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Virgil Exner designed the Plymouth XNR after leaving Chrysler.
Answer: False
Explanation: Virgil Exner designed the Plymouth XNR while he was employed at Chrysler, not after leaving the company.
Virgil Exner commissioned the XNR from Ghia alongside the Dodge Firearrow series.
Answer: True
Explanation: In addition to the XNR, Virgil Exner commissioned several other sporty, open-top, two-seat cars from Ghia, including three from the Dodge Firearrow series.
The design of the Plymouth XNR was influenced by the Jaguar E-Type.
Answer: False
Explanation: While the XNR drew inspiration from racing cars and the Jaguar D-Type, it was not directly influenced by the Jaguar E-Type.
During development, the car was briefly considered under the name 'Falcon'.
Answer: True
Explanation: The name 'Falcon' was considered for the concept car during its development but was ultimately dropped because Ford had already registered the name for their own compact car.
The XNR's side profile styling cues were derived from the Plymouth Fury.
Answer: False
Explanation: The side profile of the XNR's body incorporated exaggerated versions of the styling cues found on the first-generation Plymouth Valiant and the second-generation Dodge Lancer, not the Plymouth Fury.
The XNR featured a symmetrical design with identical seating positions.
Answer: False
Explanation: The XNR featured a distinctive asymmetric design, including non-identical seating positions, with the passenger seat positioned further back and lower than the driver's.
A full windshield was standard on the passenger side of the XNR.
Answer: False
Explanation: Instead of a full windshield, the passenger side of the XNR had a separate, smaller wind deflector mounted on the scuttle.
The XNR could be converted into a single-seater using a removable roof panel.
Answer: False
Explanation: A rigid steel tonneau cover, designed to fit over the passenger side, allowed the XNR to be converted into a single-seater configuration, not a removable roof panel.
Virgil Exner's interest in photography influenced the XNR's interior design.
Answer: True
Explanation: Reflecting Virgil Exner's passion for photography, the XNR featured glass covers over the dashboard gauges designed to resemble camera lenses, and its glove box insert was removable and could double as a camera case.
The XNR's front featured single headlamps integrated into the grille.
Answer: False
Explanation: The front of the Plymouth XNR featured quad headlamps integrated into a perforated aluminum grille.
A narrow chrome bumper was used at the rear of the XNR.
Answer: True
Explanation: The rear of the XNR was equipped with a narrow chrome cruciform bumper, featuring a main horizontal section intersected by a shorter vertical leg.
Who was the lead designer responsible for the Plymouth XNR?
Answer: Virgil Exner
Explanation: Virgil Exner, a prominent automotive designer, was the lead designer responsible for the Plymouth XNR concept car.
Which of the following vehicles served as an inspiration for the Plymouth XNR's design?
Answer: Jaguar D-Type
Explanation: The design of the Plymouth XNR was influenced by several sources, including a Studebaker Indianapolis race car and the Jaguar D-Type.
What was the origin of the name 'XNR' for the concept car?
Answer: It was derived from the designer's last name, Exner, by removing vowels.
Explanation: The name 'XNR' is a pseudo-acronym derived from the designer Virgil Exner's last name by removing the vowels.
What specific design element contributes to the XNR's asymmetric appearance?
Answer: The offset hood scoop and power bump.
Explanation: The XNR's distinctive asymmetric design is characterized by an offset hood scoop and a prominent power bump located behind it on the driver's side.
How did the passenger's seat differ from the driver's seat in the XNR?
Answer: It was positioned further back and mounted four inches lower.
Explanation: The passenger's seat in the XNR was positioned further back and mounted four inches lower than the driver's seat, contributing to the car's unique asymmetric layout.
What feature allowed the XNR to be converted into a single-seater?
Answer: A steel tonneau cover for the passenger side.
Explanation: A rigid steel tonneau cover, designed to fit over the passenger side, allowed the XNR to be converted into a single-seater configuration when desired.
How were the dashboard gauges designed to reflect Exner's interest in photography?
Answer: Both B and C
Explanation: Reflecting Virgil Exner's passion for photography, the XNR featured glass covers over the dashboard gauges designed to resemble camera lenses, and its glove box insert was removable and could double as a camera case.
