And it has a matching interior. The AIR team built AMC's 390cuin (6.4L) V8 engines to blueprint tolerances, thus increasing horsepower to 410hp (306kW; 416PS) at the flywheel. $1200. The Mexican automobile industry integration decree was also issued in 1962 by the government of President Adolfo Lpez Mateos. [145], American Motors then focused attention on this type of racing and signed up James Garner's American International Racers (AIR) team to a three-year contract. A Hurst shifter came with a large metal "T" handle. [94] The car was successful in Argentina. 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. [17], Rambler sales increased in 1959, and AMC struggled to keep up with demand, as production tripled to 91,491 Americans, with 32,639 (almost 36%) made up by the new wagon. 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. [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. Garner did not drive in the race because of a film commitment in Spain. Economy claims for stock cars could be confirmed by these open and sanctioned trials. [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). [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. [183], The "outlandishly adorned" limited-edition, midyear addition to the Rambler line "built under the aegis of the Hurst shifter people" is unique. Other dealership options included front disc brakes, a front sway bar, stiffer shock absorbers, and a Hurst-linked four-speed manual transmission. Same lady owner for 42 years. A blue arrow on the hood pointed towards the air intake. [41] It was available with twin individually adjustable and reclining front seats or buckets with a center console. Preston Honea achieved fame with the 1964 "Bill Kraft Rambler" American from Norwalk, California. 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. The front seats reclined, and the new safety-mandated head restraints were upholstered in red, white, and blue stripes. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. [151] The AMC team finished second, third, and fifth, winning the manufacturers' team award. 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. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. 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 UK vehicles were imported with right-hand drive from AMC's facility in Peel Village near Brampton, Canada. [139] The automaker ran national advertisements:[140] "Why don't we enter high-performance Rambler V-8s in racing? The AIR team included a car with Bob Bondurant and Tony Murphy that took the first place. Factory cast-iron manifolds exited to a true dual exhaust with Thrush (a Tenneco brand) two-chamber oval mufflers with Woodpecker logos. One of the 4WD came in fourth in its class. [147] The finished weight of the race cars was 3,140lb (1,424kg) "identical to original stock-form shipping weight - despite the mammoth 44-gallon fuel tank amidships, the steel-lined undersides and 10x15 Goodyear earthmover-like tires. The genesis of the Rambler American began with the Nash Rambler, introduced in 1950. [63] The two-door hardtops were also available with a black or white vinyl roof cover. [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. [14], A two-door station wagon was added to the line in 1959. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. [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. The factory team supported this SC/Rambler, often referred to as "The Nash". And it has a matching interior. [27] All outside sheet metal was changed, but the side window frames remained the same as previous models. Not running but looks complete under the hood. [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. Fun factory Pink color! 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 WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. 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. 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. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. It was inspired by VAM's successful 1965 racing season using Rambler American sedans and hardtops, as well as growing domestic market demand for muscle and performance cars. While not as plentiful as a '59 Chevy or Ford, they can be found. 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Lot #48,767. "[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. Pinterest. The Torino handled the roads of the interior of the country very well, while its engine acquired fame for being robust and reliable. [165] Built on the Rambler American chassis, the Javelin was introduced for the 1968 model year and "immediately established itself as a threat to the established pony car order. American Motors' financial condition meant it could not afford to develop an entirely new model. Front two-point seatbelts became standard for the first time. The compact Rambler American was most often the lowest priced car built in the U.S. Fordomatic transmissi. Neat looking body style. This led to the Hurst SC/Rambler, SC meaning "Super Car". Neat unusual car. [90] Well-tuned legal stock S/Cs with allowable changes have run in the 12-second range.[91]. [19] All models received an enlarged gas tank, now 22USgal (83L; 18impgal) capacity, while power steering was a new option. Dealership. 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. This was backed up by a marketing campaign stating, "Either we're charging too little for our cars or everyone else is charging too much. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. Watch. [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. Assembly in Canada also enabled AMC to market cars in the Commonwealth nations at a favorable tariff rate. IN." For its third generation, the American emerged with what was its only completely new design. American Motors resumed the importation of its products into the country until a new partner was located. [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. [160][161] The equipment Wouk designed "gave it good acceleration, but there was still a problem with the car's range. Sold with bill of sale only. Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. Dealership. The regulations called for two-point seat belts on all automobiles produced after 1 March 1967. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. The cars had 44USgal (167L; 37impgal) fuel tanks. [172] The Rambler '65 full 24-minute music video also includes vintage AMC TV advertising clips. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. NO TITLE. 1 condition example can still be had for mid-five figures. [188] Additionally, there is a stamped number hidden behind the steering box that has the letter X (indicating a factory 390 car) followed by the last 6 digits of the VIN which should match the numbers on the dash tag. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. Look no further than a Rambler American. Rambler Americans were no longer available with an automatic transmission, being restricted to a three-speed manual from 1962. [16] The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version included a standard cargo-area mat and roof rack. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. After an optional second-generation AMC V8 engine was added in late 1966, the cars also became known as a powerful compact "muscle" models that included the 390cuin (6.4L) version built in conjunction with Hurst Performance, the 1969 SC/Rambler. Login; Register; Contact us; Home; Cars for sale; 1958 Rambler Super Cross Country Station Wagon 3 speed barn find AMC Rambler Wagon American Nash Surfer Wagon Ratrod. The 1960 Rambler American produced under Willys Mexicana was available in two-door sedan, four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. Sold with bill of sale only. Tacoma, WA 6 years at A muscle devotee looking for a fun machine with lots of investment potential can't miss with an SC/Rambler."[89]. 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. These schemes appeared randomly through early production. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. Tires were E-70-14 fiberglass-belted, four-ply tires with red-stripe Goodyear Polyglas tires. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. At first standard with the L-head 90hp (67kW; 91PS) 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 as in the previous four years, it was replaced by the one-barrel 127hp (95kW; 129PS) OHV version as the standard engine early in the year. The new styling was the work of designer Dick Teague, who later designed the 1968 Javelin and AMX. 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