Vehicle Description
The perfect Newport Beach "Surf Wagon"
Very few produced, this is the highest model spec
Original metal window shades still intact
Just serviced by Tune Up Shop in Costa Mesa
Reported only 578 made
1959 RAMBLER AMBASSADOR CUSTOM CROSS COUNTRY STATION WAGON
Chassis No. V47347
Engine: V8, overhead valve, 327 cid (5.38cc) giving 270hp at
4,700rpm; Gearbox: Flash-O-Matic push button Borg-Warner three
speed automatic transmission; Suspension: Coil suspension all
round; Brakes; Four wheel drums.
While the first use of the Rambler name dates back to its origins
as a bicycle firm, the first Rambler cars appeared in 1899 and
discontinued in 1914; two years later the company was acquired by
Charles Nash and became the Nash Motors Company. The history of the
modern Rambler goes back to 1950, when it was offered as the first
successful modern compact car. In 1954, American Motors Corp, AMC
was formed when Nash-Kelvinator and Hudson merged. Just prior to
the start of 1958, AMC decided to discontinue the names Nash and
Hudson and instead concentrated on a revised series of cars under
the Rambler name, which evolved into its larger and more luxurious
model.
The Ambassador was AMC's full-size car continuing a model begun in
1932 by Nash. The Ambassador used the 327-cid V8 formerly used in
top-of-the line Nashes. This power-plant had an excellent
power-to-weight ratio for its time and provided spirited
performance with a 0 to 60 mph time of under 10-seconds. In 1959,
the Custom line Cross Country Station Wagon was by far the rarest
model offered with around 578 manufactured. The Custom models
featured the stylish lightning bolt side trim molding as well as
two-tone paintwork and special badging. The interior mirrored the
exterior with triple toned upholstery on the seats.
This fabulous highly optioned six passenger Station Wagon was, as
we understand a rust free example, which then benefitted from a
meticulous and very expensive total restoration and is now
currently suitable for either showing or driving events. Re-painted
in its original Carmel Copper and black color scheme and with the
famous anodized rear fender treatments. This Ambassador also boasts
the following options: Flash-O-Matic push button transmission,
front/split reclining seats, front headrests, air-conditioning,
radio and antenna (and today includes an additional modern stereo
unit), padded instrument panel, clock, Solex tinted glass,
whitewall tires with wheel discs and dual exhausts. Seat belts have
been fitted and there is a Poloron Thermaster coolerbox painted to
match the car! This station wagon is a nostalgic step back into a
wonderful era.
