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Question 1

Here's a car that stands out as one of the fastest of all time, and not just from the 60's. It was released in 1964, paving the way for many more sports and muscle cars to come.

  • A
    Pontiac Tempest GTO
  • B
    Chevrolet Chevelle
  • C
    Plymouth Barracude
  • D
    Mercury Cougar

Question 2

This is the original pony car. Introduced in 1964 at the World's Fair, it is one of the most iconic American cars.

  • A
    Ford GT40
  • B
    Shelby Cobra
  • C
    Ford Mustang
  • D
    Chevy Corvette

Question 3

Here is a complete classic and one of the fastest cars from the 60's. This is another car that nearly everyone has heard of at least once. It's reputation precedes it.

  • A
    Isuzu 117 Coupé
  • B
    Dodge Charger 426 Hemi
  • C
    Ford GT
  • D
    Jaguar XK120

Question 4

Which car kicked off a huge line of stylish and fast cars that would stay in production all the way until 2002?

  • A
    Porsche Dauer 962 Le Mans
  • B
    Ford Mustang
  • C
    Nissan Fairlady Z/350Z
  • D
    Pontiac Firebird

Question 5

This sporty offering was produced in response to Chevy's introduction of the Corvette two years earlier. This model spawned the "personal luxury car" niche upon introduction in 1955.

  • A
    Ford Thunderbird
  • B
    Oldsmobile 98
  • C
    Buick Wildcat
  • D
    Pontiac Grand Prix

Question 6

This is one of the most distinctive muscle cars there is, from the 1960's or otherwise. Do you recognize it?

  • A
    Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
  • B
    Dodge Charger
  • C
    Ford Mustang
  • D
    Mercury Cougar

Question 7

This unique model was the only American model of its day to use a rear-mounted, air cooled engine. Controversy existed surrounding the car's handling, which was the subject of criticism in a popular book of the era.

  • A
    Chevrolet Corvair
  • B
    Chrysler LeBaron
  • C
    Dodge Charger
  • D
    Ford Thunderbird

Question 8

Giant tailfins. Bullet tail lights. Beauty panels. The styling of this iconic 1959 model screams '50s, but the amenities inside this luxury model were impressive even by modern standards.

  • A
    Cadillac Coupe de Ville
  • B
    Buick Electra
  • C
    Pontiac Bonneville
  • D
    Chrysler 300

Question 9

This model was one of the best-selling cars of the 1960s, marking the domination of the new compact car segment. Trim levels included the Futura.

  • A
    Mercury Comet
  • B
    AMC Javelin
  • C
    Ford Falcon
  • D
    Toyota Corolla

Question 10

No list of 1950s cars is complete without this classic. It may seem surprising, but this car was initially unpopular, with less than 1,000 sold in 1953 and 1955. The introduction of a 4.3 L small-block V8 engine in 1955 significantly boosted sales.

  • A
    Ford Mustang
  • B
    Pontiac GTO
  • C
    Chevrolet Corvette
  • D
    Buick Riviera

Question 11

This car may not look like much, but it is definitely in the running for the single fastest car in the 1960's. Just goes to show that you can't judge a book by its cover.

  • A
    Shelby Cobra 427
  • B
    Acura RDX
  • C
    Chevrolet Spark
  • D
    Nissan Sentra

Question 12

Introduction of this car in 1967 finally gave its manufacturer a "pony car". Two models were offered - the base and the XR-7.

  • A
    Mercury Cougar
  • B
    AMC Javelin
  • C
    Pontiac GTO
  • D
    Cadillac Calais

Question 13

No quiz of 1960s cars would be complete without this little guy. Despite its humorously low power output of just 40-50 hp through the early/mid '60s, it was incredibly reliable, and remains the best-selling car of all time.

  • A
    Honda Civic
  • B
    Toyota Corolla
  • C
    Volkswagen Type 2
  • D
    Volkswagen Beetle

Question 14

This 1953 model defined luxury and sat for years at the top of GM's luxury lineup. Iconic styling cues include the front Dagmar bumpers, borrowed from the 1951 Le Sabre concept car. It cost a whopping $7,750 brand new.

