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Curbside Classics Archives
Curbside Classics – Asian Brands Archive
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![December 26th is known as Boxing Day in the United Kingdom and many former colonies like Canada. Traditionally it was a time to give a small gift (or Christmas box) […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Subaru-Vivio-Bistro-4a.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: Subaru Vivio Bistro – Boxster Day Find")
Curbside Classic: Subaru Vivio Bistro – Boxster Day Find
Posted on January 11, 2017 | 22 CommentsDecember 26th is known as Boxing Day in the United Kingdom and many former colonies like Canada. Traditionally it was a time to give a small gift (or Christmas box) […] -
![The ‘80s are not my favourite decade of the last centrury, nor are Toyotas my number one automotive fantasy, but one should take a moment (and a few snaps) when […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/20161225_104632.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 1981 Toyota Corolla 3-Door Wagon – Too Beige, Or Not Too Beige?")
CC Capsule: 1981 Toyota Corolla 3-Door Wagon – Too Beige, Or Not Too Beige?
Posted on January 4, 2017 | 27 CommentsThe ‘80s are not my favourite decade of the last centrury, nor are Toyotas my number one automotive fantasy, but one should take a moment (and a few snaps) when […] -
![They say imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. But where does imitation stop and where does caricature begin? Probably in Japan. If you’ve ever seen a Mitsuoka, you’ll […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/mitsuoka_Galue-6.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2007 Mitsuoka Galue MkIII — Bentley/Cadillac Tribute Band Goes Off Key")
Curbside Classic: 2007 Mitsuoka Galue MkIII — Bentley/Cadillac Tribute Band Goes Off Key
Posted on December 14, 2016 | 57 CommentsThey say imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. But where does imitation stop and where does caricature begin? Probably in Japan. If you’ve ever seen a Mitsuoka, you’ll […] -
![China is where, in one form or another and for one reason or another, old cars are shipped. Many cars are recycled for their steel, while others find their mechanicals […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/faw-f1-3.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Capsule: 2008-10 FAW F1 – All Cars Go To China")
Curbside Capsule: 2008-10 FAW F1 – All Cars Go To China
Posted on December 1, 2016 | 38 CommentsChina is where, in one form or another and for one reason or another, old cars are shipped. Many cars are recycled for their steel, while others find their mechanicals […] -
![As you know, I have something of a liking for strange cars from the land of the rising sun. That weird blend of seemingly endless money and technological prowess that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/30400271870_d8e7c7b9f3_z.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Classic: 2001 Toyota Crown Majesta – The People’s Century")
Cohort Classic: 2001 Toyota Crown Majesta – The People’s Century
Posted on November 8, 2016 | 23 CommentsAs you know, I have something of a liking for strange cars from the land of the rising sun. That weird blend of seemingly endless money and technological prowess that […] -
![(first posted 3/17/2011) What would a maker and restorer of old violins drive? For the last twenty five thirty years that is. And what would he live in, also for […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/CC-30-002-801.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1985 Toyota Tercel Wagon: Built For The Really Long Haul")
Curbside Classic: 1985 Toyota Tercel Wagon: Built For The Really Long Haul
Posted on October 30, 2016 | 39 Comments(first posted 3/17/2011) What would a maker and restorer of old violins drive? For the last twenty five thirty years that is. And what would he live in, also for […] -
![We all have a white whale. An obsession, what makes us go where we would not and ask questions we shouldn’t, what gives life its zest (and its disappointments). My […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/S0104011.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "In-Motion Classic: Toyota Crown Royal Extra Estate – Wrong White Whale")
In-Motion Classic: Toyota Crown Royal Extra Estate – Wrong White Whale
Posted on October 28, 2016 | 45 CommentsWe all have a white whale. An obsession, what makes us go where we would not and ask questions we shouldn’t, what gives life its zest (and its disappointments). My […] -
