Part 2: How Many of These Rustbucket Cars Can You Name?

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1950 Rustbuckets Pt. 2 Quiz Questions

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Question 1

Even in this utility vehicle's decrepit state, it's hard to mistake that iconic grill from anything else - even if nature has claimed it as it's own.

  • A
    Ford F-150
  • B
    Dodge Ram
  • C
    Willys-Overland Jeepster
  • D
    Chevy El Camino

Question 2

We're not giving you too many hints on this one - Let's just say it's one of the "11 window" versions.

  • A
    Dodge Caravan
  • B
    Fiat 500
  • C
    Volkswagen Bus
  • D
    Chrysler Town & Country

Question 3

1955 was a boom year for car sales, with nearly 7.5 million cars sold as the post-WWII baby boom hit a peak. One was this two-door hardtop, complete with four VentiPorts on each side.

  • A
    Chrysler Newport
  • B
    Pontiac Bonneville
  • C
    Dodge Dart
  • D
    Buick Roadmaster

Question 4

This 1956 station wagon has been left with quite the motley paint job after what was likely years or decades sitting out in the snow. Still, the chrome work and side VentiPorts appear to be in remarkably good shape.

  • A
    Oldsmobile Cutlass
  • B
    Studebaker Lark
  • C
    Hudson Hornet
  • D
    Buick Special

Question 5

Powered by a Rocket V8 made famous in one of the first ever rock and roll tunes, this model was among the hottest of its day. For just $2,750, this patinated '55 was offered for sale in early 2018.

  • A
    DeSoto Firedome
  • B
    Ford Galaxie
  • C
    Oldsmobile 88
  • D
    Hudson Hornet

Question 6

The massive, swooping tailfins tell you this was a 1959. The trademark split grill and Wide Track body are what you need to identify to know the make and model.

  • A
    Mercury Montclair
  • B
    Pontiac Bonneville
  • C
    Chrysler Newport
  • D
    Nash American

Question 7

This 1955 model has its share of scratches and rust, but the exterior looks to be in decent shape. The only problem is that this "performance" model is missing both the 300 horsepower 6.0 liter V8 engine and transmission.

  • A
    Ford Thunderbird
  • B
    DeSoto Custom
  • C
    Buick Century
  • D
    Dodge Charger

Question 8

No engine. No hood. No title. No problem? This 1957 was offered up for $5,000 even though the very frame of the car is rusted out. It was the top of the line offering from its manufacturer back in the day.

  • A
    Cadillac de Ville
  • B
    Hudson Hornet
  • C
    Oldsmobile 98
  • D
    Studebaker Avanti

Question 9

Once a proud model at the top of this marque's offerings, this 1956 has had a combination of time and the elements weather the car. The name became dated in the 1960s, and the car was phased out in 1966-67.

  • A
    Studebaker Dictator
  • B
    Ford Edsel
  • C
    Chevrolet Corvair
  • D
    Pontiac Star Chief

Question 10

This 1955 model was the top-end full-sized offering from the manufacturer that year. While it's covered in rust, at least all of the body is there, making this one a good bet for restoration.

  • A
    Ford Fairlane
  • B
    DeSoto Adventurer
  • C
    Chevy Bel Air
  • D
    Buick Skylark

Question 11

This short-lived model was only produced from 1954-1958, and was positioned at the bottom of its manufacturer's lineup. This one is a '58, which means it could contain the first ever Big Block V8 offered by its marque.

  • A
    Packard President
  • B
    Buick Wildcat
  • C
    Chevrolet Delray
  • D
    Mercury Marauder

Question 12

Another once proud model here that's been relegated to "parts car" status. This rare model was only produced in 1957, and came standard with a massive 375 horsepower engine.

  • A
    Buick Invicta
  • B
    Cadillac Eldorado
  • C
    Chrysler 300C
  • D
    Buick Century GNX

Question 13

Among the nicest cars on this list, this 1954 model still has some work to be done as far as restoration goes. Adjusted for inflation, the asking price of $20,000 probably makes this model quite a bargain.

  • A
    Imperial 300K
  • B
    Packard President
  • C
    Lincoln Mark I
  • D
    Cadillac Eldorado

Question 14

Another former luxury model, this 1951 car was once among the most opulent cars money could buy. After decades of neglect, would you restore this former beauty?

  • A
    Lincoln Continental
  • B
    Packard Patrician
  • C
    Hudson Hornet
  • D
    Imperial LeBaron

Question 15

Complete with not one, but TWO hood ornaments, this uniquely styled model was made in its company's dying days. Today this rusted beauty peers out at us from a grassy field somewhere, having long outlasted its parent company.

  • A
    Studebaker Champion
  • B
    Nash American
  • C
    Packard President
  • D
    DeSoto Firedome

Question 16

The marketing campaign for these revolutionary models said, "Suddenly, it's 1960!" This particular model was buried in a time capsule in 1957 and unearthed in 2007. Unfortunately, the time capsule did not adequately shield the car from the elements.