  • A
    Cadillac Eldorado
  • B
    Buick Roadmaster
  • C
    Chrysler Imperial
  • D
    Oldsmobile 98

Question 15

Let's show some foreign cars some love. This iconic roadster redefined luxury and performance on introduction as a street-legal model in 1954. With "gullwing" doors allowing a stylish entrance, this 2-seater could reach up to a whopping 150 mph.

  • A
    Aston Martin DB4GT
  • B
    Iso Grifo GL
  • C
    Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
  • D
    Jaguar E-Type

Question 16

This is one of the very last muscle cars released in the 1960's. The first generation was released in the fall of 1969, and it would prove to be the first in a hugely successful lineage.

  • A
    Ford Mustang GT 289
  • B
    Chrysler Viper
  • C
    Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale
  • D
    Dodge Challenger R/T

Question 17

As one of the fastest cars of the decade, this model was renowned for its smooth drive. Even when speeding along, it was a really nice ride!

  • A
    Lamborghini V12 201
  • B
    Honda CR-V
  • C
    Chevrolet Tahoe
  • D
    Chevrolet Corvette 427

Question 18

Introduced in 1965, this luxury model started at around $5,000 and carried features such as power brakes, steering, and automatic transmission, despite being the brand's "entry-level" model.

  • A
    Chrysler LeBaron
  • B
    Cadillac Calais
  • C
    Lincoln Continental
  • D
    Buick Electra

Question 19

In 1957, this car turned heads with the first-ever retractable hardtop in a production automobile. The impressive system featured seven motors and 510 feet of wiring just for the hardtop.

  • A
    Mercury Montclair
  • B
    Studebaker Commander
  • C
    Plymouth Valiant
  • D
    Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner

Question 20

What was this car's name in a series of Disney movies?

  • A
    Herbie
  • B
    Fred
  • C
    Jimmy
  • D
    Harold

Question 21

Historically significant as the first model with front wheel drive since the 1930s, this personal luxury vehicle won the 1966 Motor Trend Car of the Year Award upon its introduction.

  • A
    Mercury Cougar
  • B
    Oldsmobile Toronado
  • C
    Ford Thunderbird
  • D
    Aston Martin DB5

Question 22

This manufacturer continually led the way in luxury features and it's no surprise to hear this model was the first to ever offer automatic climate control. What is surprising is the year: this feature became available all the way back in 1964.

  • A
    Cadillac Series 75
  • B
    Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
  • C
    Imperial LeBaron
  • D
    Chrysler 300K

Question 23

Luxury and performance come wrapped in one with this legendary model, often considered the most beautiful car of all time. It didn't just look pretty, either: top speed was over 150 mph, and 0-60 times were sub-7 seconds.

  • A
    Rolls Royce Phantom
  • B
    Aston Martin DB5
  • C
    Jaguar E-Type
  • D
    Bentley Continental

Question 24

When equipped with the available 7.0 426 "Commando" engine, this 2-door top-end model rocketed to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds - making it one of the fastest cars of the decade in 1966.

  • A
    Plymouth Satellite
  • B
    Oldsmobile Toronado
  • C
    Buick GNX
  • D
    AMC Javelin

Question 25

This rear-engined, air-cooled, sports car classic began production in 1963 and is still built today. It may well be the most successful sports racing car of all time, winning nearly every major endurance race.

  • A
    Mercedes-Benz GTR
  • B
    Iso Grifo
  • C
    BMW 2000CS
  • D
    Porsche 911

Question 26

This fearsome model defined muscle car looks and power from its introduction in 1964. Among the most powerful mid-60s models, this beast hit 348 horsepower when outfitted with the "Tri-Power" carburetion option.

  • A
    Chevy Camaro Z/28
  • B
    Shelby GT350
  • C
    Pontiac Firebird
  • D
    Pontiac GTO

Question 27

This "gentleman's muscle car" was introduced in 1967. A ridiculous 7.2 Liter V8 engine called the "Super Commando 440" came standard.

