Can You Identify These Chevy Cars From the '80s?

By: Robin Tyler
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Can You Identify These Chevy Cars From the '80s?
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About This Quiz

Thanks to William Durant and Louis Chevrolet, one of the world's favorite motoring brands was started in 1911. And to Americans, Chevrolet is just about as important as apple pie, hot dogs and baseball!

But how well do you really know Chevrolet? 

Especially models from the 1980s. That decade was a time for not only new generations of established models but also a whole new range of Chevy products. Not only that, but Chevrolet lent its badge to a number of other vehicles that were rebadged into Chevrolet models and made on foreign shores.

These models can certainly be very tricky to identify. But that's what you going to have to do in this quiz. Let's see if you know the range of pickup trucks, sport cars, sedans, SUVs and a host of other vehicles to wear the famous bowtie badge!

Some are particularly easy, thanks to their rich history having been Chevy models for years and years before the '80s rolled along. Others might prove to be a little tougher, but it's the foreign Chevys that might have you stumped for sure.

The only way to find out is to take this test. So buckle up, kid!

And good luck! 


1984 Chevrolet El Camino
Wiki Commons by Ermell
Let's start with an easy one! Name the utility coupe from Chevrolet featured in this image, please.
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The El Camino was produced by Chevrolet between 1964 and 1987. It was available in a number of body options including as a utility vehicle and a coupe. The 80’s were served by the fifth generation of the brand with parts shared with the Chevrolet Malibu. Over 200,000 were sold in the ‘80s.

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1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
Wiki Commons by Thomas doerfer
What a beaut! Any ideas as the the name of this Chevrolet sports car?
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The third generation of the Corvette saw the brand into the 1980s and was made until 1982. It is certainly one of the prettier Corvettes ever made.

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1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
Identify this Chevrolet pickup model from the 1980s, please.
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Introduced in 1983, the S-10 Blazer was only available as 2-door model without a removable hardtop. Entry models has a 2.0-liter GMC engine.

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1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
Any ideas as to the name of this Chevrolet minivan model?
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

After the Astro failed to gain any significant foothold into Chrysler's domination of the minivan market in the late '80s, Chevrolet turned to the Lumina APV. Built between 1989 and 1996, Chevrolet marketed the Lumina as an 'All Purpose Vehicle'. Initially, the Lumina was severely underpowered but improvements were made in that regard. The Lumina had moderate sales success.

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1987 Chevrolet Beretta
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
What is the model of this Chevrolet front-wheel drive coupe, designed by Jerry Palmer?
1987 Chevrolet Beretta
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
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Wrong Answer

Designed by Jerry Palmer, the Beretta, a front-wheel-drive two-door coupe based on the Chevrolet L body platform was manufactured between 1987 and 1996. It offered seven engine options, with the most powerful a 3.1-liter V6.

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1985 Chevrolet Citation
Wiki Commons by Uniquesweetguy
A compact car, this model was marketed between 1980 and 1985. Name it, please.
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
1987 Chevrolet Beretta
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1985 Chevrolet Citation
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Competing in the compact segment, the Citation was produced by Chevrolet between 1980 and 1985.

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1985 Chevrolet Astro
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
What is this Chevrolet van model called?
1985 Chevrolet Citation
1985 Chevrolet Astro
1987 Chevrolet Beretta
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
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Wrong Answer

First introduced in 1985, the Astro was 3-door cargo or passenger van. The top of the range version in the first generation was powered by a 4.3-liter V6 capable of 200 brake horsepower.

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1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
What Chevrolet model is shown in this image?
1985 Chevrolet Astro
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Introduced by Chevrolet in 1970, early models of the Monte Carlo are considered to be luxury muscle cars. The 1980s were served by the fourth generation Monte Carlo, produced between 1981 and 1988. It was only available as a 2-door coupe.

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1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
PhakeNam via YouTube
The Chevrolet model in this image is a _________
1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1985 Chevrolet Astro
1985 Chevrolet Citation
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Cavalier was first introduced by Chevrolet in 1981 with the first generation produced until 1987. It had a number of body and engine options with the top of the range model powered by a 2.8-liter V6 engine.

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1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
DEWOO NEXIA -TUNING via YouTube
Identify this interesting-looking Chevrolet model, please.
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
1985 Chevrolet Astro
1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
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Wrong Answer

This concept car from Chevrolet included a gas turbine engine that would propel it to 150 mph. Access to the car was through the roof. It actually featured in the movie ‘Back to the Future II’ but never saw the light of day.

