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Curbside Classic: 1968 Toyota 1600GT-5 – Corona Con Tequila

– Posted on October 9, 2026

(Updated 10/09/2026) This car was one of the nicer surprises I’ve had this year. The Fiat Abarth, the Renault Gordini and the Mini Cooper all had a Japanese cousin, and I never knew about it until I happened to meet one a couple weeks ago. One big difference is that Toyota did all their specials in-house, so unlike all these snooty European double-barreled sports cars, this Japanese one has a deceptively short moniker. Another difference is in size and prestige, which are both a bit bigger in the Toyota 1600GT’s case.

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Curbside Find: 1985 Olds Cutlass Supreme Coupe – Once There Were Millions Of These Everywhere

Paul Niedermeyer

– Posted on October 9, 2026

(Updated 10/09/2026) And now it’s an occasion to see one on the street. It was America’s sweetheart for such a long run, including several stints as the best selling car in the land; the Ford F150 of its time. And here’s one survivor, the first I’ve seen in a while, so it must be honored, even if we’ve given it full honors before.

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First Gen Renault Twingo Collection – In The Happy-Go-Lucky Zone

Johannes Dutch

– Posted on October 9, 2026

Quite a few young, light-hearted Twingo owners showcased their little Renault cult classic at the recently held, 2026 edition of the ‘Renaultoloog Meeting & Markt’ in the south of the Netherlands. Some in an incredible, original condition and many of them were heavily personalized (I’m referring to the Twingos, of course). In that regard, the first gen Twingo now falls in the same category as the good ol’ Citroën 2CV. I just let the pictures speak for themselves.

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1950s Hardtops In Vintage Photos

Rich Baron

– Posted on October 9, 2026

Text by Patrick Bell.

The hardtop body style was an American idea that was all the rage beginning in the 1950’s. They were popular sellers in both the new and used markets, and remain as favored classics to this day. We feature them today in a variety of models, so take a look and pick out a favorite or two.

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1970 Jeepster Commando Station Wagon With Its Original Toledo-Built Buick V-6 – And Its Original Paint

Aaron65

– Posted on October 9, 2026

Jeep made it easy for Buick guys to go four-wheeling for years to come, because for several years in the late 1960s and early 1970s, it installed Buick V6s and V8s in its various models. Therefore, for you Tri-Shield and/or Jeep fans, here is a decent 1970 Jeepster with a Buick-designed 225 V6 under its big, wide hood. It looks like the Centennial State’s climate has been fairly kind to the old Jeep, and it was until recently for sale on craigslist in Calhan, Colorado.

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1969 Nissan Gloria (A30) Wagon – A Dethroned Prince In All Its Glory

Tatra87

– Posted on October 9, 2026

It’s about time we had a deep dive into the 3^rd generation Gloria. We’ve had a glimpse or two before, as I encountered a few in passing or some that were already passed on, so to speak, but it took me six years to find a decent one that would cooperate and pose for the camera. Just a little patience and voilà!

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Curbside Classic: Mazda RX-7 FC3S – Middle Child Syndrome

Joe Latshaw

– Posted on October 8, 2026

Vintage R&T Review: 1972 Capri 2600 V6 – “Our Enthusiasm For This Engine Is Almost Unbounded”

Paul Niedermeyer

– Posted on October 8, 2026

(Updated 10/08/2026) It’s easy to forget what an impact the Capri made in the US, never mind the huge one in Europe. It filled a perfect hole, an affordable European sporty coupe that both the general public and genuine enthusiasts embraced. The Capri quickly jumped to the #2 selling import in 1969, ousting the Opel Kadett. It offered lively performance (with the 2.0 L four), crisp handling and a quality feel. But Ford was ready to up the ante in 1972, with a 2.6 L Cologne 60 degree V6. The result was more of the same.

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1950s Chevy and GMC Trucks: Worn Workhorses by the Road, Captured by Ralf K

Rich Baron

– Posted on October 8, 2026

Every so often, we have to revisit the sad beauty of old workhorses left unrestored and found just as they are, with decades of patina telling their story. Few vehicles make such photo-friendly subjects as GM’s Advance Design trucks—or New Design, as the GMC versions were called. And it’s even more of a treat when the images come from CC Cohort regular contributor Ralf K (Don Kincl).

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1950s Ford Dealers: Vintage Lots, Showrooms, and New Fords

Rich Baron

– Posted on October 8, 2026

Today’s gallery of vintage dealers pays a visit to Ford in the late 1940s early 1950s. Most of these images date from 1950 to 1952, capturing Ford dealers, their lots, and plenty of shiny new Fords at the height of the “shoebox” era. The 1949 generation was a big deal, ushering in Ford’s first truly postwar design and setting the tone for the early 1950s. There are also some 1951 Ford trucks in the mix, adding some variety to today’s display.

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My 1999 Honda Accord EX coupe — Honda Excellence in a More Satisfying Package

gdwriter

– Posted on October 8, 2026

Although I almost immediately considered leasing my 1995 Honda Accord LX coupe a mistake — and still do — I had no such regrets about replacing it with another Accord coupe. Except one. More on that later.

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1964 Pontiac Catalina Ventura: When Choosing A Favorite Big Pontiac, Why Not A ’64?

Aaron65

– Posted on October 8, 2026

Twenty-five years ago, I was entering my mid-twenties and hell bent on finding a Pontiac Catalina two-door hardtop. Youth is filled with hope, but there were plenty of hitches in my scheme, not the least of which being that I was broke and living with my parents. Another was deciding what model year I liked best, and this may have been a taller hurdle than the first. One thing I knew is that I didn’t really like the 1964 Catalina, and looking back, that just doesn’t make any sense.

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Classic CARmentary: 1999 Volvo S80 T6 Sedan — Volvo Goes Beyond the Box

Adam Dixon

– Posted on October 7, 2026

This was Volvo’s bold step away from the boxy shapes that had defined the brand for decades, and back in 1999, the sleek new S80 looked like a very different kind of Volvo. It was also a very good car, even if it wasn’t particularly my kind of car. Volvos have never been the cars that leave the biggest impression on me (Sorry), but I still remember the 1999 S80—and oddly enough, it’s the stereo I remember most. It turned out I wasn’t the only one who remembered it.

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Curbside Classic: 1973 Ford Ranchero Squire – The Pickup Car Goes Luxury

Eric703

– Posted on October 7, 2026

(Updated 10/07/2026) Car-based pickups will always cause me to look twice… but one with fake wood trim? Well, that’s enough to slam on the brakes and take some pictures. Which is just what happened when I came across this 1973 Ford Ranchero Squire. This is perhaps the quintessential odd vehicle… straddling the line between car and pickup, though really neither, but then donning the Di-Noc woodgrain trim then popular with large station wagons. Even its name is a mixture of disparate elements. Ranchero – a Spanish (and southwestern US) term for a rancher – combined with Squire – an English country gentleman.

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1962 Mazda R360 Coupé – Start Small

Tatra87

– Posted on October 7, 2026

Any well-known carmaker’s first car should always be a cause for celebration. Many are too old or rare to be readily encountered on the street, of course. It’s not exactly convenient to drive an Oldsmobile Curved Dash or a 1904 Rolls-Royce in today’s traffic. This tiny oddball is just serviceable enough to be out and about 60-plus years after it rolled off the production line, enabling us to get up close and personal with the very first Mazda car.

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