Only A Real Gearhead Will Know If This Is A Real Or A Fake Car
- by Ursula Nizalowski
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Since their creation, automobiles have become an important part of our society. They are not only required for transportation purposes, but also they’re used as a form of entertainment. In particular, car races and reality TV shows dedicated to the salvaging of old cars. There are also the Monster Truck competitions, which began as early as the 1970s which was around the time that the term ‘Gearhead’ was introduced into the English vernacular. At its core, a Gearhead is someone who is interested in anything mechanical to the point where it defines their very lifestyle. But usually it refers to people that are really into cars, hence the term is sometimes used synonymously with Motorhead.
There’s something about the inner workings of a machine that strongly interests these Gearheads to the point of obsession allowing them to know every part and model of a given product. Plus, they use this knowledge to their advantage when it comes to buying their own cars or personal computers and are therefore less likely to get scammed. This is unfortunately a common problem as certain companies will create inferior products and then sell them under the claiming it’s ‘the real thing’ depending on what they’re selling. So come test your knowledge as a Gearhead by telling the real cars in this quiz apart from the fake ones!
Which car is the real one?
Among the various luxury cars out there, Lamborghinis are the most well-known. Made from an Italian manufacturer of the same name, they’re known for inventing the Rear Mid-Engine Rear Wheel Drive (abbreviated as RMR) system of arrangement in terms of the engine’s placement in relation to the wheels which most racing cars tend to favor over the RR layout. Though the sales of Lamborghinis has gone up and down, they’re still a popular car and therefore most likely to get replicated which one of these cars happens to be.
Is this car fake or real?
In 2004, the sports car manufacturer Ferrari unveiled the Ferrari F430. Succeeding the previous model, the Ferrari 360, it was designed to be more efficient from an aerodynamic perspective and had a more enhanced downforce (aka stability). But this car was not without its problems as Spider variants of the model had to be recalled in 2009 because there was a significant risk in the engine’s heat causing flammable liquid to spill out. So Ferrari unveiled the next model known as the 458 that same year.
Which car is the copycat?
One of the oldest car brands in history, Rolls-Royce has been around since the early 1900s. In recent history, they’ve been bought by Volkswagen AG and renamed as Bentley Motors in 2003. However, most people still refer to the cars they manufacture as Rolls-Royces (such as the Rolls-Royce Phantom shown left). Then in 2009, a special Chinese car called the Geely GE (shown right) was unveiled at a motor show in Shanghai before being rebranded as the Emgrand GE which was made available in 2014.
Is this a real car or an R/C?
Radio-controlled Cars, or R/Cs, are a toy car that’s either remote-controlled or radio-controlled (though both terms are synonymous with each other). Introduced in the mid-60s, they became quite popular among children during the 70s and 80s. While most of them are powered by electricity or nitro fuel with each new model becoming progressively more advanced and realistic, there are some that are gas-powered. Typically referred to as “gassers” or “fuelies”, these tend to be more expensive compared to the other two kinds of models.
Is this a replica or a real car?
The Batmobile (as shown here) is one of the most iconic vehicles in comic-book history. Originally designed by Bruce Wayne, the multi-billionaire who moonlights as the vigilante Batman, it's a supercar that has multiple functions. Though the number of abilities this car has varies between the comic-books and films, as well as the model of the car itself, a few functions have stayed consistent over the years. For instance, it has a built-in radio system is capable of shooting projectiles and has a self-defense mechanism.
Is this a real car or a model one?
Since the 1950s, model cars became a popular form of toy among kids. Whether they were pre-assembled or had to be made from scratch using modeling kits, both kinds are referred to as toy/model cars though the latter word implies the assembly based ones more. While primarily targeted at children, they became available for adults starting in the 80s. Since then, a number of impressive miniatures have come out that look so realistic they could easily be mistaken as real cars depending on how they’re framed in a picture.
Is this car real or fake?
Named after a famous car racer, the Bugatti Veyron was designed by the Volkswagen Group in Germany and manufactured in France. Considered by the BBC reality show Top Gear to be one of the best cars made from 2000 to 2009, this model of sports car is well-known for its incredible speeds with the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse variant being the fastest worldwide. After introducing the ability to customize the car’s coloring both externally and internally, the model was discontinued after 2014.
