How Many of These Rustbucket Cars Can You Name?

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No car is designed to end up in a junkyard, but it is inevitable that most will eventually end up in the scrap heap. These cars were somebody's pride and joy before being neglected - can you identify each of these rusted-out models?


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Rustbucket Cars Quiz Questions

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Question 1

OJ wouldn't get anywhere too fast in this rustbucket. It was produced from 1984-1990.

  • A
    GMC Jimmy
  • B
    Cadillac Escalade
  • C
    Geo Tracker
  • D
    Ford Bronco II

Question 2

This late-70s muscle model didn't have the horsepower or prestige of the late-60s versions, but that doesn't mean it deserved abandonment.

  • A
    Mercury Cougar
  • B
    Chevy Camaro Z/28
  • C
    AMC Rebel
  • D
    Ford Thunderbird

Question 3

It's a shame to see a muscle car go to scrap, but even more shameful to see a performance version put out to pasture. This is a "GT" example of which muscle car?

  • A
    Dodge Charger
  • B
    Plymouth Road Runner
  • C
    Pontiac GTO
  • D
    Ford Mustang

Question 4

This American icon has been produced over ten generations off and on since 1957. This full-sized four door example has seen better days.

  • A
    Dodge Charger
  • B
    Ford Thunderbird
  • C
    Chrysler 300
  • D
    Chevy Impala

Question 5

This proud '68 muscle car doesn't look too far gone, just needing a bit of TLC and some new tires.

  • A
    Chevy Camaro
  • B
    Pontiac Firebird
  • C
    Mercury Cougar
  • D
    Plymouth GTX

Question 6

Once one of the most luxurious and expensive American cars one could buy, this luxe model from the early-mid 1970s has been degraded by the elements.

  • A
    Cadillac Sedan de Ville
  • B
    Lincoln Continental
  • C
    Mercury Grand Marquis
  • D
    Buick Century

Question 7

Although this 1972 rustbucket was spotted on the streets of Framingham, Massachusetts, I'm not sure it's operational given its exterior appearance.

  • A
    Buick Skylark
  • B
    Chevy Bel Air
  • C
    Mercury Cougar
  • D
    Pontiac Firebird

Question 8

This one is light on rust but heavy on missing parts. I'll give you a hint: it's a 1966 mixture of utility coupe and pickup.

  • A
    Ford Styleside
  • B
    Chevy El Camino
  • C
    Dodge Sweptline
  • D
    Chevy Fleetside

Question 9

Once the pride of many garages, this full-sized '64, available with an array of powerful engines, has long ago been put out to pasture.

  • A
    Chevy Bel Air
  • B
    Hudson Hornet
  • C
    Pontiac Starfire
  • D
    Buick Skylark

Question 10

This rusty mid-70s model was pictured on the street still running in 2006 - not a surprise given this budget model's reputation for reliability and durability.

  • A
    Plymouth Valiant
  • B
    Chrysler 300
  • C
    Buick Skylark
  • D
    Pontiac Bonneville

Question 11

This whole picture looks like one giant project, but in the middle of it all is a 1968 model of which muscle car?

  • A
    Pontiac GTO
  • B
    Dodge Challenger
  • C
    AMC Rebel
  • D
    Mercury Cougar

Question 12

Of course, it's not just American cars that are prone to rust. This particular make and model has so many rusty examples that it has spawned a "rust-chic" look in Europe.

  • A
    Volvo XC
  • B
    Audi 3000
  • C
    Saab 9-7X
  • D
    VW Golf

Question 13

This oldtimer was part of the first series of pickup trucks designed post-war by its manufacturer. It remained in production through 1952.

  • A
    Chevy 3000
  • B
    Ford F-3
  • C
    International L110
  • D
    Dodge Ram

Question 14

What list of rustbucket cars would be complete without this infamous model? This "Oldsmobile sucking a lemon" was sold only in 1958, meaning it lasted exactly one-third as long as its marque.

  • A
    Duesenberg Model X
  • B
    Edsel Pacer
  • C
    Imperial LeBaron
  • D
    Auburn Speedster

Question 15

We don't know the story behind what happened to this modern speedster, but somebody must have really hated this poor car. It was produced from 1998-2006.

  • A
    Audi TT
  • B
    Saab 9-7X
  • C
    BMW 330i
  • D
    Mercedes-Benz SLK

Question 16

This model was produced from 1954-1970 in sedan, station wagon and even convertible styling. This is a relatively early example, likely produced around 1955.

  • A
    Nash Rambler
  • B
    Ford Country Squire
  • C
    Dodge Cranbrook
  • D
    Plymouth Belvedere

Question 17

Now a rusted-out relic, this full-sized 1950 model featured a chrome grill that looked ready to eat competitors alive - and of course, trademark VentiPorts.

