Can You Name These Classics from Their Signature Car Parts?
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How well do you know the classic cars that shaped the automotive world? Are you familiar with the signature car parts these automobiles are known for? If so, then this is the perfect quiz for you! We'll give you the name and picture of a car part and you need to pick the classic car it belongs to.
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Question 1
While not the first or only car to feature gullwing doors, it is the most iconic due to its role as the time machine in the 'Back to the Future' series. What is its make and model?
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A1981 DeLorean DMC-12
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B1985 Ford Mustang GT
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C1988 Toyota MR2 Supercharged
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D1980 Audi Quattro
1981 DeLorean DMC-12
While not known for being the car with the best performance capabilities, the DeLorean is easily recognizable as the time machine 'Back to the Future'. There's no mistaking this famous car once its distinctive gullwing doors are opened up.
Question 2
What is the name of this stylish coupe known for its split rear window?
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A1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
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B1978 Pontiac Firebird
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C1968 Shelby Mustang Cobra
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D1959 Cadillac Eldorado
1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
While the Stingray was a popular car with plenty of various models released between the years 1959 and 2009, the 1963 model stands out among the rest due to its unique split rear window. While this split window design was used to help the car better resemble an actual stingray, it was dropped on future models due to complaints about rear visibility.
Question 3
What is the name of this popular model with a special 428 CJ engine that took a classic pony car and turned into a real muscle car that could compete with the other powerhouses of its time?
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A1968 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet
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B1969 Plymouth Cuda 400
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C1968 Pontiac Firebird 400
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D1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396
1968 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet
in 1968, Ford introduced a new engine option to its popular Mustang pony car. With the 428 Cobra Jet engine, this car had now reached muscle car status and had an output of approximately 410 horsepower.
Question 4
Can you identify this influential vehicle with its iconic seven-slot grille?
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A1966 Ford Bronco
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B1945 Willys Jeep CJ
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C1965 International Harvester Scout 800
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D1948 Land Rover
1945 Willys Jeep CJ
While the Jeep used to have a nine-slot grille when it was still owned by Ford, the Jeep brand established its new identity with the seven-slot grille it still has today. The 1945 Willys Jeep CJ was the first the feature this iconic grille.
Question 5
What unique car is labeled a "coupe utility" and is a cross between a station wagon and pickup truck?
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A1988 Fiat Fiorino
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B1983 Suzuki Mighty Boy
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C1957 Ford Ranchero
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D1971 Dodge 1500
1957 Ford Ranchero
The Ranchero had the cab of a two-door station wagon but a cargo bed like that on a pickup. Despite its strange design, the car sold rather well and even caused Chevrolet to create a coupe utility of its own called the El Camino.
Question 6
Can you name the make and model of this popular car that featured a unique hood scoop for only a single year?
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A1968 Dodge Charger R/T
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B1964 Pontiac GTO
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C1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427
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D1969 Ford Mustang 428 Cobra Jet
1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427
In 1967 the classic Chevrolet Corvette had the option of being equipped with a special 427 option. A unique hood scoop that only appears on this version of the car was added to accommodate the new engine.
Question 7
Can you name the make and model of this car, which is identifiable by its obtrusive whale tail?
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A1982 Pontiac Firebird
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B1981 DeLorean DMC-12
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C1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
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D1975 Porsche 930
1975 Porsche 930
The Porsche 930, or 911 Turbo, featured an extremely large rear spoiler that was later referred to as a whale tail. The purpose of this spoiler was to help increase airflow and cool the turbocharger.
Question 8
What popular muscle car often featured this stylish T-top roof?
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A1966 Dodge Charger
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B1969 Chevrolet Corvette
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C1964 Ford Mustang
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D1974 Fiat X1/9
1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Unlike a convertible that quickly folds back and completely opens, the Corvette often had a T-top roof with removable panels on both sides of the roof with only a thin center bar remaining. While other cars in General Motors' lineup like the Firebird and Camaro had a longer run with the feature, the Corvette offered T-tops as an option from 1968 - 1982.
Question 9
What is the name of the extremely popular, iconic car that first featured this innovative air-cooled engine?
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A1931 Buick Eight
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B1936 Rolls-Royce Phantom II
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C1936 Volkswagen Beetle
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D1934 DeSoto Airflow
1936 Volkswagen Beetle
The iconic beetle was equipped with the Volkswagen air-cooled engine found in the manufacturer's vehicles from 1936 to 2006. The invention of this effective engine was influential in bringing automobiles to the German masses.
Question 10
Can you name the classic car whose new bullet nose quickly became a crowd favorite?
