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The beautiful Chevrolet El Camino, the unforgettable Dodge Charger, and the incredible Ford Fairlane. They all became classics through their impact, popularity, and collectibility. They're the cars you see in movies and television as well as on the local roads and highways. Which classic American car is your favorite?
Can you name a collection of award-winning American cars? Do you know the make of some of the most famous models ever created? Can you name the years of production on a car given its name? If that's too easy, do you think you know how many generations each car had? You'll need to know more than just the names of these iconic cars to ace this quiz!
If you know the name of the car, can you guess the body style that was used for it? Do you know which movie you would get a glimpse of the Plymouth Fury in? Do you know what the other name for a Pontiac Tempest is? Those might be easy, but can you name the car that shares a name with a game? Make sure you know your car history and interesting facts!
If you're a true car fanatic then this will be a breeze. Take the quiz to see how much you know about the cars that shaped America!
Which car's third generation body style was used on a NASCAR automobile?
Morgan Plus 4
Maserati 3500 GT
Chevrolet Chevelle
The body of a Chevrolet Chevelle was used on a NASCAR automobile. The person who drove this model was Cale Yarborough who used it during the '70s.
Mercedes-Benz 540K
The first Generation of Camaro was available in what year?
1988
1990
1967
The first generation of the Camaro was available in 1967 and came in multiple styles, such as a convertible. The first generation was only built for three years.
1920
Which cartoon character was in a commercial for the Plymouth Road Runner?
Wile E. Coyote
Wile E. Coyote was in the commercial for the Plymouth Road Runner. This makes sense because on television, he was always chasing after the real Road Runner, who also appeared in the spot.
The Pink Panther
Mickey Mouse
Roger Rabbit
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The song "Fun, Fun, Fun" by The Beach Boys mentions which classic car?
Ford Thunderbird
The Ford Thunderbird is mentioned in the song "Fun, Fun, Fun" by The Beach Boys. The car is so iconic that it was produced from the 1950s up until 2005.
Chevrolet Chevelle
Oldsmobile Rallye 350
Triumph Spitfire
Is it true or false that the Plymouth Superbird was identical to the Road Runner?
True
False
This is false. The cars were similar but not identical. The Superbird was specifically designed and optimized for racing, whereas the Road Runner was not.
Which American car uses an F-body?
SS Jaguar 100
Dodge Charger
Lotus Elite
Chevrolet Camaro
The Chevrolet Camaro uses an F-body. The car was first produced in the 1960s and newer versions are still in production today. You may remember this car as it was used in the movie, "Transformers."
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Which movie used the 1958 Plymouth Fury?
"Christine"
"Christine" used the 1958 Plymouth Fury. The car was flashy and made a statement, produced in countless colors and styles that made each one unique.
"Little Big Man"
"Husbands"
"Soldier Blue"
Which car was remade in 2012?
Oldsmobile Cutlass
Aston Martin DB6
Pontiac LeMans
Ford Boss 302 Mustang
The Ford Boss 302 Mustang was remade in 2012 for only one year since its first production in 1969. The car was used for racing and had signature stripes on its paint job.
Which of the following was a classic muscle car?
1970 Buick GSX
The 1970 Buick GSX was a classic muscle car that was competition for cars like the Plymouth Hemi Cuda. Color choices were limited, with only yellow and white as options.
Cadillac DeVille
Bugatti Type 57
Alfa Romeo Spider
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In what year was the AMC Rebel first produced?
1967
The AMC Rebel was first produced in 1967. The car was only made for three years but made a big impact on the automotive world with its special editions.
1980
1920
1939
Which model was one of Oldsmobile's most successful?
Cutlass
The Cutlass was one of the most successful models for the brand. The iconic car had six generations that were produced for about 30 years, making it a classic.
Firebird Trans-Am
P1800
Plus 4
Which car had five generations?
Camaro
Volvo P1800
Oldsmobile Rallye 350
Chevrolet Nova
The Chevrolet Nova had five generations that started in the 1960s and ended in the 1980s. The car was available in many different styles which included everything from a convertible to a station wagon.
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The Pontiac Tempest was later known as what?
M1
Continental
LeMans
The Pontiac Tempest went by this name for nine years before taking on the new name, "LeMans." The first generation of the car used a Y-body, later switching to an A-body.
MGA
Which car shares its name with a game?
Triumph Spitfire
Plymouth Fury
Dodge Dart
The Dodge Dart shares its name with the game of darts. The car was first made in the 1960s and it even boasts its own rally car as well as versions made by Fiat.
Lotus Elite
Is it true or false that the Montego was made by AMC?
True
False
This is false. The Montego was actually made by Mercury in the 1960s. The car was available in styles such as the convertible or the wagon.
