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An optional console-shifted "Twin-Stick" manual overdrive transmission was introduced. [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. Setting new sales records, American Motors continued its "policy of making changes only when they truly benefited the customer. Front floors are rusted out. Other requirements for all cars manufactured after 1 January 1968, included exhaust control systems to help reduce unburned hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions. The genesis of the Rambler American began with the Nash Rambler, introduced in 1950. [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. 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. Fordomatic transmissi. The SC/Rambler included a standard 90-degree-arc dial Sun tachometer. [28] Passenger room increased from five to six.[17]. Led by the top-line 440-series convertible, they were arguably the 1964's most attractive Detroit compacts. "[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. [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). WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) The Torino was received by journalists and the public as the Argentinean car. Some of the other unique standard items on this model included racing mirrors, antihop rear axle links, and blue painted "Magnum 500" 14x6-inch styled steel wheels with chrome beauty rings and AMC hub centers. [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. Well take a look at this handsome, rare 1958 AMC Rambler . It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. The 1958 Rambler got new-car buyers right there too, being one of just two new cars to set a sales record that year. Pinterest. [105] The cars were available with factory air conditioning, a unique feature for the Iranian market during that time. [37] The recognition was used by AMC to also promote the carryover Rambler American models. The Twin-Stick has a kick-down button on top of the main shift knob to facilitate the five-speed shifting process. "[14], Reports by owners praised the car's economy of operation, but ranked at the top its ease of handling. The SC/Ramblers came with wild factory paint jobs. The Rambler American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. 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. The American went on sale late January 1958, with a minimum of marketing and promotion. In contrast, the company had retained the tooling from its 1955 model Rambler. 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. [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.) 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. Preston Honea achieved fame with the 1964 "Bill Kraft Rambler" American from Norwalk, California. [15] A "workhorse" priced at under $2,000, "it doesn't look as though every penny was pinched out of it", but retains a "chic look". Same lady owner for 42 years. 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 A special youth-oriented concept car, the 1964 Rambler Tarpon, was built on an Rambler American platform that foretold the fastback design of the 1965 Rambler Marlin, as well as future trends in sporty-type pony cars, including the 1968 AMC Javelin. [48], The year also had the introduction of an entirely new 232cuin (3.8L) overhead-valve straight-six engine. IN." 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). [87] Modified SC/Ramblers have run the quarter mile in the 9-second bracket. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. Seven of the Ramblers finished the grueling race, taking three of the top five places in the passenger-car class. 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. The car was called IKA Torino, later Renault Torino, and featured AMC's automobile platform with a facelifted front and rear design and instrument panel by Pininfarina to create a new car. However, with its 8200-rpm redline, the Rambler ran 112mph (180km/h) at the Fontana dragstrip.[143]. In total, 3,664 sedans, 736 wagons, and 288 hardtops were produced. For 1964, the third-generation Rambler American debuted in Mexico and was available in two-door and four-door sedans as well as a four-door station wagon. compacts". 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. In 1969, Rambler production was moved to the former GM plant, Motor Assemblies Limited in Durban, which had come under the control of Toyota South Africa in 1964. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) The front suspension sills extended all the way under the floor to meet the rear suspension sills, a feature that made the Torino much stiffer than its U.S.-produced cousins (The Rambler Marlin also used these long sills, but other models did not). Fun factory Pink color! Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. Dealership. [64] The previous rectangular taillight lenses were replaced with concave versions sculptured into the rear panel. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. [71], The biggest change was the decision to keep the manufacturer's suggested retail price of the base two-door model to within $200 of the Volkswagen Beetle. [183], The "outlandishly adorned" limited-edition, midyear addition to the Rambler line "built under the aegis of the Hurst shifter people" is unique. The regulations called for two-point seat belts on all automobiles produced after 1 March 1967. Rogues also received grille trim that wrapped around the fender sides. [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. And it has a matching interior. The exhaust exited through chrome tips attached with hose clamps. 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. 292 V8 engine. In essence, the new body was a shorter, narrower version of the previous year's new Rambler Classic. This led to the Hurst SC/Rambler, SC meaning "Super Car". The American and Classic models retained their economy-car marketing image, and their traditional nameplate. AMC President George Mason believed in small cars and introduced the Austin-built, Nash-designed Metropolitan in 1954. Because the only race Rambler cares about is the human race. Not running but looks complete under the hood. NO TITLE. 292 V8 engine. [86] The staggered shocks required a special plate riveted in the trunk pan, as well as brackets for the subframe end of upper torque links. "[72] The promotion and lower prices were designed to rekindle the Rambler American as a practical and economical car in customers' minds. [55] The last U.S.-made Rambler was assembled in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on 30 June, making the production total of 4,204,925 units. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. Same lady owner for 42 years. A fifth body style, a two-door hardtop, was introduced. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. All window glass was removed and roll cages were installed. [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]. Fordomatic transmissi. And it has a matching interior. [10] The only engine was a 195.6cuin (3.2L) flathead six producing 90hp (67kW; 91PS). [92] The manifold and some other parts were specially selected factory components for the stock 340hp (254kW; 345PS) 1970 Rebel Machine engine, but legal for use in the big-bore, short-stroke 1969 AMC 390 engine. [152], The cars were built in AMC's Brampton Assembly in Canada. Dealership. No drivetrain. A blue arrow on the hood pointed towards the air intake. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. "[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. Rambler's emphasis on economy over performance can be observed through the example of automatic transmission use in a Rambler American where the 1959 owner's handbook describes leaving the gear selector in the D-2 position (1.47:1 gear ratio) blocks access to low gear (2.40 ratio) when starting out from a stop; therefore, given the car's 3.31 axle, this yields an initial 4.86:1 final drive ratio reducing crankshaft revolutions for maximum fuel economy. The firewall and dashboard were new stampings that also changed the clutch and brake pedal mountings from under the floor to the firewall. Model designations changed with the Custom trim becoming a 400. Neat looking body style. 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. Iran Jeep (Sherkate Sahami) had been cooperating with General Motors for over 15 years and in June 1972 purchased enough shares to change the name to General Motors Iran. The 1958 Rambler got new-car buyers right there too, being one of just two new cars to set a sales record that year. The reintroduction of the old model leveraged Rambler's renown for fuel economy and wins in the Mobil Economy Runs, with the consumer's need for a smaller and more efficient alternative to the standard-sized cars that were marketed by the domestic Big Three at that time. 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). [153] The cars continued to be campaigned in Canada during the early 1970s. [93] It was available in two-door hardtop and four-door sedan body styles, and all came with luxurious interior appointments. "[30] The 1962 model year Rambler American lineup was essentially the same as 1961. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. 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. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. [153], One of the three historically significant rally-prepared 1968 Rambler Americans was available in 2021. 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. [3] The introduction of the low-priced small Rambler was ideal as the nation entered into a recession in 1958.[4]). VAM developed a performance model, the Rambler American Rally, that consisted of an optional package for the two-door sedan. [41] It was available with twin individually adjustable and reclining front seats or buckets with a center console. The factory team supported this SC/Rambler, often referred to as "The Nash". [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. An uncommon find. [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. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! The semiboat-tail-roofed fastback hardtop coupe was developed in 1963 from the tooling that was already set for the 1964 model year Rambler Americans. [156] It was to have sintered plate nickel-cadmium batteries. NO TITLE. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version Front floors are rusted out. 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. 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. 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. [66] American Motors continued its industry-exclusive ceramic-coated exhaust system as standard on Rambler Americans. [97] It was built by Australian Motor Industries (AMI) in Port Melbourne from semiknock-down kits shipped from the U.S.[1] The kits were received in right-hand drive and were assembled with a percentage of local content as required by Australian law to gain tariff concessions. For 1963, model designations were changed once again with the 400 now called 440. The car was actually a 1963-1964 Rambler Classic passenger compartment with 1964-1965 Rambler American front and rear sections. [149] For one of the winning Rambler drivers, this was his first race and the experience launched the career of Walker Evans. 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 new models also incorporated various parts and components (such as doors) that were interchangeable with AMC's larger cars. Lot #48,767. Factory options included a dash-mounted 8,000 rpm tachometer and the sport steering wheel used in the Javelin models. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? The line continued with minor cosmetic changes for the 1962 model year. The VAM Rambler American had the same design features as its AMC equivalent, including a partially redesigned grille design with four vertical lines and new tail lights with a flat internal side and a curved external one. [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]. 1960 AMC Rambler. Garner did not drive in the race because of a film commitment in Spain. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. The Hornet-based Rambler American model continued as a "fourth generation" until it was replaced with an updated and expanded new VAM American line for 1975. Webor $425/mo. Standard clutch was a 10.5-inch (267mm) with a three-finger, long-style Borg and Beck pressure plate. It was the last flathead engine to be used in a domestic U.S. During the entire length of its production, the car was sold under the Rambler brand and in 1969 became the last Rambler-named automobile marketed in the Canadian and United States markets.[2]. 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". Webor $425/mo. With costs to produce the Metropolitan rising, AMC decided to reintroduce a modified version of the 1955 Nash Rambler (the previous 100in (2,540mm) wheelbase model). ", "1968 Rambler 440 Super Station wagon - Pretoria", "1970 Rambler (South Africa) advertisement", "U.S. Neat unusual car. All Americans received a new chrome horizontal grille bar that extended outboard to the headlights, while the grille sections got an attractive "blackout" treatment. Shown before the introduction of Ford's compact Falcon-based Mustang, AMC's show car was "an instant success" with 60% of surveyed potential buyers stating they would buy one. [51] Other features included die-cast aluminum road wheels and AMC's console-mounted Twin-Stick manual transmission. The compact Rambler American was exported from the U.S. and Canada and produced in other markets by AMC subsidiaries or assembled under license. [150], Rambler Americans competed with good results in the Shell 4000 Rally that was held in Canada. WebCC-1595500. [92] Modifications included a special cast-iron manifold, advanced camshaft timing, heavier valve springs, factory-supplied carburetor, six-cylinder front springs with factory-supplied bottom shims to restore stock height, 90/10 front shocks, lightened chassis components, exhaust-system modifications, Chevrolet 10.5-inch diaphragm pressure plate, wide-ratio transmission gear set, 4.44 rear-axle ratio, and larger, softer, G70-15 rear tires on identical-design "Magnum 500" 15-inch Ford wheels painted AMC blue. Not running but looks complete under the hood. [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. It was popular for its economy in ownership, as was proven by numerous Mobilgas Economy Run championships. 