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![Even as I photographed this car, I was dreading having to write it up. I had seen these before many times and read up a few brief things on them, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20190911_142057-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1999 Toyota Progrès NC 250 – Bland On The Run")
Curbside Classic: 1999 Toyota Progrès NC 250 – Bland On The Run
Posted on December 13, 2019 | 12 CommentsEven as I photographed this car, I was dreading having to write it up. I had seen these before many times and read up a few brief things on them, […] -
![I was in college when the second-generation Mitsubishi Eclipse made its debut for model year ’95. Having been a fan of the previous, first-generation of Diamond-Star coupes (which also included […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/045-1995-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-CC.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "In-Motion Classic: 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse – Red With Envy")
In-Motion Classic: 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse – Red With Envy
Posted on December 11, 2019 | 14 CommentsI was in college when the second-generation Mitsubishi Eclipse made its debut for model year ’95. Having been a fan of the previous, first-generation of Diamond-Star coupes (which also included […] -
![Imagine you are shopping for a car in Japan 30 years ago. You are keen to purchase a fairly large car – none of those noisy, gutless kei contraptions for […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191115_123316-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1988 Toyota Crown (S130) Deluxe – The Hairshirt Special")
Curbside Classic: 1988 Toyota Crown (S130) Deluxe – The Hairshirt Special
Posted on December 9, 2019 | 17 CommentsImagine you are shopping for a car in Japan 30 years ago. You are keen to purchase a fairly large car – none of those noisy, gutless kei contraptions for […] -
![Welcome to one of the coolest car museums around. Hope you enjoy the tour, just like Jim Klein and I did last October. The term “Megaweb” has always left me […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191026_134430-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Museum Classics: Toyota Megaweb Fantasy Garage (Part 1) – The Toyotas")
Museum Classics: Toyota Megaweb Fantasy Garage (Part 1) – The Toyotas
Posted on December 7, 2019 | 21 CommentsWelcome to one of the coolest car museums around. Hope you enjoy the tour, just like Jim Klein and I did last October. The term “Megaweb” has always left me […] -
![Ah, the late ‘90s. When life was simpler and cars were deadly dull. Maybe not quite as dull as the early ‘90s, but still about as exciting as a glass […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191119_144613-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 2000 Nissan March (K11) Rumba by Autech – Dancing With The Uglier Of The March Sisters")
CC Capsule: 2000 Nissan March (K11) Rumba by Autech – Dancing With The Uglier Of The March Sisters
Posted on December 6, 2019 | 13 CommentsAh, the late ‘90s. When life was simpler and cars were deadly dull. Maybe not quite as dull as the early ‘90s, but still about as exciting as a glass […] -
![I spent eight years in the tropics, where the seasons are either scorching and sunny or steamy and wet. I am therefore really enjoying my first autumn in Japan. Cool […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191114_101315-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "In-Motion Outtake: 1970 Nissan Skyline 2000GT (C10) – Heaven Sent")
In-Motion Outtake: 1970 Nissan Skyline 2000GT (C10) – Heaven Sent
Posted on November 25, 2019 | 11 CommentsI spent eight years in the tropics, where the seasons are either scorching and sunny or steamy and wet. I am therefore really enjoying my first autumn in Japan. Cool […] -
![Kei cabover pickups and vans are not the most stylish vehicles on the JDM, usually. It’s not part of their brief. They’re strictly business, with very few exceptions. To find […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191103_144224-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1982 Mazda Porter Cab – Back When Kei Trucks Looked Cool")
Curbside Classic: 1982 Mazda Porter Cab – Back When Kei Trucks Looked Cool
Posted on November 23, 2019 | 10 CommentsKei cabover pickups and vans are not the most stylish vehicles on the JDM, usually. It’s not part of their brief. They’re strictly business, with very few exceptions. To find […] -
![Ah, Lexus. Although it needs no formal introduction, it’s difficult even mentioning the brand without highlighting its significance as one of the greatest automotive success stories in history. Prominently debuting […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/wJOzQ0hR8e4HinULeTWqA_thumb_123.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1992 Lexus LS 400 – The Industry’s Greatest Hit Of The Last 50 Years?")
Curbside Classic: 1992 Lexus LS 400 – The Industry’s Greatest Hit Of The Last 50 Years?
