Out of sheer necessity, little American Motors was often the most creative of the Motor City carmakers in the 1960s. Here’s another great example: the 1966 AMC Cavalier prototype. Continue reading
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Video: 1967 Rambler American Wins at Daytona!
Here’s the ultimate fish-out-of-water story: the little Rambler American going through its paces at Daytona International Speedway. Check out the unusual sales pitch in this original 1967 AMC commercial. Continue reading
The Now Cars: Marketing the 1967 American Motors Line
Model year 1967 was a turning point for American Motors, with complete overhauls to both the automaker’s products and image. Here’s the story, including an original AMC commercial spot featuring the Now Cars for ’67. Continue reading
Rambler’s Forgotten 1964 Rotary Engine
Rambler’s rotary engine project of 1964 never went anywhere, but that doesn’t make it any less fascinating. Here’s the story behind this oddball powerplant. Continue reading
Video: Britain Builds the 1954 Nash Metropolitan
REVISED AND UPDATED — This 1954 newsreel reports on the production launch of the Nash Metropolitan at the historic Austin/BMC factory in Longbridge, England. It was a big moment for Nash and for Great Britain. Let’s watch. Continue reading
Video: Selling the 1956 Nash Ambassador
Narrated by noted outdoor writer Ed Zern, this 1956 American Motors promotional short pitches the big, luxurious Nash Ambassador to hunters and fishermen. Maybe he can sell us one, too. Continue reading
The American Motors Marlin Story
With its dramatic styling and economy-car roots, the Marlin is one of the more intriguing domestic cars of the Sixties. Using rare facts and photos, here’s the story of how the fastback Rambler came to be—and what became of it. Continue reading