Can You Recognize Iconic American Cars of the ’60s & ’70s?

The W113 SL was nicknamed “Pagoda” because of its slightly concave hardtop, resembling East Asian architecture. Though not American-made, it had a major influence in the U.S. luxury car market during the 1960s.

Often called the first true muscle car, the 1964 Pontiac GTO combined a powerful V8 engine with a mid-size body, creating a new performance category.

The Ford Mustang was introduced in April 1964 as a 1964½ model and quickly became a cultural phenomenon.

The Mark IV was a luxury coupe with a 460 cubic inch (7.5-liter) V8, representing peak ’70s American luxury.

The Camaro was GM’s answer to the Mustang, launched in 1966 for the 1967 model year.

The red Ford Gran Torino with its white stripe became iconic thanks to its role in Starsky & Hutch.

The Mazda RX series used rotary engines, and while popular in the U.S., they weren’t American-made. No U.S. automaker mass-produced rotary engines.

The Gremlin was a quirky subcompact car launched by AMC to compete with imports and gained a cult following.

The 1965 Riviera introduced clamshell-style hidden headlights and a distinctive split grille design.

The Toronado was innovative for its time, offering front-wheel drive in a large American car for the first time since the 1930s.

The Road Runner featured the famous Warner Bros. character and a unique “beep beep” horn to match.

The Dodge Charger R/T could be optioned with the powerful 426 HEMI engine, known for dominating on the track and the street.

GM heavily invested in rotary engine development in the early ’70s but ultimately shelved the idea due to fuel economy and emissions challenges.

The 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood measured nearly 20 feet long, symbolizing excess and luxury in the ’70s.

The 1968 HEMI Dart was built as a street-legal drag racer with no rear seat, fiberglass panels, and extreme engine performance—made in very limited numbers.