Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. Sold with bill of sale only. 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. Today. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. Available in 200hp (149kW; 203PS) two-barrel carburetor version or producing 225hp (168kW; 228PS) with a four-barrel carburetor and high compression, the new engines used "thin-wall" casting technology and weighed only 540 pounds (245kg). American Motors' financial condition meant it could not afford to develop an entirely new model. 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). WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? 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. Garner's shops prepared ten 1969 SC/Ramblers that were provided by AMC. The Torino handled the roads of the interior of the country very well, while its engine acquired fame for being robust and reliable. The overall effect was a more formal-looking car. However, with its 8200-rpm redline, the Rambler ran 112mph (180km/h) at the Fontana dragstrip.[143]. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. No drivetrain. 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. 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. Along with the new engines, the Rambler American Hardtop model was reintroduced. [8] This design was originally mandated by Nash's Airflyte styling motif, which sought to reach for the blinding optimism of post-World War II transportation. [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. $1200. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. Neat unusual car. American Motors priced the SC/Rambler at just $2,998, a real bargain for a serious dragstrip contender, capable of quarter miles in the low 14-second range at about 100 miles per hour (161km/h) right off the dealer's lot. [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. The genesis of the Rambler American began with the Nash Rambler, introduced in 1950. 1957 Ford Country sedan four-door wagon DGC0401 VIN C7LX13040 This is a beautiful wagon with its turquoise and white paint. The 1960 Rambler American produced under Willys Mexicana was available in two-door sedan, four-door sedan, and two-door station wagon body styles. [104] Aria means "Aryan", and Shahin "Falcon". 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 American line switched to AMC's new one-barrel 145hp (108kW; 147PS) 232cuin (3.8L) I6 as the standard engine. [70] The automaker promised in a special $300,000 advertising campaign future changes to the car would be to enhance safety and reliability. 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. The transmission was still the three-speed manual with a column-mounted shifter with a floor-mounted gearshift as a dealership option. [41] The old 195.6cuin (3.2L) I6 was a gas stingy champ in the Mobil Economy Runs and available in 90hp (67kW; 91PS), 125hp (93kW; 127PS), and 138hp (103kW; 140PS) versions. The engine used was AMC's 232cuin (3.8L) inline-six producing 142hp (106kW; 144PS). And it has a matching interior. VAM developed a performance model, the Rambler American Rally, that consisted of an optional package for the two-door sedan. Never. Watch. Among the factory options were the one-barrel OHV version of the 195.6 engine and an automatic transmission. From the mid 1960s, Wihuri Group, a large multi-sector family business, took over import operations using it's shipping operation, Autola Oy. Minimal baffling gave a deep throaty sound, similar to modern Flowmasters. The hood scoop air flapper was vacuum operated, allowing higher pressure cool air to pressurize a Carter AFB carburetor. [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. For 1968, the line was further simplified from nine to five models,[71] with the two-door coupe and four-door sedan comprising the base line (with the 220 designation no longer used), four-door sedan and station wagon being offered in up-level 440 guise, and a lone hardtop coupe making up the top-line Rogue trim line. [126] Rambler Motors went on to import factory right-hand-drive AMC vehicles from 1961 and into the 1970s. 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. [48], The year also had the introduction of an entirely new 232cuin (3.8L) overhead-valve straight-six engine. [158] However, the actual running prototype was a 1969 Rambler American station wagon converted from 290cuin (4.8L) V8 to an all-electric car using nickelcadmium batteries. 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 That's what we're driving today and that's got to change. Charles Rauch set a D/S quarter-mile record of 12.54 seconds at Detroit Dragway. [102] Autola Oy continued to import AMC vehicles until 1975.[103]. WebHow many times do you see this cruising down the road? Self-adjusting brakes were added in 1959. It was manufactured in Australia, Iran, Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. [89] With a few simple bolt-on modifications, they would run low 12s. [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. [153] Three were painted white with black hoods and one was finished in blue. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. Front floors are rusted out. The American was the second incarnation of AMC forerunner Nash Motors' compact Rambler that was introduced in 1950 and marketed after the merger with Hudson Motors under both marques during the 1954 and 1955 model years. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. 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 semiboat-tail-roofed fastback hardtop coupe was developed in 1963 from the tooling that was already set for the 1964 model year Rambler Americans. It featured a power-operated folding top with roll-down door glass, rather than the fixed side-window frames of the original design. 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. WebCC-1595500. [28] Passenger room increased from five to six.[17]. [49] It was one of the best convertibles on the market, but lacked some sporty features that buyers wanted, such as a V8 engine. Ramblers were well made and today enjoy a healthy parts aftermarket. [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. Parts and spares were supplied locally out of the Chiswick service center located on Great West Road for the whole of the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Middle East. