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![In everyone’s lives, there are a handful of moments in which the figurative lightbulb illuminates in one’s head. One of mine began illuminating in late 1979 or early 1980 when […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/roscoe-and-enos.jpg "An Introduction To Practicality, Automotive And Otherwise, Via A 1971 Ford Maverick")
An Introduction To Practicality, Automotive And Otherwise, Via A 1971 Ford Maverick
Posted on September 25, 2017 | 40 CommentsIn everyone’s lives, there are a handful of moments in which the figurative lightbulb illuminates in one’s head. One of mine began illuminating in late 1979 or early 1980 when […] -
![A CC commenter posed this question yesterday at the Camry COAL, and it made me realize that with one exception, my experiences with buying four new cars in the past […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Used-car-dealer.jpg "QOTD: “Has Anyone Actually Had a Good Dealership Experience?”")
QOTD: “Has Anyone Actually Had a Good Dealership Experience?”
Posted on September 24, 2017 | 117 CommentsA CC commenter posed this question yesterday at the Camry COAL, and it made me realize that with one exception, my experiences with buying four new cars in the past […] -
![I’m back from my rather busy holidays, re-settling into my temporary digs in Japan after two months in Europe. Pickings were quite rich in terms of Curbside Classics, so I […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_20170814_183224.jpg "CC Capsule: 1932 Peugeot 201 T Commerciale – Ultimate Re-boot")
CC Capsule: 1932 Peugeot 201 T Commerciale – Ultimate Re-boot
Posted on September 24, 2017 | 15 CommentsI’m back from my rather busy holidays, re-settling into my temporary digs in Japan after two months in Europe. Pickings were quite rich in terms of Curbside Classics, so I […] -
![Round two of the tour starts with a 1987 Citroën BX 1.6 TRI. Initially this Bertone design from the late seventies was supposed to become a Volvo, but that never […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_4823.jpg "Car Show Classics: 2017 Auto Motor Classic Day – Part Two")
Car Show Classics: 2017 Auto Motor Classic Day – Part Two
Posted on September 24, 2017 | 40 CommentsRound two of the tour starts with a 1987 Citroën BX 1.6 TRI. Initially this Bertone design from the late seventies was supposed to become a Volvo, but that never […] -
![I was able to attend more old car events than usual this summer, and the one common thread that I notice is almost all classics have been modified in one […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1964-Chev-souped-up-six.jpg "QOTD – What Modifications are You Okay With on a Classic Car?")
QOTD – What Modifications are You Okay With on a Classic Car?
Posted on September 23, 2017 | 139 CommentsI was able to attend more old car events than usual this summer, and the one common thread that I notice is almost all classics have been modified in one […] -
![Now I’ve seen it all. And I’m still trying to get my jaw off the keyboard, where it’s not doing a lot of good. I guess it was inevitable; just […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/37214751822_c8a353f83e_k.jpg "On The Go Cohort Outtake: Mercedes W124 Motorhome Conversion – In My Dreams")
On The Go Cohort Outtake: Mercedes W124 Motorhome Conversion – In My Dreams
Posted on September 23, 2017 | 18 CommentsNow I’ve seen it all. And I’m still trying to get my jaw off the keyboard, where it’s not doing a lot of good. I guess it was inevitable; just […] -
![As William Stopford stated in his 2005-2012 Acura RL article, the RL’s successor, the RLX, has not improved upon the RL’s microscopic sales figures. In fact, since going on sale […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_1049.jpg "CC Outtake: 2016 Acura RLX – Mask Of Invisibility")
CC Outtake: 2016 Acura RLX – Mask Of Invisibility
Posted on September 22, 2017 | 31 CommentsAs William Stopford stated in his 2005-2012 Acura RL article, the RL’s successor, the RLX, has not improved upon the RL’s microscopic sales figures. In fact, since going on sale […] -
![For those who have been hanging out around here for a while, it’s no secret I have had a long-term love/hate relationship with this Ford van. Perhaps one of its […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_3238.jpg "Repair & Maintenance: Exercises In Practicality For An Aging Van That Is Approaching Yard Ornament Status")
