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 built a new assembly plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, for the production of Rambler Americans, as well as the larger Rambler Classics.[29]. Windsor, Colorado, This model is commonly referred to as a "Scrambler", although Jeeps later used the Scrambler name. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. Look no further than a Rambler American. American Motors used this modern straight-six design through 1979, with a smaller 199cuin (3.3L) version used 19661970. 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. Between January 1968 and January 1969, Rambler production was moved to the Datsun assembly plant, Rosslyn Motor Assemblers. 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. The Rambler American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. One of the 4WD came in fourth in its class. An uncommon find. The front seats reclined, and the new safety-mandated head restraints were upholstered in red, white, and blue stripes. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. [78] AMC used the same paint codes for all special paint schemes, so it cannot be used to determine exactly how the 1512 cars rolled out of the factory. The NHTSA standards for all passenger cars sold in America for 1968 also called for shoulder harness for the front seats and elimination of reflective interior trim. [94] The car was successful in Argentina. K&C also imported the Rambler Ambassador, Classic, and Rebel. On the exterior, the center horizontal chrome grille bar was deleted. Sold with bill of sale only. The Rambler American line was discontinued in 1969 to make way for the all-new AMC Hornet models. [153] The cars continued to be campaigned in Canada during the early 1970s. [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]. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? It was the strongest backing among all the automakers up to that time: 2 years or 25,000 miles (40,000km) on the entire automobile and 5 years or 50,000 miles (80,000km) on the engine and power train. [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. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. [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. "[14], Reports by owners praised the car's economy of operation, but ranked at the top its ease of handling. 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. This made the 1963 Rambler American line the broadest in the history of VAM, lacking only a convertible. 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. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. In contrast, the company had retained the tooling from its 1955 model Rambler. The overall effect was a more formal-looking car. Neat unusual car. 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. "[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. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. [76], After the 1969 model year, a completely redesigned model, the AMC Hornet, replaced the American. Webor $425/mo. At each end of the strip were the newly safety-mandated body side reflectors, amber for the front fenders, and red for the rear. [100], AMI distributed Ramblers from Melbourne for the state of Victoria. [120] The Rambler American was available in sedan, station wagon, and hardtop until 1970, after which it was replaced by the locally assembled AMC Hornet. Watch. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. Garner did not drive in the race because of a film commitment in Spain. [58] The engine continued to be assembled through 1991 for the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, long after AMC was sold to Chrysler in 1987. [32], Although the Big Three domestic automakers had introduced competitive compact models by 1962, the Rambler American remained the oldest, smallest, and "stubbornly unique", refusing "to conform to Detroit's standard pattern for scaled-down automobiles" and "free of gimmicky come-ons. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) For example, the five-day event in 1959 covered 1,898 miles (3,055km). Champions Pty Ltd in Adelaide distributed vehicles for South Australia. [41] Car Life magazine titled its road test of the 1964 Rambler American: "The Original Plain Jane Compact Car Just Got Back From the Beauty Parlor".[42]. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. The top-of-the-line model, available only as a two-door hardtop, had its name changed from 440-H to Rogue. The song uses an accelerating (accelerando) tempo and ends with the Rambler passing the Cadillac "in second gear!" [52], As the automobile marketplace in the U.S. was moving away from economy towards performance and luxury vehicles, American Motors began removing the historic Rambler name from its larger models. 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. [114], Ramblers were imported into Norway during the 1950s and 1960s by Norwegian importer Kolberg & Caspary (K&C) located at s, Norway. 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 [88] He did 1,215 in the "A" scheme and that would mean a total of 297 "B" scheme SC/Ramblers. [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. 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. The AIR team built AMC's 390cuin (6.4L) V8 engines to blueprint tolerances, thus increasing horsepower to 410hp (306kW; 416PS) at the flywheel. 