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The History of the Pinto

There was a radio spot for the Pinto in the 70s and Ford had to get their agency to get rid of it. The original design of the Pinto had a gas tank that started six inches from the rear bumper. We don't know anything about the design of cars, but we do know this: Easy Bake Ovens are death traps too.

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