What type of bumper was used at the rear of the XNR?
Answer: A narrow chrome cruciform bumper.
Explanation: The rear of the XNR was equipped with a narrow chrome cruciform bumper, featuring a main horizontal section intersected by a shorter vertical leg.
The construction of the Plymouth XNR took place in the United States.
Answer: False
Explanation: The concept cars, including the Plymouth XNR, were constructed in Italy by the renowned coachbuilder Carrozzeria Ghia.
The Plymouth XNR achieved a top speed of 146 mph in its original configuration.
Answer: True
Explanation: As it was originally constructed, the Plymouth XNR achieved a top speed of 146 miles per hour (235 km/h) during testing on Chrysler's test track.
Modifications, including a fiberglass nosecone, increased the XNR's top speed to 153 mph.
Answer: True
Explanation: After its initial testing, the XNR was fitted with a fiberglass nosecone and received additional engine modifications, which enabled it to reach a higher top speed of 153 mph (246 km/h).
The Plymouth XNR utilized the chassis and engine from the Plymouth Barracuda.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR utilized the chassis and engine sourced from the Plymouth Valiant, not the Barracuda.
The Slant-6 engine's cylinders are positioned vertically.
Answer: False
Explanation: The defining characteristic of Chrysler's Slant-6 engine is its unique configuration where the row of cylinders is inclined at a 30-degree angle from the vertical position.
The XNR was equipped with the larger 225 cubic inch Slant-6 engine.
Answer: False
Explanation: The XNR is equipped with the smaller 170 cubic inch LG model of the Slant-6 engine, chosen for its lower profile to fit beneath the car's hood.
The Hyper Pak performance package was installed on the XNR's engine.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Slant-6 engine in the Plymouth XNR was enhanced with Chrysler's Hyper Pak performance package, designed to boost its output.
The XNR's engine was a standard Slant-6, not built to any special specifications.
Answer: False
Explanation: The engine in the XNR was particularly special as it was one of only twelve Slant-6 engines built to 'NASCAR' specifications, incorporating various upgrades beyond the standard Hyper Pak kit.
The steel body of the XNR was formed by Ghia over a custom armature.
Answer: True
Explanation: The steel body of the XNR was meticulously formed by Ghia in Italy over a custom armature, or body buck, built upon a modified and shortened version of the Valiant's chassis.
The engine displacement of the Plymouth XNR was 2.8 liters.
Answer: True
Explanation: The engine powering the Plymouth XNR had a displacement of 170 cubic inches, which is equivalent to 2.8 liters.
The Plymouth XNR was equipped with an automatic transmission.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR was equipped with a 3-speed manual transmission.
The XNR utilized drum brakes measuring 10 inches in diameter.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR featured drum brakes on both the front and rear, each measuring 9.0 inches (229 mm) in diameter, not 10 inches.
The XNR's front suspension used coil springs.
Answer: False
Explanation: The front suspension of the XNR employed a double wishbone setup with torsion bar springs, not coil springs.
The Plymouth XNR stood approximately 43 inches tall.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR measured 43 inches (1,092 mm) in height.
The wheelbase of the Plymouth XNR was shorter than its overall length.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR had a wheelbase of 106.5 inches (2,705 mm) and an overall length of 195.5 inches (4,966 mm), making the wheelbase shorter than its length.
Where was the Plymouth XNR physically constructed?
Answer: Turin, Italy
Explanation: The concept cars, including the Plymouth XNR, were constructed in Italy by the renowned coachbuilder Carrozzeria Ghia.
What was the reported top speed of the Plymouth XNR after modifications and the addition of a fiberglass nosecone?
Answer: 153 mph
Explanation: After modifications including a fiberglass nosecone, the XNR achieved a top speed of 153 mph (246 km/h).
The Plymouth XNR utilized the chassis and engine from which Plymouth model?
Answer: Plymouth Valiant
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR utilized the chassis and engine sourced from the Plymouth Valiant.
What is the defining characteristic of Chrysler's Slant-6 engine?
Answer: Its cylinders are inclined at a 30-degree angle.
Explanation: The defining characteristic of Chrysler's Slant-6 engine is its unique configuration where the row of cylinders is inclined at a 30-degree angle from the vertical position.
