Rambler 1950-1969 Photo Archive [Paperback]

Patrick R. Foster (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 14, 2002 | Series: Photo Archive

Several small cars were introduced by American companies in the 1950s but only the Rambler was successful. From 1950-1969 more than four million Ramblers were produced. Starting out as a Nash model, it later was offered through Hudson dealers before becoming a separate make in its own right. Rambler set a sales record for independent makes that remains unbroken even today. In this exciting new book, exquisite photographs illustrate models throughout the entire lifespan of the modern Rambler. Includes a detailed history of the company, written by Patrick Foster- America's premier AMC historian. You'll love it!

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About the Author

One of America's best-known automotive writers, Pat Foster spent 20 years studying verious aspectes of automotive industry and at one time almost started his own car company. An authority figure on AMC and it's various branches, Pat has written a number of books on that subject and many others including Jeep and Studebaker. His magazine articles appear in about every car magazine out there, and he has won awards for his books and articles from the AACA (Antique Automobile Club of America) and SAH (Society of Automotive Historians), and even helped found the SAH Press.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Iconografix (November 14, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158388078X
• ISBN-13: 978-1583880784
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 10.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,301,115 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars American Motors, Rest in Peace..., August 10, 2008

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GRH "Ex WHA Jet" (British Columbia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rambler 1950-1969 Photo Archive (Paperback)

American Motors & Rambler had some of the very best publicity pictures and brochures in the 1950s and 1960s. They depict the cars in everyday use, which seems appropriate, given that the Rambler was not exactly a dream car; rather, it was the epitome of the "daily driver". I find the Ramblers of the late 1950s particulary interesting, with their aggressive chrome grills, and of course, the tailfins.

One more note about depicting the cars in everyday use; the photos usually included a pretty young women, something that one never sees in today's politically correct era. Of special note is the picnicking "typical Mom" on page 70, resplendent in her sun hat, bathing suite and high heels !!

4.0 out of 5 stars Another good book in the series, November 26, 2011

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richard (Bremerton, WA, US) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Rambler 1950-1969 Photo Archive (Paperback)

Again, some color photos would have rated 5 stars. There are no pictures of prototype models here, and only one photo of a most interesting failure, the Marlin. But you just don't see Ramblers anymore, and they were really good looking cars, unlike any others, especially in the 60's. I encourage Rambler and/or independent make fans to buy this book. There is of course, a good introduction and lots of knowledgeable text throughout.