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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Chris O'Bryant
Posts by Chris O'Bryant
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![The luck of the Irish. Apparently I was the recipient of it, when I stumbled upon these lovely machines early in the evening on March 17th. I had no idea a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/075.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Car Show Outtakes: St. Patrick’s Day Classics, Part 1")
Car Show Outtakes: St. Patrick’s Day Classics, Part 1
Posted on April 13, 2015 | 15 CommentsThe luck of the Irish. Apparently I was the recipient of it, when I stumbled upon these lovely machines early in the evening on March 17th. I had no idea a […] -
![Like A Kid In A Candy Store. It’s an apt description of how I feel every time I enter places like this. I may be a tired adult instead of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/119.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC Shopping: A Trip To Original Parts Group")
CC Shopping: A Trip To Original Parts Group
Posted on April 3, 2015 | 29 CommentsLike A Kid In A Candy Store. It’s an apt description of how I feel every time I enter places like this. I may be a tired adult instead of […] -
![Some years back, a German classic car magazine issued a simple challenge: drive your prized classic car at least 500 miles, document the trip, and possibly win a prize. A […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/YR8A1212.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC Video: An Alpine Road Trip In A Vintage Big Block Corvette")
CC Video: An Alpine Road Trip In A Vintage Big Block Corvette
Posted on February 10, 2015 | 70 CommentsSome years back, a German classic car magazine issued a simple challenge: drive your prized classic car at least 500 miles, document the trip, and possibly win a prize. A […] -
![Vintage cars and classic tunes- they go together like burgers and milkshakes or pizza and beer. Both are reflections of our youth, and a simpler, happier, and more innocent time. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/maxresdefault.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC TV: CCs In Classic Music Videos – Part 1")
CC TV: CCs In Classic Music Videos – Part 1
Posted on January 17, 2015 | 85 CommentsVintage cars and classic tunes- they go together like burgers and milkshakes or pizza and beer. Both are reflections of our youth, and a simpler, happier, and more innocent time. […] -
My CC: 1972 Pontiac Ventura II – Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained
Posted on December 14, 2014 | 30 CommentsLife is what happens while you’re busy making other plans. A well-worn cliche’, and an apt phrase describing my aborted 1972 Pontiac Ventura street/strip project that you see here. -
CC Outtake: Datsun 280 ZX: Just The Ride For A Trip To The Dentist
Posted on December 1, 2014 | 21 CommentsThe Saturday before Thanksgiving, I had an early morning appointment for a teeth cleaning at my dental office in Torrance. Upon walking out, I spotted this lovely Far East-machine. -
![This past Friday I took a vacation day off from work to renew my license at the Department Of Motor Vehicles. Nothing serious- just a new thumbprint and photo, as […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Photo736.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes: The Burly American And The Sultry Italian")
CC Outtakes: The Burly American And The Sultry Italian
Posted on November 3, 2014 | 54 CommentsThis past Friday I took a vacation day off from work to renew my license at the Department Of Motor Vehicles. Nothing serious- just a new thumbprint and photo, as […] -
![Whether through divine intervention, good karma, or a combination of both, sometimes good things just drop into your lap, as if it were a gift from above. This truck did- […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Photo029.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "COAL: “Goldie”, My 1990 Chevrolet Cheyenne C1500 – Truly Like A Rock")
COAL: “Goldie”, My 1990 Chevrolet Cheyenne C1500 – Truly Like A Rock
Posted on October 5, 2014 | 31 CommentsWhether through divine intervention, good karma, or a combination of both, sometimes good things just drop into your lap, as if it were a gift from above. This truck did- […] -
![Change. It’s as inevitable as death and taxes. Nothing stays the same forever. Without an occasional shakeup in the routine, you’re not really living life to the fullest. What does […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Photo559.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Workplace Classics, Part 3: A Season Of Change")
Workplace Classics, Part 3: A Season Of Change
Posted on September 4, 2014 | 29 CommentsChange. It’s as inevitable as death and taxes. Nothing stays the same forever. Without an occasional shakeup in the routine, you’re not really living life to the fullest. What does […] -
![On my way to my parents’ house this past Easter, I hit up the local Pep Boys to grab some parts for my ’77 Monza. On my way out, I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Photo493.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes: Easter CC Hunt – Nova, Volvo P1800 And Even An Egg Laid By Ferrari")
CC Outtakes: Easter CC Hunt – Nova, Volvo P1800 And Even An Egg Laid By Ferrari
Posted on July 1, 2014 | 34 CommentsOn my way to my parents’ house this past Easter, I hit up the local Pep Boys to grab some parts for my ’77 Monza. On my way out, I […] -
![I’ve admired these cars from afar for the last three quarters of my life. Finally, in the summer of 2009, I consummated my three-decade, long-distance love affair with the big […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/139.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "My Curbside Classic: 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible")
My Curbside Classic: 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
Posted on May 19, 2014 | 33 CommentsI’ve admired these cars from afar for the last three quarters of my life. Finally, in the summer of 2009, I consummated my three-decade, long-distance love affair with the big […] -
CC Outtake: Buggin’ Out
Posted on April 13, 2014 | 59 CommentsSometimes an annoying situation can turn into a golden opportunity, as evidenced by my latest photo session. -
CC Outtake: Workplace Classics Part 2
Posted on February 22, 2014 | 18 CommentsAs promised, this is the follow-up to my previous blog about CCs at my job. The mouth-watering selection continues… -
CC Outtake: A Smorgasbord Of Workplace Classics
Posted on February 15, 2014 | 42 CommentsMy greatest passion after cars is food, and I found this sampling of daily-driven CCs as pleasing to the eye as a Chinese buffet is to the tummy… -
![This past week for me has been a rough one. I’ve been battling the flu since last Wednesday, and as if that isn’t bad enough, I’ve also gotten a nasty […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Photo311.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes Triple Treat: The Doctor Is In")
CC Outtakes Triple Treat: The Doctor Is In
Posted on December 14, 2013 | 23 CommentsThis past week for me has been a rough one. I’ve been battling the flu since last Wednesday, and as if that isn’t bad enough, I’ve also gotten a nasty […]
