American Motors American Parts & Accessories

American Motors American Parts & Accessories

The AMC American, also known as the Rambler American, is a compact car produced from 1958 to 1969 that served as American Motors' entry-level model through a period when compact economy cars were gaining mainstream acceptance in the US market. The American used a range of inline-six and small V8 engines, and in its sportier configurations offered surprising performance for its modest size and economy-oriented origins.

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Performance exhaust systems for the American's inline-six and V8 engines improve sound and efficiency on these compact classics. Suspension upgrades including quality shock absorbers and springs improve the handling and ride of a platform that benefits from modern replacement components given the age of original parts. Interior and exterior restoration pieces are sought after by owners keeping Rambler American examples in show or driver condition.

What engines did the AMC Rambler American use?

The Rambler American used AMC's inline-six engines in 195.6 and 199 cubic inch displacements, with the 232 cubic inch six and a small-block 290 cubic inch V8 becoming available in later model years. The 290 V8 models are the most sought-after performance variants given their better power-to-weight ratio in the compact body.

Is the Rambler American the same as the AMC American?

Yes. The model was sold as the Rambler American from 1958 through the early 1960s when AMC transitioned its branding strategy. By the mid-1960s the Rambler name was being phased out in favor of straight AMC branding, though the model is often referred to by both names in the collector car hobby.

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