Which car is the fake one?
Being able to tell a fake car from a real one is no easy task. Whether you’re a Gearhead or a casual car buyer, it’s important to be able to discern these not only for your own safety but also everyone else’s. In general, fake models tend to be inferior in terms of quality compared to the real ones and not have all the major components required thus making them less safe as a result. They’re also sold for relatively lower prices in order to lure suckers in, thinking if they buy themselves an expensive-looking car they’ll be more respected.
Is this car fake or real?
While Gearheads tend to be associated with cars, they’re also interested in other kinds of vehicles such as motorcycles. Though they were created in the 1800s, their popularity skyrocketed during the 1950s with the Greaser culture. But their association with biker gangs such as the notorious Hell’s Angels gave them a more serious edge which some people think is attractive while others try to avoid them as much as possible. It also doesn’t help that motorcycle accidents are more fatal than car-related ones.
Which car is the copycat?
Starting in 2011, the UK-based car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover released the Range Rover Evoque (shown right). It’s a luxury SUV that is similar to the Land Rover LRX in terms of design, but with surprisingly decent off-road capabilities which the show Top Gear proved. Then in 2015, the Chinese car manufacturer Landwind unveiled a brand-new CUV called the Landwind X7 (shown left) that gained a lot of worldwide attention including from Jaguar Land Rover who tried to prevent it from entering the market.
Is this car real or a copycat prototype?
Following some controversies surrounding the German automotive corporation Daimler AG, the British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin released a new grand tourer model called the Aston Martin DB11 in 2016. It was given overwhelming praise by the motoring press, and even won a Golden Steering Wheel Award for its beauty in 2017. Then recently, the MG Rover Group (a UK manufacturer that is currently owned by the Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation) unveiled a new car called the E-Motion (shown here) which is scheduled to be released by 2020.
Which of these two Ferraris is real?
In 1995, the French car maker Peugeot released a mid-sized family car called the Peugeot 406 which replaced the 405 model despite many similarities. Designed as a two-door coupé, the 406 performed well until its name was changed to Peugeot Coupé during its last year of production in the United Kingdom. After 2005, this model was replaced by the Peugeot 407. Now in relation to this picture, which depicts two Ferrari F360s, one of them is actually a replica modeled from a Peugeot Coupé.
Is this car real or a clone?
Since 1963, the German-made Porsche 911 (Nine Eleven) has been changed several times throughout history with the basic concept of being a two-door sports car still intact. For instance, it was modified for racing purposes and is one of the most successful ones out there. In fact, some of these variants like the Porsche Carrera RSR (shown here) won a number of major world championship car races during the mid to late 70s. The Porsche 911 was also voted as the fifth best Car of the Century in 1999.
Is this police car real or fake?
While replicas of expensive cars like Ferraris and Lamborghinis may be an issue, one of the more pressing matters is fake police cars and taxis. The latter of which is especially a major problem in China, where American tourists are duped into getting inside a taxi that turns out to be driven by a creep who just so happened to own a car that’s old enough to look like one. As for fake police cars, they tend to either be placed near roads to fool would-be speedsters or driven by pranksters.
Is this car a replica or real?
Made in 1962, the AC Cobra (known as the Shelby Cobra in the US) was produced through a collaboration between the British car manufacturer AC Cars and the American car designer Carroll Shelby. Since then, this car has been sold in both the United States and the United Kingdom with different models created in between each new upgrade. For instance, the Cobra 427 (originally designated as Mark III) was designed to be a racing car though it wasn’t finished before being approved for the 1965 racing season.
Is this car real or fake?
At the 2010 Motor Show in Paris, Lamborghini unveiled a limited edition model called the Sesto Elemento which means “sixth element” in reference to the atomic number of carbon. In turn, this refers to the carbon fibre the car uses. Originally designed for track use, only 20 of them were made costing $2.92 million US dollars per car. At the time, it was one of the most expensive cars Lamborghini made. Recently, one Sesto Elemento was used in the movie adaptation of the racing game Need for Speed.
Which of these cars is not actually painted gold?