Why was the 170 cubic inch LG model of the Slant-6 engine chosen for the XNR?
Answer: It was the only model that fit beneath the car's hood.
Explanation: The 170 cubic inch LG model of the Slant-6 engine was chosen for the XNR because its lower profile was the only one that could fit beneath the car's hood.
What performance enhancement package was fitted to the XNR's Slant-6 engine?
Answer: The Hyper Pak package
Explanation: The Slant-6 engine in the Plymouth XNR was enhanced with Chrysler's Hyper Pak performance package, designed to boost its output.
How many Slant-6 engines were built to 'NASCAR' specifications, including the one in the XNR?
Answer: Twelve
Explanation: The engine in the XNR was one of only twelve Slant-6 engines built to 'NASCAR' specifications, incorporating various upgrades beyond the standard Hyper Pak kit.
What was the overall height of the Plymouth XNR?
Answer: 43 inches
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR stood 43 inches (1,092 mm) tall.
The Plymouth XNR concept car was first publicly displayed in 1960.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR concept car made its public debut in 1960.
The primary purpose of the Plymouth XNR was to serve as a family sedan.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR was designed as a sporty concept car intended to compete with vehicles like the Chevrolet Corvette, not as a family sedan.
The Plymouth XNR was featured on the cover of Popular Mechanics magazine in May 1960.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR garnered significant attention, appearing on the cover of both Road & Track and Motor Trend magazines in May 1960, not Popular Mechanics.
The Plymouth XNR made its public debut at the 1960 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR made its debut to the public at the 1960 New York Auto Show.
Chrysler decided to put the Plymouth XNR into limited production.
Answer: False
Explanation: Chrysler ultimately decided not to put the Plymouth XNR concept car into production.
What was the Plymouth XNR primarily designed to be?
Answer: A sporty competitor to the Chevrolet Corvette.
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR was conceived as a high-performance, two-seater sports car intended to rival the Chevrolet Corvette.
Which two major automotive magazines featured the Plymouth XNR on their covers in May 1960?
Answer: Road & Track and Motor Trend
Explanation: The Plymouth XNR appeared on the cover of both Road & Track and Motor Trend magazines in May 1960.
What decision did Chrysler make regarding the production of the Plymouth XNR?
Answer: They decided not to put the concept car into production.
Explanation: Chrysler ultimately decided not to put the Plymouth XNR concept car into production.
Virgil Exner never personally drove the XNR.
Answer: False
Explanation: Virgil Exner reportedly drove the XNR himself on Chrysler's test track, reaching speeds of up to 142 mph (229 km/h).
After leaving Chrysler, the XNR was sent to Ghia in Italy for safekeeping.
Answer: True
Explanation: To prevent the unique concept car from being destroyed, Chrysler shipped the XNR back to Ghia in Italy after deciding not to produce it.
The Shah of Iran was the first owner of the XNR after it left Ghia.
Answer: False
Explanation: After being returned to Ghia, the XNR was purchased by a Swiss buyer before being sold to the Shah of Iran. Therefore, the Shah was not the first owner after Ghia.
The full restoration of the XNR was completed in 2011 in Canada.
Answer: True
Explanation: Following the Lebanese Civil War, Karim Edde arranged for the XNR to be sent to RM Restorations in Canada in 2008 for a comprehensive restoration, which was completed in 2011.
The Plymouth XNR won the Gran Turismo Trophy at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Answer: True
Explanation: In August 2011, the restored Plymouth XNR achieved significant recognition by winning the Gran Turismo Trophy at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
The Plymouth XNR sold for $935,000 at a 2012 auction.
Answer: True
Explanation: The unique Plymouth XNR concept car was sold at the RM Sotheby's Monterey auction on August 18, 2012, for a price of $935,000.
Gotham Garage built a full-scale replica of the Plymouth XNR.
Answer: True
Explanation: A full-scale replica of the Plymouth XNR was constructed by Gotham Garage, a company led by Mark Towle.
The Gotham Garage XNR replica build was featured on the show 'Pimp My Ride'.
Answer: False
Explanation: The process of building the Gotham Garage XNR replica was showcased on the Netflix series 'Car Masters: Rust to Riches,' not 'Pimp My Ride'.
