http://www.classiccar.com/forum/categories/american-motors/p4/feed.rss Tue, 21 May 13 20:32:41 +0000 American Motors Discussions on Classic Car Forum en-CA http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/14446/amx-hornet-1977-special-edition-levis Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:12:07 +0000 Matt Falco 14446@/forum/discussions












just for fun, How money do you give me for this car ?????]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/25849/i039m-selling-my-1972-hornet-sst Sun, 11 Jun 2006 22:49:26 +0000 hornet7289 25849@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/1851/rambler-american-rouge-is-like-the-torinomade-in Fri, 06 Aug 2004 19:40:33 +0000 frassinetti 1851@/forum/discussions There’s a mystery around the Argentine Torino car. This model is not only not a Ford, but it’s completely different from the American version. The first question that arises is: How did the Argentineans managed to use an American trademark for a completely different product without being busted?

First a bit of history about the magnificent American Torino model. This car was produced by Ford for the American market between 1968-1976. It was a medium size version for those days’ standards and it replaced the Ford Fairlane, although that name was retained for the base models with different trim than those that wore the Torino name. Available in a number of body styles this model featured a two-door fastback, two or four-door hardtop, a four-door station wagon, and a two-door convertible, while the Ford Ranchero car-based pickup used the same front end. Engine choices ranged from a 302 cubic inch small-block V8 to Ford's FE series 390 cubic inch big-block. The Torino GT was the upscale model, with extra 'sport' trim. During the following years much work would be done around this model, impoving its outstanding characteristics and expressing the latest innovations within the autoproduction industry. Its stylish and cool appearance was what guys called a “chick magnect” as well as an outstanding car. That’s why it has remained as a beloved and covetted possetion to our days, when some of these terrific pieces are collectables.

The Argentinean Torino also has a rich history to offer. Alike the American Torino, the Argentinean one was a breackthrough automobile. In 1966 the Torino, IKA’s first integral national product enters the market. One year latter, on November 1967 Régie Nationale des Usines, Renault joins IKA. From then on, Kaiser would no longer be IKA, but IKA-Renault, a very profitable partnership that would soon give birth to mass consumption models such as the Renault 12. This opens a new era in the Argentinean car industry. According to the sources we’ve researched, IKA and American Motors had signed an agreement for this car’s production in our country. The Rambler American Rouge was the foundation from which engineers and designers would be working on to create “our” Torino. The famous Italian carman Pininfarina would be the one who would adapt that standard version to the Latin style market by altering the front end and grille as well as the interior. The ultimate cool detail was the bull plaque on the grill, as a homage to the Argentine’s pampas that at the same time traced a link line with Ferrari’s “cavallino rampanti”-wild horse- and Lamborghini’s bull. On November 30th 1966 this glamorous car was presented to the Argentine market. Alike the American model, this Torino’s impact on the consumers’ market was just perfect. Everybody wanted to own a Torino, it was a cool, glamorous, fast and top of the top possession. Specially after the record breaking in Nuremberg in 1969 after 84 hours run. And also, alike the American one still is, and has become a precious collectible for those automobile lovers. Such was this car’s impact in to the Latin market that soon after it was released, there were made scale auto models reproductions of this beauty. Among the most careful and glorious diecast Torino examples was Buby’s, a coveted toy back then and a beloved collectible nowadays.


It appears the mystery has been solved. Two different models, sharing the same name which have had an incredible impact within the automobile market and have set really high standards for future productions and left a permanent mark within this industry’s evolution.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/25329/all-wet- Sun, 04 Jun 2006 17:34:06 +0000 night_stocker1960 25329@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/22793/1922-steward Tue, 25 Apr 2006 18:05:26 +0000 roamer1218 22793@/forum/discussions
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Thanks]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/17652/id-this-nash Mon, 30 Jan 2006 15:52:42 +0000 Nash Blackwood 17652@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/17680/4943-overdrive Mon, 30 Jan 2006 21:13:59 +0000 coverton 17680@/forum/discussions
Thanks anybody]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/10847/need-registration-information Sat, 24 Sep 2005 18:32:19 +0000 Rambler saver 10847@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/13590/gas-tank-66-ambassador Wed, 16 Nov 2005 17:25:02 +0000 ldp946 13590@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/7652/now-for-sale-1976-cj-5-levis-renegade Mon, 04 Jul 2005 04:13:51 +0000 rambos_ride 7652@/forum/discussions






GOTO 49C8.Com and click on the "For Sale" link for detailed description and over 100 hi-res digital pictures.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/12084/rambler-wagon- Wed, 19 Oct 2005 17:58:25 +0000 12084@/forum/discussions www.vestpuzzle1@sbcglobal.net, or drop me a line here.