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. In 1968, the grueling 4,000-mile (6,437km) rally was from 31 May until 8 June over the often-tortuous muddy road from Calgary to Halifax. [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. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. "[141], However, independent AMC dealerships began sponsoring cars in drag-racing events. [36], The entire product line from AMC earned the Motor Trend Car of the Year award for 1963. No drivetrain. 1960 AMC Rambler. Not running but looks complete under the hood. "[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. 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. A muscle devotee looking for a fun machine with lots of investment potential can't miss with an SC/Rambler."[89]. This car was essentially the 1950 Nash Rambler, slightly restyled and modernized for the late 1950s. Well take a look at this handsome, rare 1958 AMC Rambler . Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. 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. [14], A two-door station wagon was added to the line in 1959. 292 V8 engine. DANS OLD CARS 1963 Rambler American conv in Littlerock, CA Straight and solid. Sales of the Rambler American increased and the showroom traffic boosted morale among AMC's independent dealerships. $1200. Named the Rambler American Hardtop, it was the Mexican equivalent to the Rambler American 440H model marketed in the US and Canada. The operation became a subsidiary of AMC in 1961 and changed its name to Rambler Motors (AMC) Ltd in 1966. (It undercut the austere two-door Studebaker Scotsman by just $6.) 1960 AMC Rambler 4dr sedan. And it has a matching interior. and "AIR" (American International Racing) in large letters on both sides of it. The American went on sale late January 1958, with a minimum of marketing and promotion. Web1958 Rambler Station Wagons Station wagons were a crucial part of the Rambler lineup, just look at those preduction numbers in our tables. American Motors contracted Paul Hatton to paint the cars. Same lady owner for 42 years. 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. Champions Pty Ltd in Adelaide distributed vehicles for South Australia. [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 AIR team included a car with Bob Bondurant and Tony Murphy that took the first place. Fordomatic transmissi. The 390 engine was mated to a four-speed manual BorgWarner T-10 with close gear ratios. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. Same lady owner for 42 years. Factory options included a dash-mounted 8,000 rpm tachometer and the sport steering wheel used in the Javelin models. WebCC-1595500. The top-of-the-line model, available only as a two-door hardtop, had its name changed from 440-H to Rogue. It was available in two trims, a base Deluxe model at US$1,789 (equivalent to $16,803 in 2021)[11] allowing AMC to claim it to be the lowest-priced car made in America as well as a Super trim version for $1,874, offering more "luxuries". 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. [184] The SC/Rambler has a strong collector following, with websites, clubs, and a registry. It has slick paint, nice original interior, sto $11,950. 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). The new models also incorporated various parts and components (such as doors) that were interchangeable with AMC's larger cars. The Mexican Rambler American for 1966 received similar design changes as its U.S. counterparts that included the more squared external lines, squared headlight bezels, and redesigned taillights. In part to commemorate the impending discontinuation of the Rambler name, American Motors added the Rogue-based SC/Rambler to the line (detailed separately). [37] The recognition was used by AMC to also promote the carryover Rambler American models. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Two cars were further modified with four-wheel drive. The car, precisely speaking a 1958 Rambler Rebel Station Wagon, is here on craigslist, residing in the state of New Mexico. Options included seat belts, power steering, power brakes, and a heater. [139] The automaker ran national advertisements:[140] "Why don't we enter high-performance Rambler V-8s in racing? Romney. Model designations changed with the Custom trim becoming a 400. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. WebCC-1595500. The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version 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. Barn Finder TJ brings us this delicious little nugget. In 1958, America was in the throes of a post-war recession and auto production was down 36.8 percent from 1957. A two-barrel version of this engine became an option. 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. No drivetrain. [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. 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. 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. [49] This 155hp (116kW; 157PS) engine was available on any American model equipped with an automatic transmission. They all featured a new roll-down disappearing rear window for the bottom-hinged tailgate. At the mid-year it was also replaced by the new 199cuin (3.3L) version that became available at midyear. Teague selected the front-end design developed by Bob Nixon, who was later in charge of AMC's small-car studio. WebNov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. 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 Web1958 Rambler Classic in Parkers Prairie, MN 58 Rambler 4 door sedan. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. 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 hardtop model was dropped and the line was restricted to the 199cuin (3.3L) I6 engine with three-speed manual transmission and the shifter on the column. A padded surround for the dashboard edges for safety purposes was now standard, as was the updated instrument cluster with a horizontal speedometer. [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. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. [10] The only engine was a 195.6cuin (3.2L) flathead six producing 90hp (67kW; 91PS). The cars were modified for the punishing Baja 500 race. 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". 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]. The new Custom model came standard with a new 195.6cuin (3.2L) overhead valve engine with a slightly higher compression ratio of 8.7:1 producing an additional 37hp (28kW; 38PS), for a total output of 125hp (93kW; 127PS), while the base models retained the flathead as the standard engine. 