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![CC Cohort John Lloyd posted this shot of himself and his brother with the family ’51 Ford in the background. Back in 2013, I invited readers to send snapshots of […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/5291857255_d2ee102728_o.jpg "Cohort Kids: Jim and I, 1952 – Got A “CC Kids” Picture and Story?")
Cohort Kids: Jim and I, 1952 – Got A “CC Kids” Picture and Story?
Posted on May 28, 2019 | 5 CommentsCC Cohort John Lloyd posted this shot of himself and his brother with the family ’51 Ford in the background. Back in 2013, I invited readers to send snapshots of […] -
![The latest Toyota Corolla has been heavily praised for its newfound dynamic zest. Suddenly, the dullest compact is one of the most satisfying to drive and part of that is […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/torsion-beam-rear-suspension.jpg "CC Newsstand: The Resurgence of Torsion Beam Rear Suspensions")
CC Newsstand: The Resurgence of Torsion Beam Rear Suspensions
Posted on May 28, 2019 | 63 CommentsThe latest Toyota Corolla has been heavily praised for its newfound dynamic zest. Suddenly, the dullest compact is one of the most satisfying to drive and part of that is […] -
![When I was a kid in the seventies, the 1965-1973 Volvo N88-series already had the looks of a classic (as in really old) truck. I didn’t like it back then, […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_7969.jpg "Truck Stop Classic: 1967 Volvo N88 6×2 Flatbed Truck – Timber!")
Truck Stop Classic: 1967 Volvo N88 6×2 Flatbed Truck – Timber!
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 29 CommentsWhen I was a kid in the seventies, the 1965-1973 Volvo N88-series already had the looks of a classic (as in really old) truck. I didn’t like it back then, […] -
![As I pulled up to a light last week, I spied a heavily laden little brown Datsun pickup in the adjoining lane so immediately whipped out my phone to start […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_3186.jpg "CC On-The-Go Outtake: 1982 Datsun 720 (Turbo?) Diesel Pickup")
CC On-The-Go Outtake: 1982 Datsun 720 (Turbo?) Diesel Pickup
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 20 CommentsAs I pulled up to a light last week, I spied a heavily laden little brown Datsun pickup in the adjoining lane so immediately whipped out my phone to start […] -
![Are General Motors and Nissan currently struggling to build momentum? For General Motors, Cadillac remains stagnant, with their sedan lineup constantly changing in ways that don’t seem beneficial. Chevrolet has […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190425_152041.jpg "Curbside Classic Visits The 2019 New York International Auto Show, Part 3: General Motors And Nissan")
Curbside Classic Visits The 2019 New York International Auto Show, Part 3: General Motors And Nissan
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 20 CommentsAre General Motors and Nissan currently struggling to build momentum? For General Motors, Cadillac remains stagnant, with their sedan lineup constantly changing in ways that don’t seem beneficial. Chevrolet has […] -
![My ’66 F100’s dash has become a repository of kiddie toys found in the dirt or under decks of my rentals. I’m doing a bit of landscaping and yesterday I […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-392-020.jpg "CC Find/QOTD: My Latest Addition To Found Objects On My Dash – What’s On Your Dash?")
CC Find/QOTD: My Latest Addition To Found Objects On My Dash – What’s On Your Dash?
Posted on May 26, 2019 | 36 CommentsMy ’66 F100’s dash has become a repository of kiddie toys found in the dirt or under decks of my rentals. I’m doing a bit of landscaping and yesterday I […] -
![As I drove though the intersection of Polk and 18th, I spotted a little dark car heading west on 18th towards me. As it came closer and stopped for the […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-392-012.jpg "On The Go Outtake: 1971 Toyota Corolla – Where Did You Come From?")
On The Go Outtake: 1971 Toyota Corolla – Where Did You Come From?
