QUIZ: Do You Know The Make And Model Of These Classic Muscle Cars?
From Mustang to Camaro to Chevelle to Viper, every car aficionado has their favorite muscle car. From the purr of the engine to the color of the paint, every detail matters when it comes down to it. Some might call the love for classic muscle obsessive and pointless, but we think that's just insane! Few things are more inspiring than heading out on the open road and pressing your foot to the floor. Just make sure traffic is light and no cops are around.
Are you a true muscle aficionado? Can you name the type of care and year it was produced just by looking at the picture? If you think so, then this quiz should be pretty easy. Then again, maybe you're not as smart as you think. Let us know how you did in the comments!
This car started out as an option package for another model and was available as a two-door coupe, hard-top, and convertible.
A. 1969 Mercury Cyclone
B. 1961 Pontiac Firebird Supercharged
C. 1971 AMC Hornet SC/360
D. 1964 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power
Answer: 1964 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power
The Pontiac GTO Tri-Power began as an option package for the Pontiac Tempest, but quickly took on a life of its own. By 1966 the car was so popular it became a separate model entirely and was produced that way until 1971.
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This classic muscle monster had a standard list of features that included 510 pounds of torque and a 350hp 455c.i. V-8.
A. 1970 Oldsmobile F-85
B. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass W-31
C. 1963 Ford Gran Torino Hemi-Convertible
D. 1971 Buick GSX
Answer: 1971 Buick GSX
The 1971 Buick GSX was the company's first foray into high-performance vehicles. The standard features were eye-popping, but initial sales were low. Today, however, the car is considered a classic among enthusiasts.
This model is just as popular as ever, and can still be bought for around $150,000.
A. 1964 Plymouth Belvedere
B. 1964 Ford Fairline Thunderbolt
C. 1967 Chevrolet Impala Special Edition
D. 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Answer: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
The Mustang is still as popular as ever. The original Boss series was only produced for two years but returned in 2012 as part of the Trans-Am Racing Series.
Part of the second generation line of production, this model stands out for massive body overhaul featuring tapered front fenders and a rounded beltline.
A. 1970 AMC Rebel Machine
B. 1969 Yenko Camaro 427
C. 1968 Dodge Dart 426
D. 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
Answer: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
The base 454 option was rated at 350 hp but could be upgraded as an LS6 version with 450 hp. Only 4,475 LS6 Chevelles were ever produced, making it a valuable piece for collectors.
The final year of this classic's first generation run saw improvements necessary to be included in the Trans-Am Racing Series.
A. 1969 Ford Boss 429
B. 1958 Plymouth Fury
C. 1965 Dodge Viper GTO
D. 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Answer: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
This modified racing edition of the Chevrolet Camaro included a solid-lifter 302 V8, power disc brakes, 4-speed transmission, and two distinct racing stripes adorning all the way to the trunk.
This model included a sunroof option which was ordered barely over 200 times.
A. 1973 Ford Ranchero 500
B. 1969 Mercury Cyclone
C. 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400
D. 1969 Dodge Charger
Answer: 1969 Dodge Charger
The 1969 Dodge Charger included the sunroof option, as well as a new grill and center divider, longitudinal taillights, and a trim line that distinguished it as special.
The name of this classic car didn't just imply it was the top dog, it let the consumer know it was!
A. 1971 AMC Matador Machine
B. 1971 Ford Boss 429
C. 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Emperor
D. 1968 Shelby Mustang GT 500-KR
Answer: 1968 Shelby Mustang GT 500-KR
The KR stands for "King of the Road," and advertising ploy to let the consumer know this was the most powerful Mustang ever built. It was also the last of the Shelby line, making it incredibly rare and valuable today.
The last of its generation, less than 100,000 of these models were ever produced
A. 1970 Buick GSX 455
B. 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible
C. 164 Ford Fairline Lightning
D. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
Answer: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
The Pontiac Firebird 400 series was available with three different V8 engines that topped out at 345 hp. It has taken on classic status today despite low initial sales.
This car was designed as a cheaper alternative to the more expensive muscle cars of the era.
A. 1959 Ford Galaxie
B. 1964 Pontiac Tempest
C. 1970 Buick GSX Stage 1
D. 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
Answer: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
A mid-size muscle car with a focus on performance, Plymouth used the Road Runner to try and recapture the market with a lighter and cheaper alternative. With additions, however, the car could still become quite pricey.
This heavy muscle car had to be redesigned to meet new federal standards for impact protection.