  • A
    Plymouth GTX
  • B
    Cadillac Eldorado Brougham
  • C
    AMC Javelin
  • D
    Pontiac Tempest

Question 28

This first production car from its iconic manufacturer set a high standard upon introduction in 1948. Shown here is the "A" model, produced from 1955-1959.

  • A
    Porsche 356
  • B
    Ferrari America
  • C
    BMW 501
  • D
    Lamborghini Miura

Question 29

Introduced in 1951, this model found equal success on road and track, winning a majority of all NASCAR races from 1952-1954. Perhaps most impressive about this feat was the car's luxurious credentials.

  • A
    Chevrolet Impala
  • B
    Hudson Hornet
  • C
    Ford Mustang
  • D
    Cadillac Sixty Special

Question 30

The third generation of this venerable luxury saloon was released in 1963. The carmaker, as always, refused to disclose the power output, remarking an increase of "perhaps 7%".

  • A
    Cadillac Escalante
  • B
    Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
  • C
    Bentley Continental
  • D
    Aston Martin DB5

Question 31

This model was introduced as a performance-oriented personal luxury car in 1962. Later generations in the 1980s and 1990s expanded upon the 2-door coupe body style, with a 4-door sedan also offered.

  • A
    Ford Corsair
  • B
    Cadillac Calais
  • C
    Buick Regal
  • D
    Pontiac Grand Prix

Question 32

Another powerful car, this full-sized model was available as either a 2-door or 4-door hardtop. The first-generation models were only produced from 1963-1965.

  • A
    Dodge Charger
  • B
    Mercury Marauder
  • C
    Cadillac Calais
  • D
    Ford Torino GT

Question 33

This personal luxury car was introduced as the flagship model of this automaker in 1963. Besides 1994, it remained in production through eight generations and was finally retired in 1999.

  • A
    Lincoln Continental
  • B
    Pontiac Firebird
  • C
    Buick Riviera
  • D
    Mercury Marauder

Question 34

This legendary truck line has been the best-selling vehicle in America since 1981 and is still in production today. Shown here is a second generation model, introduced in 1953 and bearing the same model-numbering conventions still in place today.

  • A
    Dodge Ram
  • B
    Ford F-Series
  • C
    GMC C/K
  • D
    Chevrolet Silverado

Question 35

This car is another that is a touch slower than most of the fastest cars of the 60's. Still, it has a notable design, and a 115 MPH top speed is not too bad.

  • A
    Bentley Continental GT
  • B
    Falcon Motorsports Falcon F7
  • C
    Austin-Healey 3000
  • D
    Cadillac Allanté

Question 36

Another iconic speedster, this two-seater was the first production car capable of cracking 200 km/h (124 mph). It remained in production from 1948-1954.

  • A
    Shelby Cobra
  • B
    Mercedes SS 100
  • C
    Fiat Leon
  • D
    Jaguar XK120

Question 37

This pictured 1959 model continued the stylish, exclusive, and innovative streak for which its predecessors were known. Headlights were integrated into the grille and Dagmar bumpers were removed, as the styling previewed 1960s trends.

  • A
    Buick Crown Regal
  • B
    Chrysler 300 "letter series"
  • C
    Lincoln Continental Mark IV
  • D
    Bentley R-Type Continental

Question 38

What is to be said about this iconic racer that hasn't already been? It remains the only American-designed and built car to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans, which it did in 1967.

  • A
    Ford GT40
  • B
    Oldsmobile 442
  • C
    Chevy Corvette 427
  • D
    Pontiac Grand Prix

Question 39

This race-centric muscle car was introduced in 1965 in limited numbers. All '65 models were painted white with blue stripes and cranked out 306 horsepower through its 4-speed manual.

  • A
    Oldsmobile 442
  • B
    Ford GT40
  • C
    Shelby GT350
  • D
    Plymouth Barracuda

Question 40

With a top speed of 174 MPH, there is no question that this car was one of the fastest from the 60's, even if it was introduced in 1968, when the decade was very nearly over.

