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Question 1

The best-selling car of all time and the original "Volkswagen" needs no introduction. You know it as the Beetle. It was officially the:

  • A
    Golf
  • B
    Type 1/Bug
  • C
    Polo
  • D
    Kombi

Question 2

What is the English translation of "Volkswagen"?

  • A
    Folk song
  • B
    People's car
  • C
    Communist car
  • D
    National wagon

Question 3

Known as the Golf overseas, this compact car had big shoes to fill in 1974 as the successor to the Beetle.

  • A
    Citi
  • B
    Rabbit
  • C
    Squirrel
  • D
    Fox

Question 4

This late-70s edition of the 911 was the fastest-accelerating production car of its era. It was the first production 911 to feature a turbocharged engine.

  • A
    911 GT
  • B
    911 RS
  • C
    911 Turbo
  • D
    911 PS

Question 5

Pope Benedict XVI rode in a popemobile modified from this class of SUV.

  • A
    M-Class
  • B
    S-Class
  • C
    G-Class
  • D
    P-Class

Question 6

This all-wheel drive road and rally car was introduced in 1980. Its name can still be found on many modern-day models.

  • A
    Quattro
  • B
    SS
  • C
    RS
  • D
    TDI

Question 7

Porsche's first four-door luxury sedan entered production in 2009. What is it called?

  • A
    913
  • B
    Panamera
  • C
    Macan
  • D
    Biturbo

Question 8

What name was given to the record-breaking Mercedes-Benz race cars of the 1930s?

  • A
    White Tigers
  • B
    Red Dragons
  • C
    Green Hornets
  • D
    Silver Arrows

Question 9

Originally called the Dasher and then the Quantum, Volkswagen's mid-sized sedan offering has been known by this name in the U.S. since 1989.

  • A
    Tiguan
  • B
    CC
  • C
    Touareg
  • D
    Passat

Question 10

Marking a new era in production, this supercar was the first ever vehicle designed and built entirely by the AMG performance division.

  • A
    SLS AMG
  • B
    GT AMG
  • C
    SLR
  • D
    600 AMG

Question 11

Porsche's "entry-level" model, this two-door sports car began production in 1996 and is still produced today.

  • A
    Panamera
  • B
    Targa
  • C
    912
  • D
    Boxster

Question 12

This supercar often appears on all-time "best car" lists. Produced from 2004 - 2007, this car makes over 600 horsepower and can easily go 200 mph with stock equipment.

  • A
    Macan
  • B
    Biturbo
  • C
    Panamera
  • D
    Carrera GT

Question 13

Porsche introduced its first SUV in 2002 to great acclaim, with the second generation still in production.

  • A
    966
  • B
    Panamera
  • C
    Cayenne
  • D
    Macan

Question 14

BMW's entry-level series is also its best selling, with annual sales sometimes exceeding 500,000.

  • A
    3 Series
  • B
    1000 Series
  • C
    D Series
  • D
    4 Series

Question 15

Introduced in 2006, what is the name for Mercedes' series of clean diesel engines?

  • A
    TEC
  • B
    BlueTec
  • C
    CDI
  • D
    TDI

Question 16

This German engineer led the team that designed the original Volkswagen Beetle, although many may know him better for the sports cars bearing his name.

  • A
    Gottlieb Daimler
  • B
    Ferdinand Porsche
  • C
    Mercedes Schmidt
  • D
    Karl Benz

Question 17

These special editions of the 911 were only made in 1973 and 1974 and are considered some of the best Porsches of all time.

  • A
    Carrera RS
  • B
    GT
  • C
    Panamera
  • D
    Biturbo

Question 18

BMW owned Land Rover in the 1990s and developed this SUV, released in 1999, based on the Range Rover.

  • A
    M6
  • B
    Q7
  • C
    S5
  • D
    X5

Question 19

Race car drivers and movie stars alike love this sports car. Introduced in 1964, this may well be the most successful racing car of all time.

  • A
    955
  • B
    TDI
  • C
    911
  • D
    Biturbo

Question 20

This diesel version of Audi's Q7 produces a massive 738 lb-ft of torque, the most of any SUV ever to enter production.

  • A
    1000
  • B
    BlueTec
  • C
    W12
  • D
    TDI

Question 21

Which carmaker acquired a 50% stake in Ferrari in 1969, expanding their holdings to 90% in 1988?

  • A
    Renault
  • B
    Lamborghini
  • C
    Alfa Romeo
  • D
    Fiat

Question 22

Instantly acclaimed as one of the greatest sports cars upon its 1987 introduction, this compact luxury sedan rewrote the rules on what a "sports car" was. A new generation of this model is still in production.

  • A
    M1
  • B
    M3
  • C
    550s
  • D
    750i

Question 23

For those not quite ready to shell out for a supercar, one can "settle" for one of these class of exclusive roadsters which make up to 621 horsepower.

  • A
    EL-Class
  • B
    SS-Class
  • C
    SL-Class
  • D
    GT-Class

Question 24

VW's pickup truck debuted in the U.S. in 1978 but was only sold there through 1984. What is it called?