1 condition example can still be had for mid-five figures. It was popular for its economy in ownership, as was proven by numerous Mobilgas Economy Run championships. Mexico hosted a grueling mostly off-road race, the Baja 500. It was manufactured in Australia, Iran, Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. That's what we're driving today and that's got to change. A total of 320 top-of-line models were produced. [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. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. [105] The cars were available with factory air conditioning, a unique feature for the Iranian market during that time. 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. Rogues also received grille trim that wrapped around the fender sides. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. The rear end was an AMC 3.54:1 "Twin-Grip" limited slip differential using Dana internals, with outer wheel hubs attached through a spline and keyway system.[85]. The Rambler maintained a highly positive image among Mexican buyers. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. [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. [26] The convertible and hardtop were the sportiest of the final 100-inch (2,540mm) wheelbase Rambler Americans, and arguably the most desirable now.[28]. The 1968 model changes were in the form of the 232cuin (3.8L) engine as standard equipment in the station wagon, while becoming optional equipment in both of the sedan models. At the mid-year it was also replaced by the new 199cuin (3.3L) version that became available at midyear. A fully synchronized 150-T model three-speed manual transmission was now standard equipment, meaning the end of non-synchromesh units in VAM cars. [78] Other body modifications differentiating Hurst SC Ramblers from regular hardtop Ramblers included rolled-back front and rear wheel openings to allow for larger tires. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. NO TITLE. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. And it has a matching interior. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. 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 [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. 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. All Rambler Americans received a new grille insert with prominent chromed horizontal bars. 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. 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. The reason for this was that the 232 engine series was already being produced in Mexico, while both versions of the 195.6 engine were imported from the U.S. To achieve consolidation and standardized production, the 195.6 engine was dropped and both the Rambler Classic and Rambler American lines came with the 232 engines until the 199 was available for the latter. The rear end used fore-and-aft staggered rear shock absorbers to eliminate wheel hop (axle wrap) under extreme acceleration conditions with leaf spring suspensions. Minimal baffling gave a deep throaty sound, similar to modern Flowmasters. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. Not running but looks complete under the hood. 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. The engine was the Tornado Interceptor 250cuin (4.1L) overhead cam (OHC) six originally developed for the new 1963 Jeeps. Along with the Rambler Classic, the Rambler American was popular as a taxi cab. [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. Watch. "[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. AMC President George Mason believed in small cars and introduced the Austin-built, Nash-designed Metropolitan in 1954. Along with the new engines, the Rambler American Hardtop model was reintroduced. Not running but looks complete under the hood. Rambler assembly at NMA ceased in 1967 after Chrysler in the U.S. acquired Rootes Group. Never. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. Further proof of the American's exceptional fuel economy came when an overdrive-equipped car driven coast to coast under NASCAR's watchful eyes averaged 38.9 miles per US gallon (6.05L/100km; 46.7mpgimp). Tom McCahill wrote in Mechanix Illustrated, "There isn't a better buy in the world today." [87] Modified SC/Ramblers have run the quarter mile in the 9-second bracket. Model designations changed with the Custom trim becoming a 400. Parts and spares were supplied locally out of the Chiswick service center located on Great West Road for the whole of the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Middle East. [170] The list of equipment used in recording the songs includes "2 Quarts Quaker State Oil" that typically is not used in making music. [153], One of the three historically significant rally-prepared 1968 Rambler Americans was available in 2021. Today. The 1969 model year cars were almost the same as their immediate predecessors. Pinterest. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. [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. After the departure of Roy Abernethy, AMC eagerly embraced automobile competition and its effect on car sales. 1958 Rambler Owners Manual 1958 AMC Rambler Owners Manual In total, 3,664 sedans, 736 wagons, and 288 hardtops were produced. WebCC-1595500. 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 cars came standard with the two-barrel 155hp (116kW; 157PS) version of the 232 engine coupled to a Borg-Warner "Flash-o-Matic" three-speed automatic transmission with floor shift, which was last available in regular production models in 1961. The American sedan was marketed as the "Rambler Rogue" and the station wagon was marketed as the "Rambler 440 Super Stationwagon".[121][122]. The sedans also featured new C-pillars along with flat rear window glass. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. The new styling was the work of designer Dick Teague, who later designed the 1968 Javelin and AMX. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. The Rambler American was also shipped in CKD from the USA and assembled at the Haren factory in Belgium to be sold as the Renault Rambler in France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Austria starting with the 1962 model. [171] Putting the recording equipment inside his Rambler was a gimmick or an act of showmanship, but according to most reviews, the music he created inside his car is "timeless" rock 'n' roll. [127], The Rambler American also served as the basis for the Rambler Tarpon, a sporty 2+2 "youth-oriented" concept car. Sales of the Rambler American increased and the showroom traffic boosted morale among AMC's independent dealerships. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) Teague selected the front-end design developed by Bob Nixon, who was later in charge of AMC's small-car studio. [104] Aria means "Aryan", and Shahin "Falcon". Tacoma, WA 6 years at [111], The Rambler American was introduced to the Mexican market in 1958 through direct importation from the U.S. 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. "[34] Car Life magazine noted the level of workmanship on the Rambler Americans was "not only acceptable but actually admirable."[35]. For 1961 the American line added a four-door station wagon and a two-door convertible for the first time since 1954. Garner's shops prepared ten 1969 SC/Ramblers that were provided by AMC. "[72] The promotion and lower prices were designed to rekindle the Rambler American as a practical and economical car in customers' minds. The Torino was received by journalists and the public as the Argentinean car. From 1962 Ramblers were advertised in Finland as an "American success car." The 1960 Rambler American produced under Willys Mexicana was available in two-door sedan, four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. Tacoma, WA 6 years at It is by far the most rattle-and-squeak-free 1958 Detroit product I've driven-and I've driven them all! 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 The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. 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. Not running but looks complete under the hood. The new transmission was joined by a 3.73:1 rear differential gear ratio. [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). [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]. [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 transmission was still the three-speed manual with a column-mounted shifter with a floor-mounted gearshift as a dealership option. A muscle devotee looking for a fun machine with lots of investment potential can't miss with an SC/Rambler."[89]. [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. 1960 AMC Rambler. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) Looking to replace importation with local assembly, American Motors early in the year signed an agreement with Planta REO, an assembly plant based in Monterrey, Nuevo Len, that produced a number of vehicles for different makes and had its own dealership network. [64] The previous rectangular taillight lenses were replaced with concave versions sculptured into the rear panel. An optional console-shifted "Twin-Stick" manual overdrive transmission was introduced. 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. "[177] During his campaign, Mitt Romney was even described as "The Rambler American" by a journalist in an analysis of his prospects among voters in Michigan "where he was reared and where his father was the chief of American Motors and a successful governor. [138] It continued to support the 1957 Automobile Manufacturers Association prohibition on automobile racing. Front floors are rusted out. Windsor, Colorado, 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. Betterview Pty Ltd in Canberra distributed vehicles for Australian Capital Territory. Today. [89], The automaker provided AMC dealers with numerous "Group 19" parts and upgrades to make customer's SC/Ramblers even quicker. [44] This strategy was copied 10 years later by Datsun. 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. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? Out of the total production of 69,912 Rambler Americans for the 1967 model year, 921 were Rogue convertibles.[55]. From 1966 through 1982, Industrias Kaiser Argentina (IKA) produced in Argentina a hybrid of the second-generation Rambler American and Classic platforms. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. He also stated that his father (George W. Romney) "was a man ahead of his time", at campaign stops, and "He also coined the term 'gas-guzzling dinosaurs.' ", "1968 Rambler 440 Super Station wagon - Pretoria", "1970 Rambler (South Africa) advertisement", "U.S. Explore. Never. And it has a matching interior. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. Fun factory Pink color! The first proposals were to modify AMC's captive import by extending the Metropolitan with a station wagon-type roof design to make room for four passengers. Lot #48,767. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) Fordomatic transmissi. For 1961, the Rambler American for Mexico was available as the new second generation of the line, growing from three to four body styles with the introduction of the four-door station wagon. Fordomatic transmissi. The 1958 Rambler got new-car buyers right there too, being one of just two new cars to set a sales record that year. Lot #48,767. 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