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A1959 Plymouth Sport Fury
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B1950 Studebaker Commander
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C1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
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D1951 Chrysler New York
1950 Studebaker Commander
Studebaker dramatically changed the appearance of their popular 1947 models when they came out with the 1950 Commander. With a new iconic bullet nose included, the public quickly flocked to the scene and made 1950 the most successful year for sales in Studebaker history.
Question 11
Can you name this sporty roadster known for its striking Indy racer-style front wheels?
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A1997 Chrysler Plymouth Prowler
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B1996 Mazda RX-7 (FD)
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C1990 Lotus Esprit
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D1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 (C4)
1997 Chrysler Plymouth Prowler
While the Prowler looks like a car you'd only see on the race track or on another planet, this Chrysler roadster can be found on the road. One of these vehicles is currently sealed in a time capsule in Tulsa, Oklahoma until its scheduled opening in 2048.
Question 12
What classic car used an innovative "rope drive" to help join the front engine and rear transaxle into a single unit?
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A1961 Pontiac Tempest
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B1968 Dodge Charger R/T
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C1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
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D1971 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda
1961 Pontiac Tempest
With the "Trophy 4" engine and "rope drive" feature, the Tempest helped establish itself as a unique compact car. The rope drive connected the engine to the rear transaxle in order to help reduce vibration.
Question 13
What is the name of the original vehicle to feature the innovative "His and Hers" shifter?
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A1969 Oldsmobile Hurst 442
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B1961 Chrysler 300G Coupe
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C1975 Triumph TR-7
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D1971 De Tomaso Pantera
1969 Oldsmobile Hurst 442
While the naming and advertising behind the His and Hers shifter were rather sexist, the part itself is a unique, useful feature to have. With the Hurst, you could switch between an automatic or manual transmission.
Question 14
What quirky bare-bones car featured a foldable windshield?
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A1956 BMW Isetta
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B1968 Volkswagen Thing
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C1935 Stout Scarab
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D1973 Reliant Robin
1968 Volkswagen Thing
While formally referred to at the Volkswagen Type 181 in Germany, the car was given the simple, suitable name of the Volkswagen Thing in the United States. While originally made for military use, it was sold as a civilian car and featured a foldable windshield and removable top.
Question 15
Which 12-cylinder sports car featured unique side strakes from the door to the rear fenders to help provide cool air to the rear-mounted side radiators?
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A1990 Datsun 280ZX
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B1984 Ferrari Testarossa
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C1983 Audi Quattro
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D1981 DeLorean DMC-12
1984 Ferrari Testarossa
The Testarossa was the last Ferrari car featuring the flat-12 engine. While the side strakes give this car a distinctive look, they also serve the purpose of keeping the engine from overheating.
Question 16
What was one of the first cars to use the "Autronic Eye," the very first automatic headlight-dimming system in 1952?
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A1952 Packard 250 Mayfair Hardtop
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B1952 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
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C1952 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
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D1952 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe
1952 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
GM introduced its "Autronic Eye" on both the 1952 Cadillac and the 1952 Oldsmobile. While the system had several issues and stopped being offered on most vehicles by the 1960s, some Cadillacs kept this feature until the 1980s.
Question 17
Which speedy muscle car featured swivel bucket seats in the front?
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A1967 Maserati Quattroporte
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B1972 BMW M1
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C1973 Aston Martin DBS V8
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D1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna S3
1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna S3
For drivers and front passengers who wanted to skip the hassle of trying to step out of a car normally, the 1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna S3 featured special swivel bucket seats. These seats simply turned 90 degrees towards the door to make stepping in and out of the car easier than it already was.
Question 18
Can you tell what this popular Japanese car is based off its fender mirrors?
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A1967 Hino Contessa
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B1971 Mazda RX-3
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C1967 Honda N600
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D1970 Datsun 240Z
1970 Datsun 240Z
The 1970 Datsun 240Z was influential in showing the world that Japan could make quality cars. One if its identifiable features is a set of trendy fender mirrors.
Question 19
What is the name of this speedy, exotic car with a huge spoiler that can be spotted from a mile away?
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A1974 Lamborghini Countach
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B1999 Pagani Zonda
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C1982 Aston Martin V8
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D1976 Lotus Esprit
1974 Lamborghini Countach
Arguably the most shocking, exotic car ever produced by Lamborghini, the Countach has multiple distinctive features, including its giant spoiler. However, there was no actual benefit of the spoiler and it was simply added for cosmetic reasons.
Question 20
Can you name this innovative car with a third headlight located right in the center of the vehicle?
