Can You Name These Classic Cars from the '50s through '70s?

By: Robin Tyler
Estimated Completion Time
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Can You Name These Classic Cars from the '50s through '70s?
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About This Quiz

Every decade throws up some special vehicles. Think of the early 1900s, almost the dawn of time when it comes to motoring. The Model T, the brainchild of Henry Ford revolutionized motoring for the man in the street. Thanks to Ford's brilliance, average Joes now had a way to afford a motor vehicle.

That made the Model T a classic for sure! 

And a classic car is not only about its practicality. Sometimes it's simply how beautiful it is. In that regard, the 1930s threw up some of the greatest designs ever seen, the Duesenberg SJ, the Jaguar SS Roadster and the Cord Phaeton. All of these vehicles are simply stunning even by today's design standards.

But what about the 1950s to the 1970s? What classic cars can we find in those three decades? Well, the answer is plenty! Think about it, the '50s had beautiful British and Italian sports cars, the 60's howling muscle cars, and the 1970s saw the birth of the sports car with Ferrari and Lamborghini leading the pack. No matter which decade you pick, there are many classic cars to choose from.

Let's see if you can identify them from just an image! 

Good luck!

1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Youtube via Vanguard Motor Sales
What a beauty. But do you know the make and model?
Volkswagen Beetle
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One of the most famous brands of the Corvette is the Mk II Stingray, produced between 1963 and 1967. This classic had either a 2-speed automatic gearbox or 3-speed manual with a range of engine options including small and big block V8’s.

1963 Volkswagen Beetle
Wiki commons
Name this classic vehicle, please.
Volkswagen Beetle
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Although it was introduced in the late 1930's, by the 1960's the Volkswagen Beetle had become one of the most iconic cars ever made.

Ferrari 250 GT California LWB California Spider Competizione
YouTube
One of these recently sold for over $5 million. Now that's an expensive classic. What make and model is it?
Volkswagen Beetle
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This classic Ferrari from the 1950s is still in demand today. Powered by a 3.0-liter V12, a Spider sold for $5.74 million at auction in 2012.

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1953 Ford F-100
Sicnag via Wiki Commons
A classic pickup from the 1950's. Are you able to identify it?
Volkswagen Beetle
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The second generation of this classic Ford pickup was built between 1953 and 1956. And by 1956, they were sporting a V8 engine, giving them around 180 brake horsepower, a lot of grunt for the time!

Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Spurzem - Lothar Spurzem via Wiki Commons
Name this luxury car fit for a queen!
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Volkswagen Beetle
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The bulk of the Rolls Royce models sold from the mid-'50s to 'mid-60s were the Silver Cloud model - 7,322 in all. During that 11-year period, three generations were produced all available as either a 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe or 2-door convertible.

1957 BMW 600 - 600 cc petrol engine -
Youtube via isettabroker
Name this micro car, please.
Volkswagen Beetle
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
BMW 600
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Based on the two-seat Isetta microcar, the 600 microcar was bigger and could seat four occupants. It was the first four-person car produced in Germany after the war but was not much of a success in terms of sales through the 1950s. The 600 was powered by a 600cc engine.

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1974 Dodge Challenger
WikiCommons via Greg Gjerdingen
That's an iconic muscle car right there. Do you know the make and model?
BMW 600
Dodge Challenger
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Challenger was first introduced in 1970 as a muscle car. The top of the range model from this era was powered by a 6.98-liter Chrysler Hemi engine. Since its reintroduction in 2008, over 400,000 Challengers have been sold.

Jeep Gladiator
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A great off-roader, this model first appeared in the 1960's and certainly has some pedigree. Do you know what it is?
Dodge Challenger
BMW 600
Jeep Gladiator
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Produced between 1962 and 1971, the Jeep Gladiator was available in both a four-wheel drive and rear wheel drive option. Obviously, the four-wheel drive was far more capable off-road. Suspension options also varied with either a solid front axle or an independent front section. Power plant options changed many times through the years.

1960 Morris Mini MK 1
Wiki Commons via Vauxford
You can't possibly not know what this vehicle is called.
Mini Mk 1
Jeep Gladiator
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In 1959, the Mini Mk 1 was introduced to the world. And what a popular car it proved to be. Over the years, it underwent several upgrades, but that distinct Mini appeal never left. The last of these cars rolled off the production line in the late 1990s.