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. Mexico hosted a grueling mostly off-road race, the Baja 500. [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. From the mid 1960s, Wihuri Group, a large multi-sector family business, took over import operations using it's shipping operation, Autola Oy. [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. American Motors used this modern straight-six design through 1979, with a smaller 199cuin (3.3L) version used 19661970. 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]. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. [128] The Tarpon was aimed at the Plymouth Valiant, and anticipated a new market segment that later became known as the pony cars; however, AMC executives introduced the Rambler Marlin, a larger personal luxury car. One of the 4WD came in fourth in its class. Sold with bill of sale only. Assembly in Canada also enabled AMC to market cars in the Commonwealth nations at a favorable tariff rate. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. [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. Fordomatic transmissi. [80], The SC/Rambler was a competent performer with quarter-mile times in the low 14-second range. [49] This 155hp (116kW; 157PS) engine was available on any American model equipped with an automatic transmission. [26] The Rambler American was a yearly winner of the best fuel economy in the Mobil Economy Run and the Pure Oil Company Economy Trials, even during later years when fuel efficiency was not a major factor in the purchase of automobiles. 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. [44] This strategy was copied 10 years later by Datsun. For example, the five-day event in 1959 covered 1,898 miles (3,055km). 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 package included a two-barrel 155hp (116kW; 157PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 engine, power drum brakes, fender-mounted "232 SIX" rectangular emblems, and individually adjustable reclining front seats with a center folding armrest. Rambler Americans were no longer available with an automatic transmission, being restricted to a three-speed manual from 1962. The Scrambler came in only two red, white, and blue color schemes, "A" or "B". [104] Aria means "Aryan", and Shahin "Falcon". The Rambler maintained a highly positive image among Mexican buyers. NMA had existed as a motor assembly plant since the 1920s, and assembled numerous automobile marques, including Hudson, throughout the years before it was sold to the Rootes Group in 1964. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. For the 1960 model year, the Rambler American line added a four-door sedan body style and a third trim level, a top-of-the-line Custom. The Rambler line grew to a larger size (108-inch (2,743mm) wheelbase) in 1956. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. $1200. 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. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. [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. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. Windsor, Colorado, Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. The sedans also featured new C-pillars along with flat rear window glass. [88] He did 1,215 in the "A" scheme and that would mean a total of 297 "B" scheme SC/Ramblers. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. 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. [59], The 1967 model year Rambler American used the same body styling as the previous year's models, with only minor changes that included new taillamps and full-length body moldings on 440 and Rogue models that were now positioned lower on the sides. [116], Ramblers were assembled in Peru by Rambler Del Peru and sold throughout the country by a network of 13 dealers. [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. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. "[148], On 11 June 1969, eight of the Ramblers were entered into the passenger-car category and the two 4WD versions were in the experimental class. 1960 AMC Rambler. 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.' It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. [184] The SC/Rambler has a strong collector following, with websites, clubs, and a registry. Premier Motors Pty Ltd in Perth distributed Ramblers for Western Australia, and Heathco Motors in Launceston distributed Rambler vehicles for Tasmania. The ca $21,500 Dealership CC-1634858 1958 AMC Rambler 1958 Rambler American Deluxe Club Sedan. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) [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. The 1960 Rambler American produced under Willys Mexicana was available in two-door sedan, four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. [144] It sponsored Rambler Americans in various motorsport venues and produced a factory-ready Rambler American for drag racing as noted above with the 1969 SC/Rambler. The interiors included new larger side armrests. "[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. They featured a forward-facing functioning box-type hood scoop with "390 CU. Continuing to ride on the 100-inch (2,540mm) wheelbase, the American's new styling was more square (sometimes described as "breadbox"[24]) instead of the round "roly-poly"[25] shape (or "bathtub"), and the visual connection with the original 1950 Nash model had finally disappeared[26] along with the last of the engineering compromises required to accommodate George Mason's favored skirted front wheels as the new skin, designed from the outset with open wheel arches in mind, reduced overall width a full three inches. [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. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. This allowed the transmission to be shifted like a five-speed in the following sequence: 1, 2, 2+OD, 3, and 3+OD. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! [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. [164] This followed the pattern that Ford used to develop the Mustang by using the basic platform and components of the compact Ford Falcon. 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. [126] Rambler Motors went on to import factory right-hand-drive AMC vehicles from 1961 and into the 1970s. 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. [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. 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 These were baffled mufflers, not glasspacks. The engine was the Tornado Interceptor 250cuin (4.1L) overhead cam (OHC) six originally developed for the new 1963 Jeeps. 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