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A1946 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500
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B1948 Tucker 48
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C1949 Cadillac Series 62
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D1946 Plymouth Deluxe
1948 Tucker 48
Not only did the headlight on the Tucker 48 look innovative, but it was also designed to swivel as the car moved. This feature is similar to what is found in today's adaptive headlight systems.
Question 21
What car that is often seen as the ultimate symbol of luxury and affluence features the "Spirit of Ecstasy" hood ornament?
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A1930 Mercedes-Benz 710 SSK Trossi Roadster
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B1928 Duesenberg Model J
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C1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic
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D1925 Rolls Royce Phantom
1925 Rolls Royce Phantom
While not the only car to have a signature hood ornament, the Rolls Royce Phantom might have the most unique one, and it even has a name. The "Spirit of Ecstasy" features the image of a woman leaning forward with billowing cloths running down her arms to look like wings.
Question 22
What is the name of this unique take on a compact pickup truck with seating in the truck bed?
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A1978 Subaru BRAT
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B1975 Mazda Rotary
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C1983 BMW E30 M3
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D1965 Datsun 520
1978 Subaru BRAT
The Subaru BRAT was the Japanese company's attempt at creating a compact pickup truck without the label pickup to avoid expensive tariffs. By putting seats in the truck bed, they were able to label it as a passenger vehicle.
Question 23
Can you identify the make and model of this car based on its hood scoop alone?
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A1956 Mercedes-Benz W196
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B1958 Aston Martin DB4 GT
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C1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
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D1954 Triumph TR2
1958 Aston Martin DB4 GT
The hood scoop on the Aston Martin DB4 GT is one way to quickly tell apart the GT model from its predecessor. In addition, triple Weber carburetors, a twin ignition, and a 9 to 10 compression give this model the power it needed to be successful on the track.
Question 24
What is the name of this sophisticated coupe that was the first to integrate hidden headlights into its design?
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A1936 Cord 810
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B1937 Jaguar SS 100
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C1939 Cadillac Series 75
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D1935 Lincoln K Convertible
1936 Cord 810
This sleek convertible turned heads from the moment it was produced with a "coffin nose", tapered tail, and innovative hidden headlights. While hidden highlights have made their way on several sports and luxury vehicles since then, the Cord 810 was the first to feature this stylish part.
Question 25
Can you name this classic car based on its signature tail fins?
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A1959 Eldorado Biarritz
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B1955 Imperial
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C1955 Chrysler C-300
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D1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
1959 Eldorado Biarritz
While the 1948 Cadillac was one of the very first cars to feature tail fins, the Eldorado Biarritz takes the cake for some of the highest fins to date. At a towering 45 inches tall, these fins were so tall they were higher than the windshield.
Question 26
Which of the following popular cars had a split windshield?
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A1941 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet
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B1949 Mercury Woody
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C1949 Ford Custom
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D1946 Triumph 1800
1949 Ford Custom
In the 1940s, the vertically split windshield seen on this Ford 1949 was standard. However, Ford returned to a single-piece windshield in 1952.
Question 27
What is the name of this innovative French coupe that features a brake button instead of a brake pedal?
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A1970 Citroën SM
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B1970 Pontiac Trans Am
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C1978 BMW M1
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D1976 Lotus Esprit
1970 Citroën SM
While equipped with many other unique features, the 1970 Citroën SM has a unique button the driver has to press to brake instead of the traditional brake pedal. You have seen this brake button in action if you've ever watched 'The Longest Yard' with Burt Reynolds.
Question 28
Which of the following was the first classic car in the 1930s to use a flathead V8 engine?
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A1932 Ford Model 18
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B1933 Chevrolet Eagle
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C1936 Cadillac Series 61
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D1936 Austin 7
1932 Ford Model 18
Sometimes referred to as the Ford V-8 or the Model 18, this car was the first to use Ford's flathead V8 engine. While not the first vehicle to use an eight-cylinder engine, the 1932 Ford was the first affordable vehicle that brought this engine type to the masses.
Question 29
What was the name of this pickup with a distinctive vinyl convertible top?
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A1992 Hummer H1 Pickup
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B2006 Chevrolet SSR
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C1989 Dakota Sport Convertible
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D1978 Subaru Brat
1989 Dakota Sport Convertible
In an attempt to increase sales for the original Dakota truck, Dodge tried to get innovative and create a capable pickup with a convertible top. Unfortunately, it was not received well and in 1991 the model made only eight sales.
Question 30
What is the name of this classic car with this distinguishable hood ornament?
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A1935 Fiat 1500
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B1938 Volvo PV36 Carioca
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C1937 Lincoln Zephyr
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D1936 Cord 810
1937 Lincoln Zephyr
The Lincoln Zephyr was a luxury vehicle sold in the late 1930s with a modern design and aerodynamic design. It features a distinctive hood ornament right above the grille of the car.
