Which took place on Yelagin Island in the park of the Central Park of Culture and Culture. The townspeople again had the opportunity to touch the history and see the legendary cars.
I want to tell you about the exemplars of the exhibition of the 50-60s of the XX century - the era of luxurious cars of millionaires, the "golden age" of the automotive industry, which is called the "Detroit Baroque". Chic and grace, like in old movies.
Race cars and middle-class cars were also presented.
1959 Cadillac Deville 240 hp
Marilyn Monroe drove this car. In 1955, the actress was deprived of her rights after an accident. Having exceeded the speed limit, she crashed into the car in front, the fine for violation was $500. The following year, Monroe again "caught" a violation - she drove without a license, she was threatened with imprisonment. Thanks to the lawyer, the actress easily escaped with a fine of $55.
Entrance to the exhibition for children (under 7 years old), pensioners and the disabled was free. Grandparents and grandchildren were delighted.
It seems that these cars have a soul... You can look at the details, wander around endlessly, remembering old adventure films.
1952 Buick Special, 190 hp
On an American site I found an advertisement for the sale of such a car for $ 6,500.
Good in every way
An old acquaintance is the 1952 Hudson Hornet, the name translates as "Mythical Hornet".
Popular racing car of the fifties of the last century. Multiple NASCAR race winner. In 1952, the Hudson Hornet brought 27 wins from 33 races, setting a hitherto unbeaten NASCAR record.
1954 Cadillac Eldorado
Millionaire car. Justifies its name, translated from Spanish means "gilded". According to legend, treasures are hidden in the mythical land of Eldorado. In 1954, a Cadillac Eldorado cost $5,738, a lot of money in those days. Now the price of such a car is about $101,000 (German collectors)
1959 Cadillac Eldorado 240 hp
The car of Elvis Presley, who was a fan of Cadillac. Elvis paid $10,000 for the Cadillac Eldorado. The singer did not skimp on buying expensive cars, which he then gave to friends.
Elvis and his favorite car
Ford Fairlane 500 - 1958, 240 hp
Luxury car from Ford Corporation.
Gorgeous 1959 Buick invicta, 240 hp
1964 Cadillac Eldorado
1961 Cadillac Eldorado 240 hp
Space design. Firestarter!
Cadillac Deville, 1968
Pontiac Bonneville, 1968, 320 hp
The manufacturer Pontiac was founded in 1899, since 1926 - a division of General Motors, which was closed in 2010 due to the crisis.
1969 Dodge Superbee 390 hp
It was a car for the middle class, which is very different from its frilly contemporaries a la "baroque"
1963 Chrysler 300 Convertible 300 HP
In 1963, Chrysler launched the Dream Car for Life program to make cars accessible to the middle class.
Now such a car costs $47,500
1969 Ford Mustang, 420 hp
The most popular youth car of the era, over a million Ford Mustangs were sold in 18 months
Ford Mustang, 1965, 365 hp
1965 Ford Mustang, 450 hp
Many different Ford Mustangs
1965 Ford Mustang, 365 hp
1967 Dodge Charger
Chevrolet camaro 1968
Chevrolet's answer to the Ford concern for the production of cars for the middle class. The name camaro comes from the word "camarade" (friend, comrade). This comfortable car was meant to be a friend to its owner.
To the question "what does camaro mean?" manufacturers joked about competitors "this is the name of a small, evil animal that eats mustangs"
1965 Pontiac Grand Prix 320 hp
Now this car costs about $34,000
1969 Plymouth fury, 230 hp
Plymouth division of Chrysler since 1928, closed in 2001
One of the most popular American brands. The Plymouth fury is featured as a killer car in Stephen King's Christina.
I especially liked this car - Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet Corvette, 1960
The first American sports car.
1969 Dodge Charger 290 HP
You can also find prices for some brands and models of retro cars on the website http://muscle.su/sales/1/
The next post will be about the cars of the 70-80s presented at the exhibition
For example, a 1978 Dodge Monaco, a real sheriff's car.
1978 Dodge Monaco 250 hp
The colorful sheriff of the exhibition
Car sofa for rest
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In every country there are car legends that, having become classics, acquire great value for collectors, millionaires or fans of domestic car brands. In our country, such vehicles were Gaz-21, Chaika, etc. vehicles. But today we will not talk about our Russian auto industry, but about amazing ones. Let's find out which ones.
