In the 70s, American auto companies had a habit of finding ways to save a few pennies in tough market conditions. With an international fuel crisis in the making, resulting in a new focus on fuel economy and emissions, customers were aiming to downsize their cars. Chrysler, Ford, General Motors and the former AMC all felt the financial pinch. Even the iconic Ford Mustang was feeling the heat, the Mustang II not managing to find favor with the Ford faithful.
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