Ford Mustang II
The Mustang II was smaller and very different from earlier Mustangs. People criticized how it looked. Thankfully there were those people who loved it for its fuel efficiency, affordability, and sporty style, because we think its compact size is great.
Pontiac Aztek
Too many people thought the Aztek was ugly. And yes, its unusual shape turned heads for all the wrong reasons. But true fans loved it for camping trips and the practicality that came with a roomy, reliable car. Today, it has a cult following for its boldness.
Chevrolet HHR
The HHR was a retro wagon that looked a little funny. But it had its fans. It had a roomy interior, quirky personality, and a friendly vibe that made it a winner. People also loved it for its style, utility, and charm despite its rather unusual looks.
Ford Ranchero
The Ranchero was a mix between a car and a pickup truck. Yes, it looked strange. But, like other weird cars, it had its fans. It combined utility and comfort, and could haul cargo while still feeling like a car. Today, collectors love the unique concept.
Honda Element
The Element’s boxy shape both turned heads and divided opinions. Fans loved it because it was practical, pet-friendly, and adventure-ready. It also had removable panels on the inside, and the roomy space was great for camping trips and hauling just about anything.
Ford Econoline
The first-gen Econoline vans were boxy and a bit too utilitarian for most people. But they were practical for work or camping. They were weird to look at, sure, but they were extremely functional. Today, they’re loved for their retro charm and practicality.
Oldsmobile Toronado
The Toronado was all front-wheel drive and weird styling. But, it had a smooth ride, luxury feel, and bold design, and fans love it. Its uniqueness attracted people who wanted a car that was a mix of comfort and innovation.
Jeep Cherokee XJ
The Cherokee XJ had that boxy and utilitarian styling that some people thought was odd. But fans loved how durable it was. It had off-road capability and practicality, and quickly became a cult favorite for SUV lovers who wanted something tough.
Saturn SC
The Saturn SC Coupe was small, practical, and a little bit quirky. People loved its reliability, unique styling, and simple ownership experience that came with owning one. It had a devoted fanbase that just loved the uniqueness of the coupe.
Oldsmobile Firenza
Oldsmobile’s Firenza was small, quirky, and slightly awkward. But it had fans who loved how affordable, practical, and reliable it was. And that unusual styling didn’t stop people from appreciating its charm, even if it was forgotten for a while.
Chevrolet Lumina APV
The Chevrolet Lumina APV looked way ahead of its time. Some thought it was odd, but fans loved how roomy it was, its practicality, and that it was family-friendly. It rightfully earned a loyal following of people who loved space and versatility in their cars.
Ford Tempo
The Ford Tempo is not a name you hear very often. It’s pretty much forgotten now. But there are some Ford fans who love the Tempo. Yes, it looks odd and has boxy styling, but it’s also an affordable and functional compact car that was pretty popular when it first came out.
Buick Reatta Convertible
The Reatta Convertible was sleek and slightly odd. It was a roadster, and admired by Buick fans who loved its unique styling. It was a comfortable ride, and most people loved the exclusivity of owning one. But it wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea. People forgot it even existed.
GMC Tracker
The Tracker was a small SUV with quirky proportions. Yes, it had off-road capability, but not everyone was crazy about the way it looked. It took a while, but it did become popular with people who wanted a compact but very capable little adventure vehicle.
Buick Skylark
The later Buick Skylarks just looked odd. They had odd proportions, and this scared buyers away. Only true Buick fans loved the comfort and smooth ride of the Skylark, and it gained a loyal following for its practicality and that familiar Buick feel.
Chevrolet Vega
The Chevy Vega had a small and quirky look that wasn’t everyone’s favorite. But Chevy fans loved its simple mechanics and affordability. It was the car that proved that just because a car is different doesn’t mean it’s not practical and worthy of some love.
Studebaker Avanti
The Avanti looked futuristic back in the early ‘60s. It had a sleek body and unique curves that were way ahead of its time. It didn’t look like anything else on the road, and that’s what fans loved about it. It didn’t last long, but it’s now a collector’s dream.