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1980 Chevrolet Monza
Wiki Commons by sv1ambo
Are you able to tell us the model of Chevrolet shown here?
1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
1980 Chevrolet Monza
1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
1985 Chevrolet Nova
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chevrolet Monza was produced between 1974 and 1981. A four-passenger sub-compact segment car, the Monza was powered by a range of engine options including a 5.7-liter V8.

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1980 Chevrolet  Malibu
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Interestingly, this Chevrolet was found on the streets of Baghdad as a taxi. Name it, please.
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
1980 Chevrolet Malibu
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
1985 Chevrolet Citation
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A Chevy stalwart, the 1980s saw the fifth generation of the Malibu marketed by the company. Incidentally, 25,000 of the sedan version were sent to Iraq to act as taxies on the busy streets of Baghdad and other cities.

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1980 Chevrolet Chevette
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This was the best-selling car in the US in 1980. Name it, please.
1980 Chevrolet Malibu
1980 Chevrolet Chevette
1985 Chevrolet Nova
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
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With sales of 2.8 million over a 12-year period, the Chevette served Chevrolet well in the subcompact class. In fact, in 1979 and 1980, it was the best-selling small car in the United States.

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1987 Chevrolet Corsica
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
In this image, we have the Chevrolet _______
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
1980 Chevrolet Malibu
1980 Chevrolet Chevette
1987 Chevrolet Corsica
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A compact car, the Corsica was first marketed in 1987 as a 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback. Interestingly, it was first sold as a fleet car to rental companies.

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1981 Chevrolet Camaro
Wiki Commons by Sicnag
A muscle car legend, name this Chevy, please
1987 Chevrolet Corsica
1981 Chevrolet Camaro
1983 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The second generation was essentially a ‘70s car, but spent two years in the 1980s before the third generation came in. The 1980 and ’81 models were different in the fact that they included a hood scoop and intake door. The door only opened at full throttle.

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1982 Chevrolet LUV
Chevrolet / Wiki Commons by JOHN LLOYD
What was this Chevrolet pickup called?
1981 Chevrolet Camaro
1987 Chevrolet Corsica
1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
1982 Chevrolet LUV
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Essentially an Isuzu pickup, the LUV was marketed in North America by Chevrolet.

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1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
This Chevrolet model was first introduced in 1981. Can you name it?
1982 Chevrolet LUV
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1985 Chevrolet Nova
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Cavalier was first introduced by Chevrolet in 1981. The second generation was produced between 1988 and 1994. It was available as a 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible, 4-door sedan and 5-door station wagon.

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1980 Chevrolet Monza
Chevrolet / Dados de peluche via YouTube
This Chevrolet model shared many parts with the Vega. Any ideas as to what it is?
1980 Chevrolet Monza
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
1981 Chevrolet Chevette
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chevrolet Monza was first introduced in 1975 and marketed until 1981. It was based on the Vega and shared many of the same parts. Marketed in the subcompact division, the Monza included a 2+2 hatchback model. Top of the range Monzas had some power thanks to a 5.7-liter V8 engine.

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1987 Chevrolet CK
Southern Cali Auto via YouTube
This long-running pickup was first introduced in 1960. Can you identify this 1980s model?
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1980 Chevrolet Monza
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
1987 Chevrolet C/K
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Wrong Answer

Produced between 1960 and 2000, the C/K pickup’s third generation served the 1980s. A range of powerplants were available both gasoline and diesel powered. The biggest of these was the 7.4-liter gasoline 454 V8 which produced 230 brake horsepower.

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1989 Chevrolet Tracker
Wiki Commons by Jeremy
Identify this model from Chevrolet, effectively a mini SUV.
1989 Chevrolet Tracker
1987 Chevrolet C/K
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This mini SUV was sold in both the United States and Canada. It was marketed for the first time in 1988. It was the product of a joint venture between General Motors Canada and Suzuki and was also marketed at the Geo Tracker.

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1981 Chevrolet S-10
Chevrolet / Beta MAX via YouTube
The vehicle in this image is a Chevrolet ________
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
1989 Chevrolet Tracker
1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
1981 Chevrolet S-10
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A pickup truck, the S-10 was a Chevrolet model for over 20 years. Introduced in 1981, this compact pickup’s base engine was actually an Isuzu powerplant, a 1.9-liter 4-cylinder. The vehicle was also sold by GMC.

