Classic Car Trivia: Test Your Knowledge!
The guys at Farm Boy Garage have vast experience with restoring and repairing all makes and models of muscle cars and classic trucks. No project is too big or small – if you're in need of a full restoration for your classic ride, the skilled staff at Farm Boy Garage will get the job done right! But our love for all things automotive goes far beyond the garage. We're suckers for learning everything we can about classic cars and the history behind them. So, we've decided to challenge YOUR automotive knowledge! Take our trivia quiz to test your knowledge of cars:
What was the first car to be mass-produced?
What was the first car to be mass-produced?
A. Model-A
B. Model-T
C. Duryea Motor Wagon
D. Packard
Answer: B.
The "Model-T" was the first car to be mass-produced. Henry Ford introduced the assembly line in December of 1908, and as a result he was not only able to mass-produce the Model-T, but was able to offer it to his customers at a much lower price than the competition. By 1913, Ford was producing half of all cars sold in the United States, and by 1927, he had sold more than 15 million Model-Ts!
What year was the Corvette first introduced?
The "Model-T" was the first car to be mass-produced. Henry Ford introduced the assembly line in December of 1908, and as a result he was not only able to mass-produce the Model-T, but was able to offer it to his customers at a much lower price than the competition. By 1913, Ford was producing half of all cars sold in the United States, and by 1927, he had sold more than 15 million Model-Ts!
Which car is considered to be the first “muscle car”?
A. 1962 Chevrolet Impala
B. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
C. 1964 Ford Mustang
D. 1964 Pontiac GTO
Answer: D.
Although there had been powerful cars built up to this point, it is the 1964 Pontiac GTO that is recognized as the first true Muscle car.
Although there had been powerful cars built up to this point, it is the 1964 Pontiac GTO that is recognized as the first true Muscle car.
What year was the Corvette first introduced?
A. 1943
B. 1953
C. 1963
D. 1973
Answer: B.
The first Chevrolet Corvette rolled off the production line on June 30, 1953, at the GM plant in Flint, Michigan. Only 300 Corvettes were built that year (each of them by hand), making this the rarest Corvette.
What is generally considered to be the first "pony car"?
Answer: B.
The Ford Mustang is generally considered the first "pony car", a new class of automobile first introduced in 1964 and designed to be more compact and more affordable than the larger muscle cars that inspired them. It was the Ford Mustang, first introduced at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964, that captured the imagination of the American public and guaranteed the success of the pony car.
The first Chevrolet Corvette rolled off the production line on June 30, 1953, at the GM plant in Flint, Michigan. Only 300 Corvettes were built that year (each of them by hand), making this the rarest Corvette.
What is generally considered to be the first "pony car"?
A. Pontiac Firebird
B. Ford Mustang
C. Mercury Cougar
D. Chevrolet Camaro
Answer: B.The Ford Mustang is generally considered the first "pony car", a new class of automobile first introduced in 1964 and designed to be more compact and more affordable than the larger muscle cars that inspired them. It was the Ford Mustang, first introduced at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964, that captured the imagination of the American public and guaranteed the success of the pony car.
What was the first Japanese car to be produced in the United States?
A. Honda Accord
B. Mazda Miata
C. Nissan Maxima
D. Toyota Camry
Answer: A.
In November of 1982, the first American-produced Honda Accord rolled off the assembly line at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio, making it the first Japanese car to be produced in the United States.
In November of 1982, the first American-produced Honda Accord rolled off the assembly line at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio, making it the first Japanese car to be produced in the United States.
What car sold more than one million units in 1965, setting a record that still stands today?
A. Pontiac GTO
B. Buick Wildcat
C. Chevrolet Impala
D. Ford Thunderbird
Answer: C.
In 1965, the Chevrolet Impala sold more than one million units in North America, setting a record that still stands today. Originally introduced in 1958, the Impala was the best-selling automobile in the United States during the 1960s.
In 1965, the Chevrolet Impala sold more than one million units in North America, setting a record that still stands today. Originally introduced in 1958, the Impala was the best-selling automobile in the United States during the 1960s.
How much horsepower did the first Porsche 911 have?
A. 35 HP
B. 90 HP
C. 130 HP
D. 180 HP
Answer: C.
The original Porsche 911, introduced in 1964, boasted an impressive 130 hp @ 6100 rpm and a top speed of about 130 mph (209 km/h).
The original Porsche 911, introduced in 1964, boasted an impressive 130 hp @ 6100 rpm and a top speed of about 130 mph (209 km/h).
What famous automaker is responsible for designing the Volkswagen Beetle?
A. Bavarian Motor Works
B. Walter P. Chrysler
C. Henry Ford
D. Ferdinand Porsche
Answer: D.
Not his most luxurious or fastest automotive design, Ferdinand Porsche, legacy to Porsche Motors and some of the most luxurious and sought after sports cars in the world, did design the Volkswagen Beetle.
Not his most luxurious or fastest automotive design, Ferdinand Porsche, legacy to Porsche Motors and some of the most luxurious and sought after sports cars in the world, did design the Volkswagen Beetle.
What make and model is the General Lee?
A. Dodge Charger
B. Chevrolet Camaro
C. Ford Mustang
D. Plymouth Roadrunner
Answer: A.
The General Lee was based off of a 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, although many modified '68 Chargers were used in filming, sharing the same sheet metal with the '69's.
The General Lee was based off of a 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, although many modified '68 Chargers were used in filming, sharing the same sheet metal with the '69's.
What US Production car is the fastest from 0-60 mph?
A. 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409
B. 1966 Ford Shelby GT 350
C. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS 327
D. 1966 Dodge Charger
Answer: A.
The 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 could go from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds!
So, how many did you guess right? As you can see, our love for remodeling and restoring vintage cars and trucks goes far beyond our services. This literally is a lifestyle for us and we take great pride in our abilities to produce top-notch perfection! Be sure to stay in the loop and up to date on what's going on under the hood and in our garage by subscribing to our blog, following us on our social media pages, and checking in on our website to see the new projects we're working on. Remember: When you pick Farm Boy Garage to restore your muscle car you become a part of our family!
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Phone: 515-528-8904
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The 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 could go from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds!
So, how many did you guess right? As you can see, our love for remodeling and restoring vintage cars and trucks goes far beyond our services. This literally is a lifestyle for us and we take great pride in our abilities to produce top-notch perfection! Be sure to stay in the loop and up to date on what's going on under the hood and in our garage by subscribing to our blog, following us on our social media pages, and checking in on our website to see the new projects we're working on. Remember: When you pick Farm Boy Garage to restore your muscle car you become a part of our family!
Farm Boy Garage
10660 E. County Line Rd.
Des Moines, Iowa 50320
Phone: 515-528-8904
Cell: 515-333-1238
farmboygarage@icloud.com
Like us on:
GOOGLE+
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