Let's turn back the clock and think about cars, both without and with cruise control, that could not reach speeds of more than 100 km / h. And also along with this, let's also remember the time when it was impossible to listen to music in a car using a smartphone, since there were no mobile phones then, and music in a car was available only on car radios. Here are ten classic cars dreamed of by thousands of Americans, and not only them.
Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
The car was produced by the company from 1949 to 1975. Here is a 1957 car. Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe was equipped with a 4.3-liter V8 engine. The 1957 Chevrolet is the most coveted classic in both the US and other parts of the world. This is a beautiful vintage car that represents the industrial revolution in the USA.
The power of the car was 165 liters. With. at 4400 rpm, maximum torque: 348 Nm at 2200 rpm.
The car was equipped with rear-wheel drive and a two-speed automatic transmission. And also certain versions of the cars had a three-speed manual gearbox.
Fuel consumption: 25 liters per 100 kilometers
Fuel tank: 60 liters
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 12.1 seconds
Max speed: 159 km/h
Ford F-250 Camper Special
No American car has had as many sales as the Ford F-series. Here is the fifth generation of the 1967 pickup truck.
The appearance of this car in the US market was not without reason. Already towards the end of the 60s, 2/3 of pickups belonged to private individuals.
The car was equipped with a three-speed automatic transmission (the shift knob is located on the steering wheel) and a 5.8-liter V8 engine.
The power of the rear-wheel drive pickup was 179 hp. With. at 4000 rpm, maximum torque: 410 Nm at 2900 rpm.
Fuel consumption: 21.5 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 165 km/h
Chrysler PT Cruiser
Unlike the Dodge Viper and Plymouth Prowler cars, this car is most familiar in our automotive market, since at one time. As a result, many such cars were imported from Europe to Russia for the purpose of their subsequent resale.
The car claims to become a classic all over the world. The fact is that in the USA this car has recently become very popular in a certain circle of brand lovers.
This car first appeared on the market in 2000 and became a complete alternative to models such as the Citroen Berlingo and Ford Ka.
Despite its clear competitive advantages, the model did not gain huge popularity around the world and therefore was soon discontinued. As a result, due to the small number of copies produced, this model began to be of some value to many collectors.
The car was equipped with a 2-liter 4-cylinder engine, the power of which was 141 hp. With. at 5700 rpm, maximum torque: 188 Nm at 4150 rpm. The engine worked with a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed manual transmission was also available.
Fuel consumption: 8.7 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 190 km/h
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 9.7 seconds
Dodge Charger
In 1966, the debut of the car took place. This model has become the most beautiful of all American cars that entered the market in the 60s of the last century.
Due to its non-standard appearance, the car turned out to be trendy for that time.
The car was equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine with a capacity of 330 hp. With. at 5000 rpm, maximum torque: 576 Nm at 3200 rpm. The car was equipped with rear-wheel drive and a three-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel consumption: 25 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 198 km/h
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds
Cadillac Brougham
This model appeared on the market in 1990, it ended the era. Although it must be admitted that the appearance of this model of the early 90s most of all corresponded to the fashionable style of the 70s.
Inside this model, everything was done in shades of red. Under the hood, a V8 engine with a volume of 5 liters was installed. In the early 90s, most American cars had already managed to change their classic appearance to more. But the Cadillac Brougham model remained an adherent of the old boxy style with its large body sizes.
Engine power was 173 liters. With. at 4200 rpm, maximum torque: 346 Nm at 2400 rpm. The engine was paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel tank: 95 liters
Fuel consumption: 12.4 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 190 km/h
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 12.1 seconds
Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Indy 500 Pacecar
This car was created specifically for the Indy 500. . The car, compared to its predecessor, has become a little smaller in size, which made it possible to reduce the weight of the body itself.
For the first time in the design of the third generation Camaro, engineers stopped using the front subframe. The car was equipped with a 5.0-liter engine with 167 hp. With. at 4200 rpm, maximum torque: 326 Nm at 2400 rpm, the engine was paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel consumption: 12-19 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 195 km/h
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Winnebago Brave
In the 70s and 80s, there was a boom in the fashion for traveling by car in America. The most popular cars of that time were the so-called. Later, this fashion spread to Europe and other developed countries. Here is the classic Winnebago Brave motorhome, which has a bathroom with a toilet, a gas stove, a large living room, a real refrigerator. Thanks to the large bed, the living room can easily be turned into a bedroom.
