How Well Do You Know Your British Sports Cars?

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    The later versions of the MG Midget shared their 1500cc engines with which other British sports car? 

    • Triumph Spitfire
    • MGB
    • Austin-Healey Sprite
    • TVR Taimar
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Petrolheads, this is the quiz for you! Been searching for the perfect test for your knowledge on British Sports Cars like the Aston Martin DB5, the Austin Healey 3000 and the Triumph Spitfire? Well here you go!

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  • 2. 
    The TVR Griffith 200 shared its rear lights with which Sixties saloon? - ProProfs

    The TVR Griffith 200 shared its rear lights with which Sixties saloon?

    • Ford Cortina MkI

    • Triumph 2000

    • Rover P6

    • Vauxhall PA Velox

    Correct Answer
    A. Ford Cortina MkI
    Explanation
    The TVR Griffith 200 shared its rear lights with the Ford Cortina MkI.

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  • 3. 
    Which Italian styling house developed the MGB into the hard-top GT model?  - ProProfs

    Which Italian styling house developed the MGB into the hard-top GT model? 

    • Italdesign

    • Bertone

    • Pininfarina

    • Ghia

    Correct Answer
    A. Pininfarina
    Explanation
    Pininfarina is the correct answer because they were responsible for developing the MGB into the hard-top GT model. Pininfarina is an Italian styling house known for their expertise in automotive design, and they have worked with various car manufacturers to create iconic and aesthetically pleasing designs. In the case of the MGB GT, Pininfarina's involvement transformed the original convertible MGB into a sleek and stylish hard-top coupe, adding to the appeal and versatility of the MGB lineup.

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  • 4. 
    Which engineer – better known for his work on motorcycles - designed the V8 engine in the Daimler SP250?  - ProProfs

    Which engineer – better known for his work on motorcycles - designed the V8 engine in the Daimler SP250? 

    • Colin Chapman

    • Edward Turner

    • Sir William Lyons

    • Phil Irving

    Correct Answer
    A. Edward Turner
    Explanation
    Edward Turner is the correct answer because he was an engineer who is well-known for his work on motorcycles. The question asks about the engineer who designed the V8 engine in the Daimler SP250, and Edward Turner fits this description.

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  • 5. 
    What was the codename for the Lotus Elan, launched in 1990?  - ProProfs

    What was the codename for the Lotus Elan, launched in 1990? 

    • M50

    • M100

    • M250

    • M308

    Correct Answer
    A. M100
    Explanation
    The codename for the Lotus Elan, launched in 1990, was M100.

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  • 6. 
    How did TVR boss Peter Wheeler’s dog, Ned, assist with the Chimaera’s development?  - ProProfs

    How did TVR boss Peter Wheeler’s dog, Ned, assist with the Chimaera’s development? 

    • His barking inspired the sound of the production model’s exhaust note

    • Only engineers the dog took a shine to were allowed to work on the car

    • He inadvertently designed the indicator recess by biting a chunk out of a foam styling model

    • Peter Wheeler insisted the passenger compartment was roomy enough for Ned to travel in

    Correct Answer
    A. He inadvertently designed the indicator recess by biting a chunk out of a foam styling model
    Explanation
    Peter Wheeler's dog, Ned, unintentionally created the design for the indicator recess by biting a piece out of a foam styling model. This means that the dog's actions influenced the final design of the Chimaera car.

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  • 7. 
    The TVR Tina – which was meant to be an entry-level model for the Blackpool manufacturer but never made production – was based around which small car?  - ProProfs

    The TVR Tina – which was meant to be an entry-level model for the Blackpool manufacturer but never made production – was based around which small car? 

    • BMC Mini

    • Ford Anglia 105E

    • Vauxhall Viva HA

    • Hillman Imp

    Correct Answer
    A. Hillman Imp
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hillman Imp. The TVR Tina was planned to be an entry-level model for the Blackpool manufacturer but it never went into production. It was based on the Hillman Imp, a small car.

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  • 8. 
    Which Italian designer is behind the lines of the Reliant Scimitar SS1?  - ProProfs

    Which Italian designer is behind the lines of the Reliant Scimitar SS1? 

    • Marcello Gandini

    • Giorgetto Giugiaro

    • Sergio Pininfarina

    • Giovanni Michelotti

    Correct Answer
    A. Giovanni Michelotti
    Explanation
    Giovanni Michelotti is the Italian designer behind the lines of the Reliant Scimitar SS1.

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  • 9. 
    The Triumph TR4 and subsequent TR5 were styled by Michelotti. But who facelifted the TR5 to transform it into the TR6?  - ProProfs

    The Triumph TR4 and subsequent TR5 were styled by Michelotti. But who facelifted the TR5 to transform it into the TR6? 

    • Karmann

    • Ghia

    • Bertone

    • Triumph’s own in-house stylists

    Correct Answer
    A. Karmann
    Explanation
    Karmann is the correct answer because they were responsible for the facelift of the TR5 to create the TR6. Karmann, a German coachbuilding company, collaborated with Triumph to redesign the TR5, giving it a more modern and aggressive look. The TR6 featured updated styling elements such as a new front grille, revised headlights, and a restyled rear end. Karmann's involvement in the transformation of the TR5 into the TR6 is well-documented and recognized in the automotive industry.

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  • 10. 
    The Subaru Impreza Turbo was used as the basis for which British sports car in 2000?  - ProProfs

    The Subaru Impreza Turbo was used as the basis for which British sports car in 2000? 

    • Noble M10

    • Delfino Feroce

    • Strathcarron SC5-A

    • Ariel Atom

    Correct Answer
    A. Delfino Feroce

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