Nash Statesman

Nash Statesman (1951)

The Nash Statesman (1950-1956) was the cheaper version of the two main model series from Nash Motors and cost a little less than the Nash Ambassador . Basically it was just a renamed Nash 600 Airflyte .

Although the Statesman's interior was similar to that of the Ambassador, the upholstery and trim materials were simpler and cheaper.

The mechanical difference compared to the Ambassador was a significantly shorter wheelbase, which was due to a shorter front end. Therefore, the front fenders and hoods of the two vehicles were not the same. From the A-pillar to the rear, however, both models corresponded.

The Statesman's engine was based on the powerful and reliable decade-old Nash "L-Head" "Light-Six" engine, which was constructed in the 1920s and in the Nash LaFayette and Nash 600 until the 1940s survived. What was remarkable about this design were the intake and exhaust manifolds cast in the block. Because the Statesman was so light, testers and customers alike reported remarkably low gas mileage.

The Nash Statesman models were offered in three sub-model series: The upper one was the Statesman Custom , the entry-level version of the Statesman Super . The third row was a vehicle fleet model that was mostly ordered by companies or government agencies.

The last Statesman models were built in August 1956; all Nash models from 1957 were called Ambassador .