Thanx..R.V.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/9037/about-willys-knight-1923 Thu, 11 Aug 2005 09:41:16 +0000 9037@/forum/discussions


please tell me CID of Willys Knight 1923 ?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/9149/73-jeep-truck Sun, 14 Aug 2005 11:57:55 +0000 75chevylover 9149@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/272/amx-sports-coupe Fri, 12 Mar 2004 17:11:10 +0000 272@/forum/discussions ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/7114/intake-and-heads Thu, 16 Jun 2005 05:34:23 +0000 Damage Inc. 7114@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/8446/how-do-i-find-out-what-a-car-is-worth Thu, 28 Jul 2005 08:28:31 +0000 8446@/forum/discussions


My grandmother has a 1969 AMC Rebel SST. She hasn't been able to drive herself for a while and I no longer live near here to use the car. She has thought about selling it but we don't know what a good price would be for it.



It is in pretty good running order. It has a couple of problems but I was driving it around just fine. It has the original motor with about 70,000 (yes only 70,000) my grandma almost never drove the car. Just to the doctor or the store.



It had a repaint on one corner by the front light after the paint had been damaged and that faded to a different color than the rest of the car. The interior is in fair shape, it could use a bit of fixing but nothing like riping out seats.



I'm not sure what all information would help. Here is a picture of it.



http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/ldydragonslair/detail?.dir=293b&.dnm=5416.jpg



Thanks for any help!



Megan]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/6534/some-numbers Sun, 29 May 2005 02:14:37 +0000 Damage Inc. 6534@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/97082/gremlin-parts-for-sale Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:57:02 +0000 mdwhit 97082@/forum/discussions
1 - complete Gauge Cluster, Dash Center (where Radio, etc. go), Dash Center with Oil, Amp & Water Gauges (tastefully mounted where Radio normally goes), extra Speedos, an original Tach, Simulated Wood Grain for Dash, Power Window & Power Door Lock Motors & Regulators with Switches (came out of a Concord, but was going to use them in my Gremlin), original Gremlin Radio, newer AMC AM/FM Radio (like Gremlin Radio), Drivers & Passenger Remote Side Mirrors (with cables), Drivers & Passenger Remote Side Mirrors(electric), Quarter Windows that pivot (open) out, Outside Door Handles, Gremlin Gas Cap, 1 - complete Grille, several Headlight Doors, Headlight Door Side Marker Lights, Side Marker Lights, Spoiler for rear edge of roof. Luggage Rack, Rear Hatch Window, Rear Tail Lights, including Bezels, Hood Springs (Silver Cadium plated), Right & Left Door Hinges, Bumper Bolt/Flange Covers, 1- Barrel Carburetor, a new aluminum 4 - barrel Intake Manifold for 232 ci or 258 ci 6 cylinder (built by Offenhauser), includes Gasket Set, and 7 - Mobil 1 Oil Filters.

Most everything is in excellent condition. I am open to offers on 1 or all parts. You can reply here, or (if you do not hear from me) e-mail me at mdwhit@juno.com]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/97628/hudson-parts Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:22:43 +0000 PAULARGETYPE 97628@/forum/discussions
Hudsonly

Paulargetype]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/105626/71-ford-302c4-into-65-american Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:36:01 +0000 AmericanTaddy 105626@/forum/discussions
Thanks so much.

Tad]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/62887/alloy-6-cyl-still-running Wed, 21 Nov 2007 08:45:41 +0000 huddy55 62887@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/62965/help-any-1972-javelins-in-new-zealand Thu, 22 Nov 2007 09:33:35 +0000 huddy55 62965@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/63060/nice-matador-police-car-replica Fri, 23 Nov 2007 14:51:39 +0000 huddy55 63060@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/63124/amc-trio-at-aussie-rally Sat, 24 Nov 2007 14:43:55 +0000 huddy55 63124@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/63127/no-title Sat, 24 Nov 2007 15:54:29 +0000 huddy55 63127@/forum/discussions


Hudson all the way up to 1957 sold well so it was fair to continue the name for another year to help the sales of the Rambler. All Ramblers were sold as Hudson Rambler or Nash Rambler for the 1958 period. Many 57 Hornets were still being sold during this time. Very few 1958 AMC cars sold during this year and only a handful left.



