How Many of These Rustbucket Cars Can You Name?
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These cars were somebody's pride and joy before being neglected - can you identify each of these rusted-out models?
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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Question 1
OJ wouldn't get anywhere too fast in this rustbucket. It was produced from 1984-1990.
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AGMC Jimmy
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BCadillac Escalade
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CGeo Tracker
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DFord Bronco II
Ford Bronco II
The Bronco II was the more compact version of OJ's famous Bronco, which was actually owned and driven by former NFL player Al Cowlings.
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.
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AMercury Cougar
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BChevy Camaro Z/28
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CAMC Rebel
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DFord Thunderbird
Chevy Camaro Z/28
This is a second-gen 1979 Chevy Camaro Z/28 with the sexy striped logo on the door.
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?
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ADodge Charger
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BPlymouth Road Runner
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CPontiac GTO
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DFord Mustang
Ford Mustang
This is a first-generation mid-60s Ford Mustang GT, capable of producing up to 271 horsepower.
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.
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ADodge Charger
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BFord Thunderbird
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CChrysler 300
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DChevy Impala
Chevy Impala
This is a rusted-out 1960s Chevy Impala, seen on the streets of the French Quarter in New Orleans.
Question 5
This proud '68 muscle car doesn't look too far gone, just needing a bit of TLC and some new tires.
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AChevy Camaro
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BPontiac Firebird
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CMercury Cougar
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DPlymouth GTX
Pontiac Firebird
This '68 Firebird was available with a V8 engine producing up to 340 horsepower. Vroom indeed.
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.
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ACadillac Sedan de Ville
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BLincoln Continental
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CMercury Grand Marquis
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DBuick Century
Cadillac Sedan de Ville
This is a fourth-gen Cadillac Sedan de Ville, which was an insane 230 inches long - more than three feet longer than a modern Toyota Camry!
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.
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ABuick Skylark
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BChevy Bel Air
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CMercury Cougar
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DPontiac Firebird
Buick Skylark
This is a 1972 Buick Skylark, equipped with a two-barrel 350 V8 engine.
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.
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AFord Styleside
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BChevy El Camino
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CDodge Sweptline
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DChevy Fleetside
Chevy El Camino
This is a second-gen '66 Chevy El Camino, available with an engine size as large as 375 horsepower.
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.
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AChevy Bel Air
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BHudson Hornet
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CPontiac Starfire
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DBuick Skylark
Chevy Bel Air
The '64 Bel Air was available with up to a 425 horsepower engine. Wow!
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.
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APlymouth Valiant
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BChrysler 300
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CBuick Skylark
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DPontiac Bonneville
Plymouth Valiant
This particular Valiant was likely one of the last ones produced, as production ran from 1960 - 1976.
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?
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APontiac GTO
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BDodge Challenger
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CAMC Rebel
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DMercury Cougar
Pontiac GTO
This is an "A-body" 1968 Pontiac GTO, available with an optional hood-mounted tachometer. GTO is actually an Italian abbreviation for Gran Turismo Omologato.
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.
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AVolvo XC
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BAudi 3000
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CSaab 9-7X
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DVW Golf
VW Golf
Called the "rat look", you'll find the rust coating on many a 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.
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AChevy 3000
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BFord F-3
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CInternational L110
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DDodge Ram
Ford F-3
This is one of the first generations of the legendary Ford F-Series, which is still manufactured today.
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.
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ADuesenberg Model X
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BEdsel Pacer
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CImperial LeBaron
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DAuburn Speedster
Edsel Pacer
This is the infamous Edsel Pacer. Despite being one of the best-selling 1958 Edsel models, it didn't survive the year. Remarkably, a 303 horsepower engine came standard.
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.
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AAudi TT
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BSaab 9-7X
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CBMW 330i
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DMercedes-Benz SLK
Audi TT
The Audi TT has only been manufactured since 1998, so someone must have gone out of their way to destroy this poor vehicle.
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.
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ANash Rambler
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BFord Country Squire
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CDodge Cranbrook
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DPlymouth Belvedere
Plymouth Belvedere
This rustbucket is an early model Plymouth Belvedere. In 1970 it was replaced by the Satellite, which was a name originally used for the top-trim level Belvederes.
