Examples of Chopped-Off Style
I can think of only one example of an American car having its aft end drastically shortened in order to create a new model or new brand. That was the American Motors Corporation (AMC) Gremlin derived from the AMC Hornet . A slightly similar example is the General Motors "Aeroback" style found on some 1978 Buick and Oldsmobile models. Some background regarding these poor-selling cars is here . Aerobacks were created by putting an angular fastback on what was basically a bustleback design. Due to the shaping details, the visual effect was that of a chopped-off rear end on four-door versions (but less so for coupés). Gallery A 1970 AMC Hornet 2-door, the basis for the Gremlin. High rear quarter view of a 1971 Gremlin. Side view of a 1972 2-door Hornet. Side view of a 1971 Gremlin. Gremlins were the same as Hornets forward of the B-pillars, though the aft door cuts differ slightly. The Gremlin's wheelbase is one English foot (305 mm) shorter than the Hor...