Car Designed With Seats That Reclined Into Beds. The story of the world's first “Bed-In-A-Car"

Nash first introduced the Ambassador name in 1927 on a special trim of the Advanced Six. By 1932, it evolved into the stand-alone Ambassador Eight model range. After World War II, from 1946 to 1948, it returned as the Ambassador Six.

However, it was the 1949 redesign that truly set the Ambassador apart. Nash ditched the traditional body-on-frame layout for a sleek unibody construction and created one of the most aerodynamic car bodies of the time.

The 1949 Ambassador also had enclosed front wheels—an unusual feature that remained a distinctive trait until 1957. But the coolest feature? The reclining front seats.

Unlike modern cars, the Ambassador's front seatbacks could fold flat to fill the gap between the front and back rows, turning the interior into a full-size bed that could sleep up to three adults. This made it perfect for sportsmen who wanted to go hiking, fishing, or camping and spend the night in their car.

Though the 1949-to-1951 Airflyte was popular back in the day, its quirky design kept it from massive success. Many ended up in junkyards, making them rare finds today.