Of the various colors that are used on cars, gold is definitely one of the less likely to be seen. While most people tend to prefer a neutral color for their car such as black white or silver, brightly colors like pink and gold are rare. On top of that, it’s extremely rare to find three gold-colored vehicles parked side-by-side as seen in this picture. While the one on the left is a G63 6x6, the middle one’s a Ford KA, and the third one on the right is a Lamborghini Aventador.
Is this car real or not?
Fetching for a pretty price of $21,000 dollars, the Declasse Vigero is described as a two-door muscle car that resembles the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro in terms of design. It has induction hoods and sporty upholstery that includes VL1 badging on the fenders similar to the ZL1 model engine that Chevrolet uses. This car also has front fender mirrors, which Japanese cars had in the 1960s and 70s. The car also comes in a “beater” form and has a built-in alarm to keep thieves away.
Is this car fake or real?
The owner of this Bugatti Veyron (shown here) is Sant Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Insan, the leader of a non-profit spiritual group. Apart from doing a lot of charity work, Insan is also a car enthusiast who has a particular flair for modified cars. As we can see here, the Bugatti Veyron has been given a green and yellow-colored makeover that includes: a rear-view camera, an integrated audio system, and leather upholstery. So given how expensive these vehicles typically are, it's amazing Insan got ahold of one.
Is this car real or a replica?
In the realm of Hot Wheels toy cars, one model stands above the others: the Scrape. When initially released in the 90s, it received a lot of attention because of its flame-like designs. It also bears a striking resemblance to the Lincoln-Zephyr, a mid-sized luxury car that was sold from 1936 to 1940. Known for its streamlined surface (hence the name Zephyr which is the Greek God of the West Wind), it significantly boosted Lincoln’s car sales during the late 30s until World War II halted car production.
Is this a real car or a kit car?
Since the first cars were made, the kit car was always there. While it may not be an actual vehicle, kit cars do serve a purpose as they can allow the driver to upgrade their car with parts from a different model onto theirs creating a hybrid that can turn out pretty nifty depending on the original model and the parts used. For instance, the Vaydor kit car (which officially debuted at the SEMA Auto Show in 2013) can be built on top of a Infiniti G35 coupe made between 2003 and 2007.
Is this car real or fake?
As part of Chevrolet’s new Bolt EV platform, the Chevrolet Jolt EV has many things to offer. Based off the Chevrolet Tru 140s concept design-wise, it’s an electric car that can go 230 miles per charge which is pretty amazing as that’s even more milage than the Smart Fortwo can go. Using a lithium-ion battery and CCS DC charging, it’ll charge quickly and let you go far. Plus, it’s reasonably priced and is set to be released in 2018 this year.
Is this smart car fake or real?
Because of the raised awareness of our impact on the environment, particularly the effect of burned fossil fuels such as oil and gas on the Earth’s atmosphere, certain car companies have been looking into alternative fuels as a means to create less air pollution. So far, the two most popular are electric and hybrids. Unfortunately, these types of cars are usually pretty expensive and they’re not always the most practical. For example, the Smart Fortwo car is excellent for traveling around cities but not so much for long-distance travel.
Is this car real or a copycat?
Released in 2014, the Porsche Macan 95B type is a luxury SUV/CUV crossover that has had several variants over the years. It was originally known as Cajun, which is a combination of 'Cayenne' (the name of an earlier Porsche model) and ‘Junior’ but was changed to ‘Macan’ which is Javanese for ‘Tiger’. Then two years later, the Chinese car manufacturer Zotye Auto debuted a CUV model called the Zotye SR9 (shown here) which received controversial remarks due to its design being similar to the Porsche Macan.
Is this car real or a replica?
As the name implies, the 1932 Ford was made between the years 1932 and 1934. However, this name collectively refers to the three models Ford produced during this time which were: the Model B, 18, and 40 cars. Intending to succeed the Model A model, some proved to be more effective than others as the Model 18 was eventually succeeded by the Model 48 while the others offered different variants including the Roadster (as shown here) which had no roof on it.
Is this car fake or real?
Since 1982, the Toyota Camry has been sold internationally from Japan for several generations. Though it was initially slim in design following the previous model known as the Celica Camry, this type of car eventually found a mid-sized variant to meet overseas demand for larger Camrys. However, tax regulations in Japan wouldn’t allow for large variants of the Camry which was required to retain its original slimness. So the Toyota Vista was made to satisfy this issue, which was sold at the same time as the Toyota Camry.
