{"id":1438,"date":"2021-02-19T17:00:32","date_gmt":"2021-02-19T17:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autoshippers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1438"},"modified":"2021-02-19T17:00:34","modified_gmt":"2021-02-19T17:00:34","slug":"the-six-worst-cars-ever-made","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autoshippers.co.uk\/blog\/the-six-worst-cars-ever-made","title":{"rendered":"The Six Worst Cars Ever Made?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Who can forget their\nfirst car? No matter how well it ran, how often it broke down, it got us from A\nto B and that was enough.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, as car\nmanufacturing has stepped into fifth gear and continues to advance at lightning\nspeed, we see that our once considered snazzy automobile was perhaps a\nmechanical mess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The colossal car industry\nis booming and manufacturers are constantly developing innovative designs to\nkeep up with consumer demand. But has the effort to be different through quirky\nideas always landed in their favour? The answer is no. Some of these zany\nzoomers have left much to be desired in terms of make-up and aesthetic appeal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning to buy one of these cars to ship back home<\/a>, you may want to think twice. Having said that, it\u2019s all a matter of taste and many of these cars have since become collector’s items, perhaps in part due to their reputation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, without further\nado, let\u2019s take a look at a few of the worst cars ever made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Cadillac Cimarron 1982-1988<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This disaster in disguise first cruised the streets in 1981, selling at a whopping $12,131. Its stylish appearance gave an allure of sophistication and luxury, however, its mechanics meant that it was little more than a dolled-up Chevrolet Cavalier. Unfortunately, its admired, glamorous interiors could not overshadow its snail-like pace and claustrophobic size. Sales saw a rapid decline and the little Caddy took a back seat in the car market.  A small car but a big <\/em>mistake for General Motors, as the Cimarron<\/a> became a symbol for Cadillac\u2019s decline, from which it still hasn\u2019t recovered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Ford Pinto 1971-1980<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While some cars are recalled for their heinous looks\nand mediocre quality, the Ford Pinto<\/a> is almost\nuniversally remembered for being a flaming death-trap. Due to a major design\nfault, a rear impact could cause the fuel filler to come loose and puncture the\nfuel tank, often resulting in catastrophic explosions. As if that wasn\u2019t dodgy\nenough, Ford allegedly determined that the price for sourcing more material\noutweighed the cost of the fault! Hence why Ford came to blows with its consumers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Pontiac Aztek 2001-2005<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A radical ride that shocked the market with it\u2019s less than handsome looks. A car perhaps created before its time, the Pontiac<\/a> left the industry bamboozled by its failed attempt of futuristic innovation. Pontiac\u2019s management took the term \u2018bold\u2019 to the extreme with two-tone, yellow with grey plastic moulding, and turn signals completely separated from the headlights\u2026 a bold choice, indeed. Despite having some of the best designers working on the model, it lacked a unified vision. A classic case of too many cooks\u2026 unfortunately, the Pontiac was left half-baked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. The Yugo 1985-1992<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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With a vision to be one of the cheapest cars in the US, the Yugo<\/a> was also the worst. Imported from Yugoslavia, it sold in the US for around $4,000 but was worth about a tenth of that. Its interiors could make up our oceans\u2019 worth of plastic, which only cheapened it further. Normally, a lack of one aspect can be made up by another, but somehow, the Yugo\u2019s creators blessed it with both a harsh, jarring ride and<\/em> poor steering and handling. And its tiny engine size meant that uphill climbs were a struggle for the tiny tooter. To conclude, it was a car-crash of a design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

 5. Austin Allegro 1973-1982<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Well remembered, and truly mocked, the Allegro<\/a> (often referred to as the \u201cAll-agro\u201d<\/em>) is one of Britain\u2019s biggest car flops. Dimensional issues, grinding gear change, and a somewhat baffling quartic steering wheel\u2014which was even criticised by the metropolitan police at the time\u2014turned this rogue roadrunner quickly into a laughing stock. Typically, designers of the day preferred rectangular edges, whereas this motor sported a series of metal bubbles bound together to make its shape. However, despite its faults, many people hold treasured bumpy memories riding the Allegro through the disco era. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Reliant robin 1973-1981<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Topping off the list with arguably one of the most unique, quirky cars ever made, the robin\u2014or the \u201cplastic pig\u201d, <\/em>as it was called\u2014toppled onto the scene and gained its fame through television appearances. Firmly remaining in the public consciousness, thanks to its starring role on Only Fools and Horses <\/em>and Mr Bean<\/em>, the small three-wheel drive became exceedingly popular. Despite its status, it didn\u2019t come without a list of endless faults. The steering wheel popped off, its doors cracked in the wind, and it wasn\u2019t the \u2018steadiest\u2019 of vehicles. The Robin<\/a> had a good run, but with no reverse option, it only went one way: straight onto the list of the worst cars ever made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do we love these disaster drives?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flaws and all, we just\ncan\u2019t seem to hate these classic cars. From their simplicity, character to the\ninterior smell; they are a symbol of times gone by, and good times at that.\nReminding us of sunny holiday trips to the coast, or passing our test and grabbing\nfreedom by the, granted, rickety steering wheel. These once laughable pieces\nare now treasured collector’s items with their value creeping up every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once considered\ncumbersome and daft, these misunderstood motors are now special, rare finds. They\u2019re\neven being sold around the world as collectors\u2019 items.  Whether you\u2019re taking a trip back in time and\nreliving your youth, or simply an avid collector, picking up one of these\nautomobile horror stories can actually boost your collection, or at least take\npride of place reminding you of times gone by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buy a car and ship it anywhere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re looking at snapping up a collector\u2019s item or selling a car from your treasured collection, did you know you can ship a prized vehicle anywhere in the world with Autoshippers? Our exclusive classic car shipping<\/a> service makes sure your vintage vehicle lands safely at your required destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also assist with\nregulations and documentation to make the process as smooth and simple as\npossible. You can ship up to four vehicles in a personal container, ensuring\nthat your collection stays complete. We offer all the help you need so you can\nkeep driving into the future in your precious piece of the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact us<\/a> for more advice on shipping your classic car.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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