Re: Free Ramblers

[farna@xxxxxxx]

This is one of the fes times I *almost* wish I was in CA!! A 63 American hardtop WITH the factory air system intact? Sure wish it I was closer!! I do hope someone jumps on this. Tom J is out in Germany now, it sure would be a nice garage/driveway mate for his 63 wagon! All the 440 series had the 196 OHV, by the way. It may or may not have the 2V carb, but with factory air I'd think it would (but wasn't required). 

That "pink" would actually be a faded Rose color... not quite pink when new in 63. That's if it was the original color. I've got a lot of experience with those cars. A much more solid trunnion on top than the 64-69 Americans. It's a lot easier and cheaper to repair, and I'm reasonably sure replacements are still available. I know the lower trunnion is still available, and it's easy to replace -- the spring doesn't even need to come out. If anyone needs any help with one of these front ends just let me know! 


On February 8, 2006 JOE B FULTON wrote:

> I believe Ben D. from NorCal previously mentioned the
> free Rambler Americans on the craigslist site here in
> the Bay Area.  I have seen both of these cars and even
> if they were priced at a few hundred dollars they
> would be worth the money.
> 
> I believe the owner only had to Rambler Americans
> (which were for sale a few months ago, and now are
> being give away).  If that is the case, then the 63
> hardtop he is advertising is the 63 440H hardtop with
> air conditioning that I looked at and photographed.  I
> passed on the car (at $300) because I just did not
> have room for another project at the time (and still
> don't).  I posted to the list about this car.  It was
> originally a pink/white car with the gray/black
> interior I think.  I don't remember whether it has the
> twin stick or not.
> 
> The 61/62 2-door sedan I believe was the owner's daily
> driver for a couple of years.  It might need an engine
> overhaul and has been parked awhile but has been in
> his carport/garage.
> 
> The owner is a real fan of the old Ramblers and I know
> will be hesitant to junk them, so please get the word
> out and let's find these cars a good home.
> 
> Joe Fulton
> Salinas, CA


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