Imagine a world where elegance combines with speed and car names resonate with the echoes of the bird kingdom. Welcome to a fascinating overview.
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06.05.2025 | K. Hoffman
Ford Falcon
The Ford Falcon, launched in 1960, became an icon of the Australian car industry. The name refers to the peregrine falcon.
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Studebaker Hawk
Studebaker Hawk, the 1956 debut of Raymond Loewy's masterpiece. The 1957 model had a supercharged V8 engine.
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Peugeot 404
The Peugeot 404, produced between 1960 and 1975, was known in Africa as the Eagle. Its rugged construction and easy maintenance made it ideal for harsh conditions.
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AMC Eagle
The AMC Eagle, introduced in 1979, was one of the first crossovers to combine a passenger car with all-wheel drive.
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Nissan Bluebird
The Nissan Bluebird, produced from 1955 to 2001, became one of Nissan's longest-running models.
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Pontiac Firebird
The Pontiac Firebird, an iconic pony car, shared a platform with the Chevrolet Camaro. It symbolizes rebirth and unbreakable strength.
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Toyota Celica
The Toyota Celica, produced between 1970 and 2006, won the hearts of drivers with its stylish design and dynamism.
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Subaru Alcyone SVX
The Subaru Alcyone SVX, a sporty coupe from 1991-1996, combined sleek design and powerful six-cylinder engines.
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Mercedes-Benz Gullwing
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing is a sports car icon with its unique gull-wing doors.
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Bristol Fighter
Powered by the V10 engine from the Dodge Viper,the Bristol Fighter offered acceleration and dynamics that gave it the characteristics of a celestial predator.
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Ford Bantam
The Ford Bantam, a pick-up truck from South Africa, symbolised compactness and robustness. It was popular for its reliability.
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Buick Skylark
TheBuick Skylark bears the name of the lark, known for its beautiful song, and evokes the lightness and joy of driving.
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Ford Thunderbird
The Ford Thunderbird, produced from 1955 to 1997 and 2002 to 2005, bears the name of the mythological bird. It symbolizes strength and majesty.
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Pontiac Sunbird
The 1976-1994 Pontiac Sunbird evoked lightness and energy. It was meant to be an affordable compact car for the young.
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Reliant Robin
The Reliant Robin, an iconic three-wheeled vehicle, has gained cult status despite its instability.
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Riley Kestrel
Riley Kestrel referred to sporty models with aerodynamic bodywork. The name came back for the BMC ADO16 car.
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Vauxhall Wyvern
The Vauxhall Wyvern, a mid-sized car from 1948-1957, was named after a mythical dragon from heraldry.
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Willys Jeepster
The Willys Jeepster, produced 1948-1950, was an attempt at a stylish, sporty car for a younger audience.
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Humber Snipe
The Humber Snipe, a 1930 luxury sedan inspired by the woodcock, symbolized refinement and dynamism.
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Plymouth Road Runner
The Plymouth Road Runner, an iconic muscle car, was named after the rooster runner, known for its 'beep-beep' sound.