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1981 Chevrolet Celebrity
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This Chevy model replaced the Malibu in 1980. Can you name it?
1981 Chevrolet Celebrity
1982 Chevrolet S-10
1980 Chevrolet Monza
1987 Chevrolet C/K
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Celebrity was first introduced by Chevrolet in 1981 as a replacement for the Malibu in the mid-sized range. It was offered as a model until 1990 and could be purchased as a 4-door station wagon, 4-door sedan or 2-door coupe.

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1986 Chevrolet Spectrum
Chevrolet / John M via YouTube
Identify this compact car, which was a rebadged Chevrolet model.
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1981 Chevrolet Celebrity
1987 Chevrolet Beretta
1986 Chevrolet Spectrum
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Another rebadged Chevrolet, the Spectrum was actually an Isuzu Gemini. This compact car was first marketed in 1985.

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1988 Chevrolet V3500 Crew Cab 4x4
Michael Costello via YouTube
A classic Chevy pickup, but what was it called?
1988 Chevrolet V3500 Crew Cab 4x4
1985 Chevrolet Spectrum
1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Built between 1988 and 1991, the V3500 Crew Cab 4x4 featured a heavy-duty Dana 60 solid front axle as well as an overdrive automatic gearbox which made it a favorite of those lovers of bigger-bodied off-roaders.

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1985 Chevrolet Sprint
Chevrolet / xntryk1 via YouTube
Which vehicle is shown in this image?
1988 Chevrolet V3500 Crew Cab 4x4
1982 Chevrolet LUV
1985 Chevrolet Sprint
1987 Chevrolet Corsica
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chevrolet Sprint was first marketed in the United States in 1985. It was essentially a rebadged Suzuki Cultus. Early models were 3-door hatchbacks.

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1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport
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Name this Chevrolet, a trim package on a regular 1980s model.
1985 Chevrolet Sprint
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier
1989 Chevrolet Tracker
1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport
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Wrong Answer

Essentially a trim option upgrade on the regular Chevrolet Celebrity, the Eurosport introduced some red markings, black trimmed windows, black steering wheel, 14’ wheels and a 2.8-liter V6 engine.

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1987 Chevrolet Camaro
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Identify this popular Chevrolet model from the 1980s, please.
1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport
1986 Chevrolet Spectrum
1988 Chevrolet V3500 Crew Cab 4x4
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A large part of the '80s, from 1982 in fact, was served by the third generation of the Camaro. In 1987, the company released the 20th Anniversary Commemorative Edition of the brand.

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1989 Chevrolet Nova
MrEmotionalMusic via YouTube
Based on a Toyota platform, can you name the vehicle in this image?
1989 Chevrolet Nova
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
1989 Chevrolet Lumina APV
1980 Chevrolet Chevette
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The mid-1980s saw the introduction of the fifth generation of the Chevrolet Nova. It was available as a 5-door notchback or 4-door hatchback and was based on the Toyota AE82 Platform believe it or not!

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1981 Chevrolet Caprice
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The Chevrolet model in this image is the ________?
1985 Chevrolet Spectrum
1989 Chevrolet 454
1981 Chevrolet Caprice
1985 Chevrolet Citation
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Caprice name had served Chevrolet since the mid-1960s. By the 1980s, the brand was on its third generation which saw two upgrades over the course of the decade. The Caprice was available as a two-door, four-door or station wagon, shown here.

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1989 Chevrolet Calibra
Opel / mdftrasher via YouTube
An Opel product, this car was sold in South America under the Chevy badge. What is it?
1981 Chevrolet Belair
1989 Chevrolet Calibra
1989 Chevrolet 454 SS
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Marketed from 1989 to 1997, the Calibra was an Opel product marketed in Europe although they were badged as Chevrolets and sold in South America. A sports coupe, over 239,000 were sold worldwide. The top of the range models of the Calibra was powered by a 2.5 L C25XE V6.

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1980 Chevrolet Kodiak
John Dougherty via YouTube
Name this model from Chevrolet, please.
1989 Chevrolet Calibra
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1980 Chevrolet Kodiak
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Produced between 1980 and 2009, the Kodiak was Chevrolet's truck model in the medium-duty truck segement. During its production run, three generations were produced. The first generation was powered by a 10.4-liter V8 turbodiesel engine.

