerships. [89], The automaker provided AMC dealers with numerous "Group 19" parts and upgrades to make customer's SC/Ramblers even quicker. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. [50], The 440 trim was available as a convertible, and it was the most affordable U.S.-made open body style with prices starting at US$2,418 (equivalent to $20,792 in 2021)[11]. They all featured a new roll-down disappearing rear window for the bottom-hinged tailgate. [175], Mitt Romney launched his 2006 campaign for U.S. president at The Henry Ford museum while next to an old Rambler. 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. 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. [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. Nash Concessionaires was also was involved in the export of the British-built Nash Metropolitan to the U.S.[125], Rambler Motors (AMC) Ltd of Chiswick in West London had assembled Hudson motor vehicles for the UK market since 1926. [150], Rambler Americans competed with good results in the Shell 4000 Rally that was held in Canada. The Hornet-based Rambler American model continued as a "fourth generation" until it was replaced with an updated and expanded new VAM American line for 1975. Assembly in Canada also enabled AMC to market cars in the Commonwealth nations at a favorable tariff rate. 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. A total of 90 units of this version were made. The 1967 model year also had the addition of the new safety standards for passenger cars mandated by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Economy claims for stock cars could be confirmed by these open and sanctioned trials. For 1961 the American line added a four-door station wagon and a two-door convertible for the first time since 1954. [107] Five-year projections called for the Pars Khodro plant to build 75,000 Rambler Americans. 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. [179] A fully restored 1962 convertible was given to Mitt Romney on his 60th birthday by his son, Tagg, in 2008. Windsor, Colorado, [87] Modified SC/Ramblers have run the quarter mile in the 9-second bracket. [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. [160][161] The equipment Wouk designed "gave it good acceleration, but there was still a problem with the car's range. Same lady owner for 42 years. 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. [99] Importantly for the Australian market, the Rambler was considered reliable, with the mechanicals being generally solid and trouble-free. The line continued with minor cosmetic changes for the 1962 model year. A new hardtop (no B-pillar) coupe body design debuted, whose steel roof was designed to mimic the appearance of a closed convertible top. 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. Front two-point seatbelts became standard for the first time. The front suspension sills extended all the way under the floor to meet the rear suspension sills, a feature that made the Torino much stiffer than its U.S.-produced cousins (The Rambler Marlin also used these long sills, but other models did not). [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. [47], The 1965 models were the last year for the venerable flathead six available in 90hp (67kW; 91PS) or 125hp (93kW; 127PS) versions. 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 [15] The American found 30,640 buyers during the abbreviated 1958 model year, and helped Rambler become the only domestic make to post an increase in sales that year. It featured built-in flow-through ventilation, four-wheel drum brakes, regular suspension, regular cooling system, manual steering, pull-handle parking brake, bench seats, four-side armrests, vacuum wipers, cigarette lighter, front ashtray, hood ornament, glove box, driver's side remote mirror, and hubcaps over standard steel wheels. The only factory option was an AM radio. [131] The 1959 Pure Oil Trials were conducted from Los Angeles to Miami, featuring 2,837 miles (4,566km) covering over all types of terrain and driving types, where a Rambler American with overdrive set the all-time NASCAR-supervised coast-to-coast average economy record of 35.4 miles per US gallon (6.64L/100km; 42.5mpgimp). The cars had 44USgal (167L; 37impgal) fuel tanks. American Libraries; Canadian Libraries; Universal Library; Project Gutenberg; Children's Library; Biodiversity Heritage Library; Books by Language; 1957 advertisement for the Rambler Ambassador 1958 Station Wagon Rebel Addeddate 2023-02-19 18:17:12 Identifier 1957-rambler-ambassador-1958-station-wagon-rebel-ad Scanner [67][70] The American's 1966 design was then continued mostly unchanged through the 1969 model year.[55]. "[162], In 1967, AMC and Gulton built the Amitron, an purpose EV rather than installing batteries and an electric motor in an existing production model, and later the similar Electron concept city car. The car was called IKA Torino, later Renault Torino, and featured AMC's automobile platform with a facelifted front and rear design and instrument panel by Pininfarina to create a new car. Explore. Fordomatic transmissi. The Rambler American is a compact car that was manufactured by the American Motors Corporation (AMC) between 1958 and 1969. $1200. WebCC-1595500. [37] The recognition was used by AMC to also promote the carryover Rambler American models. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. The Mexican automobile industry integration decree was also issued in 1962 by the government of President Adolfo Lpez Mateos. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. [84] No factory options were available for this package. [55] The last U.S.-made Rambler was assembled in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on 30 June, making the production total of 4,204,925 units. "[34] Car Life magazine noted the level of workmanship on the Rambler Americans was "not only acceptable but actually admirable."[35]. [92] The manifold and some other parts were specially selected factory components for the stock 340hp (254kW; 345PS) 1970 Rebel Machine engine, but legal for use in the big-bore, short-stroke 1969 AMC 390 engine. [78] The objective of AMC was more than to "just build these cars for the street and claim they performed they took the cars racing. Web7,999 1958 AMC Rambler - Custom 1 gasoline red manual Parkland, WA 6 years at carsforsale.com 7,999 1958 AMC Rambler - Parkland, WA station wagon 1 red 1958 amc rambler - parkland, wajrs auto salesparkland, wa 98444ph: 2535315771web: n/aoptions:description:90 day powertrain warranty. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? Today. Thereafter, NMA assembled Hillman, Humber, and Sunbeam, alongside Peugeot and Rambler. [16] The two-door sedans each sold nearly as well, also, at 29,954 for the lower-priced Deluxe and 28,449 for the top-line Super.[18]. "[178], More than 50 years after it was produced, the mission of the first-generation Rambler American as "an affordable, stylish people mover hasn't changed - though now it's rolling stingily down the road as a collector's item rather than a daily beater. 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. [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. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. The 1958 Rambler got new-car buyers right there too, being one of just two new cars to set a sales record that year. Neat looking body style. car. 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. [174] Vaughn promoted his new Rambler '65 album while serving as a composer on the NBC sitcom by appearing on programs such as KTLA Morning News together with his associates. [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. Pinterest. [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. [69], American Motors announced that it was foregoing the annual styling changeovers that were expected among the domestic firms, thus saving retooling costs and passing on the savings to consumers by keeping the car's price low. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. Between January 1968 and January 1969, Rambler production was moved to the Datsun assembly plant, Rosslyn Motor Assemblers. The rear differential was changed to a 3.54:1 gear ratio. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! 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 The new transmission was joined by a 3.73:1 rear differential gear ratio. [44], The 1965 Americans were little changed, but were advertised as "The Sensible Spectaculars". [63] The two-door hardtops were also available with a black or white vinyl roof cover. 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. The Rambler line grew to a larger size (108-inch (2,743mm) wheelbase) in 1956. Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. "[72] The promotion and lower prices were designed to rekindle the Rambler American as a practical and economical car in customers' minds. The second-generation Rambler American was achieved through a heavy restyling of the previous year's model under AMC's styling Vice President Edmund E. Anderson. An uncommon find. "[74] For its final model year, 1969, the "American" name was dropped as the car was now referred to as the "American Motors Rambler". Front floors are rusted out. Webor $425/mo. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. Fordomatic transmissi. American Motors focused its marketing on the economy of the new models, advertising that was previously only popular during the Great Depression. [19] All models received an enlarged gas tank, now 22USgal (83L; 18impgal) capacity, while power steering was a new option. Garner's shops prepared ten 1969 SC/Ramblers that were provided by AMC. [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. A total of 260 cars were brought in to Norway by production end. Dealership. 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. No drivetrain. "[30] The 1962 model year Rambler American lineup was essentially the same as 1961. All 1967 Americans were covered by AMC's comprehensive warranty designed to increase customer confidence in their vehicles with the tagline "quality built in, so the value stays in". [88] He did 1,215 in the "A" scheme and that would mean a total of 297 "B" scheme SC/Ramblers. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Sold with bill of sale only. Despite a saturation of international brands, American Motors Corporation established a presence, and the Rambler Classic and Rambler American were locally assembled by Luzon Machineries in Manila during the 1960s. VAM developed a performance model, the Rambler American Rally, that consisted of an optional package for the two-door sedan. 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. For example, the five-day event in 1959 covered 1,898 miles (3,055km). The old model's 100-inch (2,540mm) wheelbase fit between its bigger family-sized 108-inch (2,743mm) wheelbase Ramblers and the small import. WebBid for the chance to own a 1960 Rambler American Super Station Wagon at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Not running but looks complete under the hood. Has hubcaps. 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. The Rambler American's wheelbase grew by six inches or 152mm (to 106in or 2692mm) and the interiors were made more spacious. 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 system was priced at $59.50, but offered stick-shift economy, performance, and driver control without a clutch pedal by using engine oil pressure and intake manifold vacuum to engage and disengage the clutch when shifting gears. The hood scoop air flapper was vacuum operated, allowing higher pressure cool air to pressurize a Carter AFB carburetor. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. 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. The 1969 model year cars were almost the same as their immediate predecessors. [58] The engine continued to be assembled through 1991 for the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, long after AMC was sold to Chrysler in 1987. In addition to Rambler parts, the stock of spares also covered Hudson, Nash, and Austin Metropolitan parts. 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. Minimal baffling gave a deep throaty sound, similar to modern Flowmasters. American Libraries; Canadian Libraries; Universal Library; Project Gutenberg; Children's Library; Biodiversity Heritage Library; Books by Language; 1957 advertisement for the Rambler Ambassador 1958 Station Wagon Rebel Addeddate 2023-02-19 18:17:12 Identifier 1957-rambler-ambassador-1958-station-wagon-rebel-ad Scanner [9] The car's seemingly narrow 55-inch (1,397mm) track was not much different from the industry standard, but rather an illusion fostered by the bulbous bodywork. 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