Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Rambler Rebel shopping experience:

1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Rambler Rebel offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Rambler Rebel at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.

2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about

3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Rambler Rebel? Wrong! If the Rambler Rebel is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.

4. Questions - Got a question about Rambler Rebel then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....

5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Rambler Rebel? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Rambler Rebel and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.

6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Rambler Rebel wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.

7. Feedback - happy with your Rambler Rebel then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.

8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Rambler Rebel site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site

9. Contact - got a question about Rambler Rebel, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.

10. Payment - ready to pay for your Rambler Rebel, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.

The Rambler Rebel was an automobile produced by the American Motors Corporation (AMC) of Kenosha, Wisconsin from 1957-60, and again in 1966 and 1967.

1957 American Motors surprised most observers with the December 1956 introduction of the Rambler Rebel – "a veritable supercar". Rambler Rebel by the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide, retrieved on: September 19 2007. The new 1957 model debuted as a high-performance vehicle that mated AMC's lightweight 108-inch (2743 mm) wheelbase Rambler four-door hardtop body with AMC's AMC V8 engine#327Note: The AMC engine was introduced five years before the Chevrolet Small-Block engine#327 of the same size. This General Motors engine never powered AMC products. (5.4 L), making it the first-time that a large Cylinder block V8 was mated to a mid-size car in the post-World War II marketplace.

Although AMC was best known for their reliable economy cars, this special model came with a bigger engine than anything found at Chevrolet, Ford, or Plymouth - the Rambler's most popular competitors at that time. The Rebel's United States dollar2,786 Suggested retail price base price, however, was economical for the amount of power provided.

The Rebel was tested by Motor Trend, which found that when equipped with the Bendix "Electrojector" electronic fuel injection (EFI), this sedan was faster from a standing start than the 1957 Chevrolet Corvette with mechanical fuel injection. This was to have been the first production engine with fuel injection; however, it did not materialize because of with cold-weather starting problems. At least two Pre-production car Rebels with EFI are known to have been built. All of the production Rebels used a four-barrel carburetor. Nevertheless, the EFI option remained in the published owner's manual. Excerpts from 1957 Rambler Rebel owner's manual, retrieved on: August 21 2007.

All Rebels came with a manual (with Overdrive (mechanics) unit) or an automatic transmission, as well as other performance package enhancements such as a dual exhaust system, heavy-duty suspension with Gabriel (brand) shock absorbers, and front sway bar. The Rebel was capable of 0 to 60 mph (0-97 km/h) acceleration in just 7.5 seconds with its standard 255 horsepower (190 kW) carbureted engine. The car's light monocoque body resulted in a power-to-weight ratio of about 13 pounds per horsepower. The Rebel's engine also differed from the 327s installed in the 1957 AMC Ambassador and Hudson Hornet models because it used mechanical valve lifters and a higher compression ratio. Since both engines were rated at 255 hp it is probable that the Rebel's was underrated. AMC V8 Engines by Mike Sealey, retrieved on: August 21 2007.

Power steering and power drum brakes brakes were also standard, as on all Rambler Custom models. The car was available only in silver metallic paint accented with gold Anodising aluminum inserts along the sides. A total of 1,500 Rebels were produced in 1957. Many of which were returned to AMC dealers for repainting after several years of weather exposure caused premature breakdown of its special lacquer paint.

The Rebel is considered to be a precursor of the muscle cars (rear-wheel drive mid-size cars with a powerful V8 engines and special trims) that became so popular in the 1960s.

1958-60 For 1958, the Rebel name returned, but no longer with the 327 engine. Rather than identifying a specialty model, the name was applied to all standard Ramblers powered by AMC's 250 in³ (4.1 L) V8 engine. These Rebels were no longer the muscle car of 1957, but did offer more power than regular Rambler models. After 1957, the 327 engine was standard in the more luxurious AMC Ambassador models.

For 1958 and 1959, the Rambler Rebel came with a 4-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts rated at 215 hp (160 kW) with 260 ft·lbf (353 N•m) of torque.

The 1960 model year saw the Rebel available with a lower compression 2-barrel version rated at 200 hp (149 kW).

After 1960 all of the 108-inch wheelbase models took the Rambler Classic name.

1966-67 The Rebel name reappeared in 1966 on a version of the Rambler Classic two-door hardtop with special interior trim and a revised roofline. For 1967, all of AMC's intermediates took the Rambler Rebel name. For 1968, the historic "Rambler (automobile)" marque was dropped and the car was named AMC Rebel.