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1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS
Wiki Commons by Bull-Doser
The vehicle in this image is a Chevy _________
1980 Chevrolet Kodiak
1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS
1980 Chevrolet Monza
1981 Chevrolet S-10
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The legendary Chevrolet El Camino received the SS treatment from 1983 to 1987 thanks to Choo-Choo Customs Inc. based in Tennessee. This package was offered to owners to convert their El Camino into the Super Sport version before delivery.

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1988 Chevrolet K5
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
Any ideas as to the name of this off-roader from Chevy?
1987 Chevrolet Express Concept Car
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
1988 Chevrolet Sprint Metro
1988 Chevrolet K5
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Produced between 1988 and 1991, the Chevrolet K5 Blazer was a capable off-road vehicle. Blazers offered four wheel drive with either a 5.7 liter or 6.2 small block Chevrolet engine. Suspension came in the form of leaf springs both front and back which helped the Blazer’s frame-on-body design, adding much stability.

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1985 Chevrolet Impala
Buddy Cooper via YouTube
A legendary Chevrolet brand, can you name this vehicle?
1981 Chevrolet Camaro
1988 Chevrolet K5
1985 Chevrolet Impala
1987 Chevrolet Corsica
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Impala was one of Chevrolet’s longest running brands. The '80s were served by the sixth generation Impala, which was released in 1977 and marketed till 1985. It was available in three configurations – a 2-door coupe, 4-door sedan and 5-door station wagon.

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1988 Chevrolet GMT 400
Wiki Commons by IFCAR
Identify this classic Chevy pickup, please.
1988 Chevrolet GMT 400
1985 Chevrolet Impala
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1981 Chevrolet Nova
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

After playing it safe for a number of years, Chevrolet introduced the GMT 400 in 1988. This truck featured a sleek new body, designed with the help of a wind tunnel. The ride was also significantly improved thanks to an independent front suspension with torsion bars.

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1984 Chevrolet Corvette C4
Wiki Commons by Robert Spinello
An American classic, which sports car from Chevrolet is shown in this image?
1988 Chevrolet GMT 400
1984 Chevrolet Corvette C4
1980 Chevrolet Kodiak
1981 Chevrolet Belair
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The fourth-generation Corvette, the C4 was marketed by Chevrolet from 1984 to 1996. It was available as a 2-door coupe, convertible or targa top. The C4 was powered by a range of 5.7-liter V8 engines.

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1988 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport VR
Chevrolet / chadiqua via YouTube
A trim package for an earlier '80s model Chevy, can you identify this car, please?
1981 Chevrolet Camaro
1982 Chevrolet Commodore
1984 Chevrolet Corvette C4
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport VR
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The second trim packaged offered for the Celebrity during the 1980s, the Eurosport VR had a number of cosmetic changes including body decals, a black grille and wheels made of aluminum.

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1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Streetside Classics via YouTube
Name this performance model from Chevrolet first released in the early 1980s.
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport VR
1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
1981 Chevrolet Cavalier
1982 Chevrolet Corvette C3
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Monte Carlo brand of the 1980s got the SS treatment in 1983, this after Chevy not offering the performance model for over a decade. And of course, it came with a customary V8 engine.

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1986 Chevrolet Indy
Chevrolet / Wiki Commons by Cartwright80
Are you able to tell us the name of this concept car from Chevrolet?
1986 Chevrolet Indy
1983 Chevrolet Rekord
1984 Chevrolet El Camino
1980 Chevrolet Malibu
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Chevrolet Indy was a concept car first seen in 1986. It had four-wheel drive, four-wheel steering and a mid-mounted V8 engine. It was the basis for the Corporate Engineering Research Vehicle III from Chevy.

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1988 Chevrolet Corvette ZR2
Wiki Commons by Michael Barera
This concept model from Chevy was called "Big Dog". Of the options below, which was it?
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1989 Chevrolet Rodeo
1988 Chevrolet Corvette ZR2
1980 Chevrolet Monza
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The Chevrolet Corvette ZR2 was a concept car based on the fourth generation Corvette. Named "Big Dog," it had a 7.4-liter V8 engine and a six-speed manual gearbox.

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