Subaru Sales Brochure, "The Beauty of All-Wheel Drive," 1996

THF291404 / Subaru Sales Brochure, "The Beauty of All-Wheel Drive," 1996
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Artifact Overview

Japanese automaker Subaru was founded in 1953 and exported its first cars to the United States in 1968. The company became known for its horizontally opposed boxer engines and its widespread use of all-wheel drive. Subaru's outdoorsy wagons and crossovers attracted a devoted following among American car buyers.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Brochure

Date Made

1995

Subject Date

1996

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2000.16.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 7.25 in
Width: 11 in

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