How Many of These Ultra-Rare Cars Can You Name?

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True car collectors don't just go after the cars everyone else knows, they want unique, head-turning models to stand out from the crowd. You won't find many of these at your average car show, but if you do, get out your camera. Only true car collectors should attempt this quiz of both vintage and modern rarities. How many of these ultra-exclusive, unique, and rare models can you name?


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Ultra-Rare Cars Quiz Questions

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Question 1

No radio, no air conditioning, just pure performance. That was the mantra of this ultra-rare 1967 model, which was dyno-tested at a ludicrous 560 hp. Just 20 were produced, and today fetch prices upwards of $3 million.

  • A
    Shelby GT750
  • B
    Chevy Corvette L88
  • C
    Ford Mustang BOSS
  • D
    Pontiac GTO Judge

Question 2

Another rare Detroit offering, just 109 of this hot rod were produced in 1969, with just 29 equipped with automatic transmissions. No wonder it will cost around $200,000 to get your hands on one of these.

  • A
    Ford Torino Talladega
  • B
    Pontiac GTO Judge Convertible
  • C
    Plymouth Superbird
  • D
    Ford Mustang BOSS Convertible

Question 3

Unlike most other models on here, this model's starting price was in the five figures and it was not designed as a "sub-model" or limited edition. Despite that, this plug-in hybrid was never a hit with buyers, and just 2,874 were sold in the U.S. between 2013 - 16.

  • A
    Chevy Bolt
  • B
    Lincoln MKZ
  • C
    Tesla Model 3
  • D
    Cadillac ELR

Question 4

One of America's most famous, doomed cars, this ground-breaking model was produced only briefly in 1948. Just 51 units rolled off the production line before vexatious litigation forced the company into bankruptcy.

  • A
    Tucker Torpedo
  • B
    Muntz Jet
  • C
    Saleen S7
  • D
    DeLorean DMC-12

Question 5

This model is very different than the last, yet shares the same production total: five. This sleek muscle model is unique for both its massive engine and its drop-top.

  • A
    Ford Thunderbird Swoop
  • B
    Plymouth Hemi Cuda Convertible
  • C
    Pontiac GTO Judge
  • D
    Dodge Coronet R/T 226

Question 6

Although the total 1968 production of this model totaled 569 units, less than 10 covertibles are thought to have survived over the last 50 years. This luxe model boasts a 375 hp engine and even an automatic transmission.

  • A
    Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner
  • B
    Dodge Coronet R/T 226
  • C
    Pontiac GTO Judge
  • D
    Plymouth Prowler

Question 7

Another ultra-rare Detroit product, this '69 model only saw 69 units built to satisfy the NHRA. It had a ridiculous 500 horsepower, making it then the most powerful car of this manufacturer ever sold to the public.

  • A
    Ford Mustang BOSS
  • B
    Chevy Corvette L88
  • C
    Chevy Camaro ZL1
  • D
    Dodge Coronet R/T 226

Question 8

What, a minivan on this list? This is no ordinary minivan, though, with estimated North American production at less than 50 per year and a ridiculous 507 hp.

  • A
    Lamborghini Urus
  • B
    Mercedes R63 AMG
  • C
    Audi Q9
  • D
    BMW X7

Question 9

Just five of this track-oriented sub-model were produced. Its parent car was the fastest production car in the world during the '90s and early '00s.

  • A
    Ruf CTR
  • B
    Porsche 918 Spyder
  • C
    SSC Ultimate Aero TT
  • D
    McLaren F1 LM

Question 10

This vehicle also has outlandish styling, albeit in a much different way. Just five of these $4.5 million hypercars were produced in 2013-4, and only three were sold to actual customers.

  • A
    Devel Sixteen
  • B
    Lamborghini Veneno
  • C
    Vector W8
  • D
    Pagani Huayra R

Question 11

Sports car or race car? The answer here is: both! Seven racing variants and 26 road variants of this legendary speedster were constructed between 1998 - 99. It won 17 of the 22 races in which it entered, one of the best winning percentages in history.

  • A
    BMW Sauber M6
  • B
    Audi R10
  • C
    Mercedes Benz CLK GTR
  • D
    Mercedes-AMG SLS

Question 12

This impressive experiment sought a change from the limitations of a conventional internal combustion engine. Just 55 were produced in 1963-64, with the stylish bodywork provided by Italian firm Ghia.

  • A
    Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
  • B
    Dodge Rocket
  • C
    Chrysler Turbine
  • D
    Plymouth Prowler

Question 13

This 1933 car was regarded as a "freak" in newspaper headlines of the day. Designed by Buckminster Fuller, it was meant to be able to both fly and drive on highways. Just three were built - one of which survives today.

  • A
    Dymaxion car
  • B
    Muntz Jet
  • C
    Stout Scarab
  • D
    Venus Project

Question 14

Hard to believe this radical supercar is over a decade old now, having been produced from 2005-2007. Customers famously paid over $2 million to buy this car, but weren't allowed to use it except on special track days. Just 38 were produced.

  • A
    Mercedes R63 AMG
  • B
    Maserati MC12
  • C
    Alfa Romeo 4CGS
  • D
    Ferrari FXX

Question 15

That this bizarre, two-door SUV even made it to sale in the U.S. is impressive. Only 4,153 were sold in America between 1997 - 2001, making it both one of the ugliest AND the rarest imports of all time.

