[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. An uncommon find. Well take a look at this handsome, rare 1958 AMC Rambler . The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Neat looking body style. "[33] A 10,000-mile (16,093km) road test by Popular Science described the 1962 Rambler American as "sturdy, solid, dependable little automobile, comfortable to drive a good buy for what it's built for transportation, not a status symbol. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. Tom McCahill wrote in Mechanix Illustrated, "There isn't a better buy in the world today." "[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. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. The cars were modified for the punishing Baja 500 race. [54] For example, Road Test magazine reported 14.4 at 100.44mph and reached 109 miles per hour (175km/h) without topping out. Full coil front springs, along with soft rear leaf units, gave the new American an unusually smooth ride, better than many larger domestic cars. Fordomatic transmissi. 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. [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. The front of the car was extended three inches (76mm), which allowed the optional air conditioning to be installed with the new 199 and 232 in-line six-cylinder engines, which were longer than the previous 195.6 versions. Model designations changed with the Custom trim becoming a 400. AMC President George Mason believed in small cars and introduced the Austin-built, Nash-designed Metropolitan in 1954. [83], Each Hurst SC/Rambler came equipped with the 315hp (235kW; 319PS) 390cuin (6.4L) AMC V8 engine from the AMX that translated into 10.03 pounds per horsepower. Pinterest. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! All window glass was removed and roll cages were installed. [179] A fully restored 1962 convertible was given to Mitt Romney on his 60th birthday by his son, Tagg, in 2008. "[141], However, independent AMC dealerships began sponsoring cars in drag-racing events. 1 condition example can still be had for mid-five figures. [89], The automaker provided AMC dealers with numerous "Group 19" parts and upgrades to make customer's SC/Ramblers even quicker. [104] Aria means "Aryan", and Shahin "Falcon". Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. 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[149] For one of the winning Rambler drivers, this was his first race and the experience launched the career of Walker Evans. Neat unusual car. [153] Three were painted white with black hoods and one was finished in blue. Tacoma, WA 6 years at 1960 AMC Rambler. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. Between January 1968 and January 1969, Rambler production was moved to the Datsun assembly plant, Rosslyn Motor Assemblers. [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. The cars had 44USgal (167L; 37impgal) fuel tanks. The Rambler American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. Economy claims for stock cars could be confirmed by these open and sanctioned trials. American Motors contracted Paul Hatton to paint the cars. Along with the Rambler Classic, the Rambler American was popular as a taxi cab. [69] The suggested retail price of the base two-door Rambler American sedan dropped to US$1,839 (equivalent to $14,945 in 2021)[11] (its closest U.S. competitor was the $2,117 Plymouth Valiant), making the larger and more powerful American only $200 more than the Volkswagen Beetle. Tacoma, WA 6 years at Same lady owner for 42 years. [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. Ramblers were well made and today enjoy a healthy parts aftermarket. [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. WebCC-1595500. Total production for the 1969 model year was 96,029. The new transmission was joined by a 3.73:1 rear differential gear ratio. [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. 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. 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. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. [106] The factory in Tehran was dedicated by the last Shah of Iran. Look no further than a Rambler American. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. $1200. 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.' 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. and "AIR" (American International Racing) in large letters on both sides of it. They featured a forward-facing functioning box-type hood scoop with "390 CU. The Rambler maintained a highly positive image among Mexican buyers. The new president of AMC, George W. Romney, also wanted to build momentum in challenging the domestic Big Three automakers by adding a third car line. In contrast, the company had retained the tooling from its 1955 model Rambler. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. [10] The only engine was a 195.6cuin (3.2L) flathead six producing 90hp (67kW; 91PS). 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. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. One of the 4WD came in fourth in its class. A feature was the standard 138hp (103kW; 140PS) 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 with two-barrel carburetor and OHV configuration. [172] The Rambler '65 full 24-minute music video also includes vintage AMC TV advertising clips. American Motors resumed the importation of its products into the country until a new partner was located. [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]. That's what we're driving today and that's got to change. Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. [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. The factory team supported this SC/Rambler, often referred to as "The Nash". The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. "[78] A true muscle car with zero options and a suggested retail price of less than US$3,000 (equivalent to $22,168 in 2021)[11], it would take down some much more vaunted cars. Also differences and overlaps existed in the Australian production and equipment compared to U.S. model years. The paint codes SPEC, SPECIAL, 88A, and "OOA" can appear with either the A scheme or B scheme. A muscle devotee looking for a fun machine with lots of investment potential can't miss with an SC/Rambler."[89]. Webor $425/mo. The Scrambler came in only two red, white, and blue color schemes, "A" or "B". Fordomatic transmissi. 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. compacts". Pinterest. [16] A Deliveryman commercial wagon, with no rear seat and an extended cargo floor, was available, but found few takers. [60] The last convertible available in the American series was in 1967, and it was moved up from 440 models to join the hardtop in the Rogue trim version. 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. [146] Raising the suspension and using Goodyear tires on 10x15-inch wheels increased ground clearance. Windsor, Colorado, Sales of the Rambler American increased and the showroom traffic boosted morale among AMC's independent dealerships. [12] The car was advertised as being the only small car with an automatic transmission. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. 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. [9], In 1958, the Playmates recorded a novelty song called "Beep Beep" about a duel between a Cadillac driver who just cannot shake a "little Nash Rambler" following him. [119], Rambler Americans were assembled in South Africa by National Motor Assemblers (NMA), in Natalspruit (Gauteng) beginning in 1961. [169] Released in 1997 by Rhino Records and titled Rambler '65, Vaughn turned his car into a makeshift studio. [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. 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. An uncommon find. Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. [190] According to Old Cars Weekly magazine, "a No. To cement this image, a Rambler American was again the overall winner in the Mobil Economy Run. This led to the Hurst SC/Rambler, SC meaning "Super Car". Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! Thereafter, NMA assembled Hillman, Humber, and Sunbeam, alongside Peugeot and Rambler. [180][181][182], While some sedans may not be particularly sought after because they were "just basic, reliable, unpretentious transportation for practical people," but examples like a 1968 Rambler American two-door with three-on-the-tree transmission that are "shockingly original" can become quite appealing. The American was introduced as the North American economy was in a recession and buyers were looking for smaller and more economical cars, and the Rambler brand was known as a fuel miser. With the larger Rambler Six wagons offered only as four-door models, AMC's management thought little sales cannibalization from the American would occur. Unlike in the U.S., the "Rambler American" name was continued on the new Mexican-made compact as the "Hornet" name had no connotation in VAM's market. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. Webor $425/mo. 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