Can You Identify the Car from a Toy Model?

By: Robin Tyler
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Can You Identify the Car from a Toy Model?
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About This Quiz

Every kid and many grownups love a plastic model kit. 

To assemble these properly takes time... and patience, lots of it. But after all those painstaking moments, eventually, you can show off your model. Oh, and don't forget to paint it in the colors you prefer. Did you know top modelers often do this before they even begin to assemble the model?

Models have been big business since their introduction.  The first kits were introduced around 1936 by a company called Frog. Other companies soon began making modeling kits, including Tamiya, Revelle, Airfix and AMT. 

Most of the time, models, particularly of aircraft. are in 1:72 scale. Plastic model kits of vehicles, however, are different and the preferred scale here is 1:25 although it can differ, depending on the manufacturer. Believe it or not, there is a lot of detail that goes into these kits and particular attention is paid to the interior of the vehicle and the engine. In fact, the engine is often multiple parts that need to be assembled.

But enough about the history of models. Let's test your knowledge of cars based on a car model. In this quiz, you will see an image of a model and will then have to guess the type of car or vehicle it is.  Let's do this!


Bugatti Veyron
Wiki Commons
An easy one to begin with. Which vehicle is shown in this model kit.
Bugatti Veyron
Ford Shelby GT350
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Model T Delivery Fan
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This quick build model is ideal for junior modelers. It requires no glue and is decorated with the provided decals.

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Ford Shelby GT350
David Duncan
A true muscle car classic, of what vehicle is this model kit?
Bugatti Veyron
Ford Shelby GT350
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Model T Delivery Van
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One of the most classic vehicles of the 1960s, this AMT representation of the Ford Shelby GT350 is simply stunning.

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Ghostbusters Ecto-1
PasionPorMotorTV
Name the vehicle portrayed by this model from Round 2.
Bugatti Veyron
Ford Shelby GT350
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Model T Delivery Van
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Have you ever wanted to own the Ecto-1 from Ghostbusters? Now you can with this incredible 1:25 scale model kit from Round 2.

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Ford_Model_T_delivery van toy
dave_7 via Wiki Commons
Can you identify the car, close to to a century old, represented by this model?
Bugatti Veyron
Ford Shelby GT350
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Model T Delivery Van
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A true historic car, AMT has produced a wonderful piece of history with its accurate kit of a 1923 Model T Delivery Van.

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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air model
CCCP Digital Studio
All the rage in the '50s, which car is shown in this model kit?
Chevrolet Bel Air
Bugatti Veyron
Model T Delivery Van
Ford Shelby GT350
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This plastic model kit from AMT features a classic 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. It is a 1:25 scale kit.

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Revell Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Firebird model
WigWagWorkshop
Can you name the vehicle shown in this model kit?
Chevrolet Bel Air
Ford Shelby GT350
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Firebird
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This Pontiac Firebird, made famous in the movie, "Smokey and the Bandit," is accurately portrayed by plastic model kit maker, Revell. It is a 1:25th scale kit with 89 parts.

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Starsky & Hutch Ford Torino Model
TrekWorks
Identify the car represented by this toy model, please.
Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Firebird
Starsky & Hutch Ford Torino
Chevrolet Bel Air
Bugatti Veyron
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This Revell/Monogram kit is a beautiful representation of the Ford Torino from the 1970’s TV series - that later became a 2000’s film – "Starsky & Hutch."

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Revell Jeep Wrangler Rubicon model kit
RevellUSA
A popular off-roader is portrayed in this plastic model kit. Can you name it?
Starsky & Hutch Ford Torino
Ford Bronco
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Landrover Defender
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is a much-loved off-roader in real life and now you can own a 1:25 scale kit as well, thanks to Revell.

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Revell Lightning McQueen Model
RevellUSA
Name the popular car that this plastic kit portrays.
Lightning McQueen
Volkswagen Beetle
Mini Cooper
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The perfect way to get kids into modeling is with this Lightning McQueen assembly kit from Revelle.

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¿Puedes relacionar a los personaje de TV o cine con el auto famoso que conducían?
Mac Key
A true classic from TV is the vehicle this model is based on. Can you name it?
General Lee Dodge Charger
Ferrari 308
GMC Van
Munster Koach
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This MPC-produced version of the General Lee Dodge Charger from "The Dukes of Hazard" TV series is incredibly authentic and a must-have for your model collection.

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REVELL MCLAREN 570S  model car
VidéoModelling
Can you name this car from the model kit?
Chevrolet Bel Air
General Lee Dodge Charger
Bugatti Veyron
McLaren 570S
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A product of the German division of Revell, this McLaren 570S is beautiful. A 1:24 scale model, it takes around eight hours to assemble.

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Batmobile 1989 toy model
IRMAO CUSTOM MODELS
Built by AMT, name this superhero ride, please.
Fantasti-Car
Batmobile
Turtle Van
Hell Cycle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Always wanted a Batmobile but weren’t Batman? Now you can own the 1989 version thanks to this 1:25 scale kit from AMT.

