AMC Rebel

The AMC Rebel (known as the Rambler Rebel in 1967) is a midsized car produced by American Motors Corporation (AMC) from the 1967 until the 1970 model year. It replaced the Rambler Classic. A similar AMC Matador line replaced the Rebel models, starting with the 1971 model year. The Rebel was positioned as the high-volume seller in the independent automaker's line of models. The Rebel was also available in several specialty models, including station wagons featuring themed trim and luxury equipment offered only in selected geographical regions. A high-performance, low-priced muscle car version was produced in 1970, the Machine, which is most recognized in its flamboyant white, red, and blue trim. The Rebel is the shorter-wheelbase, intermediate-sized version of the longer-wheelbase, full-sized Ambassador line. The Rebel was built at AMC's West Assembly Line (along with the Ambassador) in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and in Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Bramalea – Brampton Assembly Plant). The Rebel was also assembled from Complete Knock-down (CKD) kits under license in Europe (by Renault in 1967), in Mexico (by Vehiculos Automotores Mexicanos), in Costa Rica by Purdy Motor; and from Semi Knockdown kits (SKD) in Australia (by Australian Motor Industries), and in New Zealand (by Campbell Motor Industries). Although the Rambler name was discontinued on the Rebel in the U.S. and Canadian markets after the 1967 model year, the cars continued to be sold in international markets under the historic "Rambler" brand.