  • A
    Kawasaki KMX
  • B
    Hyundai Veloster
  • C
    Isuzu VehiCROSS
  • D
    Suzuki Rebel

Question 16

Purchased by Birdman for $8 million in 2011, this 2005 one-off model is capable of reaching 218 mph despite its massive 5,864 lb curb weight.

  • A
    Pagani Huayra R
  • B
    Maybach Exelero
  • C
    Lykan Hypersport
  • D
    Mercedes Benz CLK GTR

Question 17

This model, like the last, shares both unconventional styling and groundbreaking technology. It was the first mass-produced electric, although only 1,100 were produced over four years. Only a handful survived the 1990s, with most in museums or overseas.

  • A
    Honda Insight
  • B
    Mitsubishi i-Miev
  • C
    GM EV1
  • D
    Tesla Kwest

Question 18

If you needed a V12-powered SUV in the 1980s, this was your primary option. One of the most unusual cars ever to enter production, it is also one of the most rare. Just 328 were produced between 1986 - 1993.

  • A
    Lamborghini LM002
  • B
    Mercedes R63 AMG
  • C
    Isuzu VehiCROSS
  • D
    BMW X12

Question 19

This race-oriented car broke the Nurburgring lap record for a production car, completing the Green Hell in 6:47. Just 15 were produced between 2009 - 2011.

  • A
    Ariel Atom X1
  • B
    Pagani Zonda R
  • C
    Ascari A10
  • D
    Spyker Laviolette C4

Question 20

Custom-built for a fabulously wealthy buyer, this "bespoke" model cost its buyer $12.8 million in May 2017, a 50-fold increase over the average sale price of this maker's other luxurious offerings.

  • A
    Aston Martin One:77
  • B
    Bentley Villa d'Este
  • C
    Rolls-Royce Sweptail
  • D
    Spyker Laviolette

Question 21

James Bond no doubt would be thrilled to drive this exclusive speedster, which sold for 1.1 million GBP during its production from 2009-2012. Just 76 cars remain in existence after one crashed in Hong Kong. That's one expensive accident.

  • A
    Bentley Villa d'Este
  • B
    Aston Martin One-77
  • C
    Aston Martin Lagonde
  • D
    Rolls-Royce Century

Question 22

Just 19 of this American supercar were produced from 1990 - 1993. Capable of reaching 242 mph, it still ranks among the fastest cars ever produced, even nearly 30 years later.

  • A
    Gumpert Apollo
  • B
    Vector W8
  • C
    Ariel Atom X1
  • D
    Bill Thomas Cheetah

Question 23

Despite its name, six of this car were produced in 2014. It broke world records in numerous speed categories, including a ridiculous run from 0 to 400 km/h and back in just 33 seconds.

  • A
    Lamborghini LM002
  • B
    Aston Martin One:77
  • C
    Devel Sixteen
  • D
    Koenigsegg One:1

Question 24

Okay, let's get a little tougher. This model was designed to herald a return to racing for its manufacturer. Just 62 of these $660,000 cars were sold to lucky buyers in 2004-05.

  • A
    Lamborghini Veneno
  • B
    SSC Ultimate Aero TT
  • C
    Maserati MC12
  • D
    Alfa Romeo 4C

Question 25

This powerful model was designed by Frank Kurtis but marketed by a "Madman". Powered by Cadillac and Lincoln motors, only 198 were produced between 1949 - 1954.

  • A
    Bill Thomas Cheetah
  • B
    Shelby GT350
  • C
    Muntz Jet
  • D
    Vector W8

Question 26

Although 500 models were eventually produced (making it one of the most common cars on this list), just 150 were designed for export to North America, so good luck catching a glimpse of one. It was produced just from 2010 - 2012.

  • A
    Nissan GT-R
  • B
    Lexus LFA
  • C
    Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VIII
  • D
    Acura NSX

Question 27

These next two are record-breaking speedsters. This car is still on sale, but only 16 had been sold of an eventual 30 as of February 2018. It reached a top speed of 270 mph on a 2014 run, the fastest one-way run in a production car.

  • A
    Koenigsegg Agera RS
  • B
    Shelby GT700
  • C
    Hennessey Venom GT
  • D
    Dodge Demon

Question 28

While this is technically a concept car, it is fully driveable and has made countless media appearances since its 1970 debut. While its 33 inch height leaves some practicality to be desired, its $915,000 2011 sale price shows that demand is still strong.

  • A
    Lancia Stratos Zero
  • B
    Pininfarina Omologato
  • C
    Ferrari FQ
  • D
    Bertone Mantide

Question 29

Produced from 1978 - 1981, just 453 of this supercar rolled off the production line. Its rarity is compounded by some unusual design decisions - it remains one of only two cars produced by this manufacturer ever equipped with a mid-engine layout.

  • A
    Audi R1
  • B
    Mercedes S63 AMG
  • C
    Lamborghini Countach
  • D
    BMW M1

Question 30

This model was the fastest production car in the world from 2007-10, capable of reaching an outrageous 256 mph. Despite these speeds, it famously came equipped with no driver aids such as antilock brakes. Less than 20 were built.

  • A
    Koenigsegg CCX
  • B
    Saleen S7
  • C
    SSC Ultimate Aero TT
  • D
    Vector W8

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