Posted on November 21, 2019 | 88 CommentsAh, Lexus. Although it needs no formal introduction, it’s difficult even mentioning the brand without highlighting its significance as one of the greatest automotive success stories in history. Prominently debuting […] -
![What do you call a Toyopet found in the wild? A Toyoferal? This 2nd generation Corona, which looks like a mini imitation-crab American mid-‘50s design, is the first Toyopet I’ve […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191014_120919-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1963 Toyopet Corona 1500 Deluxe (T20) – Strike Two")
Curbside Classic: 1963 Toyopet Corona 1500 Deluxe (T20) – Strike Two
Posted on November 19, 2019 | 32 CommentsWhat do you call a Toyopet found in the wild? A Toyoferal? This 2nd generation Corona, which looks like a mini imitation-crab American mid-‘50s design, is the first Toyopet I’ve […] -
![I was elated to find this little gem on the dark side of a Tokyo street recently. You don’t run into a 1st generation Corolla everyday, even in Japan. But […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191026_212341-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1969 Toyota Corolla (E10) Deluxe Wagon – Little Car With A Big Future")
Curbside Classic: 1969 Toyota Corolla (E10) Deluxe Wagon – Little Car With A Big Future
Posted on November 17, 2019 | 15 CommentsI was elated to find this little gem on the dark side of a Tokyo street recently. You don’t run into a 1st generation Corolla everyday, even in Japan. But […] -
![I’m almost ashamed to say it: I had no idea the Stagea existed. My knowledge of cars becomes pretty scattered around the 1990 mark, especially for non-European models. I know […]](https://i2.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191103_153043-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1999 Nissan Stagea RS Four – One Unicorn Just Won’t Do")
Curbside Classic: 1999 Nissan Stagea RS Four – One Unicorn Just Won’t Do
Posted on November 14, 2019 | 23 CommentsI’m almost ashamed to say it: I had no idea the Stagea existed. My knowledge of cars becomes pretty scattered around the 1990 mark, especially for non-European models. I know […] -
![You can hail till you’re blue in the face, none of these will be taking you home. This is where taxis come to rest and rust, no longer fit for […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191017_101127-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Junkyard Classics: Toyota Crown Comfort & Nissan Cedric – JDM Taxi Graveyard")
Junkyard Classics: Toyota Crown Comfort & Nissan Cedric – JDM Taxi Graveyard
Posted on November 12, 2019 | 16 CommentsYou can hail till you’re blue in the face, none of these will be taking you home. This is where taxis come to rest and rust, no longer fit for […] -
![I… just… cannot. No, this one is just too out there for me. Hard to believe this came out 20 years ago, though. It seems like it either crawled out […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191002_125940-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic / Design History: 2001 Toyota WiLL Vi – The Reverse Of Cant")
Curbside Classic / Design History: 2001 Toyota WiLL Vi – The Reverse Of Cant
Posted on November 6, 2019 | 21 CommentsI… just… cannot. No, this one is just too out there for me. Hard to believe this came out 20 years ago, though. It seems like it either crawled out […] -
![Objectively, there’s a lot to like about the Lexus SC430. There’s Lexus’ superlative reliability and build quality, a creamy smooth 4.3 V8, a secure and convenient folding roof and the […]](https://i2.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/lexus-sc430-4.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2002-10 Lexus SC430 – Personal Luxury Convertible")
Curbside Classic: 2002-10 Lexus SC430 – Personal Luxury Convertible
Posted on November 6, 2019 | 35 CommentsObjectively, there’s a lot to like about the Lexus SC430. There’s Lexus’ superlative reliability and build quality, a creamy smooth 4.3 V8, a secure and convenient folding roof and the […] -
![(First Posted November 2, 2013) Was it rust or ricers that brought so many 1980s Corollas to their unfortunate demise here in Indiana? These cars were certainly hardy enough to […]](https://i1.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/88ToyotaCorollaFX1jg.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1988 Toyota Corolla FX – Not Even Broken In Yet")
Curbside Classic: 1988 Toyota Corolla FX – Not Even Broken In Yet
Posted on October 30, 2019 | 42 Comments(First Posted November 2, 2013) Was it rust or ricers that brought so many 1980s Corollas to their unfortunate demise here in Indiana? These cars were certainly hardy enough to […]