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The Monkees Modified Pontiac GTO model
thejman63
Name this model based on a famous car from TV, please.
The Monkees Modified Pontiac GTO
Magnum's Ferrari 308
Dukes of Hazard General Lee Dodge Charger
Starsky & Hutch Ford Torino
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A kit with a difference, this plastic model portrays the modified Pontic GTO from the TV series featuring the ‘60s band, "The Monkees." It was affectionately known as the Monkeemobile.

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Dodge Coronet Super Bee
JOHN LLOYD via Wiki Commons
The toy model in this image represents a ________.
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Chevrolet Bel Air
Dodge Coronet Super Bee
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Dodge Coronet Super Bee was a much-loved muscle car from 1970. MPC recreated it in 1:25 scale with incredible accuracy.

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'62 Corvette gasser model car
Mike Lozano's Custom Model Shop
Any idea as to the type of vehicle that this plastic model portrays?
Bugatti Veyron
Dodge Coronet Super Bee
Chevrolet Corvette ’62 Gasser
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This Revell kit is of a 1962 Chevrolet Corvette with a drag racing engine. It has 131 pieces and is 1:25 scale.

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Toyota_Supra model car
Shingo.a via Wiki Commons
This car model kit is by Japanese manufacturer, Tamiya. What vehicle does it portray?
Ford Shelby GT350
Chevrolet Corvette ’62 Gasser
Toyota Supra
Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Tamiya kits are well known throughout the world. Their accurate representation of the Toyota Supra is a joy to build.

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1936 Ford Deluxe Roadster model
CCCP Digital Studio
Can you name the car portrayed by this plastic kit from Lindberg?
Toyota Supra
Ford Torino
McLaren 570S
Ford Roadster
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Lindberg makes some stunning kits of older model cars and this 1936 Ford Roadster is certainly no exception. It is a 1:32 scale.

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AMT 1974 AMC GREMLIN MODEL
hpiguys Workshop
A strange-looking model representing a strange-looking car. Can you name it?
Mini Cooper
AMC Gremlin X
Ford Roadster
Willys Jeep
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This 1:25 scale kit from plastic model kit makers AMT is of the 1975 AMC Gremlin, a car loved by some but hated by others. It is certainly memorable, however.

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911 Porsche GT3 model
chuckymonster1000
Name this beautiful car, accurately portrayed by this model kit, please.
Porsche 911 GT3
AMC Gremlin X
Chevrolet Corvette Gasser
Ford Mustang
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Want to own a Porsche but don’t have the cash? Now you can, thanks to Tamiya’s beautiful 1:24 scale plastic model kit of the iconic GT3. It’s the closet some get to owning this German supercar.

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Ferrari SF70H  model car
Márk Marosi
Identify this racer, please.
Ford Shelby GT350
Porsche 911 GT3
Ford Galaxie
Ferrari SF70H
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This model kit is a 1:20 scale representation of the Ferrari SF70H Formula One race car.

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1960 Corvette model
tooltas
This MPC model is a true classic from the '60s. Can you name it?
1969 Dodge Charger
1960 Chevrolet Corvette
1964 Ford Mustang
1967 Pontiac GTO
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A true classic, the 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is accurately portrayed in this 1:25 scale model from MPC.

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1966 Volkswagen Beetle model
Nothing 2 Scale
Surely you cannot get this wrong! Name this car, please.
Chevrolet Corvette
Willys Jeep
Mini Cooper
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A Beetle from the 1960s is perhaps one of the most iconic vehicles in motoring history. Tamiya has faithfully represented a 1966 model in this 1:24 scale plastic kit.

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1982 Pontiac Firebird model
MotorScotti
A true classic from the '80s, can you tell which vehicle is represented by this model kit?
Volkswagen Beetle
Pontiac Firebird
Chevrolet Corvette
Ferrari SF70H
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In an impressive 1:16 scale, this kit, from model makers MPC, portrays the beautiful Pontiac Firebird from 1982.

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65 Mercury Comet model
Woody's Model's
Moebius Models has done a great job with this classic. Can you name it?
Pontiac GTO
Ford Mustang
Mercury Comet
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Thanks to Moebius Models, modelers can now own this beautiful 1965 Mercury in 1:25 scale.

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Tamiya Nissan 300ZX model
Tim Hulsey
Another beautiful Tamiya representation of a Japanese sports car. Can you name it?
Toyota 86
Mercury Comet
Nissan 300ZX Turbo
Toyota Supra
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This Tamiya 1:24 scale model is an accurate representation of the legendary Nissan 300ZX, a vehicle revered in Japan.

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Chevrolet Camaro SS model
The Scalemodeling Channel
AMT has brought this American muscle car to life with its incredibly accurate model. What car is it?
Chevrolet Camaro SS
Nissan 300ZX Turbo
Ford Mustang Boss
Dodge Super Bee
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

An incredible 1:25 scale representation from AMT of the latest Chevrolet Camaro to hit the streets. Beautiful!