  • A
    Fox
  • B
    Toddy
  • C
    Polo
  • D
    Rabbit Pickup

Question 25

Volkswagen's first SUV in nearly 30 years was unveiled in 2004. Currently, it's second-generation is in production.

  • A
    Routan
  • B
    Tiguan
  • C
    Touareg
  • D
    Vanagon

Question 26

This performance wing of Mercedes was founded as an independent racing engine manufacturer in 1967.

  • A
    SLR
  • B
    AMG
  • C
    SLS
  • D
    TNT

Question 27

What is the meaning behing Audi's four-ringed logo?

  • A
    Fourth-generation family business
  • B
    Latin name of founder translates to "ring"
  • C
    Four wheel drive
  • D
    The four companies that merged to create the original Auto Union

Question 28

This controversial computer system debuted in the 7 series in 2001. It has undergone significant upgrades over the past decade-plus and is now a staple of both BMW and Rolls Royce cars.

  • A
    eControl
  • B
    xCompute
  • C
    COMAND
  • D
    iDrive

Question 29

Mercedes returned to the ultra-luxury market in 2002, producing two models under what separate marque?

  • A
    Maybach
  • B
    Pullman
  • C
    Bugatti
  • D
    Daimler

Question 30

One of the only luxury cars ever produced by VW, this full-sized model ceased production in 2016.

  • A
    M5
  • B
    Touareg
  • C
    Phaeton
  • D
    Panamera

Question 31

In which north-central German city are VW's headquarters?

  • A
    Ruhr
  • B
    Wolfsburg
  • C
    Munich
  • D
    Berlin

Question 32

This crossover has been in production since 2007, with the second generation debuting last year.

  • A
    Routan
  • B
    Corrado
  • C
    Corona
  • D
    Tiguan

Question 33

This V12-powered grand tourer produces an outlandish 730 horsepower yet somehow manages 15 miles per gallon - not that fuel cost would matter to owners.

  • A
    456 M
  • B
    730
  • C
    F50
  • D
    F12 Berlinetta

Question 34

Only 39 of these exclusive Ferraris were manufactured between 1962 and 1964. Possibly the most sought-after car of all time, one example changed hands for $52 million in a sale in 2013.

  • A
    250 GTO
  • B
    Enzo Ferrari
  • C
    300 Superamerica
  • D
    458 Italia

Question 35

Ferrari's first attempt at a more reasonably-priced sports car, this 1968 creation featured the company's smallest engine yet, a V6.

  • A
    Mondial
  • B
    Dino 308 GT4
  • C
    Testarossa
  • D
    Dino 206 GT

Question 36

This luxurious series debuted as BMW's top of the line models in 1977. Still in production, many world-first innovations in technology began here, including head airbags and six-speed auto transmissions.

  • A
    7 Series
  • B
    5 Series
  • C
    8 Series
  • D
    2000 Series

Question 37

This high-end supercar redefined Audi when it was first produced in 2005.

  • A
    V12
  • B
    RS4
  • C
    Quattro
  • D
    R8

Question 38

This prominent Italian coachbuilder has been associated with Ferrari since the 1950s, building many of its most iconic models. Shown here a 1957 model bearing its name.

  • A
    Pagani
  • B
    Ascari
  • C
    Navindra
  • D
    Pininfarina

Question 39

The spiritual successor of the classic Type 1, this coupe went on sale in 1998.

  • A
    New Beetle
  • B
    Cabriolet
  • C
    New Bug
  • D
    Type 11

Question 40

Which of the following brands does BMW not currently own?

  • A
    Mini
  • B
    Saleen
  • C
    Rolls-Royce
  • D
    Husqvarna Motorcycles

Question 41

Powered by a 250 horsepower V12, this iconic old-school Ferrari was at home on both the track and road.

  • A
    250 GT California Spyder
  • B
    250 GTO
  • C
    365 Marinetta
  • D
    400 Superamerica

Question 42

The successor to the F40, this mid-90s supercar boasted a V12 engine developed from Ferrari's Formula One powerplant.

  • A
    F50
  • B
    Superleggera
  • C
    FXX
  • D
    Enzo Ferrari

Question 43

Last but not least, this luxury grand tourer was sold from 1978 until the mid 1990s. It may have never won over the 911 enthusiasts due to its front-placed engine, but at least a family of four could conceivably take a road trip in this car.

  • A
    Macan
  • B
    912
  • C
    928
  • D
    944

Question 44

Another Ferrari supercar, this late '80s beast was built to celebrate Ferrari's 40th anniversary.

  • A
    F50
  • B
    400 Superamerica
  • C
    F40
  • D
    400 GT

Question 45

One of the best-selling Ferraris of all time, over 16,000 of this series were produced from 1999 - 2005.

  • A
    408
  • B
    360
  • C
    Mondial
  • D
    California

Question 46

BMW stepped firmly into the 21st century with this futuristic-looking sports car. On sale since 2014, it is currently the all-time best-selling plug-in sports car.

