I remember seeing the newly introduced LaForza at the '87-'88 LA Auto Show and having to fight throught the crowd to catch a glimpse. It was easily the most attractive and luxurious SUV of its time and equipped with a V8 to boot, at time when mainstream SUV's were still truck-based and very utilitarian at the time.

Despite some glowing reviews in the car magazines, the La Forza had serious quality control issues resulting in financially debilitating recalls and ultimately, the company went under. It was an extremely good looking vehicle back then (especially the interior), but it looks quite dated by 2007 car design standards.