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.
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ALincoln Continental
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BChevy Bel Air
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CBuick Super
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DOldsmobile 98
Buick Super
This Buick Super was produced over a variety of body styles from 1939-1958 and made a return as a trimline from 2008-2011.
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.
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AOldsmobile 88
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BMercury Cougar
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CBuick Century
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DPontiac Grand Prix
Oldsmobile 88
This is a '52 Oldsmobile 88, the division's top-selling line that year and until 1974.
Question 19
While the back windshield is intact, not much else is there on this '61 model. You could probably call it "Christine".
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APontiac Firebird
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BPlymouth Fury
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CMercury Comet
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DBuick Century
Plymouth Fury
You can tell this was a '61 due to the lack of tailfins on this old Fury. The 1958 model provided the basis for the creature in the 1983 horror movie 'Christine'.
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.
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ANash Rambler
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BPackard Patrician
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COldsmobile 98
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DStudebaker Lark
Packard Patrician
This is a mid-50s Packard Patrician, which came standard with a whopping 284 horsepower. It was built in Packard's Detroit facilities on East Grand Boulevard.
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.
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AFord Pinto
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BPontiac Sunbird
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CChevy Vega
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DMercury Comet
Chevy Vega
The Chevy Vega suffered particularly from issues with oxidation, giving them the unfortunate nickname "the cars that rusted on the showroom floor".
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.
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AStudebaker E-Series
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BChevy 3000
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CFord F-Series
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DInternational L-Series
Studebaker E-Series
This is a '55 Studebaker E-Series, with engine choices including a 92 horsepower V-6 engine. Yikes!
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.
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AChevy Cavalier
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BFord Probe
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CDodge Monaco
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DDodge Charger
Dodge Charger
This is an L-body '86 Dodge Charger, some of which were equipped with an anemic 96 horsepower engine.
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.
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ALincoln Zephyr
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BMercury Eight
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CCadillac 66
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DChrysler Imperial
Mercury Eight
This is a 1949 Mercury Eight, found by the side of the road in Jackson County, Ohio. They were manufactured by the Ford division until 1951.
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?
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AStudebaker President
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BAuburn Speedster
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CHudson Hornet
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DNash Rambler
Studebaker President
This is a 1937 Studebaker President. Somehow it made its way to New Zealand, where this picture was taken.
Question 26
Compared to others on this list, this car is practically brand new. Nevertheless, this mid-80s model is long past its prime.
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ABuick Wildcat
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BLincoln Town Car
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CPontiac Grand Am
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DCadillac Allante
Pontiac Grand Am
This is an '86 or '87 Pontiac Grand Am, sharing GM's N-body with the likes of the Chevy Malibu and Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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.
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ARenault DS
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BPeugeot 206
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CCitroën 2CV
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DFiat 300
Citroën 2CV
The Citroën 2CV remained in production from 1948-1990 and was manufactured in France.
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.
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ALincoln Zephyr
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BFord De Luxe
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CPontiac Torpedo
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DChevy Fleetline
Pontiac Torpedo
This is a Pontiac Torpedo, produced from 1939-1948. When it was released, it was the biggest Pontiac in history.
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.
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AToyota FJ
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BDodge Ram
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CFord Bronco
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DJeep CJ
Jeep CJ
This is an old-school Jeep CJ, short for "civilian Jeep" and contrasted with the MB military Jeeps.
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?
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AAustin-Healey
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BNash
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CHudson
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DAuburn
Nash
This '31 Nash also ended up in New Zealand, and may be the only example in the entire country.
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Lot of fun involved and learned a lot about the older cars that I didn't know💯👍😍😊🫶
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
like it when i have time
Like. It
Some questions were easy because the name of the vehicle was IN THE PHOTO!!!
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.
It was alittle unusual but brain taxing. Stretch your mind.
That was a difficult quiz. Man. Talk about some old rust
Don't get ****y with the master he will get you every time.
Some old rust buckets there, good quiz.