Question 31
What is the name of this speedy, stylish car known for being the first to feature gullwing doors?
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A1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
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B1961 Jaguar XK-E
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C1969 Maserati Ghibli 4.7
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D1964 Aston Martin DB5
1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
The early models of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL featured gullwing doors that hinged at the roof instead of at the sides. This design solved the problem of a high door sill combined with a low roof.
Question 32
What is the name of this doorless miniature car with a fringe-lined fabric top?
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A1959 Fiat Jolly
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B1960 Austin Mini
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C1955 BMW Isetta
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D1962 Volkswagen Beetle
1959 Fiat Jolly
With a cloth top, wicker seats, and an open space where the door should be, the Fiat Jolly resembles a golf cart more than a car. Despite this, these classic cars sell for about $150K today.
Question 33
What was the name of this concept car with a turbine engine that can run on a wide variety of fuel types - except leaded gasoline?
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A1969 Mercury Cyclone CJ
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B1966 Ford Galaxie 500
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C1963 Chrysler Turbine
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D1965 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler
1963 Chrysler Turbine
While the Chrysler Turbine was never put into production, it was tested by 203 drivers. While the turbine engine ran successfully, it produced too many pollutants, was too expensive, and required excessive fuel to run.
Question 34
What high-performance car with a silver and black paint scheme features the pictured "Lightning Rod" shifter?
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A1984 Oldsmobile Hurst
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B1984 Nissan 200SX
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C1987 Buick GNX
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D1979 Ford Mustang Ghia
1984 Oldsmobile Hurst
While the new and improved Hurst had the same body as the Cutlass, it was given a new paint scheme and several unique features. Notably, it included the Lightning Rod shifter, which allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission.
Question 35
What was the name of this personal luxury car that was given a completely new look in the late 1960s, including these unique suicide doors?
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A1961 Jaguar E-Type
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B1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
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C1962 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
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D1967 Ford Thunderbird
1967 Ford Thunderbird
The first four generations of the Thunderbird included two-door models with convertible tops, but Ford needed to make some changes to this model after the introduction of the Ford Mustang. This fifth generation Thunderbird was larger with a more sophisticated body. It was given four doors instead of two, including suicide doors that hinged at the rear instead of the front.
Question 36
What is the make and model of the pictured car, which was the first car to have an external pre-mounted tire and wheel?
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A1949 Mercury Convertible
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B1942 Lincoln Continental
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C1956 Nash Metropolitan
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D1940 Pontiac Silver Streak
1942 Lincoln Continental
You never know when you might need a spare tire and wheel, which was why the Lincoln Continental stylishly had one mounted externally on the trunk. In fact, this spare tire setup is referred to as a continental spare wheel.
Question 37
Can you name the valuable muscle car that was built specifically to hold the powerful, extremely large engine pictured here?
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A1967 Shelby Cobra
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B1969 AMC AMX
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C1970 Chevy Chevelle
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D1969 Boss 429 Mustang
1969 Boss 429 Mustang
The unique engine on the 1969 Boss 429 Mustang wasn't just big; it was huge! Ford created this car in an attempt to develop a Hemi engine that could compete with Chrysler's 426 Hemi.
Question 38
Which of the following cars featured a special "Levi's Package" that included denim seats with orange stitching and copper rivets to mimic the appearance of a pair of Levi jeans?
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A1978 Chrysler Cordoba
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B1975 AMC Gremlin
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C1971 Volkswagen Beetle
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D1976 Chevrolet Chevette
1975 AMC Gremlin
The 1975 AMC Gremlin was known for being an American economy car with a controversial name. For those lucky enough, they could even sit on Levi-inspired denim seats.
Question 39
What is the name of this popular British car that features only one front wheel?
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A1948 Morris Minor
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B1973 Reliant Robin
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C1960 Austin Mini
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D1961 MG Midget
1973 Reliant Robin
While a car on three wheels is certainly a strange sight to see, the Reliant Robin was popular in England because it could be driven with only a motorcycle license. While these cars are rather stable in reality, 'Top Gear' host Jeremy Clarkson had his Reliant Robin fixed to roll over every time he'd turn it.
Question 40
Can you name this classic station wagon known as the first car to future a wood rear body?
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A1951 Ford Custom 79 Country Squire
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B1960 Morris Minor 1000
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C1941 Chrysler Town & Country
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D1950 Buick Roadmaster
1941 Chrysler Town & Country
Known as a "woodie", the 1941 Chrysler Town & Country was the first to have an all-steel roof with wood bodywork. The trend continued until 1950 after the original woodie ceased production.