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
Pontiac’s Bonneville SSEi stood out for its sporty touches and unique styling. It was big, powerful, and had tons of personality. Fans of the Bonneville loved the balance of luxury and performance even though it looked unusual. Sometimes, unusual is a good thing.
Chrysler Crossfire
The Crossfire had strange curves and sharp lines that made it stand out from other cars on the road. While some people thought it looked odd, fans loved how sporty it looked. It was also pretty rare, so owning one was special and unique.
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The later models of the Chevy Monte Carlo had people divided. They had NASCAR-inspired styling and bold curves, and not everyone loved how it looked. Owners, however, loved the car’s unique vibe and its connection to racing culture. It’s now considered a collector’s item.
Dodge Dart
The Dodge Dart had the styling and proportions of a compact car. Fans just loved it for being affordable, reliable, and super fun to drive. Its unusual look gave it character, and it had a loyal following among drivers who wanted something different from the usual big cars that were so popular at the time.
Ford Torino
The Ford Torino had odd shapes and flashy trims for the ‘70s. But, it also had muscle car personality that made people want to own one. It stood out from other cars, and later gained pop culture fame when it appeared in the movie Gran Torino.
Lincoln Continental Mark III
The Mark III was huge, bold, and stylish in its own way. It had a long hood and unique grille that stood out, and not everyone appreciated it. Fans loved how luxurious it was, and it became a symbol of how a bold design is not always a bad thing.
Dodge Magnum
The Magnum was a unique car with muscle car DNA. People either liked how it looked, or they didn’t. It had bold styling, and a powerful stance, but it was the strong engines under the hood that really caught people’s attention.
Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
The Caprice Wagon was big, boxy, and not very sleek. It looked odd to most people, except those fans who loved its roomy interior and practicality. They became road trip legends in America, and fans still look back on them fondly after all these years.
Cadillac Allante
The Allante was Cadillac’s quirky roaster with an Italian design. It had unusual styling for a Cadillac, and fans of the brand appreciated the mix of European flair and American luxury. It was short-lived, but it had a cult-like following among collectors.
Chevrolet Nomad
Chevy’s two-door Nomad had unusual wagon styling. But it combined sporty flair with practicality, and that’s what fans loved about its unique design. It was a cherished classic that was admired for its bold, fun, and very distinctive American look.
Mercury Cougar
The Mercury Cougar had a sleek and modern design that was quite different to earlier models. Some people weren’t sure what to make of it, but fans appreciated that sporty styling and fun driving experience. It may be forgotten now, but it still has a fan base.
AMC Eagle
The Eagle was one of the very first crossover wagons way before crossovers were even popular. It had an odd mix of car and SUV styling that was unique. Fans loved the all-wheel drive and practicality, and it had a loyal fan base of owners who loved its spirit.
Ford Flex
Ford’s Flex looked like a long, boxy shoebox on wheels. People just didn’t understand its design. But there were fans who loved how comfortable and roomy it was. It was great for road trips, and it had a strong following for its cool weirdness.
Chevrolet El Camino
The Chevy El Camino was half car, half truck. It confused people at first. But, after a few years, it had a fan base of people who came to love the style. You could cruise like a car and haul like a truck. We can’t think of anything better.
Lincoln Blackwood
The Blackwood was Lincoln’s luxury pickup that looked strange but felt special. It had some bold styling and a fancy interior that made it stand out in a world of trucks. It was unique, and fans loved it even though it didn’t sell well.
AMC Pacer
The Pacer looked like a rolling bubble. Some people laughed at its size and shape, but no one could deny that it was comfortable and roomy. It was also easy to drive and stood out everywhere it went. It became a much-loved quirky classic.
Plymouth Barracuda
The first Barracuda had a massive rear window that looked pretty unusual at the time. But fans loved its fastback style and sporty personality. Later models became muscle car legends, and those early ones still have a special place with fans.
AMC Gremlin
The Gremlin had a stubby shape and funny look that made it unforgettable. People laughed at it, but fans loved how simple it was. It had great fuel economy and became a cult classic that people still love for its quirky personality and character.
