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Curbside Classics Archives
Auto-Biography Archive
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![As a teen in the Los Angeles suburbs and then a college man on the California Central Coast, cars and driving were my two (main) passions. My Dad (and now […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_4978-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The In-Motion Outtakes Of A Late ’80’s College Boy: They Called Me Shaky Hand Jim")
The In-Motion Outtakes Of A Late ’80’s College Boy: They Called Me Shaky Hand Jim
Posted on August 24, 2019 | 34 CommentsAs a teen in the Los Angeles suburbs and then a college man on the California Central Coast, cars and driving were my two (main) passions. My Dad (and now […] -
![(first posted 6/5/2013) Introduction: this is about my 1986 300E and how I came to have it. It’s a long story, and has a lot of non-car related content, having […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CC-190-039-950.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography: 1986 Mercedes 300E and the Birth Of KVEA and Telemundo – Dreams Fulfilled, Dreams Dashed")
Auto-Biography: 1986 Mercedes 300E and the Birth Of KVEA and Telemundo – Dreams Fulfilled, Dreams Dashed
Posted on July 8, 2019 | 53 Comments(first posted 6/5/2013) Introduction: this is about my 1986 300E and how I came to have it. It’s a long story, and has a lot of non-car related content, having […] -
![My attitude to the first ding in a new car has really changed. I used to get a bit upset about it; now I rather welcome it. It means I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CC-393-077.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Van Chronicles: The First Ding")
Van Chronicles: The First Ding
Posted on June 18, 2019 | 23 CommentsMy attitude to the first ding in a new car has really changed. I used to get a bit upset about it; now I rather welcome it. It means I […] -
![(first posted 6/16/2013. Larry Squires died a few years back) This post was inspired by Jim Cavanaugh’s moving Father’s Day homage to his father’s 1969 Ford LTD. The original idea […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Ford-1936-bus-coupe.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Cars Of Our Fathers (Or Father In Law, In This Case)")
The Cars Of Our Fathers (Or Father In Law, In This Case)
Posted on June 16, 2019 | 31 Comments(first posted 6/16/2013. Larry Squires died a few years back) This post was inspired by Jim Cavanaugh’s moving Father’s Day homage to his father’s 1969 Ford LTD. The original idea […] -
![(click images for larger view) I’m documenting the build of our 2017 Promaster 2500 159″ wheelbase van into a self-contained camper to share my experiences and my approach to its […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-380-044.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "My Promaster Van Build: Rear Entry, Hidden Bath/Shower, and a Few Other Unusual Details")
My Promaster Van Build: Rear Entry, Hidden Bath/Shower, and a Few Other Unusual Details
Posted on May 29, 2019 | 101 Comments(click images for larger view) I’m documenting the build of our 2017 Promaster 2500 159″ wheelbase van into a self-contained camper to share my experiences and my approach to its […] -
![It’s been 25 years since the original Ford three speed manual transmission in my ’66 F100 was replaced by a Borg-Warner T85 with Overdrive. So given the need to do […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CC-388-036.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: These Came Out Of My F100’s Transmission – Should I be Worried? (Update: Probably Not)")
QOTD: These Came Out Of My F100’s Transmission – Should I be Worried? (Update: Probably Not)
Posted on April 18, 2019 | 29 CommentsIt’s been 25 years since the original Ford three speed manual transmission in my ’66 F100 was replaced by a Borg-Warner T85 with Overdrive. So given the need to do […] -
![The interesting article Paul wrote recently on the demise of American full size cars was excellent food for thought for me. His follow up QOTD’s on picking a big […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/1977-Catalina-Back.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography: The Big Cars (And Others) Of My Grandfather")
Auto-Biography: The Big Cars (And Others) Of My Grandfather
Posted on April 16, 2019 | 21 CommentsThe interesting article Paul wrote recently on the demise of American full size cars was excellent food for thought for me. His follow up QOTD’s on picking a big […] -
![A number of you have shown us the cars you’ve owned for years and how you’ve improved them with time. I don’t have the time or energy for that (except […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CC-359-091.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "House Of A Lifetime: 25 Years of Change")
