And, the Pinto was a very bad car. Including my '74 wagon. (2.3L engine, Auto box, AM radio, and A/C. Turning on the A/C saved a lot of brake wear.) I think many of them were recycled into cans for "Scotch Buy" beer.[/QUOTE]
My brother bought a lease-return 75 Pinto wagon for his wife. It was the more deluxe model with the walnut grain wallpaper on it. I took it for a ride and when I returned I replied "that baby really moves for a four banger". My brother replied "look under the hood". It had a small V-6 in it.
PS. Was "Scotch Buy" beer the lowest priced beer in your area.