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. With the larger Rambler Six wagons offered only as four-door models, AMC's management thought little sales cannibalization from the American would occur. [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. An American Super, with a few more "luxuries," was tagged at $1,874. 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). "[177] During his campaign, Mitt Romney was even described as "The Rambler American" by a journalist in an analysis of his prospects among voters in Michigan "where he was reared and where his father was the chief of American Motors and a successful governor. Look no further than a Rambler American. 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. 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. 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. The only transmission available was still the three-speed manual with a steering column-mounted shifter on all body styles. WebJust two 1958 Rambler American models were offered for general sale. It was a two-row, six-passenger wagon, with "airliner" fully reclining front seats and a one-piece tailgate. Thereafter, NMA assembled Hillman, Humber, and Sunbeam, alongside Peugeot and Rambler. Coming on sixty years later, just $3250 keeps me apart from reliving those memories firsthand. [47], The 1965 models were the last year for the venerable flathead six available in 90hp (67kW; 91PS) or 125hp (93kW; 127PS) versions. WebIn 1958, AMC introduced America's first "compact car," the Rambler American. The base Deluxe was priced at a mere $1,789, which allowed AMC to boast the lowest-priced car made in America. A Hurst shifter came with a large metal "T" handle. The domestic Big Three automakers did not respond to this strategy, thus giving AMC a big price differential over the competing domestic models. A total of 320 top-of-line models were produced. The cars had 44USgal (167L; 37impgal) fuel tanks. [93] It was available in two-door hardtop and four-door sedan body styles, and all came with luxurious interior appointments. [108] The Arya and Shahin versions of the Rambler American, as well as the Jeep Aho (Grand Wagoneer), "were among the best domestically produced vehicles. 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. [174] Vaughn promoted his new Rambler '65 album while serving as a composer on the NBC sitcom by appearing on programs such as KTLA Morning News together with his associates. [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". The original taillights were turned upside down, saving money on retooling. The mid-trim level 330 model was dropped, leaving the top 440 and base 220 models in the lineup for 1966. [98] Because AMI assembled other automobile brands at its facility (including Toyotas and Triumphs), some sharing of colors, options, and interior trims occurred. Fordomatic transmissi. [9], Romney worried about cannibalizing sales of his larger, more profitable senior Ramblers, so for 1958, the American was available only as a two-door sedan (senior Ramblers came only in a variety of four-door body styles). The SC/Ramblers came with wild factory paint jobs. 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. [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. Fun factory Pink color! [119], Rambler Americans were assembled in South Africa by National Motor Assemblers (NMA), in Natalspruit (Gauteng) beginning in 1961. The Twin-Stick has a kick-down button on top of the main shift knob to facilitate the five-speed shifting process. This allowed the transmission to be shifted like a five-speed in the following sequence: 1, 2, 2+OD, 3, and 3+OD. [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. Look no further than a Rambler American. 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. The compact Rambler American was exported from the U.S. and Canada and produced in other markets by AMC subsidiaries or assembled under license. [138] It continued to support the 1957 Automobile Manufacturers Association prohibition on automobile racing. [55] The last U.S.-made Rambler was assembled in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on 30 June, making the production total of 4,204,925 units. A fully synchronized 150-T model three-speed manual transmission was now standard equipment, meaning the end of non-synchromesh units in VAM cars. 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. Pinterest. 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. [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 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). [111], The Rambler American was introduced to the Mexican market in 1958 through direct importation from 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.' 1958 Rambler Owners Manual 1958 AMC Rambler Owners Manual [31] The E-stick was also available in conjunction with an overdrive unit. After the departure of Roy Abernethy, AMC eagerly embraced automobile competition and its effect on car sales. [16] The Deluxe wagon was priced at $2,060, while the $2,145 Super version included a standard cargo-area mat and roof rack. VAM's engine plant was inaugurated in November 1964, fulfilling another requirement of the 1962 decree. 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. NO TITLE. Pinterest. Seven of the Ramblers finished the grueling race, taking three of the top five places in the passenger-car class. Led by the top-line 440-series convertible, they were arguably the 1964's most attractive Detroit compacts. [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. [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. The rear differential was changed to a 3.54:1 gear ratio. [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. [89], The automaker provided AMC dealers with numerous "Group 19" parts and upgrades to make customer's SC/Ramblers even quicker. 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. [44] This strategy was copied 10 years later by Datsun. Nov 23, 2012 - Sold* at Scottsdale 2009 - Lot #695 1958 RAMBLER CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON. [190] According to Old Cars Weekly magazine, "a No. The domestic-made engines were introduced in 1965 model year VAM cars. An uncommon find. The Rambler line grew to a larger size (108-inch (2,743mm) wheelbase) in 1956. 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