See also

Notes Resources The Standard Catalogue of American Cars 1946-1975, John Gunnell, Editor. Kraus Publications, 1987. ISBN 0-87341-096-3

External links




The Rambler Rebel was an automobile produced by the American Motors Corporation (AMC) of Kenosha, Wisconsin from 1957-60, and again in 1966 and 1967.

1957 American Motors surprised most observers with the December 1956 introduction of the Rambler Rebel – "a veritable supercar". Rambler Rebel by the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide, retrieved on: September 19 2007. The new 1957 model debuted as a high-performance vehicle that mated AMC's lightweight 108-inch (2743 mm) wheelbase Rambler four-door hardtop body with AMC's AMC V8 engine#327Note: The AMC engine was introduced five years before the Chevrolet Small-Block engine#327 of the same size. This General Motors engine never powered AMC products. (5.4 L), making it the first-time that a large Cylinder block V8 was mated to a mid-size car in the post-World War II marketplace.

Although AMC was best known for their reliable economy cars, this special model came with a bigger engine than anything found at Chevrolet, Ford, or Plymouth - the Rambler's most popular competitors at that time. The Rebel's United States dollar2,786 Suggested retail price base price, however, was economical for the amount of power provided.

The Rebel was tested by Motor Trend, which found that when equipped with the Bendix "Electrojector" electronic fuel injection (EFI), this sedan was faster from a standing start than the 1957 Chevrolet Corvette with mechanical fuel injection. This was to have been the first production engine with fuel injection; however, it did not materialize because of with cold-weather starting problems. At least two Pre-production car Rebels with EFI are known to have been built. All of the production Rebels used a four-barrel carburetor. Nevertheless, the EFI option remained in the published owner's manual. Excerpts from 1957 Rambler Rebel owner's manual, retrieved on: August 21 2007.

All Rebels came with a manual (with Overdrive (mechanics) unit) or an automatic transmission, as well as other performance package enhancements such as a dual exhaust system, heavy-duty suspension with Gabriel (brand) shock absorbers, and front sway bar. The Rebel was capable of 0 to 60 mph (0-97 km/h) acceleration in just 7.5 seconds with its standard 255 horsepower (190 kW) carbureted engine. The car's light monocoque body resulted in a power-to-weight ratio of about 13 pounds per horsepower. The Rebel's engine also differed from the 327s installed in the 1957 AMC Ambassador and Hudson Hornet models because it used mechanical valve lifters and a higher compression ratio. Since both engines were rated at 255 hp it is probable that the Rebel's was underrated. AMC V8 Engines by Mike Sealey, retrieved on: August 21 2007.

Power steering and power drum brakes brakes were also standard, as on all Rambler Custom models. The car was available only in silver metallic paint accented with gold Anodising aluminum inserts along the sides. A total of 1,500 Rebels were produced in 1957. Many of which were returned to AMC dealers for repainting after several years of weather exposure caused premature breakdown of its special lacquer paint.

The Rebel is considered to be a precursor of the muscle cars (rear-wheel drive mid-size cars with a powerful V8 engines and special trims) that became so popular in the 1960s.

1958-60 For 1958, the Rebel name returned, but no longer with the 327 engine. Rather than identifying a specialty model, the name was applied to all standard Ramblers powered by AMC's 250 in³ (4.1 L) V8 engine. These Rebels were no longer the muscle car of 1957, but did offer more power than regular Rambler models. After 1957, the 327 engine was standard in the more luxurious AMC Ambassador models.

For 1958 and 1959, the Rambler Rebel came with a 4-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts rated at 215 hp (160 kW) with 260 ft·lbf (353 N•m) of torque.

The 1960 model year saw the Rebel available with a lower compression 2-barrel version rated at 200 hp (149 kW).

After 1960 all of the 108-inch wheelbase models took the Rambler Classic name.

1966-67 The Rebel name reappeared in 1966 on a version of the Rambler Classic two-door hardtop with special interior trim and a revised roofline. For 1967, all of AMC's intermediates took the Rambler Rebel name. For 1968, the historic "Rambler (automobile)" marque was dropped and the car was named AMC Rebel.

See also

Notes Resources The Standard Catalogue of American Cars 1946-1975, John Gunnell, Editor. Kraus Publications, 1987. ISBN 0-87341-096-3

External links






 

Rambler Rebel



 
Copyright © 2008 Hintcenter.com - All rights reserved.
Home | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
All Trademarks belong to their repective owners. Many aspects of this page are used under
commercial commons license from Yahoo!