This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. Windsor, Colorado, [3] The introduction of the low-priced small Rambler was ideal as the nation entered into a recession in 1958.[4]). Options included seat belts, power steering, power brakes, and a heater. [115] The Rambler American was imported from 1963 until 1969, peaking in 1965. Full coil front springs, along with soft rear leaf units, gave the new American an unusually smooth ride, better than many larger domestic cars. A blue arrow on the hood pointed towards the air intake. The station wagons in the restyled 1964 series came with four doors and gained 17% more cargo space compared to the previous design. [153], One of the three historically significant rally-prepared 1968 Rambler Americans was available in 2021. Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon The top of the line wagon was the Ambassador Cross Country Hardtop Station Wagon. This allowed the transmission to be shifted like a five-speed in the following sequence: 1, 2, 2+OD, 3, and 3+OD. 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. [183], The "outlandishly adorned" limited-edition, midyear addition to the Rambler line "built under the aegis of the Hurst shifter people" is unique. 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). [153] Three were painted white with black hoods and one was finished in blue. Well take a look at this handsome, rare 1958 AMC Rambler . [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. The compact Rambler American was most often the lowest priced car built in the U.S. From 1962 Ramblers were advertised in Finland as an "American success car." Continuing the tradition of minimal changes, the models received a new "suspended" accelerator pedal and cable throttle linkage. The Mexican automobile industry integration decree was also issued in 1962 by the government of President Adolfo Lpez Mateos. $1200. 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. [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. [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. 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. [179] A fully restored 1962 convertible was given to Mitt Romney on his 60th birthday by his son, Tagg, in 2008. The original taillights were turned upside down, saving money on retooling. The wraparound rear window on the sedans was modified to a flat unit, with a more squared-off "C" pillar, which changed the appearance from the earlier sedans with their overhanging rooflines. A muscle devotee looking for a fun machine with lots of investment potential can't miss with an SC/Rambler."[89]. The Torino was received by journalists and the public as the Argentinean car. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) [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). [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. Available only as a two-door hardtop, the interior came in standard gray charcoal vinyl-upholstered reclining seats with a headliner embossed with small squares. 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. A new "E-stick" option combined a manual three-speed transmission with an automatic clutch as a low-cost alternative to the fully automatic transmission. 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. 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. 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. [90] Well-tuned legal stock S/Cs with allowable changes have run in the 12-second range.[91]. Stock class rules required a minimum of 500 identical vehicles to be produced and sold. Garner's shops prepared ten 1969 SC/Ramblers that were provided by AMC. Dealership. 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. [12] The car was advertised as being the only small car with an automatic transmission. [65] All 1967 Rambler Americans included lap belts for all seating positions, a collapsible, energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel, more padding on interior surfaces, four-way hazard flashers, and locking seat-back latches for two-door models. [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 semiboat-tail-roofed fastback hardtop coupe was developed in 1963 from the tooling that was already set for the 1964 model year Rambler Americans. 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. American Motors focused its marketing on the economy of the new models, advertising that was previously only popular during the Great Depression. [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. WebCC-1595500. Rogues also received grille trim that wrapped around the fender sides. [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. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 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. An uncommon find. "[4] The economical car "that put Detroit on notice is one of today's most affordable, fun collectibles. The transmission was still the three-speed manual with a column-mounted shifter with a floor-mounted gearshift as a dealership option. [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]. Rambler assembly at NMA ceased in 1967 after Chrysler in the U.S. acquired Rootes Group. The 1965 model Ramblers were produced through 1966, mostly in 440 trim and with the smaller 195.6cuin (3.2L) engine. Front floors are rusted out. It was manufactured in Australia, Iran, Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. 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. Named the Rambler American Hardtop, it was the Mexican equivalent to the Rambler American 440H model marketed in the US and Canada. 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 newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) [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. 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 [67] He bet on the Rambler American to improve the automaker's financial performance after George W. The UK vehicles were imported with right-hand drive from AMC's facility in Peel Village near Brampton, Canada. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. From 1966 through 1982, Industrias Kaiser Argentina (IKA) produced in Argentina a hybrid of the second-generation Rambler American and Classic platforms. 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. 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. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. [80], The SC/Rambler was a competent performer with quarter-mile times in the low 14-second range. The genesis of the Rambler American began with the Nash Rambler, introduced in 1950. 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. [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. Look no further than a Rambler American. [68] Chapin also saw a price gap between U.S. cars and inexpensive imports (primarily the Volkswagen) and lowered the price to make the Rambler American's "total value superior to the imports, as well as superior in both price and range of choice to U.S. [164] This followed the pattern that Ford used to develop the Mustang by using the basic platform and components of the compact Ford Falcon. [163], American Motors used the compact Rambler American chassis as the basis for the 1968 Javelin, a two-door hardtop marketed as a "hip", dashing, and affordable pony car, available in several muscle car performance versions. Lot #48,767. A fifth body style, a two-door hardtop, was introduced. Annand & Thompson Pty Ltd in Brisbane distributed vehicles for Queensland. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? 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. [61], For the 1967 model year, AMC's new high-compression (10.2:1) 343cuin (5.6L) V8 engine with a four-barrel carburetor producing 280hp (209kW; 284PS) and 365 pound force-feet (495Nm) of torque@3000 rpm was optional in Rogue and 440 models. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. Fun factory Pink color! [13], The automotive press was positive to the reintroduced model. (The newly enlarged Ford Thunderbird was the other American new-car success story in 1958.) [28] Passenger room increased from five to six.[17]. "[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. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. Also differences and overlaps existed in the Australian production and equipment compared to U.S. model years. 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 This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. 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). 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. The American sedan was marketed as the "Rambler Rogue" and the station wagon was marketed as the "Rambler 440 Super Stationwagon".