Question 41
What is the name of the car with this pictured V6 engine, which was converted by Aurelio Lampredi from its original racing engine to an engine more fit for use on the road?
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A1973 Datsun 240z
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B1968 Ferrari Dino 206 GT
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C1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS
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D1974 Lamborghini Countach
1968 Ferrari Dino 206 GT
The production of the Dino 206 GT was Ferrari's first attempt at creating a lower-cost vehicle that could increase sales. As a result, a Dino engine was developed, which was named after Enzo Ferrari's son who had died about ten years before.
Question 42
What is the name of this GT-style sports car that came with a rim blow steering wheel?
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A1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
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B1968 AMC AMX
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C1970 Saab Sonett III
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D1974 Lancia Stratos
1968 AMC AMX
While some cars came with the option of a rim blow steering wheel, the AMC AMX came with one already installed. Rather than using a ring or button to honk the horn, the rim blow could be pressed anywhere on the circumference of the wheel.
Question 43
What is the name of this famous bubble car that had one single door on the front of the vehicle instead of the side?
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A1959 Fiat Jolly
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B1960 Messerschmitt
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C1956 BMW Isetta
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D1959 Goggomobil
1956 BMW Isetta
With a distinctive egg shape and rounded windows, the Isetta is the true definition of a "bubble car". Since it is so small, the entire front of the car opens outward to allow entry and exit.
Question 44
What was the name of the car built with the "Hydra-Matic", which was the first mass-produced automatic transmission?
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A1942 Hudson Commodore
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B1941 Packard Clipper
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C1940 Oldsmobile Series 60
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D1941 Chrysler Town and Country
1940 Oldsmobile Series 60
While the 1940 Oldsmobile might not look like anything out of the ordinary on the surface, this car helped shape today's vehicles. With the introduction of the Hydra-Matic drive, people would no longer have to worry about shifting themselves.
Question 45
Can you name the classic car that features this distinguishable yoke-shaped grille shell?
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A1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow
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B1912 Oldsmobile Limited
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C1934 Packard Twelve
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D1932 Ford DeLuxe
1934 Packard Twelve
Anyone who is familiar with Packard vehicles can identify the make of this car with the grille shell alone. While the Packard Twelve featured many unique parts for its time, it didn't neglect to maintain its signature yoke-shaped grille.
Question 46
What high-performance racing version of a standard car features this large, identifiable spoiler?
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A1987 Buick GNX
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B1983 Peugeot 205 GTI
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C1989 BMW Z1
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D1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth
1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth
The Cosworth is a high-performance version of the Ford Sierra designed with the intention of being a Group A racer. The large spoiler on the car's rear is one way to differentiate it from its European predecessor.
Question 47
Which of the following station wagons increased its seating capacity by including a rear seat that faced towards the rear of the car instead of forward?
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A1953 Buick Super Estate
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B1946 Willys Station Wagon
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C1959 Saab 95
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D1949 Plymouth Suburban
1959 Saab 95
While certainly smaller than today's seven-seater cars, the first models of the Saab 95 featured a rear-facing back seat to allow for more seating. The Saab dropped this feature in 1976, but it became a common seating arrangement in '60s vans and station wagons.
Question 48
What is the name of this wedge-shaped grand tourer coupe known for its full-length glass tail light panel?
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A1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
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B1971 De Tomaso Pantera
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C1974 Maserati Khamsin
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D1982 TVR Tasmin
1974 Maserati Khamsin
With a full-length glass rear panel, the Khamsin's tail lights look as if they're floating. However, the U.S. version was fitted into a solid version of the glass panel in order to meet regulations at the time.
Question 49
Can you name the extremely rare supercar which used an impressive 600-hp twin-turbo V8 engine?
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A1985 Ferrari Testarossa
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B1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE
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C1974 Lamborghini Countach
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D1989 Vector W8
1989 Vector W8
While only 22 of these cars were ever produced, the Vector W8 featured an impressive Vector W8 Twin-Turbo engine with 600 horsepower. Pushed to its full limits, this car could reach up to 242 miles per hour.
Question 50
What is the name of this concept car considered to be the first to use scissor doors?
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A1965 Jaguar XJ13
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B1974 Lamborghini Countach
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C1968 Alfa Romeo 33 Carabo
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D1967 Ferrari 330 P4
1968 Alfa Romeo 33 Carabo
Although it never made it into production, the Alfa Romeo 33 Carabo was built on the chassis of the Stardale and included unique scissor doors. Notably, this same door design was later used on the Lamborghini Countach.
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