[90] Well-tuned legal stock S/Cs with allowable changes have run in the 12-second range.[91]. [31] The E-stick was also available in conjunction with an overdrive unit. [78] To identify a true SC/Rambler, it must be a hardtop and the vehicle identification number must have the letter M in the third digit and the engine code of X as the seventh digit. [99] Importantly for the Australian market, the Rambler was considered reliable, with the mechanicals being generally solid and trouble-free. 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. [55], A completely new 290cuin (4.8L) "Typhoon" V8 engine was developed by AMC; it was introduced in the special mid-1966 Rogue model. Mexico hosted a grueling mostly off-road race, the Baja 500. [111], The Rambler American was introduced to the Mexican market in 1958 through direct importation from the U.S. Because the only race Rambler cares about is the human race. 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. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. [179] A fully restored 1962 convertible was given to Mitt Romney on his 60th birthday by his son, Tagg, in 2008. Named the Rambler American Hardtop, it was the Mexican equivalent to the Rambler American 440H model marketed in the US and Canada. [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. Pinterest. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. Two cars were further modified with four-wheel drive. It is by far the most rattle-and-squeak-free 1958 Detroit product I've driven-and I've driven them all! Explore. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. Webor $425/mo. [89] With a few simple bolt-on modifications, they would run low 12s. The only transmission available was still the three-speed manual with a steering column-mounted shifter on all body styles. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version [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. [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. The Torino was received by journalists and the public as the Argentinean car. Advertisements by AMC's new agency, Wells, Rich, and Greene, headed by Mary Wells Lawrence violated the accepted rule of not attacking the competition.[73]. 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. [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. [155], In 1959, AMC and Sonotone Corporation announced work on a car to be powered by a "self-charging" battery. 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. 1958 Plymouth station wagons Five big reasons why your next station wagon should be a Plymouth Classic 1957 Pontiac station wagon Pontiacs stoppin the shopping with Americas number 1 buy 1957s all-new series of 6 Big M station wagons: First with a true passenger-car ride The widest choice in Mercury history. It featured a power-operated folding top with roll-down door glass, rather than the fixed side-window frames of the original design. 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. Fordomatic transmissi. No drivetrain. Options included seat belts, power steering, power brakes, and a heater. 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. Neat unusual car. [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. 1960 AMC Rambler. Only the rear glass was changed to conform to the new roofline. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. The new four-door rode on the same 100in (2,540mm) wheelbase as the other models and was meant to battle the newly introduced compacts from the Big Three, the Ford Falcon, Chevrolet Corvair, and Plymouth Valiant. [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. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! The domestic-made engines were introduced in 1965 model year VAM cars. [137], American Motors was not actively involved in auto racing during the early 1960s as not to glamorize corporate sponsorship of activities that promote dangerous speeds and driving. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. Pinterest. They were powered by a 90hp (67kW; 91PS) L-head 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 with 8.0:1 compression ratio and single-barrel carburetor coupled to a three-speed manual transmission with column shift. 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. Other standards included a luxury steering wheel, individually adjustable and reclining front seats, high-trim upholstery, a center console with a locking compartment, custom wheel covers, a full bright molding package (including 440H emblems), and an under-dash tissue holder. The Mexican Rambler American for 1966 received similar design changes as its U.S. counterparts that included the more squared external lines, squared headlight bezels, and redesigned taillights. 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". Out of the total production of 69,912 Rambler Americans for the 1967 model year, 921 were Rogue convertibles.[55]. The front seats reclined, and the new safety-mandated head restraints were upholstered in red, white, and blue stripes. "[21], In the 1964 run, a six-cylinder Rambler American 440 sedan averaged 27.8336 miles per US gallon (8.4507L/100km; 33.4268mpgimp), once again the best of all the cars that year.[133][134]. Neat unusual car. [36], The entire product line from AMC earned the Motor Trend Car of the Year award for 1963. A special top-of-the-line model called the 440-H was equipped with sports-type features, including individually adjustable reclining front bucket seats and a center console, as well as a more powerful 138hp (103kW; 140PS) version of Rambler's stalwart 195.6cuin (3.2L) inline-six engine. The original taillights were turned upside down, saving money on retooling. [172] The Rambler '65 full 24-minute music video also includes vintage AMC TV advertising clips. [88] He did 1,215 in the "A" scheme and that would mean a total of 297 "B" scheme SC/Ramblers. Sold with bill of sale only. 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 hardtop model was dropped and the line was restricted to the 199cuin (3.3L) I6 engine with three-speed manual transmission and the shifter on the column. The 390 engine was mated to a four-speed manual BorgWarner T-10 with close gear ratios. [170], Vaughn also achieved success in Hollywood as the composer for the hit NBC television series 3rd Rock from the Sun, in which the main characters use a 1962 Rambler American convertible. 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. [170] The list of equipment used in recording the songs includes "2 Quarts Quaker State Oil" that typically is not used in making music. [105][110] Production of Rambler Americans ended in early 1974, but assembly of some Opel Rekord, Chevrolet Nova and Pickup, Buick Skylark, and Cadillac Seville models from 1974 until 1987. [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.) For 1968, the line was further simplified from nine to five models,[71] with the two-door coupe and four-door sedan comprising the base line (with the 220 designation no longer used), four-door sedan and station wagon being offered in up-level 440 guise, and a lone hardtop coupe making up the top-line Rogue trim line. 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. [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. 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NO TITLE. A fifth body style, a two-door hardtop, was introduced. [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. [10] The only engine was a 195.6cuin (3.2L) flathead six producing 90hp (67kW; 91PS). Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. [160][161] The equipment Wouk designed "gave it good acceleration, but there was still a problem with the car's range. The Torino handled the roads of the interior of the country very well, while its engine acquired fame for being robust and reliable. The same engine was later available in a larger 258cuin (4.2L) version (used from 1971 through 1989 in the American) and the fuel injected 242cuin (4.0L) versions that debuted in 1987, known as the Jeep 4.0, which Chrysler would continue their production after its purchase of AMC in 1987, all the way through 2006. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. 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. [16] The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version included a standard cargo-area mat and roof rack. Sold with bill of sale only. [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. In part to commemorate the impending discontinuation of the Rambler name, American Motors added the Rogue-based SC/Rambler to the line (detailed separately). A fully synchronized 150-T model three-speed manual transmission was now standard equipment, meaning the end of non-synchromesh units in VAM cars. [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. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. [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. 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