The motorhome is equipped with a 5.8-liter V8 engine producing 167 hp. With. at 4000 rpm. The machine is equipped with rear-wheel drive and a three-speed automatic transmission.
Fresh water tank: 150 liters
Waste water tank: 80 liters
Max speed: 115 km/h
Fuel consumption: 15-18 liters per 100 kilometers
Ford Mustang GT 390 Fastback
When the car appeared in 1964, it instantly turned all the notions of sports cars that could be used to make daily trips. This car has influenced the entire automotive industry as a whole. You can compare this with how the company once influenced the entire world of electronics. The Ford Mustang has become a very fashionable car with a stunning design. That is why the youth fell in love with him. The same thing happened to this car as it did to iPhones.
The GT 390 was different from the rest of the models with its crazy character. For example, the car had amazing torque, which was 579 Nm at 3200 rpm.
Before you, dear lovers of retro cars, is the 1964 model, which was equipped with a 6.4-liter engine with a capacity of 320 hp. With. The car had rear-wheel drive, and as an option could be equipped with a three-speed automatic transmission. In the basic trim levels, the car was supplied only with a four-speed manual gearbox.
Fuel consumption: 20.5 liters per 100 kilometers
Max speed: 200 km/h
Overclocking With 0-100 km/ h: 7.5 seconds
Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
It appeared on the market in the 70s. The car was equipped with a 5.7-liter V8 engine. Here is a 1972 model.
The most valuable thing in this passenger car is the volume of its trunk, with the rear seats unfolded, it was 2367 liters.
The power of the car was 162 liters. With. at 4000 rpm, maximum torque: 372 Nm at 2400 rpm.
The car was equipped with rear-wheel drive and a three-speed automatic transmission.
Max speed: 170 km/h
Fuel consumption: 15-21 liters per 100 kilometers
Ford Hot Rod
Those Americans who amassed a sufficient fortune in the 1930s and 1950s could afford to buy a Ford Hot Rod. Before you, dear friends, is a charged version of this legendary car.
The car was equipped with a 7.0-liter engine with 360 hp. With. The car had a rear-wheel drive and a 3-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel consumption: 20 liters per 100 kilometers.
In conclusion, we would like to note that all these models presented by us in the rating had a huge impact on the US auto industry in their time. Without these cars, we would never see many of today's stunning modern American models.
The most noticeable features of this style were: an abundance of chrome parts in the body trim, panoramic windshields, huge wings-fins at the rear. By 1960, this flamboyant style had reached its highest point:
Already in the next year, 1961, the size of the fins decreased sharply, although the stopars were still mowed under rocket nozzles:
The architecture of the American car began to change before our eyes - its body turned into a huge flattened rectangle, the former streamlining and sophistication of lines began to gradually replace straightness and angularity.
On a Ford 62 years old, there was no trace of the fins left: 
Does this design remind you of anything? It was in 1962 that the first model of the body of the future GAZ-24 Volga car was created in the USSR, the refinement of which, as a result, dragged on beyond measure.
The graceful Imperial of 1962 still demonstrates many features of the continuity of the outgoing style: 
But the 1963 Buick is already quite similar to the classic American car that the whole world will see in countless films until the end of the 80s: 
In the early 60s, some of the old American car brands were still alive. Here, for example, the Studebaker model of 1963, only 3 years remain before the cessation of production of cars by this well-known company: 
In 1964, Imperial switched to a new style: 
And here is the symbol of the new design - the headlights protruding forward in a bracket-like manner on a 165 Pontiac: 
It is believed that this design made American cars ugly, but as they say, "there is no arguing about taste."
Pontiac-66: 
One of the last Studebakers of the 66th year looks completely un-American, something typically Italian: 
And this Studio of the final 66th looks like our Moskvich 408/412, isn't it? 
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But in America in the 60s, "mammals" died out, and automobile "dinosaurs" remained alive :-)
Imperial-68 - it’s not the headlights that protrude on the “muzzle”, but just some kind of brackets - the fashion is this: 
The same crocodile in profile: 
And Pontiac of the same 68 years came up with his own "chip" - a ram should perform! 