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Is it true or false that the Rallye 350 was made by Oldsmobile?
True
This is true. The car was made in the 1970s and fewer than 4,000 of them were produced. It came in a flashy yellow color with black stripes on its hood.
False
Which of the following cars is a pony car?
Ford Thunderbird
Hudson Hornet
Volvo P1800
Plymouth Barracuda
The Plymouth Barracuda was a pony car. When the car was first made, it was manufactured with an A body, but in later generations, it had an E body which influenced its value today.
Which car won "Motor Trend Car of the Year" in 1968?
Ford Boss 302 Mustang
Hudson Hornet
Cadillac de Ville
Pontiac GTO
The Pontiac GTO won this award in 1968. The award is given out by Motor Trend Magazine. The car had been out for five years when it won the award.
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Is it true or false that Hurst worked with Oldsmobile on the 442?
True
This is true. The Oldsmobile 442 used parts from Hurst. The two later teamed up to produce another version of the car. The Oldsmobile 442 was produced for about 16 years.
False
Is it true or false that a Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am was used in "Smokey and the Bandit"?
True
This is true. A Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am was used in "Smokey and the Bandit" and it was driven by Burt Reynolds. The car was first made in the late 1960s.
False
Which car debuted in the year of General Motors' 50th anniversary?
BMW M1
Austin-Healey 3000
Chevrolet Impala
The Chevrolet Impala debuted in 1958, the same year that General Motors celebrated its 50th anniversary. The car has had ten generations and it is still being produced today.
Porsche 356
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Which creature is in the name of a car made by Shelby?
Bear
Horse
Cobra
The Shelby Cobra was first made in the 1960s and went through a series of different styles and updates. The car ran using a V8 engine in the United States.
Tiger
How many generations of the Hudson Hornet were there?
One
14
Nine
Two
There were two generations of the Hudson Hornet, both of which were made in the 1950s. The car was also seen on the NASCAR racetrack.
Which of the following car names could be used to describe royalty?
Buick Regal
The Buick Regal was a luxury car first produced in the 1970s. It is still being produced today, although it uses a different layout than its predecessors.
Volkswagen CC
Ford Fusion
Mazda 6
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Is it true or false that there were ten generations of the Buick Skylark?
True
False
This is false. The Buick Skylark had a total of six generations which started in the 1950s. The car evolved throughout the years in terms of look and style.
Which of these cars used a C body?
Cadillac DeVille
The Cadillac DeVille used a C-body and the models from the '60s were especially unique with fins on the back. The fins were present for many generations after, although they were less prominent.
Buick Century
Ford Model T
Plymouth Road Runner
Which car is named for the estate of the manufacturer's founder?
Ford Fairlane
The Ford Fairlane was named after Henry Ford's estate. The car was produced for about 20 years and made a statement with the flashy color combinations in which it came.
Chevrolet Chevelle
Morgan Plus 4
Plymouth Fury
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"The Dukes of Hazzard" featured which classic car?
Bugatti Type 57
1969 Dodge Charger
The 1969 Dodge Charger was one of the stars of "The Dukes of Hazzard." The Charger in the show was named the "General Lee" and it was an orange powerhouse.
Maserati 3500 GT
Austin-Healey 3000
Which car has had ten generations?
Lincoln Continental
The Lincoln Continental had ten generations since it was first produced in the 1930s. On the first model, the spare tire was on the back of the car.
Aston Martin DB6
Pontiac GTO
Cadillac DeVille
Is it true or false that American Motors made a car called AMX?
True
This is true. The American Motors AMX was produced in the 1960s and it was a flashy sports car. It was even used on the race track!
False
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Which of the following cars resembles a truck?
1970 Buick GSX
BMW M1
Ferrari 275 GTB/4
1973 Ford Ranchero 500
The 1973 Ford Ranchero 500 resembled a truck and it could be used in the same manner as a truck would be used. The back of the car had a bed that allowed for transporting items.
Which of these cars is a sports car?
Pontiac GTO
Mercury Comet
Dodge Charger
Dodge Viper
The Dodge Viper was a sports car that was produced for more than 20 years. The car had a unique look to it and some versions even hit the race track.
Which model of car was made by Chevrolet?
P1800
Elite
Thunderbird
El Camino
The El Camino was a car produced by Chevrolet in the 1950s and '60s. The car was similar in style to the popular Ford Ranchero which acted as a truck/car hybrid.
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Which of the following cars was first known as the Mercury Comet?
Ford Thunderbird
Triumph Spitfire
Lincoln Continental
1969 Mercury Cyclone
The 1969 Mercury Cyclone was first known as the Mercury Comet. The car went through a few name changes and the entire line was produced for just under ten years.
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