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1965 Porsche 912
Youtube via Motorcar Collector
Can you name the vehicle in this image?
BMW 600
Mini Mk 1
Volkswagen Beetle
Porsche 912
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

An entry-level Porsche between 1965 and 1969, the 912 is a variant of the 911. Initially, it even outsold its more famous sibling. Although it was not as powerful as the 911, it was incredibly fuel efficient.

Shelby Cobra
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This is perhaps one of the most iconic cars to come out of the 1960s. Name it, please.
Porsche 912
Shelby Cobra
Jeep Gladiator
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The brainchild of Carroll Shelby, the Cobra first revved in anger in 1962. Based on a lightweight body that he imported from the AC Cars, Shelby bolted a Ford 260 engine to it. And the rest is history! In the years that followed, Shelby bolted even bigger engines to the AC frame which brought about a car with nimble handling and lots and lots of power.

1954 Mercedes Benz 300 SL - 3.0-liter staight six
Youtube via a7xbass94
Certainly a beautiful car from the 1950s but can you name it?
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Shelby Cobra
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider
Mercedes Benz 300 SL
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A true classic from the '50s, the 300 SL started life as a racing car in 1952 but soon became a production car in 1954 as a two-door coupe. The 300 SL became instantly recognizable thanks to its gullwing doors. Just over 3,200 of the coupe and roadster were built up until 1963.

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Chevrolet Belair 1956
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The vehicle in this image is a ___________
BMW 600
Mercedes Benz 300 SL
Chevrolet Belair
1957 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One of the most iconic vehicles ever produced by Chevrolet was the Belair. Manufactured between 1955 and 1957, it will always be remembered for its fantastic trim.

dodge la femme 1956
mikiwix via Youtube
Although it didn't sell that well, it is a classic just for the fact that it was a little different. Do you know what it is?
Chevrolet Belair
Dodge La Femme
Jeep Gladiator
Mini Mk 1
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Produced by Dodge between 1955 and 1956, this 2-door hardtop was specifically aimed at the fairer sex. Only 2,500 were sold in a two-year period, although little evidence suggests that it was well marketed.

Oldsmobile Jetfire
By Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA (1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire), via Wikimedia Commons
A unique concept indeed, not a top seller but a classic nowadays for sure. What car are we talking about?
Dodge La Femme
Oldsmobile Jetfire
Porsche 912
Shelby Cobra
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Introduced in 1962, the Jetfire from Oldsmobile used a sports water injection system. For this to work, owners had to top up their Turbo Rocket Fuel, essentially a mixture of water and alcohol. They forget, and although it wasn't meant to, it affected the performance of the turbocharger and made the engine die.

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1968 Toyota 2000GT
WikiCommons
Only 351 models of this vehicle were built between 1967 and 1970. It quickly ascertained classic status, however. What is it?
Chevrolet Belair
Oldsmobile Jetfire
Toyota 2000GT
Dodge La Femme
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The 2000GT sports car was a model offered by Toyota between 1967 and 1970. Essentially, this was the first supercar built by a Japanese firm. The 2000GT was powered by a 2.0-liter straight six engine capable of producing 150 brake horsepower. Only 351 were built.

1952 MG ZB Varitone
GatewayClassicCars via youtube
Name this true British sports car, please.
MG ZB Varitone
Toyota 2000GT
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Ford F-100
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Introduced in 1953 and produced until 1958, around 36,000 of the ZB Varitone Model by MG were made. This MG model had a top speed of around 86 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 18.2 seconds. It was powered by a 1.5-liter engine.

1975 BMW 1602 TI
nakhon100 via Wiki Commons
Identify this two-door, high-performance cabriolet from the '50s and '60's?
BMW 1602 TI
Dodge Challenger
MG ZB Varitone
Jeep Gladiator
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Sold for a period of nine years from 1966 to 1975, the BMW 1602 was a two-door cabriolet that included a high-performance version, the TI. This model was not sold in the United States as it did not meet emission requirements at the time.

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Napco Chevy
n/a
Name this pickup, please.
Mini Mk 1
BMW 1602 TI
Napco Chevy
Oldsmobile Jetfire
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Northwestern Auto Parts Company or Napco was a company established in 1918 that specialized in making four-wheel drive systems for vehicles. One of these projects was for Chevrolet pickups from 1942 to 1956. This gave the vehicle moderate off-road capabilities.

