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- Ford’s Pinto was a lot like AMC’s Gremlin. It was its competition.
- Introduced in 1970, the Pinto was known to burst into flames when rear-ended, a flaw discovered by Ford during crash tests.
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Among the thousands of car models, names like the Ford Mustang and the Porsche 911 stand out as some of the most iconic vehicles ever created.
On the other hand, certain cars have been produced that have come off as ridiculous in the long run in terms of design, safety, aesthetics, and feel.
10. Pontiac Aztek GM
9. AMC Gremlin
8. Ford Pinto F
Ford’s Pinto was a lot like AMC’s Gremlin. It was its competition. Introduced in 1970, the Pinto was known to burst into flames when rear-ended, a flaw discovered by Ford during crash tests.
7. Hummer H2 GM
6. Suzuki X-90
5. Reliant Robin
4. Chrysler PT Cruiser STLA
3. Reva G-Wiz
2. Austin Allegro
1. Yugo GV
Ranking the lowest for consumer satisfaction in the J.D Power and Associates survey of 1986, the Yugo GV is known as the worst car ever due to its frequent breakdowns and awful safety metrics.
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Original publication: 2022-05-05
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