[121][122]. In total, 3,664 sedans, 736 wagons, and 288 hardtops were produced. [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. Tires were E-70-14 fiberglass-belted, four-ply tires with red-stripe Goodyear Polyglas tires. VAM developed a performance model, the Rambler American Rally, that consisted of an optional package for the two-door sedan. Pinterest. [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. [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. Hazard lights were added to the standard equipment list. Tacoma, WA 6 years at The line continued with minor cosmetic changes for the 1962 model year. Fordomatic transmissi. [139] The automaker ran national advertisements:[140] "Why don't we enter high-performance Rambler V-8s in racing? At each end of the strip were the newly safety-mandated body side reflectors, amber for the front fenders, and red for the rear. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. [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. "[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. [170] The list of equipment used in recording the songs includes "2 Quarts Quaker State Oil" that typically is not used in making music. [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 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. No drivetrain. The engine used was AMC's 232cuin (3.8L) inline-six producing 142hp (106kW; 144PS). 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. [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. 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. Lot #48,767. [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. Wipers and washers changed to electric units, a Motorola AM radio with an antenna, and twin-circuit brakes became standard. 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]. Popular Mechanics wrote "seldom has a car been completely restyled as the 1961 Rambler American and yet retain the same engine, driveline, suspension on the same unit body". A Rambler American Deluxe topped the 47-car Mobilgas Economy Run field with an average 25.2878 miles per US gallon (9.3015L/100km; 30.3694mpgimp). The new models also incorporated various parts and components (such as doors) that were interchangeable with AMC's larger cars. 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. 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. These were baffled mufflers, not glasspacks. The car became VAM's first sporty compact, its first high-end luxury model (even above the also-new regular-production Rambler Classic), and its first limited edition. 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. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. [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 Rambler Owners Manual 1958 AMC Rambler Owners Manual For 1963, model designations were changed once again with the 400 now called 440. 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 car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. Watch. 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". Ramblers were well made and today enjoy a healthy parts aftermarket. Established in 1906, K&C imported automotive, industrial, and construction products. ", "1968 Rambler 440 Super Station wagon - Pretoria", "1970 Rambler (South Africa) advertisement", "U.S. Sold with bill of sale only. In part to commemorate the impending discontinuation of the Rambler name, American Motors added the Rogue-based SC/Rambler to the line (detailed separately). The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. [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. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. Neat looking body style. Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. [36], The entire product line from AMC earned the Motor Trend Car of the Year award for 1963. The overall effect was a more formal-looking car. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. 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. [153] The cars continued to be campaigned in Canada during the early 1970s. 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 [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. Neat unusual car. The 1967 Rogue models were available in new two-tone paint schemes for the roof, trunk lid, and hood that included border trim along the upper body line. It featured a power-operated folding top with roll-down door glass, rather than the fixed side-window frames of the original design. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. Today. [106] The factory in Tehran was dedicated by the last Shah of Iran. Webor $425/mo. The Torino handled the roads of the interior of the country very well, while its engine acquired fame for being robust and reliable. Factory options included a dash-mounted 8,000 rpm tachometer and the sport steering wheel used in the Javelin models. 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. [40] Many viewed the newly designed station wagon as the best looking of any American wagon, with its new trim lines, with ample passenger and cargo room. [10] The only engine was a 195.6cuin (3.2L) flathead six producing 90hp (67kW; 91PS). [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. The Twin-Stick has a kick-down button on top of the main shift knob to facilitate the five-speed shifting process. NO TITLE. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. The 1967 model year also had the addition of the new safety standards for passenger cars mandated by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The American, along with "A-body" Chryslers, were the only domestic cars that were available as a hardtop coupe model, the Ford Falcon and Chevy Nova being only available as pillared sedans (and a wagon in the Ford Falcon line). Rambler Americans were no longer available with an automatic transmission, being restricted to a three-speed manual from 1962. These included connectors between the front and rear subframes. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. [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. Grenville Motors in Sydney distributed vehicles for New South Wales. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. Dealership. Has hubcaps. Between January 1968 and January 1969, Rambler production was moved to the Datsun assembly plant, Rosslyn Motor Assemblers. This led to the Hurst SC/Rambler, SC meaning "Super Car". [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. Look no further than a Rambler American. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. Fun factory Pink color! Same lady owner for 42 years. Web1958 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Recent $32k appraisal available! [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. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. "[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. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. 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. [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. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. 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. [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. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. Lot #48,767. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. In addition to Rambler parts, the stock of spares also covered Hudson, Nash, and Austin Metropolitan parts. It featured the same luxury and sporty touches of the original 1963 model alongside new ones and was once again a low-volume, limited edition. Minimal baffling gave a deep throaty sound, similar to modern Flowmasters. Some AMC historians claim American Motors built a batch of 500 "A" scheme SC/Ramblers before switching to the "B" scheme, with 500 "B" models built before a switch to the final lot of 512 SC/Ramblers in "A" pattern. A feature was the standard 138hp (103kW; 140PS) 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 with two-barrel carburetor and OHV configuration. [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]. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. [94] The car was successful in Argentina. 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. "[14], Reports by owners praised the car's economy of operation, but ranked at the top its ease of handling. An optional bright molding package included "440" emblems, though no other trim levels or versions were offered. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) Watch. Ramblers were well made and today enjoy a healthy parts aftermarket. A total of 320 top-of-line models were produced. 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. [88] He did 1,215 in the "A" scheme and that would mean a total of 297 "B" scheme SC/Ramblers. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. 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]. 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. 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