![(first posted 5/9/2012) About thirty years ago, Toyota pickups such as our featured CC were everywhere. And why not? They were tough, efficient, and hauled a fair amount of stuff. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/05-01-2012-007-e1336520290206.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1982 Toyota Truck – When Compact Pickups Roamed The Land")
Curbside Classic: 1982 Toyota Truck – When Compact Pickups Roamed The Land
Posted on August 21, 2016 | 70 Comments(first posted 5/9/2012) About thirty years ago, Toyota pickups such as our featured CC were everywhere. And why not? They were tough, efficient, and hauled a fair amount of stuff. […] -
![Mazda’s RX-7 FD was developed during the heady days of the Japanese real-estate bubble. The Japanese were flush with cash and their domestic automakers catered to this new-found affluence with […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/IMG_0906.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Cartoon Character: Mazda RX-7 FD Drift Racer")
Curbside Cartoon Character: Mazda RX-7 FD Drift Racer
Posted on June 14, 2016 | 21 CommentsMazda’s RX-7 FD was developed during the heady days of the Japanese real-estate bubble. The Japanese were flush with cash and their domestic automakers catered to this new-found affluence with […] -
![A couple of weeks ago, Jim Brophy visited the lemon lot at Yokota Airbase and provided a good overview of the kinds of cars that are often purchased by American […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/IMG_0919.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Japanese Classic: Subaru B4 “Blitzen”")
Japanese Classic: Subaru B4 “Blitzen”
Posted on June 6, 2016 | 27 CommentsA couple of weeks ago, Jim Brophy visited the lemon lot at Yokota Airbase and provided a good overview of the kinds of cars that are often purchased by American […] -
![It is proving to be harder than I ever imagined to find great curbside classics in Japan. I’ve thought a lot about the reasons why and the only reasonable explanation […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0887.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Cute-Ute: The Nissan Sunny GB120")
Curbside Cute-Ute: The Nissan Sunny GB120
Posted on May 26, 2016 | 20 CommentsIt is proving to be harder than I ever imagined to find great curbside classics in Japan. I’ve thought a lot about the reasons why and the only reasonable explanation […] -
![It seems like there is a never-ending stream of niche vehicles that find their way to Australia hoping they will catch on, such as this over-engined (a whopping 1000 cc […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Suzuki-Wagon-Rplus-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: Monday Morning Rarities – Suzuki Wagon R+")
CC Capsule: Monday Morning Rarities – Suzuki Wagon R+
Posted on May 23, 2016 | 20 CommentsIt seems like there is a never-ending stream of niche vehicles that find their way to Australia hoping they will catch on, such as this over-engined (a whopping 1000 cc […] -
![(first posted 3/27/2011) For some odd reason’ I find myself drawn to summer time shots this morning, despite their strong shadows. Before the advent of factory extended cab small […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/CC-45-057-800.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic Capsule: 1977 Toyota Cortez Sleeper Cab Pickup")
Curbside Classic Capsule: 1977 Toyota Cortez Sleeper Cab Pickup
Posted on May 17, 2016 | 17 Comments(first posted 3/27/2011) For some odd reason’ I find myself drawn to summer time shots this morning, despite their strong shadows. Before the advent of factory extended cab small […] -
![How often is it that we get the chance to drive the same car (or in this case, a mechanically identical one) as the very first one we owned? To answer […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_5542.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Future CC/Driving Impressions: 2005 Lexus RX330 – Rollin’ Like The Desperate Housewives")
Future CC/Driving Impressions: 2005 Lexus RX330 – Rollin’ Like The Desperate Housewives
Posted on May 6, 2016 | 62 CommentsHow often is it that we get the chance to drive the same car (or in this case, a mechanically identical one) as the very first one we owned? To answer […] -
![(first posted 7/31/2012) Fast, sexy, and exotic. None of these words have ever been used to describe the Datsun 210. Homely, reliable, and adequate have likely been used more often […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Datsun-210-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: The Humble But Well-Travelled Datsun 210")
Curbside Classic: The Humble But Well-Travelled Datsun 210
Posted on April 29, 2016 | 51 Comments(first posted 7/31/2012) Fast, sexy, and exotic. None of these words have ever been used to describe the Datsun 210. Homely, reliable, and adequate have likely been used more often […]