Repair & Maintenance: Exercises In Practicality For An Aging Van That Is Approaching Yard Ornament Status
Posted on September 22, 2017 | 48 CommentsFor those who have been hanging out around here for a while, it’s no secret I have had a long-term love/hate relationship with this Ford van. Perhaps one of its […] -
![Wanderlust (/’wändərˌləst/) — A strong desire to travel. In my 24 years of life, I’ve been very fortunate to have travelled a lot, both with family and friends. However, I’ve never […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thumb_IMG_6766_1024.jpg "CC Roadtrip/Driving Impressions: 2017 Renault Talisman Initiale Paris – Eurotripping The Autobahn")
CC Roadtrip/Driving Impressions: 2017 Renault Talisman Initiale Paris – Eurotripping The Autobahn
Posted on September 21, 2017 | 53 CommentsWanderlust (/’wändərˌləst/) — A strong desire to travel. In my 24 years of life, I’ve been very fortunate to have travelled a lot, both with family and friends. However, I’ve never […] -
![The highly-acclaimed musical “Hamilton” is currently playing at the CIBC Theatre (previously known as the “Bank Of America Theatre” for about five minutes, and then as the “PrivateBank Theatre” as […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/003-2003-Chevrolet-SSR-CC.jpg "In-Motion (Future) Classic: 2004 Chevrolet SSR – Two For The Show")
In-Motion (Future) Classic: 2004 Chevrolet SSR – Two For The Show
Posted on September 21, 2017 | 58 CommentsThe highly-acclaimed musical “Hamilton” is currently playing at the CIBC Theatre (previously known as the “Bank Of America Theatre” for about five minutes, and then as the “PrivateBank Theatre” as […] -
CC Clue
Posted on September 20, 2017 | 14 Comments -
![CC Cohort Ralf K shot this the other day in Tukwila, WA. He asks: “WTF, major repair job at train station parking lot? Somebody doesn’t have AAA?” Apparently not. So […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/37017609942_40a64c3d18_k.jpg "QOTD? Why Would Someone Be Repairing Their Tahoe in the Train Station Parking Lot? Where’s the Most Unusual Place You’ve Repaired a Car?")
QOTD? Why Would Someone Be Repairing Their Tahoe in the Train Station Parking Lot? Where’s the Most Unusual Place You’ve Repaired a Car?
Posted on September 20, 2017 | 72 CommentsCC Cohort Ralf K shot this the other day in Tukwila, WA. He asks: “WTF, major repair job at train station parking lot? Somebody doesn’t have AAA?” Apparently not. So […] -
![When I came across these two pictures posted by stephenpellegrino1 at the Cohort, they reminded me of a picture of similar-vintage big Chrysler Corp. sedan that CC’s Jim Cavanaugh once […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/37080346926_a41c44f882_b.jpg "Cohort Outtake: 1959 Dodge Royal, Shot in 1986 – Reminds Me of Someone’s ’59 Fury")
Cohort Outtake: 1959 Dodge Royal, Shot in 1986 – Reminds Me of Someone’s ’59 Fury
Posted on September 20, 2017 | 38 CommentsWhen I came across these two pictures posted by stephenpellegrino1 at the Cohort, they reminded me of a picture of similar-vintage big Chrysler Corp. sedan that CC’s Jim Cavanaugh once […] -
![I’ve shown you quite a few vans over the years here, original and…not. Quite a few of the latter, actually, as Eugene is a van kind of town, given quite […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/CC-336-012.jpg "CC Outtake: 1993 GMC Rally Van G1500 With Raised Rear Roof – Scenivan")
CC Outtake: 1993 GMC Rally Van G1500 With Raised Rear Roof – Scenivan
Posted on September 20, 2017 | 11 CommentsI’ve shown you quite a few vans over the years here, original and…not. Quite a few of the latter, actually, as Eugene is a van kind of town, given quite […] -
![How often do you see an Amphicar? In a desert? I caught this one at a traffic light, and the owner was kind enough to pose for a quick snapshot. […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=80,format=auto,onerror=redirect,metadata=none/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_20170918_170708.jpg "On The Go CC Outtake: Amphicar 770")
On The Go CC Outtake: Amphicar 770
Posted on September 20, 2017 | 45 CommentsHow often do you see an Amphicar? In a desert? I caught this one at a traffic light, and the owner was kind enough to pose for a quick snapshot. […]