Plymouth Barracuda
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA via Wiki Commons
There is just something about a muscle car, isn't there? Which one is shown in this image?
Chevrolet Corvette
Ford Mustang
Porsche 912
Plymouth Barracuda
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The two-door Barracuda was a muscle car from auto manufacturer Plymouth manufactured between 1964 and 1974. Interestingly, the Barracuda was introduced before the Mustang, by a mere two weeks. The first generation was noted for its wraparound back window. Two power units were available for this model, a 2.8 liter straight six and a 3.7 liter straight six capable of producing 145 brake horsepower.

1976 Volkswagen Golf GTI
By Fiver, der Hellseher , from Wikimedia Commons
Can you name this car that started the 'hot hatch' revolution?
Plymouth Barracuda
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Dodge La Femme
BMW 600
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Volkswagen started the ‘hot hatch’ revolution with the introduction of the Golf GTI in 1976. This was a Golf Mk 1 with a high performance engine, and instantly became a hit.

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1965 MG BGT
GPS 56 from New Zealand via Wiki Commons
A popular two-seat roadster from 1965 to 1980, please name this vehicle.
MG BGT
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Ford F-100
MG ZB Varitone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The BGT from MG was part of the BG range. It was produced from 1965 to 1980 and was powered by a 1.8-liter engine. The BGT was a fixed roof 2-door roadster.

Chevrolet Camaro
Sicnag via Wiki Commons
A popular muscle car in the 1960's, any ideas as to what this vehicle is called and who makes it?
Volkswagen Beetle
MG BGT
Chevrolet Camaro
Plymouth Barracuda
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

First manufactured in 1967, the Camaro is one of the most popular Chevrolet models ever. This muscle car has seen six different generations although there was a break in production from 2002 to 2010. The current Camaro offers three different engine configurations with the SS sporting a 6.2 liter V8 capable of producing 455 brake horsepower.

Ferrari 250 GTO
YouTube
At $38 million, this was the most expensive car even sold at auction. Do you know what it is?
Chevrolet Camaro
Lamborghini Countach
Ferrari GTO
Ford GT40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The most expensive car ever sold at auction is a Ferrari GTO, sold in California in 2014 for $38 million. It was then sold a year later for $52 million in a private deal to an unnamed buyer. This GTO was the personal property of the legendary Stirling Moss.

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1964 Pontiac GTO
Vanguard Motor Sales
First released in 1964, this muscle car took the fight to Ford and Chevrolet. Identify it, please.
Jeep Gladiator
Ferrari GTO
Napco Chevy
Pontiac GTO
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Pontiac produced some iconic names in motoring and none more so than its GTO. The first models, released in 1964, were available in a convertible, hardtop and coupe. This was a serious muscle car and remains a firm favorite with enthusiasts today.

Mercedes-Benz 300SLR
Valder137 via Wiki Commons
Can you name this race car driven by the legendary Stirling Moss?
BMW 1602 TI
Pontiac GTO
Mini Mk 1
Mercedes-Benz 300SLR
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This famous racing car was driven to victory at the 1955 Mille Miglia race in Italy by none other than Sterling Moss and navigator, Denis Jenkinson. Jenkinson used pace notes, which combined with the power of the Mercedes-Benz 300SLR meant the team was practically unstoppable.

BMW 3200 Coupe 1962
Youtube
A classic due to its beautiful looks and the fact that only 500 were ever made. What is it?
Mercedes-Benz 300SLR
BMW 3200 Coupe
Dodge Challenger
Rolls Royce Silver Cloud
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

BMW produced a little over 500 examples of this sports touring car from 1962 to 1965. The 3200 Coupe was essentially seen as a 2-door grand tourer and was powered by the first-ever V8 car engine produced by the company.

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1968 Ford Mustang GT
n/a
The greatest muscle car ever, that's what some say! Make and model, please.
BMW 3200 Coupe
Pontiac GTO
Plymouth Superbird
Ford Mustang
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

First released in 1964, the Ford Mustang is one of the most iconic muscle cars ever built. Sales in its first year were well beyond what Ford had envisaged as around 400,000 vehicles were shifted.

Hudson Hornet
Wiki Commons via Greg Gjerdingen
The definitive NASCAR winner in the early 1950's, this was a typical sedan of the time. Tell us what it is.
Ford Thunderbird
Dodge La Femme
Hudson Hornet
Chevrolet Bel Air
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Early NASCAR racing saw drivers using stock vehicles, hence the term, stock car. The Hudson Hornet was so dominant that if you were not driving one, you didn't stand a chance of a NASCAR win, no matter how talented a driver you were.