Posted on May 26, 2019 | 7 CommentsAs I drove though the intersection of Polk and 18th, I spotted a little dark car heading west on 18th towards me. As it came closer and stopped for the […] -
![Heading home from a Sunday outing, I passed by a familiar car in front of a speed shop / garage that’s painted up as a police car when I spotted […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/20190505_175846-e1557149255320.jpg "CC Outtakes: From Rampage to Studebaker to Ranchero")
CC Outtakes: From Rampage to Studebaker to Ranchero
Posted on May 25, 2019 | 19 CommentsHeading home from a Sunday outing, I passed by a familiar car in front of a speed shop / garage that’s painted up as a police car when I spotted […] -
![Say Volkswagen Caddy in North America and folks think of a classic small pickup, fully based on the first generation of the Rabbit/Golf. In Europe though, the model name is […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_8144.jpg "Truck Show Outtake: 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0 SDI – Cool Paint Job On The Paint Shop’s Van")
Truck Show Outtake: 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0 SDI – Cool Paint Job On The Paint Shop’s Van
Posted on May 25, 2019 | 8 CommentsSay Volkswagen Caddy in North America and folks think of a classic small pickup, fully based on the first generation of the Rabbit/Golf. In Europe though, the model name is […] -
![Introduced in 1980, the North American Ford Escort (not to be confused with the car of the same name that was available in Europe since 1968) was an instant hit […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/thumb_IMG_9499_1024.jpg "CC Outtake: Getting Stuck Behind a 1985½ Ford Escort L – Literally")
CC Outtake: Getting Stuck Behind a 1985½ Ford Escort L – Literally
Posted on May 24, 2019 | 43 CommentsIntroduced in 1980, the North American Ford Escort (not to be confused with the car of the same name that was available in Europe since 1968) was an instant hit […] -
CC Outtakes: Automotive Oddities of North Texas, Spring Edition
Posted on May 24, 2019 | 26 CommentsAhh… The weather is warm, there’s a lovely breeze outside, and the Curbside Classics have come out of hibernation here in North Texas. -
![Paul and other contributors in various parts of the country with more car-friendly climates have no shortage of great CCs that end up here. I was in northern California […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4002.jpg "CC’s Under My Nose: Neighborhood Walkabout")
CC’s Under My Nose: Neighborhood Walkabout
Posted on May 23, 2019 | 25 CommentsPaul and other contributors in various parts of the country with more car-friendly climates have no shortage of great CCs that end up here. I was in northern California […] -
![If a mainstream truck maker doesn’t build a vehicle that can take full advantage of the existing legislation, you’ll have to ask a customizer to help you out. And then […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_8107.jpg "CC Global: 2019 Ginaf X6 4243 S – Desperado, The Blazing Asphalt Hauler")
CC Global: 2019 Ginaf X6 4243 S – Desperado, The Blazing Asphalt Hauler
Posted on May 23, 2019 | 8 CommentsIf a mainstream truck maker doesn’t build a vehicle that can take full advantage of the existing legislation, you’ll have to ask a customizer to help you out. And then […] -
![Please pardon some of the wonky shots – these were taken in motion, at the back of a motorbike. I have just been through a relatively acute Fintail binge (post […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_20190521_132140-copy.jpg "In-Motion Classic: 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 S (W116) – Drive-By CC Effect")
In-Motion Classic: 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 S (W116) – Drive-By CC Effect
Posted on May 22, 2019 | 11 CommentsPlease pardon some of the wonky shots – these were taken in motion, at the back of a motorbike. I have just been through a relatively acute Fintail binge (post […] -
![Change is hard. Whether you like minivans, compact coupes or full-size, rear-wheel-drive sedans, or even just a humble compact or mid-size with a domestic nameplate on it, it’s an unavoidable […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/some-crossovers.jpg "CC Editorial: Don’t Be Afraid Of Crossing Over – 14 Crossovers Worth Celebrating")
CC Editorial: Don’t Be Afraid Of Crossing Over – 14 Crossovers Worth Celebrating
Posted on May 22, 2019 | 102 CommentsChange is hard. Whether you like minivans, compact coupes or full-size, rear-wheel-drive sedans, or even just a humble compact or mid-size with a domestic nameplate on it, it’s an unavoidable […]
