28. Ford Bronco
Even though O.J. Simpson rode in a white Bronco during his infamous live highway chase, he’s obviously not a real mobster. But the Ford Bronco played a major role in criminal activities South of the Border. In fact, entire generations of Mexican and Colombian drug traffickers used Broncos for delivering drugs and checking on convoys in remote parts of Central America.
The Bronco was compact, making it maneuverable on and off the road. The small dimensions meant the interior was cramped, but buyers loved it nonetheless. Soon sales numbers went through the roof. The second and third generations were even more successful than the first since they were bigger, more comfortable, and came with upgraded equipment and a bigger list of options.
Despite solid sales, Ford decided to retire the Bronco in 1996 to concentrate on pickup trucks and SUVs. However, fans of the Bronco were and still are quite vocal to see the legendary off-roader again. So finally, last year Ford announced that the Bronco will return by 2020 in a new form with the same spirit and appeal.