1955 Jaguar D-Type
YouTube
One of these vehicles was sold at auction for $21 million! What is this classic car called?
BMW 600
Mercedes-Benz 300SLR
Jaguar D-Type
Hudson Hornet
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In 2016, a buyer paid $21.7 million for a 1950s Jaguar D-Type! Simply staggering numbers for an equally staggeringly beautiful car.

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Mercury Cyclone
By Sicnag (1966 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT) , via Wikimedia Commons
Name this vehicle, please.
Jaguar D-Type
Mercury Cyclone
Ford F-100
Chevrolet Camaro
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The fastback version of the Cyclone sold 6,105 models in that year and was certainly seen as a popular muscle car. The Cyclone was powered by a range of V8 engines including the 428 cubic inches Cobra Jet.

Oldsmobile Toronado
n/a
The vehicle in this image is a ___________
Plymouth Barracuda
Oldsmobile Toronado
Mercury Cyclone
Ford Mustang
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A front wheel drive muscle car? Yes, we give the Toronado muscle car status! Produced from 1966 to 1971, it certainly featured some unique styling, but under the hood, it had that all-important V8.

Porsche 550
n/a
Only built for three years in the 1950s, one of these vehicles recently was auctioned for $5.4 million.
Porsche 550
BMW 700
Oldsmobile Toronado
Ford GT40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Porsche produced this racing sports car from 1953 to 1956. The 1.5-liter Type 547 engine produced 108 brake horsepower. Another popular car at auction time, a 550 sold as recently as 2016 for $5.4 million.

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1970 Plymouth Superbird
WikiCommons via Sicnag
Name this vehicle that was initially created as a NASCAR racer.
Shelby Cobra
Porsche 550
Toyota 2000GT
Plymouth Superbird
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Created as a high-speed racing machine, especially for NASCAR, the Superbird was also for sale to the public. The first models appeared in 1970 and were instantly recognizable thanks to the massive spoiler on the back.

1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
Youtube via GatewayClassicCars
At 5.8 meters, this car sure is long. Maker and model, please.
Chevrolet Corvette
Plymouth Superbird
Oldsmobile Toronado
Lincoln Continental Mark V
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At 5.8 meters, the Mark V was certainly a long car, especially for a 2-door coupe. Built between 1977 and 1979, the Mark V had two powerplant options, a 6.6-liter V8 or a 7.5-liter V8. 228,262 were sold in three years, making the Mark V the most sold model of the Mark series.

Lancia Stratos
Tennen-Gas via Wiki Commons
Originally a succesfull rally car, a road car version later followed. What is it?
Lincoln Continental Mark V
Lincoln Continental Mark V
Mini Mk 1
Lancia Stratos
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Built for rallying, the Lancia Stratos didn't disappoint, winning the World Rally championship for three years from 1974 to 1976.

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Jeep Cj-6a Tuxedo Park
Inyo Man via Youtube
What is the name of this vehicle, which was initially a trim package for another model?
Chevrolet Belair
Lancia Stratos
Jeep Tuxedo Park
Hudson Hornet
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Wrong Answer

Initially, a trim package for the CJ-5 introduced in 1961, the Tuxedo Park included some more chrome add-ons, an Indian ceramic steering wheel, and different vinyl trims. The Tuxedo Park become its own model in 1965 and to differentiate it from other models it had chrome bumpers, badges, and hubcaps as well as a column shift amongst other little changes.

BMW 700
Youtube via Noordhuis Classics
180,000 models of this vehicle were sold during its lifetime. Can you name it?
BMW 700
Jeep Tuxedo Park
Mercedes Benz 300 SL
MG ZB Varitone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Around 180,000 models of the BMW 700 were built during its production run from 1959 to 1965. The 700 came in various body styles including saloon, coupe, and convertible. The 700 was powered by a 700 cc motor.

1969 Dodge Charger
YouTube
Name this muscle car, please.
Pontiac GTO
BMW 700
Dodge Charger Daytona
Ford Mustang
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Essentially a modified Dodge Charger, the Daytona was first released in 1969. Other models were also built from 2006 to 2009, in 2013 and again in 2017. The first Daytona was intended as a NASCAR racer and won its first race. The latest Daytona, the 392, features either a 5.7 Liter or 6.4 Liter V8.

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Ford Thunderbird 1964
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Which car is found in this image?
BMW 1602 TI
Ford Thunderbird
Chevrolet Belair
Dodge Charger Daytona
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Thunderbird was originally devised by Ford to compete with the first generation Corvette. Much debate rages whether this vehicle could be considered a muscle car but early models certainly displayed many traits adopted by muscle cars in the 1960s.

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