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The top-level full-size model in the 1957 Nash line was the Ambassador Custom sedan. This would be the last year for Nash and Hudson, the two companies that had merged to form American Motors in 1954. The growing popularity of the Rambler prompted cancelation of these luxury cars. Despite this, many changes were incorporated into the design of the 1957 Ambassador.
A flatter roof stamping and a change from 15- to 14-inch wheels lowered the car by two inches. Rear styling remained largely the same, but the front was altered dramatically by 'un-skirting' the front wheel openings, ending a Nash styling tradition dating to 1949. The 1957 Nash was among the first American cars to feature quad headlights as standard equipment. Other notable features included those famous Nash 'seat-to-bed' front seats and unitized body construction. A Nash-designed 327 cubic-inch V8 was standard on the Ambassador.
This Nash Ambassador Custom was purchased by the current owner in 1989. It retains its original 'Mojave Yellow' roof paint while the 'Avocado Metallic' and black lower body areas were refinished in the original colors. The interior remains in substantially original condition.
A flatter roof stamping and a change from 15- to 14-inch wheels lowered the car by two inches. Rear styling remained largely the same, but the front was altered dramatically by 'un-skirting' the front wheel openings, ending a Nash styling tradition dating to 1949. The 1957 Nash was among the first American cars to feature quad headlights as standard equipment. Other notable features included those famous Nash 'seat-to-bed' front seats and unitized body construction. A Nash-designed 327 cubic-inch V8 was standard on the Ambassador.
This Nash Ambassador Custom was purchased by the current owner in 1989. It retains its original 'Mojave Yellow' roof paint while the 'Avocado Metallic' and black lower body areas were refinished in the original colors. The interior remains in substantially original condition.
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1957 Nash Ambassador Series 80 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Nash Ambassador Series 80
(Data based on Model Year 1957 sales)
1957 Nash Ambassador Custom Hardtop Sold for USD$20,000 2016 Mecum : Chicago | |
1957 Nash Ambassador Custom Country Club Hardtop Sold for USD$27,500 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Spring | |
1957 Nash Ambassador Custom 2-Door Hardtop Sold for USD$42,000 2009 Mecum - '57 Heaven Auction | |
1957 Nash Ambassador Country Club Sold for USD$26,950 2009 Classic Car Auction of Michigan | |
1957 Nash Ambassador Series 80 Sold for USD$30,250 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1957 NASH AMBASSADOR SUPER UNKNOWN Sold for USD$3,700 2001 Kruse Auction - San Antonio, TX |
Nash Ambassador Series 80s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1957 Nash Ambassador Series 80's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1957 NASH AMBASSADOR CUSTOM HARDTOP | 2014 Mecum Chicago | $32,500 | |||
1957 NASH AMBASSADOR FOUR DOOR | 2002 Kruse Auction Oklahoma City, OK | $4,750 |
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