  • A
    Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona
  • B
    Buick Reatta
  • C
    Caterham 21
  • D
    Fiat 124 Sport Spider

Question 41

If you saw this car at the drag strip, you could be pretty sure you were not winning that day. Based on a relatively staid midrange model, this 657 horsepower monster dominated the NHRA Super Stock class in the mid-1960s.

  • A
    Plymouth Barracuda GTX
  • B
    Mercury Cougar XR-7
  • C
    Pontiac Tempest GTO
  • D
    Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt

Question 42

Like its preciously mentioned successor, this model gained fame as the very first "Bond car" in 1964's Goldfinger. Just over 1,000 were produced from 1963 - 65.

  • A
    Saab 95
  • B
    Rolls Royce Phantom
  • C
    Aston Martin DB5
  • D
    Bentley Flying Spur

Question 43

This iconic model debuted in 1962 as the result of Anglo-American cooperation. Ford provided the V8 engine in this 2000-pound supercar, a modified version of what is still in production today. It is considered the fastest car produced in the 1960s.

  • A
    Plymouth Road Runner
  • B
    Ford Mustang
  • C
    Austin-Healey Sprite
  • D
    AC Cobra

Question 44

Admiration for this "Rocket" V8-powered full-size car spawned arguably the first-ever rock and roll song in 1951. The nameplate enjoyed a long run, with the last production model of the tenth generation rolling off the line in 1999.

  • A
    Chrysler Imperial
  • B
    Oldsmobile 88
  • C
    Pontiac Bonneville
  • D
    Buick Century

Question 45

For many years, this model was the most powerful American car. This series of high-performing personal luxury cars were the predecessors of muscle cars. Production began in 1955, and by 1958 produced up to 390 horsepower in a fuel-injected version.

  • A
    Pontiac Bonneville
  • B
    Chevy Impala
  • C
    Cadillac Sixty Special
  • D
    Chrysler 300

Question 46

Despite being one of the fastest American-built cars of its era, it was also one of the safest. Introduced in 1967, it was the first model ever to offer fiberglass safety padding in its interior windshield posts.

  • A
    AMC Javelin
  • B
    Dodge Challenger
  • C
    Ford Corsair
  • D
    Pontiac Firebird

Question 47

This car was perenially among the cheapest and most economical new models on sale for most of its run from 1958-1969. It was so dominant in the era's Mobilgas Economy Run that it was placed into its own class.

  • A
    Chevy Corvair
  • B
    AMC Rambler
  • C
    Plymouth Road Runner
  • D
    Ford Falcon

Question 48

This 60's car has a strong 1950's feel to it. However, that doesn't stop it from being speedy, sleek and a notable vehicle from the decade.

  • A
    Lotus Elise GT1
  • B
    Nissan Datsun Sports 1200
  • C
    Rimac Concept_One
  • D
    Morgan Aeromax

Question 49

This muscle car featured fully rotating headlights to go with its distinctive grille. Introduced in 1966, engine choices included the 426 Street Hemi.

  • A
    AMC Marlin
  • B
    Ford Corsair
  • C
    Plymouth Satellite
  • D
    Dodge Charger

Question 50

Introduced in 1965 as the brand's flagship model, it was part of a "New Class" of luxury cars that changed this company's fortune.

  • A
    Audi 3000
  • B
    Acura LS
  • C
    Saab 95
  • D
    BMW 2000CS

Question 51

This British super car was in production through nearly the entire 1960's, starting up in 1961 and ending the line in 1975. Look at that sleek design.

  • A
    Westfield XI
  • B
    TVR Tuscan Speed Six
  • C
    Jaguar C-X75 Prototype
  • D
    Jaguar E-Type

Question 52

This elegant 1954 model is still the widest ever American production car. Boasting one of the only automotive air conditioning units of its day, good luck parking one - it's nearly 83" wide.

