[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]. 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". In total, 3,664 sedans, 736 wagons, and 288 hardtops were produced. The compact Rambler American was most often the lowest priced car built in the U.S. 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.' 1 condition example can still be had for mid-five figures. Garner's shops prepared ten 1969 SC/Ramblers that were provided by AMC. "[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. And it has a matching interior. 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. [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. [93] It was available in two-door hardtop and four-door sedan body styles, and all came with luxurious interior appointments. Seven of the Ramblers finished the grueling race, taking three of the top five places in the passenger-car class. 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. Has hubcaps. Also differences and overlaps existed in the Australian production and equipment compared to U.S. model years. [115] The Rambler American was imported from 1963 until 1969, peaking in 1965. The transmission was still the three-speed manual with a column-mounted shifter with a floor-mounted gearshift as a dealership option. Webor $425/mo. Look no further than a Rambler American. "[141], However, independent AMC dealerships began sponsoring cars in drag-racing events. [190] According to Old Cars Weekly magazine, "a No. 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. Well take a look at this handsome, rare 1958 AMC Rambler . It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. 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. The Scrambler came in only two red, white, and blue color schemes, "A" or "B". The Rambler American can be classified into three distinct model year generations: 19581960, 19611963, and 1964 until 1969. The new transmission was joined by a 3.73:1 rear differential gear ratio. The car was actually a 1963-1964 Rambler Classic passenger compartment with 1964-1965 Rambler American front and rear sections. Out of the total production of 69,912 Rambler Americans for the 1967 model year, 921 were Rogue convertibles.[55]. [56] The newly powered Rogue came with a three-speed automatic transmission or a floor-mounted four-speed manual, and made the car "suitable for the Stoplight Grand Prix. A fifth body style, a two-door hardtop, was introduced. 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. Windsor, Colorado, "[34] Car Life magazine noted the level of workmanship on the Rambler Americans was "not only acceptable but actually admirable."[35]. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. [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. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. 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. From 1966 through 1982, Industrias Kaiser Argentina (IKA) produced in Argentina a hybrid of the second-generation Rambler American and Classic platforms. [113] Among its statutes was a ban on fully finished vehicle imports and called for a reduction of body styles and engines as well as a new requirement of a minimum of 60% of components and equipment to be produced locally. ", "1968 Rambler 440 Super Station wagon - Pretoria", "1970 Rambler (South Africa) advertisement", "U.S. WebCC-1595500. Two cars were further modified with four-wheel drive. [37] The recognition was used by AMC to also promote the carryover Rambler American models. In addition to the top-of-the-line 440 models, the lower trim 330 and 220 models were also available, and Rambler American sales soared to a record 160,000-plus. 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. 292 V8 engine. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. 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. An uncommon find. Setting new sales records, American Motors continued its "policy of making changes only when they truly benefited the customer. 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. [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. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. Additional safety equipment for the 1969 models included front shoulder belts and headrests for both front outboard seating positions and the front parking lights stayed on with the headlights. Total production for the 1969 model year was 96,029. [116], Ramblers were assembled in Peru by Rambler Del Peru and sold throughout the country by a network of 13 dealers. [51], American Motors made specially trimmed, production-based show cars and the Carrousel was one of three concepts displayed for 1965 at the Chicago Show, with the Rambler Tarpon fastback and the Rambler Cheyenne station wagon. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. Thereafter, NMA assembled Hillman, Humber, and Sunbeam, alongside Peugeot and Rambler. 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[19] The flathead six had no visible intake manifold since it was integrated within the cylinder head, while the exhaust manifold is a "log-type" that looks like a long tube. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. Rambler Americans were no longer available with an automatic transmission, being restricted to a three-speed manual from 1962. The genesis of the Rambler American began with the Nash Rambler, introduced in 1950. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version [167], In 1988, Ben Vaughn, a musician and a longtime Rambler automobile fan, released "El Rambler Dorado" on his Blows Your Mind album. No drivetrain. Full coil front springs, along with soft rear leaf units, gave the new American an unusually smooth ride, better than many larger domestic cars. [154] Their competition equipment included AMC's new 390cuin (6.4L) V8s, 16:1 steering boxes, four-piston disc-brake calipers, bigger rear brakes, and twin-grip rear differentials. 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 [106] The factory in Tehran was dedicated by the last Shah of Iran. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. Not running but looks complete under the hood. The engine was the Tornado Interceptor 250cuin (4.1L) overhead cam (OHC) six originally developed for the new 1963 Jeeps. [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.) The American was available in nine models, and was the only U.S. compact to be available in "all" body styles (two-door, four-door, sedan, wagon, pillar-less hardtop, and convertible). Windsor, Colorado, 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. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. While similar Rogue and American models had standard drum brakes, the SC package came with front discs, a heavier sway bar, and a strengthened drive train and body components. The new models also incorporated various parts and components (such as doors) that were interchangeable with AMC's larger cars. Neat unusual car. The paint codes SPEC, SPECIAL, 88A, and "OOA" can appear with either the A scheme or B scheme. [44] This strategy was copied 10 years later by Datsun. [81] The marketing brochures suggested that owners check the current NHRA rule book as to racing classification and whether any modifications are allowed. [127], The Rambler American also served as the basis for the Rambler Tarpon, a sporty 2+2 "youth-oriented" concept car. Teague selected the front-end design developed by Bob Nixon, who was later in charge of AMC's small-car studio. Economy claims for stock cars could be confirmed by these open and sanctioned trials. The Rambler American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. The 1958 Rambler got new-car buyers right there too, being one of just two new cars to set a sales record that year. Appear with either the a scheme or B scheme by Bob Nixon, who was in... 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