The Ford Pinto: A Look Back at the Controversial Compact Car

In the early 1960s, Ford Motor Company released the Pinto. It was a relatively cheap, small car that quickly gained a reputation for its dangerous design.

In this video, we're exploring what went wrong with the Ford Pinto. We'll look at the history of the car, its design flaws, and the public outcry that followed its release. If you're interested in car history, or you're just curious about the Ford Pinto, this video is a great place to start!

THIS IS THE STORY OF THE FORD PINTO

The Ford Pinto went on sale on September 11, 1970, in one body style, a fastback sedan with an enclosed trunk. A hatchback became available on February 20, 1971, debuting at the Chicago Auto Show.[19] In 1971, the Pinto brochure came with a paper cutout Pinto that one could fold to make a 3D model.

Marketed as the Runabout, the hatchback went on sale five days later, priced at $2,062 ($13,797 in 2021 dollars ]).[19] The hatch itself featured exposed chrome hinges for the liftgate and five decorative chrome strips, sprung scissor struts to assist in opening the hatch, a rear window approximately as large as the sedan's, and a fold-down seat