  • A
    Lincoln Continental Mark II
  • B
    Chrysler Crown Imperial
  • C
    Buick Regal
  • D
    Pontiac Bonneville

Question 53

The exterior width on these second-gen models measured a massive 81.7 inches between 1961-1963, making them still the widest non-limousine American car ever produced. Later years saw these models banned from demolition derbies - they were simply too tough to take down.

  • A
    Imperial Crown
  • B
    Lincoln Continental Mark IV
  • C
    Buick Century
  • D
    Rolls Royce Silver Cloud

Question 54

What is there to say that hasn't been said about this revolutionary car? Introduced in 1955, it was the first vehicle with disc brakes and its suspension was self-leveling. It was named the most beautiful car of all time by 'Classic & Sports Car' magazine.

  • A
    Citroën DS
  • B
    BMW Isetta
  • C
    Renault 4CV
  • D
    VW Thing

Question 55

Produced from 1958-1963, this model was the fastest road-legal production car in the world from 1960-1963. Good luck getting your hands on one - only 75 were built.

  • A
    Iso Grifo GL 365
  • B
    Aston Martin DB4 GT
  • C
    Mercedes Benz 300 SL
  • D
    Bentley Super 8

Question 56

This pictured premium sedan was introduced in 1951, replacing the Super 8. Rear passengers were treated to such luxuries as foot rests, possible due to its massive 219 inch length. It was produced until 1956.

  • A
    Dodge Diplomat
  • B
    Packard Patrician
  • C
    Studebaker President
  • D
    Buick Wildcat

Question 57

This Italian car strives to combine aesthetics and speed. Just looking at it, you can hardly tell it was made to go fast and not just look good in your driveway.

  • A
    Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4
  • B
    Ferrari SP38 Deborah
  • C
    Jaguar XE SV Project 8
  • D
    Lamborghini Miura P400

Question 58

Here's an unassuming sports car from the 60's. It may not be the fastest, but it is quite a bit faster than you might expect. Can you name it?

  • A
    Alpine A110
  • B
    Aston Martin Vantage AMR
  • C
    Dodge Stealth
  • D
    Daewoo Speedster

Question 59

You've made it this far, now let's end with some of the most unusual American models of the 1950s. It's hard to imagine this pictured female-focused option package succeeding today. With its colors of pink and rose plus a matching pink calfskin purse, sales were mediocre during production in 1955-56.

  • A
    Chrysler Comtesse
  • B
    Studebaker First Lady
  • C
    Hudson Empress
  • D
    Dodge La Femme

Question 60

This V12 monster was among the most opulent and expensive cars of the 1950s, at an incredible $16,800 new. It helped to cement the reputation of a brand which has only appreciated with time.

  • A
    Lamborghini Miura
  • B
    Ferrari 410 Superamerica
  • C
    BMW 503
  • D
    Maserati A6

Question 61

This is one last car that carries the spirit of the 1940's despite only being produced in 1950. As far as speed cars go, this one was seriously fast.

  • A
    Lamborghini Sesto Elemento
  • B
    Maserati Merak
  • C
    Jaguar F-Type
  • D
    Ferrari 195 S

Question 62

Among the most valuable automobiles ever produced, these V12 monsters were meant for both road and track. Only 970 were produced between 1964-1968.

  • A
    Lamborghini Miura
  • B
    Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
  • C
    Maserati Quattroporte
  • D
    Ferrari 275

Question 63

Here is another sleek car that almost looks more like it belongs in space than on the racetrack. Don't be fooled, however, because this one can match any other sports car from the 60's.

  • A
    Ford GT40 Mark III
  • B
    Maserati Gran Turismo
  • C
    Lamborghini Miura
  • D
    Jaguar XK150

Question 64

Notable for its unique two-tone paint pattern, this model was a stand-alone marque for 1956 as its parent automaker's fortunes dwindled. Before that, it was the luxury marque's lowest-priced offering from 1953-1956.

  • A
    Nash Metropolitan
  • B
    Hudson Commodore
  • C
    Packard Clipper
  • D
    Studebaker 400

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