Coupe
Coachwork: Pininfarina
Chassis #: D-12575
Engine #: F-13206
After the American Motors Corporation merged with the Nash Company, CEO of Nash-Kelvinator George Mason hired Batista Farina at Pinin Farina as a consultant to the new in-house styling department.Pinin Farina had creative input on the full range of Nash cars while also handling design work for the 1952-1954 Nash-Healey sports cars. His most eye-catching concept is the two-seat Rambler Coupe called the Palm Beach introduced in 1957 but never put into production.
The Rambler-based 2-seater coupe exemplifies the idea that might have directed American Motors to greater success in 1956. Alas, the advanced, one-of-a-kind Italian dream car was unfortunately never considered for production. All of the major mechanical components including the clutch pedal starting system came from the 100-inch wheelbase Rambler. The flathead straight-six produces 82 horsepower and features a side-draft carburetor required by the low hood. The floor-mounted gearshift operates a three-speed transmission.
By the time the Palm Beach was completed, American Motors no longer had an interest in adding a sports car to their lineup.
1956 Nash Rambler Palm Beach Concept
Nash
2011 The Scottsdale Auction - Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $550,000-USD $650,000
Sale Price :
USD $528,000
2010 Gooding and Company : The Amelia Island Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $700,000-USD $900,000
Lot was not sold
Recent Sales of the Nash Rambler Palm Beach Concept
(Data based on Model Year 1956 sales)
1956 Nash Rambler 'Palm Beach' Coupe Speciale Chassis#: D-12575 Sold for USD$528,000 2011 The Scottsdale Auction - Gooding & Company | ![]() ![]() |
Nash Rambler Palm Beach Concepts That Failed To Sell At Auction
1956 Nash Rambler Palm Beach Concept's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1956 Nash Rambler Palm Beach Coupe Special | D-12575 | 2010 Gooding and Company : The Amelia Island Auction | $700,000 | $900,000 |
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