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68 DODGE DART model
45 productions
This time, we have another classic American muscle car from Revell. Name it, please.
Ford Mustang Mach 1
Dodge HEMI Dart
Chevrolet Camaro SS
AMC AMX
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This kit is an accurate representation of the 1968 Dodge HEMI Dart in a 1:25 scale.

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1961 chevy impala convertible model car
Sative INC
A stunning representation of a classic convertible from Lindberg. What vehicle is it?
Chevrolet Impala
Dodge HEMI Dart
Ford Galaxie
Mini Cooper
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Lindberg models makes beautiful kits of older vehicles, including this 1961 Impala Convertible SS.

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Nissan Skyline GTR
Wiki Commons
Name this Japanese vehicle, please.
Subaru Impreza
Toyota Supra
Nissan Skyline GTR
Chevrolet Impala
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Japanese kit maker Tamiya has a beautiful representation of the beast-like Nissan Skyline GTR. This is a 1:24 scale kit.

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MistubishI Eclipse fast and furious model
James Butler
This is an accurate representation of a vehicle from the "The Fast and the Furious" franchise. Can you name it?
Pontiac Firebird
Nissan Skyline GTR
Ford Mustang
Mitsubishi Eclipse
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Mitsubishi Eclipse from "The Fast and the Furious" franchise is a thing of beauty. Thanks to Revell/Monogram, you can now own a 1:25 scale version of it.

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1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS model
North Georgia Scale Models
A classic '60s muscle car, can you name the make and model?
1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS
1964 Ford Mustang
1970 AMC Gremlin
1969 Pontiac GTO
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS is accurately portrayed in this beautiful Revell/Monogram car model kit.

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Corvette C7.R model
VidéoModelling
The vehicle represented by this plastic model kit is a ________.
Ferrari F40
Ford GT40
Porsche 911
Chevrolet Corvette C7.R
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A beautiful representation of the CR.7 Corvette endurance racer, this 1:25 scale Revell kit contains 64 pieces.

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LAMBORGHINI Aventador
Fe12TB - Modelcars
No glue needed for this all-metal model. Can you name the car?
Chevrolet Corvette C7.R
Lamborghini Aventador
Ferrari F50
Aston Martin Vantage
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

It's simply stunning. This 1:24 scale die cast model of the Lamborghini Aventador is incredible. Some assembly is required but far less than a plastic model kit and without the need for glue.

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Chevrolet Chevelle SS
tifosiman68
Identify this vehicle, please.
Mini Cooper
Chevrolet Chevelle SS
Ford Torino
Hudson Hornet
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A late ‘60s classic, this 1:25 plastic model kit from Revell is a must-have for serious collectors.

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1970 Dodge Charger from The Fast and The Furious
The Scalemodeling Channel
Another famous vehicle from "The Fast and the Furious" movie franchise. Do you know what it is?
AMC Pacer
Ford Thunderbird
Chevrolet Chevelle SS
Dodge Charger
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Charger in "The Fast and the Furious" is almost as famous as the movie franchise itself. Revell has provided a 1:25 scale plastic model for all fans of the movie (and the car!). It has 122 pieces.

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Shelby Cobra 427
Pedal2Metal
A true American classic, can you name the vehicle portrayed by this model?
Bugatti Veyron
Shelby Cobra 427
Dodge Charger
Ford Pinto
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This kit from Revell is based on the legendary Shelby Cobra 427. It includes a movable bonnet and an engine made from multiple parts.

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69 Chevy Nova model
Woody's Model's
Any idea as to the car this Revell kit portrays?
Shelby Cobra 427
Volkswagen Beetle
Chevrolet Nova
Mini Cooper
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A 1:25 scale plastic model kit of a 1969 Chevrolet Nova, this kit is by Revell and ideal from modelers from the age of 10 and up.

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1951 Chevrolet Fleetline
CCCP Digital Studio
Name this car from the 1950s, please.
Ford Torino
Datsun 120Y
Toyota 86
Chevrolet Fastback
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This is a 1:32 scale plastic model of an early 1950s Chevrolet classic, the Fastback. It features a very detailed engine as well as the car's interior.

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revell '66 chevy fleetside pickup model
N.Y.S MODELING
Any idea as to the make of this pickup?
Ford GT40
Subaru Barat
Holden Commodore
Chevrolet Fleetside Pickup
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chevrolet Fleetside pickup is accurately portrayed in this plastic model kit from Revell.

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1967 Chevrolet Impala
Diecast Car Collector
Name the car that this Revell/Monogram kit portrays, please.
Ford Mustang
Chevrolet Impala SS
AMC AMX
Dodge Charger
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The 1967 Chevrolet Impala is accurately portrayed in this beautiful 1:25 scale Revell/Monogram car model kit.

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