Ford

If you do not know Ford either you were living under a rock or you were born yesterday. Founded by Henry Ford, who simultaneously created the middle class, the $5 a day wage, the Fordist mode of production and the amazing Model T - all in one go. It's easy to see why the company is described by Forbes magazine as "the most important industrial company in the history of the United States."

From the 1932 Ford Five-Window Coupe to the 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake diecast model car, Ford is one brand that has stood the test of time.