In the 70s. American auto-dinosaurs will reach their evolutionary peak.
Over the past century, the automotive industry has developed very dynamically. Each subsequent decade changed the industry, bringing something new beyond recognition. In our review, there are several "iconic" cars of the 1970s that have become real icons of the automotive industry.
1. Stutz Blackhawk
Far from the most recognizable car in Europe and almost unknown in Asian countries - Stutz Blackhawk, in the USA it became a real icon of the 70s. The car was introduced in 1968, and its production began in 1971 and continued until 1987. The car was positioned as a premium car.
2 Pontiac Firebird
The Pontiac Firebird, or rather the line of cars, has a very long and long history. The car series was produced by General Motors from 1967 to 2002. Despite this, the most recognizable Pontiac Firebird model was the one that was produced in the second half of the 70s.
3 Lamborghini Countach
The premium sports car Lamborghini Countach has overtaken not only many sports cars, but time itself. This car is known, perhaps, to everyone, at least for its appearance. The sports car was produced from 1974 to 1990. It is worth noting that only 1,997 cars were assembled for the entire time.
4 Ford Pinto
Another widely known, this time American car. Initially, the Ford Pinto was produced exclusively for the American market and was positioned as a super compact car. The car was named after the piebald color of the horse. The release of the Ford Pinto began in 1970 and continued through 1980.
5 Lancia Stratos
The Lancia Stratos HF is not just another "icon" of the 70s of the XX century. Today it is generally accepted that this car was the first car officially released specifically for participation in the rally. The first demonstration of the car took place at the Turin Motor Show in 1970. Subsequently, the car became so popular that it was even used in the cinema.
6.Fiat X1/9
It is impossible not to mention such a baby as the Fiat X1 / 9. The car was produced from 1972 to 1982. Later, its release was extended at another plant until 1989. The key feature of the Fiat X1/9 was its unusual bodywork.
7. Bricklin SV-1
Canadian sports car Bricklin SV-1 was released in 1974. The car was produced for only two years, after which its production was curtailed. As you might guess, one of the features of Bricklin was the seagull doors. Another less obvious feature was the carbon fiber bodywork.
8 BMW 2002 Turbo
Don't be fooled, the chubby old BMW 2002 Turbo could light up the best cars. However, a much more remarkable feature was that it was the first European car to use turbocharging technology.
9 Reliant Robin
The Reliant Robin is perhaps the funniest, most insecure and memorable car of the seventh decade of the 20th century. The car had three wheels, in view of which, in the UK, it was considered not even a car, but a three-wheeled motorcycle. As for the year of manufacture, the Reliant Robin has actually been produced since 1953.
In continuation, look at those that are guaranteed to surprise you.
By the beginning of the 70s, Americans began to get used to the fact that an SUV is suitable not only for trips along the Nebraska country road from Sam's farm to Joe's farm ... The turbulent sixties were very fruitful for American SUVs (see the previous issue for more details).
Cars acquired automatic transmissions, power steering and brakes, ventilated front brake discs, air conditioning, an adjustable steering column and other luxury attributes borrowed from cars.
Since that time, the great migration of off-road vehicles from rural spaces to paved city streets began. However, the real all-wheel drive fashion appeared after 1971, coinciding with the end of the Muscle Cars era. The new generation preferred the opportunity to communicate with nature to crazy races through the night streets.
Salon and dashboard. Chevy Blazer of the second half of the 70s. The choice offered a triple sofa or two armchairs with a glove compartment
THERE ARE NO CLAIMS TO THE PEASANTS
In fact, there were several reasons for this. The first, and perhaps most important, is openly leftist sentiment among American youth and the intellectual elite, who despised bourgeois values in the form of large and heavy-duty cars - both sports "muscles" and full-size (full-size). It even came to the demonstrative funeral of the hated "gasoline eaters" bought together. Off-road vehicles, by inertia, were considered cars of farmers and the working class, but how can a decent left have any claims against workers and peasants? Well, except perhaps for reproaches of insufficient consciousness.
The second reason is the introduction of strict speed limits on all roads. And if the speed limit is 60 miles per hour (however, in each state in its own way), then there is no point in buying a high-speed passenger car with a low seating position and decent handling. High all-terrain vehicles with fully dependent suspension are also quite suitable.