House Of A Lifetime: 25 Years of Change
Posted on March 5, 2019 | 60 CommentsA number of you have shown us the cars you’ve owned for years and how you’ve improved them with time. I don’t have the time or energy for that (except […] -
![Just when did BMW transition from being the enthusiast’s ultimate driving machine to the hot fashion accessory brand? The 1990s? The 00s? Maybe as early as the late 1980s? Not […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CC-382-046.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic/Auto-Biography – 1980 BMW 320i – When BMW Became The Ultimate Fashion Accessory")
Curbside Classic/Auto-Biography – 1980 BMW 320i – When BMW Became The Ultimate Fashion Accessory
Posted on February 17, 2019 | 59 CommentsJust when did BMW transition from being the enthusiast’s ultimate driving machine to the hot fashion accessory brand? The 1990s? The 00s? Maybe as early as the late 1980s? Not […] -
![(first posted 2/2/2014) It is cold outside. It has been extremely cold many days and nights this month. School and work has been cancelled and my wife and I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/icescrape.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Frozen")
Frozen
Posted on February 4, 2019 | 55 Comments(first posted 2/2/2014) It is cold outside. It has been extremely cold many days and nights this month. School and work has been cancelled and my wife and I […] -
![(As a follow-up to our recent van trip to Arizona, here’s one from 2011 when we took our Dodge Chinook on its last long trip) My family will confirm that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/CC-Glacier-157-800.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography: Glacier And Bust – Zen And The Art Of Roadside RV Repairs")
Auto-Biography: Glacier And Bust – Zen And The Art Of Roadside RV Repairs
Posted on February 2, 2019 | 52 Comments(As a follow-up to our recent van trip to Arizona, here’s one from 2011 when we took our Dodge Chinook on its last long trip) My family will confirm that […] -
![What exactly is the appeal in heading off in a van into the desert for a few weeks with no defined itinerary? It’s the closest thing to freedom that I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/CC-380-045.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Van Tripping Chronicles: 4300 Miles Through Arizona, Nevada and California")
Van Tripping Chronicles: 4300 Miles Through Arizona, Nevada and California
Posted on January 28, 2019 | 57 CommentsWhat exactly is the appeal in heading off in a van into the desert for a few weeks with no defined itinerary? It’s the closest thing to freedom that I […] -
![I visited my older brother and his family over this past Thanksgiving holiday, and it brought back a lot of memories: great, not-so-great, funny, embarassing, etc. Not having any kids […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Chevy-Collage-CC-edit.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography: Three Young Brothers, Three Small Chevys")
Auto-Biography: Three Young Brothers, Three Small Chevys
Posted on November 30, 2018 | 40 CommentsI visited my older brother and his family over this past Thanksgiving holiday, and it brought back a lot of memories: great, not-so-great, funny, embarassing, etc. Not having any kids […] -
![(Here’s wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving. And here’s a story for you when things get a little slow. ) I need to be more careful of what I wish […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/CC-376-069.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography: Derrick Cave – Probing the Promaster’s Off-Road Capabilities (and Thankful To Have Made It Back)")
Auto-Biography: Derrick Cave – Probing the Promaster’s Off-Road Capabilities (and Thankful To Have Made It Back)
Posted on November 22, 2018 | 39 Comments(Here’s wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving. And here’s a story for you when things get a little slow. ) I need to be more careful of what I wish […] -
![This should have happened a year ago, but you know how it is. I’ve been so engrossed with our new van, I rather forgot about the old Dodge Chinook moldering […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/CC-375-034.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Auto-Biography/QOTD: The Dodge Chinook Finally Drives Off – What Do You Miss The Most and Least of a Former Vehicle?")
Auto-Biography/QOTD: The Dodge Chinook Finally Drives Off – What Do You Miss The Most and Least of a Former Vehicle?
Posted on November 7, 2018 | 53 CommentsThis should have happened a year ago, but you know how it is. I’ve been so engrossed with our new van, I rather forgot about the old Dodge Chinook moldering […]