A. 1970 Oldsmobile 442
B. 1964 Plymouth Belvedere
C. 1971 Ford Mustang 600
D. 1973 Ford Ranchero 500
Answer: 1973 Ford Ranchero 500
A massive overall from the previous generation, the 1973 Ford Ranchero 500 had a body that made it look more like a jet engine than a car. Because of its size and weight, the front end had to be redesigned for greater impact safety.
A popular model on the always expanding restoration market.
A. 1969 Mercury Cougar
B. 1970 Ford Torino
C. 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird
D. 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
Answer: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
The SuperSport 454 is considered by many to be the pinnacle of Chevrolet's truck-based car hybrid era. The bulky vehicle had specs to match featuring an engine with 450 hp and 500 lb/ft of torque, allowing the El Camino to go from 0-60 in just 6.6 seconds.
Three engines were available for this model version that only ran for one year.
A. 1970 AMC Rebel Machine
B. 1969 Mercury Cougar
C. 1971 Pontiac Intimidator
D. 1969 Mercury Cyclone
Answer: 1969 Mercury Cyclone
The 1969 Mercury Cyclone was available with a 302, 351, and 390 c.i. engine that topped out at 320 hp. This particular model was also redesigned with a spoiler for NASCAR and used the same engine as the 1969 Boss Mustang.
This car was designed and marketed to appeal to consumers closely following the "Space Race."
A. 1960 Plymouth Milky Way
B. 1964 Plymouth Belvedere Launch
C. 1958 Pontiac Neptune
D. 1960 Ford Galaxie
Answer: 1960 Ford Galaxie
The Galaxie ran from 1960 until 1974 and was originally introduced alongside the Ford Fairlane. In trend at the time, the Galaxie was made with a chrome and stainless steel body with optional two-tone paint.
Here is one of the top ten most valuable muscle cars today.
A. 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS
B. 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350
C. 1972 Dodge Viper Hemi
D. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
Answer: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1974 Chevrolet Corvette features an aluminum engine with an insane 500 hp and was the most powerful version of the model at the time. Today the car is valued at a ridiculous 1.4 million dollars!
Just under 2,000 of this NASCAR dinosaur were produced.
A. Just under 2,000 of this NASCAR dinosaur were produced.
B. 1969 Ford Boss 429
C. 1972 Chevrolet Impala KR
D. 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird
Answer: 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird
Considered a classic today, the 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird came out at a time when extravagance was dying in the auto world. By 1971 the Hemi Superbirds that remained unsold were converted into Plymouth Road Runners.
This coupe/utility pickup was adorned with a new name the year this model came out.
A. 1973 Ford Ranchero 400
B. 1958 Plymouth Fury
C. 1971 AMC Matador Machine
D. 1979 GMC Caballero
Answer: 1979 GMC Caballero
From 1971 until 1977 the Caballero was known as the GMC Sprint. The new name was given after other vehicles with Spanish names like the Ranchero and El Camino became more popular.
This classic was actually an upscale version of another intermediate sized model.
A. 1969 Yenko Chevelle 427
B. 1970 Buick GSX 455
C. 1965 Ford Thunderbird SS
D. 1969 Ford Torino
Answer: 1969 Ford Torino
The Torino was an upscale version of the Ford Fairlane and was originally considered a sub-series of that line. The name"Torino" comes from the city of Turin, which was considered the Italian equivalent of Detroit.
Goodyear Polyglas tires came standard with this classic car.
A. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass W-31
B. 1970 Oldsmobile F-85
C. 1971 AMC Rebel Matador
D. 1971 AMC Hornet SC360
Answer: 1971 AMC Hornet SC360
The styled Goodyear tires on the Hornet were not this vehicles only standout features. It also had body striping, a hood scoop, and a number of performance upgrades available for the consumer willing to spend little more to get a little more.
The last model of a sub-series before stepping out into the light as its own beast.
A. 1965 Chevrolet Malibu SS
B. 1964 Pontiac Tempest Le Mans
C. 1956 Pontiac Firebird Grand Am
D. 1958 Plymouth Fury
Answer: 1958 Plymouth Fury
The Plymouth Fury became its own standalone vehicle in 1959, but 1958 is the model everyone seems to remember. Introduced as an upgraded version of the Belvedere, Plymouth introduced the car with an upgraded engine and the rest is history.
This second generation is first in consumer's hearts.
A. 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 426
B. 1959 Ford Galaxie
C. 1962 Ford Shelby Cobra Mustang SS
D. 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Answer: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
A Malibu only by the symbol placed on its rear, the 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle was the companies first entry in the muscle car arena. Not wanting to be unseen, Chevrolet made the Chevelle available as both a convertible and hardtop.
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