The third is the mandatory installation of catalytic converters for exhaust gases on all American cars. And since they only work properly at a certain number of revolutions, the motors had to be strangled with limiters. As a result, 300-400-strong monsters instantly became history.
Oddly enough, the fourth reason was the 1973 fuel crisis. On the one hand, he greatly frightened the Americans, forcing many to pay attention to compact, economical cars. On the other hand, it ended so quickly that many again wanted something powerful and preferably an eight-cylinder. And here, in favor of SUVs, coupled with all of the above, the effect of novelty played.
Dashboard Plymouth TrailDuster:
1. Large diameter thin steering wheel with power steering
2. Automatic Speed Control - Chrysler analogue of Cruise Control
3. Index of automatic transmission modes Torque Flite
4.AM/FM receiver
5. Air conditioner nozzles
6. Roomy glove box
7. Banks with drinks in "bank holders" and a compartment for small change
8. The only puncture that affected sales was the unfortunate location of the transfer case selector
NOT WORSE THAN CARS
And, finally, the fifth reason was that the new generation of SUVs in terms of comfort was in no way inferior to cars. And in terms of high landing and visibility, it even excelled. By about the mid-70s, any American all-terrain vehicle, except for the simple Jeep CJ series, could boast of a complete “passenger” set of luxury items. The typical look of an SUV of the 70s quickly formed: two doors, a convertible body with a quick-release roof (often fiberglass), a fully dependent suspension. The exceptions here were the four-door Jeep Wagoneer and its two-door Cherokee version, which did not have a removable top (see 4x4 Club #6'2011 for details) and the compact CJ-series Jeep. However, we will talk about it another time.
ENTERTAINMENT, NOT WORK
At the same time, in all advertising publications and commercials, a special emphasis was placed on the fact that these cars are intended for recreation and entertainment. For example, for a trip to the beach with surfboards in a spacious body or for fun "rides" on the sand dunes. And to further provoke the buyer, since about 1976, all SUV manufacturers began to vied with each other to offer special modifications.
The Plymouth TrailDuster featured a quick-release roof that was easy to replace with a convertible top.
Brightly painted, usually in two or three colors, often with additional details on the sidewall, hood and even the roof, with expensive interior trim, they, at the request of the future owner, could be understaffed with everything your heart desires! Forged wheels (later cast from aluminum alloy), "bars", winches, roll bars with powerful headlights, chrome-plated hooks and footpegs and much more. Soon, mass-produced kits appeared that turned a standard SUV into a monstrous "Big Foot" on huge wheels with a tank's cross-country ability.
Blazer/Jimmy.
Dodge Ramcharger from the 1978 "Four by Four" limited edition
SECOND GENERATION
In 1973, General Motors released a new generation of Blazer / Jimmy SUVs - naturally, based on the frame, components and assemblies, again a new series of light trucks. Unlike the previous model, the external differences between the Chevrolet Blazer and the GMC Jimmy were minimal and mostly limited to the nameplates and grille pattern. Engines were offered most often eight-cylinder, with a working volume of 5 to 6.5 liters. Power varied between 140-180 hp. With.
International Scout II, 1974
The updated International Scout II, at the request of the buyer, was decorated with "wooden" panels on the sides of the body. Of course it was just vinyl.
In 1976, the body was slightly changed. The roof was no longer completely removable - now only the rear part above the cargo compartment and the second row of seats were subject to dismantling. At the same time, the driver and passenger remained in the cab as in a conventional pickup truck, only without the rear wall. Around the same time, the Blazer/Jimmy buyer gets to choose between either a permanent all-wheel drive version or a plug-in front axle version.
CHRYSLER INCLUDED IN THE GAME
Exactly one year after the debut of the second Blazer, the new Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth TrailDuster all-terrain vehicles, based on a shortened pickup chassis, saw the light of day. Both cars boasted the largest engines among American SUVs - 7.2 liters. Power after strangulation with a catalyst was 230 liters. With. at 4000 rpm. But the torque was impressive - 475 Nm at 3200 rpm. For comparison: the torque of the seven-liter gasoline engine of the Soviet all-wheel drive truck Ural-377D was 466 Nm at 2000 rpm.
