new low-drag disc brakes were featured as standard equipment. a five-speed manual transmission joined the options list. the optional automatic transmission received wider gear ratios for better fuel economy. all received as standard equipment the "select drive" system that could be changed between all-wheel drive and two-wheel drive for a potential increase in fuel economy. the system put the front axle and prop shaft into the gas-saving freewheeling mode from the driver's seat. the series 30 sedan was no longer available with the sport package.