  • A
    Lincoln Continental
  • B
    Chevy Bel Air
  • C
    Buick Super
  • D
    Oldsmobile 98

Question 18

While this one is missing much of its front end, the most savvy car enthusiasts should be able to recognize this former muscle model, a 1952.

  • A
    Oldsmobile 88
  • B
    Mercury Cougar
  • C
    Buick Century
  • D
    Pontiac Grand Prix

Question 19

While the back windshield is intact, not much else is there on this '61 model. You could probably call it "Christine".

  • A
    Pontiac Firebird
  • B
    Plymouth Fury
  • C
    Mercury Comet
  • D
    Buick Century

Question 20

This mid-50s model has certainly seen better days, but 60 years ago it was the top-end example available from its marque. At least this car certainly outlived its manufacturer, which folded in 1958.

  • A
    Nash Rambler
  • B
    Packard Patrician
  • C
    Oldsmobile 98
  • D
    Studebaker Lark

Question 21

This subcompact model became infamous for a wide array of reliability problems during its production run from 1970-1977, leaving this 1972 model as one of the least-surprising cars in our quiz.

  • A
    Ford Pinto
  • B
    Pontiac Sunbird
  • C
    Chevy Vega
  • D
    Mercury Comet

Question 22

Just another rusty blue pickup to most, only the most discerning eye will be able to tell this 1955 model, which remained in production until 1960.

  • A
    Studebaker E-Series
  • B
    Chevy 3000
  • C
    Ford F-Series
  • D
    International L-Series

Question 23

It's perhaps not surprising to see this 1986 model in the scrap heap. It was the fifth generation of a once-formidable muscle car, but many versions from this era produced less than 100 horsepower due to restrictions from the oil crisis.

  • A
    Chevy Cavalier
  • B
    Ford Probe
  • C
    Dodge Monaco
  • D
    Dodge Charger

Question 24

More than 60 years past its prime, this poor 1949 model was at one time a luxury car that anyone would've been proud to own.

  • A
    Lincoln Zephyr
  • B
    Mercury Eight
  • C
    Cadillac 66
  • D
    Chrysler Imperial

Question 25

This pre-war model is now eighty years old, so the fact that it's (mostly) in one piece is really not too bad. It's believed to be a 1937 model from which now-defunct maker?

  • A
    Studebaker President
  • B
    Auburn Speedster
  • C
    Hudson Hornet
  • D
    Nash Rambler

Question 26

Compared to others on this list, this car is practically brand new. Nevertheless, this mid-80s model is long past its prime.

  • A
    Buick Wildcat
  • B
    Lincoln Town Car
  • C
    Pontiac Grand Am
  • D
    Cadillac Allante

Question 27

Fans of uniquely-styled cars will instantly recognize this post-WWII classic. Despite its roof and trunk made from canvas, many were durable. This one was photographed on the street in 2014.

  • A
    Renault DS
  • B
    Peugeot 206
  • C
    Citroën 2CV
  • D
    Fiat 300

Question 28

This WWII-era model may have survived to the 21st century, but only just barely. This one is recognizable for its unique grille and long hood and body.

  • A
    Lincoln Zephyr
  • B
    Ford De Luxe
  • C
    Pontiac Torpedo
  • D
    Chevy Fleetline

Question 29

Long known to have rust issues, I can't say I'm surprised to see this abandoned model looking a bit worse for wear. Given that this model is meant for off-roading and four-wheeling, it's only appropriate to see it worn out.

  • A
    Toyota FJ
  • B
    Dodge Ram
  • C
    Ford Bronco
  • D
    Jeep CJ

Question 30

This pre-war luxury model came equipped with a straight-eight engine. It's hard to tell which model this is, but we do know it's a 1931 model of which carmaker which went out of business in 1954?

  • A
    Austin-Healey
  • B
    Nash
  • C
    Hudson
  • D
    Auburn

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Lot of fun involved and learned a lot about the older cars that I didn't know💯👍😍😊🫶

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Tell Franz and I thought I thought I would get him all right but I was wrong wrong. Thank you have a lot of fun and plan on having a lot more

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like it when i have time

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Like. It

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Some questions were easy because the name of the vehicle was IN THE PHOTO!!!

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It's great, especially the cars from the 50's, 60's & 70's. Need more of them. And american made rucks of the same eras.

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It was alittle unusual but brain taxing. Stretch your mind.

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That was a difficult quiz. Man. Talk about some old rust

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Don't get ****y with the master he will get you every time.

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Some old rust buckets there, good quiz.

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