International SSII, 1977.
It was distinguished by a simplified body with a soft top and canvas doors (pictured). But forged wheels, a powerful V8 and reinforced suspension were in the base
The rest of the engines of the "Chrysler" SUVs in the first year of production were also eight-cylinders with a volume of 5.2 to 6.5 liters and a power of 150-200 hp. With. In 1975, an in-line "six" appeared, which, with a working volume of 3.7 liters, developed a modest 90 hp. With.
Oh, and don't forget: for people who understand the important feature of the Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth TrailDuster, it was permanent all-wheel drive with a lockable center differential.
FAREWELL SCOUT
International Harvester rolled in in the 70s with the new Scout II off-road vehicle. The main differences from the old one were, firstly, the modern angular design, and secondly, the instrument panel, unified with the larger family of pickups. Structurally, the car did not change much - the dependent spring suspension and the connected front axle did not disappear until the very end of production.
Interior of International Scout II.
Pay attention to the air conditioning nozzles under the instrument panel
Usually, the following engines were installed on the Scout: a four-cylinder displacement of 3.2 liters (76-111 hp) and two "eights" - 5.0 liters with a capacity of 122-144 hp. With. and 5.65 liters V8 with a capacity of 148-197 hp. With. Part of the eight-cylinder engines were equipped with fuel equipment for operation on liquefied gas. Since 1977, Nissan diesels (3.3 liters, 98 hp) have been installed in small quantities, since no power plant, even from an average truck, could fit under the hood of the Scout II. But they did not intend to cut off a half from a large diesel engine (so, by the way, a four-cylinder gasoline engine appeared at one time).
In 1976, the IHC management decided, following the example of competitors, to unify the Scout with light trucks as much as possible. But instead of making a new large SUV based on a full-size pickup truck, International did the opposite - the base of the Scout II was stretched from 2540 to 2997 mm. The result is the new Terra light truck and the long Scout Traveler station wagon. Alas, the full-size family of pickup trucks and a direct competitor to the Chevrolet Suburban - the four-door Traveler - was not produced for long. Naturally, this did not happen because of a good life. Due to errors in management, IHC began to rapidly lose ground to competitors. If in 1972 it was possible to sell 212,654 light trucks and SUVs, then in 1976 - a little more than 111 thousand copies.
GMC Jimmy (1973-1976). Differed from the Chevrolet Blazer mainly in the grille and emblems
WITHOUT ROOF AND DOORS
One of the last efforts to stay on the market was an attempt to create in 1977 a kind of analogue of the Jeep CJ7. To do this, they removed the doors from the usual Scout II, narrowed the doorways with special inserts, removed the roof, installed a safety arc, decorated the front with a black plastic radiator grille with large vertical teeth and something like a rudimentary kengurin. In addition, a new special modification, called SSII (i.e. Super Scout II), has acquired forged wheels, reinforced suspension and bright gold-black details on the sidewalls. The "eight" with a working volume of 5.7 liters was standard.
LATE BRONCO
Ford in the 70s somewhat underestimated the SUV market. "Ford" managers believed that there was no point in investing in this direction. Therefore, it is not surprising that the 1966 Ford Bronco (see previous issue) did not change for a long time. Of course, it has become more powerful, more comfortable, more convenient and safer to operate due to the installation of a V8 with a working volume of 5.0 liters, power steering and seat belts. But outwardly, he remained the same Spartan SUV as ten years ago. In addition, it was poorly unified with pickups, which increased the cost. As a result, the new Bronco was introduced very late, only in 1978.
HIGH VOLUME WITH SMALL POWER
Strictly speaking, it was a transitional model, since it borrowed the front lever-spring dependent suspension from its predecessor, and the frame and most of the body from the Ford F100 pickup truck. Like the Chevy Blazer, the big Bronco got a quick-release rear roof, while Chrysler SUVs borrowed the idea of permanent all-wheel drive. They equipped the Ford Bronco until 1980. The standard engine was a 5.8-liter V8 with 130-156 hp. with., for an additional fee, it was possible to install a 6.5-liter engine with a capacity of 170 liters. With. However, in this form, the big Bronco was produced only until 1980. The second fuel crisis and the events that followed it required significant adjustments to both the design and the very concept of the SUV. And not only Ford.