Is this car real or a knockoff?
Made by the Lifan Group manufacturer in China, the Lifan 320 officially debuted at the 2008 Auto Show in Beijing. Despite being notoriously unsafe, it’s not only sold in China but also in Peru and Russia as the Lifan Smily. A facelift version called the 330 was sold in 2013, along with the original which many people outside China have considered to be similar to the Mini Cooper in its design. First introduced in 2000 after being produced at Plant Oxford in the UK, this hatchback-style car has had three generations total.
Which car is the copycat?
Starting in 1994, the Audi A6 (shown left) was an executive car was sold by the German carmaker Audi after being manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany. Spanning five generations, it offers several variants including sedan and wagon ones with the latter being branded as the Avant as opposed to the Audi. Then at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show, a concept for a new car called the JAC Refine A6 (shown right) was revealed. It was highly praised for its front grill and luxurious-looking interior.
Is this car real or fake?
Considered an iconic car for the British, the Land Rover has had a long history. First launched in 1948 by the Rover Company, it eventually evolved into an all-encompassing brand that includes a number of four-wheel based vehicles. Despite being originally owned by the UK-based Jaguar Land Rover manufacturer, it has since 2008 been manufactured by Tata Motors in India. Then recently in China, an electric car called the CNEV Rover (as shown here) has become quite popular with the middle class.
Which car is the Chinese knockoff?
Marketed to civilians in 1992, the Hummer brand included trucks and SUVs that had originally been made for the military such as the M998 Humvee. Originally owned by AM General, they eventually lost the Hummer to General Motors (GM) who in turn created three different kinds of civilian vehicles. But due to financial problems, GM was unable to continue making Hummers even as various Chinese companies attempted to bid for the brand which was officially discontinued in 2010. However, this hasn’t stopped Chinese manufacturers from making Humvee knockoffs.
Is this car fake or real?
The Mercedes CLS pickup (as shown here) is a vehicle that combines elements from two kinds of cars. As part of the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, it comes from two generations of four-door sedan fastbacks which are notable for their sloped roofs and mid-size look. This vehicle is also similar to a Ute, an Australian term used to describe trayback cars and pickup trucks which both have cargo trays in the back but traybacks have the tray integrated with the passenger part of the car while pickups don’t.
Which of these police cars is fake?
In the Czech Republic, the most common vehicle that’s used by the police is the Škoda Octavia (shown right). Manufactured since 1996, there’s been three generations of these cars which are typically made in the hatchback or estate style with five doors included. Although several variants exist including the Škoda Rapid, a Lamborghini Gallardo variant (shown left) is very rare. Made between 2003 and 2013, it was named after a famous breed of fighting bulls and is one of Lamborghini’s best-selling cars.
Is this car fake or real?
Developed by The Mill, which is a special effects company located in London, the Blackbird is a special type of vehicle that can transform into any kind of vehicle. While it typically resembles a dune-buggy (as shown here), it’s outfitted with a customizable chassis and 360 degree cameras which allows CGI animators to digitally create it into whatever car they want whether it’s for a commercial or a movie. This not only saves the hassle of making the actual car available, but also prevents damage costs.
Which one is a kit car?
During the 1984-88 model years, General Motors produced the Pontiac Fiero which was the first car in the United States to have a mass-produced mid-engine. Based on the Italian word for “very proud” which in Spanish meant “wild/fierce/ferocious,” it was also notable for having plastic body panels and hidden headlamps with stereo speakers integrated into the headrests during its initial five-year run. But with a kit car, a Pontiac Fiero can easily be transformed into a Fauxrarri or fake Ferrari.
Is this a car covered in snow or a car made of snow?
While cars may be relatively safer than motorcycles, there are still a number of dangers to consider. In particular, the main factors that are considered include: the possibility of accidents, the functionality of your own car, and the weather. While none of these things are entirely predictable, the last one can be more troubling depending on the severity of the weather-in-question. For instance, this car in Montreal (shown here) indicates a severe blizzard hit not too long ago creating significantly large snowdrifts.