The body of the Gotham Garage replica was made of steel.
Answer: False
Explanation: The body for the Gotham Garage replica of the XNR was fabricated from fiberglass by Starr Creations, not steel.
The first Gotham Garage XNR replica was donated to the Petersen Automotive Museum.
Answer: True
Explanation: Upon completion, the first XNR replica built by Gotham Garage was donated to the Petersen Automotive Museum located in Los Angeles, California.
Gotham Garage only built one replica of the Plymouth XNR.
Answer: False
Explanation: Gotham Garage constructed a second XNR replica, which was subsequently sold at the beginning of Season 3 of their television show.
Ghia presented the Asimmetrica at the 1961 Turin Motor Show.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ghia presented the Asimmetrica concept car at the 1961 Turin Motor Show.
The Asimmetrica was considered a more utilitarian version of the XNR.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Asimmetrica is described as a more subdued and refined interpretation of the XNR, incorporating production-friendly features rather than being a utilitarian version.
Virgil Exner is confirmed as the sole designer of the Asimmetrica.
Answer: False
Explanation: The exact designer of the Asimmetrica is uncertain; while Virgil Exner may have contributed initial concepts, Ghia is also credited with its creation.
The Asimmetrica included production-friendly features like door handles and a full windshield.
Answer: True
Explanation: Unlike the XNR, the Asimmetrica incorporated features such as door handles and a full windshield, making it more aligned with production vehicle standards.
The Asimmetrica retained the XNR's quad headlamp setup.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Asimmetrica modified the XNR's lighting by relocating headlamps to pods on the fender sides, resulting in a different setup than the XNR's quad headlamps integrated into the grille.
An Asimmetrica sold for $335,000 at a 2018 auction.
Answer: True
Explanation: An Asimmetrica was sold at RM Sotheby's 2018 Monterey Car Week auction for $335,000, including the buyer's fee.
The Asimmetrica sold at RM Sotheby's originally started life as a sports car.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Asimmetrica sold at RM Sotheby's originally began life as a 1960 Valiant V100 four-door sedan, not a sports car.
Who was the owner of the XNR after it was sold to the Shah of Iran?
Answer: Anwar al Mulla, a Kuwaiti car dealer
Explanation: After being acquired by the Shah of Iran, the XNR was later purchased by Anwar al Mulla, a Kuwaiti car dealer.
Where did the full restoration of the Plymouth XNR take place starting in 2008?
Answer: RM Restorations in Canada
Explanation: Following the Lebanese Civil War, Karim Edde arranged for the XNR to be sent to RM Restorations in Canada in 2008 for a comprehensive restoration.
What significant award did the restored XNR win in August 2011?
Answer: The Gran Turismo Trophy at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Explanation: In August 2011, the restored Plymouth XNR achieved significant recognition by winning the Gran Turismo Trophy at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
What was the selling price of the Plymouth XNR at the RM Sotheby's Monterey auction in August 2012?
Answer: $935,000
Explanation: The unique Plymouth XNR concept car was sold at the RM Sotheby's Monterey auction on August 18, 2012, for a price of $935,000.
Which company, led by Mark Towle, built a full-scale replica of the Plymouth XNR?
Answer: Gotham Garage
Explanation: A full-scale replica of the Plymouth XNR was constructed by Gotham Garage, a company led by Mark Towle.
The Asimmetrica, presented by Ghia in 1961, is described as a more subdued version of which car?
Answer: Plymouth XNR
Explanation: The Asimmetrica, unveiled by Ghia in 1961, is considered a more refined and subdued interpretation of the Plymouth XNR's distinctive design.
What feature did the Asimmetrica include that was generally omitted on the XNR, making it more production-like?
Answer: A full windshield
Explanation: Unlike the XNR, the Asimmetrica incorporated features such as door handles and a full windshield, making it more aligned with production vehicle standards.
What was the original vehicle type indicated by the chassis number of the Asimmetrica sold at RM Sotheby's in 2018?
Answer: A 1960 Valiant V100 four-door sedan
Explanation: The chassis number of the Asimmetrica sold at RM Sotheby's indicated that it originally began life as a 1960 Valiant V100 four-door sedan.