Pictured here are possibly the only two 1958 Ramblers restored in Australia. Both are owned by Allan Smith of QLD. The one on the left is the 58 Hudson Rambler sedan. Allan purchased the car from the original family. Les Pendlebury (huddy42) a regular member on the hudson forum, father purchased this car new. Les later owned it before it went to Allan. This car now fitted with a 327 AMC V8 and is in truly brand new condition. Every part is pratically NOS and it was restored over a 20 year period. Note that every 58 Hudson Rambler had 3" circular HUDSON badges on the C pillar.



The pink 58 Rambler wagon was sold as a Nash Rambler. Once again a very original car before restoration and another one with full history including much original paper work. This car is 70% restored and again mostly NOS parts were used. The original 6cyl remained in the car. A credit goes to Allan for saving such Rare Ramblers and I think my self lucky to live only 10 minutes away from him and his 2 rare 58's. Allan also owns about 10 other AMC products in various forms of condition.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/69736/62-american-grille Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:32:36 +0000 gwgarage 69736@/forum/discussions yurgutis@yahoo.com]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/79701/ford-mustang-glass-roof-2009 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:28:21 +0000 andykhol23 79701@/forum/discussions http://www.justmorecars.com/ford/2009-mustang_glass_roof/











Ford Mustang Glass Roof

The 2009 Ford Glass Roof Mustang provides a third roof option for customers and responds to their growing desire for more natural light. Production of large sunroofs has increased nearly 200 percent in North America since 2003, according to Just-auto. The growth is driven, in part, by consumers' daily commute time. The number of consumers with commutes lasting more than 60 minutes grew by almost 50 percent between 1990 and 2000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

The new glass roof will be available as an option on both the V-6 Mustang and Mustang GT beginning next summer.



At $1,995, the new roof provides customers a less expensive option than a convertible, without compromising the coupe's versatility, headroom or climate-controlled environment.



"Mustang is an icon in our product lineup, and we are committed to keeping Mustang news fresh every year," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford's group vice president, Global Product Development. "As the automotive landscape becomes increasingly competitive, features such as a panoramic glass roof will help differentiate our products from the competition."



Nearly one out of every two sports cars sold in America is a Mustang, and it remains the best-selling convertible. The new glass roof addresses the fact that 62 percent of buyers in the sports car segment are interested in a sunroof or moonroof on their next vehicle, according to J.D. Power and Associates research.



Mustang's Glass Roof is made of tinted privacy glass, which reduces both infrared rays and vehicle cool-down time by 50 percent. A manual roller blind is built in, allowing owners to further control exposure on sunny days.



The specially formulated glass also protects interior fabric material from solar radiation deterioration and discoloration by reducing solar light transmittance. To help improve acoustics and Mustang's interior quietness, the glass also features a layer of vinyl that reduces noise, vibration and harshness.



The glass roof Mustang is built like a coupe and has been developed to maintain the structural integrity of Mustang. The glass itself is safety glass, meaning that it shatters without sharp or jagged edges, like other automotive glass.



Glass Roof Mustangs will be assembled at the Automotive Alliance International plant in Flat Rock, Mich. The unique glass is installed at Ford's adjacent vehicle personalization facility.



Like its coupe and convertible counterparts, the Glass Roof Mustang has endured a battery of tests measuring quality and craftsmanship.



During the development phase, production-level prototypes ran through a rigorous prove-out, including various water, air leakage, durability, squeak and rattle and vehicle dynamics tests. Top quality drives the development team - as evidenced by Mustang's first-in-its segment ranking in the 2007 J.D. Power and Associates IQS, VDS and APEAL studies.



"Quality is a continuous process. The whole team is passionate about it, which results in our paying attention to the smallest details," says Paul Randle, chief nameplate engineer. "Our owners have high expectations, and we always want to meet them - with strong features like this new roof option, quality and performance."]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/81503/nash-metro Sun, 06 Jul 2008 18:23:24 +0000 billjharris 81503@/forum/discussions


I've Got A Nash Metropolitan For Sale, Year Is Unknown It Is Fairly Complete, I Can Provide A Billof Sale, The Vehicle Is In Need Of Restoration.



Price: $750.00 Fob Jonesboro, Arkansas For Either One Of Them, Both Are Hard-tops.]]>