  • A
    Chevrolet Biscayne
  • B
    Plymouth Belvedere
  • C
    Hudson Hornet
  • D
    Pontiac Bonneville

Question 17

This family-friendly 1958 car might be better called a "dustbucket". After spending 1955-1957 as a standalone model, this station wagon marque became attached to other models in the lineup.

  • A
    Ford Galaxie 500
  • B
    Studebaker Champion
  • C
    Pontiac Safari
  • D
    Mercury Ranchero Special

Question 18

Very few things scream "1950s" like a two-door wagon like the model offered here. This 1959 model isn't the prettiest right now, but a little TLC will be sure to restore what was once America's cheapest new car.

  • A
    Studebaker Champion
  • B
    Chevrolet Delray
  • C
    AMC Rambler
  • D
    Ford Pinto

Question 19

There just may be more rust than car in this model's case. This particular 1957 car ended up in South Africa and has some slight cosmetic differences from the American version, making this one doubly tough.

  • A
    Lincoln Zephyr
  • B
    Ford Thunderbird
  • C
    Kaiser-Frazer Manahattan
  • D
    Chrysler Saratoga

Question 20

Last but not least, this stationary station wagon is far from the sexiest car on this list, but found a buyer in the $2,000 range early in 2018. Come on, how many cars have triple tail lights? Not many is the answer.

  • A
    Kaiser-Frazer Deluxe
  • B
    Oldsmobile Jetfire
  • C
    DeSoto Shopper
  • D
    Buick Skylark

Question 21

This luxury car was made a separate make in 1955, and this 1959 model was the last of the generation that auto critics consider the brand's classic period.

  • A
    Studebaker Avanti
  • B
    Cadillac Series 70
  • C
    Lincoln Mark I
  • D
    Imperial Crown

Question 22

One of the most obscure models on this list, this particular car sat in a barn for over 30 years, resulting in its current state. This spartan model is a 1953, which was the second to last year it was produced.

  • A
    DeSoto Adventurer
  • B
    Chevrolet 150
  • C
    Ford Mainline
  • D
    Kaiser Henry J

Question 23

This sorry 1955 model was nearly sold into scrap metal before an intrepid collector quickly bought it. Back in the day, though, this was the top-end model of its marque.

  • A
    Chevrolet Nomad
  • B
    Dodge Royal Lancer
  • C
    Oldsmobile Starfire
  • D
    Kaiser-Frazer Manhattan

Question 24

1959 saw a host of new models introduced to the market, including this very car. This car, called "the banker's hot rod", had "delta fins" on the rear, a styling element unique to the model.

  • A
    Packard President
  • B
    Buick Invicta
  • C
    Pontiac Safari
  • D
    Cadillac Eldorado

Question 25

This 1952 convertible sports a V8 hemi under the hood - if you can get it running. With a relative minimum of rust, we bet there's still a lot of fun to be had with this formerly top-end model.

  • A
    Ford Galaxie 500
  • B
    Hudson Hornet
  • C
    DeSoto Firedome
  • D
    Oldsmobile Jetfire

Question 26

This proud post-war 1950 model has seen better days, but hopefully is awaiting some restoration. Assembled in Highland Park, Michigan, it was discontinued after the 1950 model year.

  • A
    DeSoto Custom
  • B
    Buick Invicta
  • C
    Plymouth De Luxe
  • D
    Mercury Eight

Question 27

This was the top-of-the-line car in 1956 for this marque. Aggressively styled and with only a minimum amount of rust, I'd be willing to bet this car's best days are still ahead of it.

  • A
    DeSoto Firedome
  • B
    Imperial Custom
  • C
    Oldsmobile 442
  • D
    Mercury Montclair

Question 28

Big, luxurious and fast - in 1953, this car was the epitome of those qualities. Hopefully that two-tone red and white paint job wasn't done to conceal rust - otherwise this model's actually in decent shape.

  • A
    Lincoln Capri
  • B
    Cadillac Series 62
  • C
    Packard President
  • D
    Oldsmobile Cutlass

Question 29

This roadster has its headlights so close together that they might as well be the same light. Designed by venerable Italian designer Pinin Farina, this 1952 was the first year produced following the remodel.

  • A
    Austin-Healey
  • B
    Nash-Healey
  • C
    Muntz Jet
  • D
    Tucker Torpedo

Question 30

We did say these would get harder, right? Don't call this a "pickup truck" - this utility coupe from 1951 was custom built... and then abandoned.

  • A
    Dodge Ram
  • B
    DeSoto Shopper
  • C
    Chevy CK1500
  • D
    Mercury Eight

Comments (3)

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Most were fairly easy to answer!!!

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Great quiz, however, two cars were incorrect. Pictured, was not a ‘58 Buick but a 54 or 55. Also, pictured was a 59 Buick not a ‘60.

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Most were fairly easy, but some were pretty hard.

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