History

I learn that my mom’s uncle, Edmund Anderson, was the lead designer for Nash from 1950 to 1961. That motivated me to begin a search for a Nash. I chose the Metropolitan and found this 1957.

Harold and Erma Hamilton purchased a pair of Metropolitans after retirement. This is Erma’s car. It has been stored in her garage for years. Harold’s car is currently with the grandson in Richland, WA. I purchased the car in March of 2021. At the time it was not running.

Price New

$1,527 (1957)

Body

4 passenger subcompact styled by William J. Flajole.

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase	85.0 in
Track: front	45.3 in
Track: rear	44.9 in
Length:	149.5 in
Width	61.5 in
Height	54.5 in
Curb weight:	1785 lb
Weight distribution:	?

Engine

Type	I4 cylinder
Displacement	1498 cc
Compression	7.2:1
Max output	47 bhp @ 4100
Max torque	74 lbft @ 2100

Performance

0-60 mph	22.4 s
0-quarter mile	21-9 s
Top speed	75 mph

Production

1954-1962

94,986