  • A
    e8
  • B
    Z12
  • C
    i3
  • D
    i8

Question 47

The oldest undisputed Ferrari, this model produced from 1948 - 1953 is arguably what put the carmaker on the map.

  • A
    Barino
  • B
    260 S
  • C
    212 Export
  • D
    166 MM Barchetta

Question 48

This luxury sports car put Porsche on the map as the first Porsche ever produced. It was also the company's only model until the 911 was introduced in 1964.

  • A
    GT
  • B
    356
  • C
    Macan
  • D
    901

Question 49

What is the name of Ferrari's racing division?

  • A
    Scuderia Ferrari
  • B
    Superleggera
  • C
    Gran Torino Omologato
  • D
    Rosso Corsa

Question 50

One of Porsche's all-time best-selling models, over 163,000 of these "entry-level" models were produced from 1982 - 1991.

  • A
    Macan
  • B
    Bremen
  • C
    928
  • D
    944

Question 51

Developed under a joint project with a British automaker, this grand tourer was produced from 2003 - 2010.

  • A
    GT Ferrari
  • B
    SLR McLaren
  • C
    SLS Bentley
  • D
    TT Maybach

Question 52

Just 918 models of this hybrid supercar were produced from 2013 - 2015, which had a price tag that started at over $800,000. As of 2017, this is the world's fastest production car to 60 mph.

  • A
    Carrera GT
  • B
    Macan
  • C
    918 Spyder
  • D
    997 Turbo

Question 53

This modern-day supercar is Ferrari's first hybrid, but it also produces a staggering 789 horsepower - the most of any Ferrari ever.

  • A
    FXX
  • B
    LaFerrari
  • C
    Torino
  • D
    F60

Question 54

This full-sized SUV was introduced in the US in 2006 and remains Audi's top of the line SUV/crossover.

  • A
    Q7
  • B
    S8
  • C
    Q8
  • D
    A8

Question 55

This niche manufacturer has produced souped-up special editions of BMWs since 1965. Current models include the B7, which rockets to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds.

  • A
    Koenigsegg
  • B
    Merkel
  • C
    Ruf
  • D
    Alpina

Question 56

If cruising at a leisurely pace in the convertible version wasn't to your liking, the coupe version of this 2009 - 2016 roadster could top 155 mph.

  • A
    Z4
  • B
    M4
  • C
    440i
  • D
    Z6

Question 57

Road and Track magazine called this legend "the most satisfying sports car in the world". Produced from 1966 - 1968, it remains one of the most expensive and collectible cars ever built.

  • A
    Mondial QV
  • B
    250 LM
  • C
    512 BB
  • D
    275 GTB/4

Question 58

This car briefly held the record for world's fastest production car upon its 1986 introduction, with a top speed of 197 mph. Just 345 were produced.

  • A
    912
  • B
    Macan
  • C
    GT1
  • D
    959

Question 59

Designed by Wilhelm Maybach and Paul Daimler, this 1901 car became the first ever to bear the name "Mercedes", and is often considered the first modern automobile.

  • A
    35 HP
  • B
    100 HP
  • C
    SL
  • D
    300

Question 60

Introduced in 1979, this compact sedan is currently in its sixth generation.

  • A
    Passat
  • B
    Polo
  • C
    Jetta
  • D
    Rabbit

Question 61

Gull wing doors. Record speed. Iconic styling. This legendary post-war model served notice that Mercedes-Benz was the carmaker to beat in the 1950s.

  • A
    Gullwing
  • B
    S60
  • C
    Silver Arrow
  • D
    300 SL

Question 62

Incredibly, the Bug was produced from 1938 until 2003 on the same platform. How many total were sold worldwide during this time?

  • A
    16 million
  • B
    18 million
  • C
    14 million
  • D
    21 million

Question 63

These flagship luxury sedans were introduced in 1972 and are still produced today.

  • A
    L-Class
  • B
    C-Class
  • C
    S-Class
  • D
    E-Class

Question 64

This "shooting-brake"-style 2 door coupe drew both cheers and jeers upon its 1998 introduction. It's hard to argue with the 315 hp under the hood, though.

  • A
    M coupe
  • B
    315i
  • C
    M7
  • D
    Z7

Question 65

This sedan was co-engineered by Porsche and produced only from 1991 - 1995.

  • A
    500 E
  • B
    C 30
  • C
    S 65 AMG
  • D
    600 S

Question 66

Produced beginning with the 996 series 911s in 1999, this performance trim of the 911 comes with racing-spec changes such as the removal of rear seats. It has been sold in the U.S. since 2004.

  • A
    GT3
  • B
    GT1
  • C
    RS
  • D
    Sport

Question 67

Ferrari was founded in 1939 in which northern Italian city?

  • A
    Milan
  • B
    Baruchetta
  • C
    Modena
  • D
    Scaglietta

Question 68

You may be familiar with BMW's electric car offerings, but what about other alternate fuel vehicles? Between 2005 - 2007, BMW built the first-ever vehicle with the ability to be powered by what unusual fuel type?

  • A
    Solar Power
  • B
    Nitrogen
  • C
    Hydrogen
  • D
    Natural Gas

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