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![(first posted 5/7/2019) Well, it cannot be put off any longer: we’re finally coming to the Simca saga. This edition of French Deadly Sins will attempt to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/FrenchDS4_title_pic_Simca.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "French Deadly Sins (M.C. Escher Edition, Part 1): Fiat + Ford + Chrysler + Rootes = Simca, The Impossible Equation")
French Deadly Sins (M.C. Escher Edition, Part 1): Fiat + Ford + Chrysler + Rootes = Simca, The Impossible Equation
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 69 Comments(first posted 5/7/2019) Well, it cannot be put off any longer: we’re finally coming to the Simca saga. This edition of French Deadly Sins will attempt to […] -
![In 1967 I was fourteen and perhaps one of the earlier exponents of the eighties’ teenage tradition of having a Lamborghini pinup on my bedroom wall. And here it is […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/a-marz.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Lamborghini Marzal – The Heartthrob Of 1967")
Lamborghini Marzal – The Heartthrob Of 1967
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 16 CommentsIn 1967 I was fourteen and perhaps one of the earlier exponents of the eighties’ teenage tradition of having a Lamborghini pinup on my bedroom wall. And here it is […] -
![Years ago, a former manager had reintroduced an effective marketing phrase I had long forgotten from my ’80s childhood when she referred to the “Toyota jump”. Within the context of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/a-terc.webp?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1981 Toyota Corolla Tercel – Little Red Hawk")
Curbside Classic: 1981 Toyota Corolla Tercel – Little Red Hawk
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 14 CommentsYears ago, a former manager had reintroduced an effective marketing phrase I had long forgotten from my ’80s childhood when she referred to the “Toyota jump”. Within the context of […] -
Vintage Postcards: Buick Dealers In The ’50s, ’60s & ’70s
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 22 CommentsLorenz Bros. Buick Opel, Lansing, MI. -
![When I first shot this 1978 Cordoba in 2010, it was in excellent condition. It had been the then-owner’s mother’s car, an anniversary present from her husband. The daughter kept […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/a-cor5.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "15 Years Outside Has Ravaged The Roof On This Chrysler Cordoba – A Neglected Family Heirloom")
15 Years Outside Has Ravaged The Roof On This Chrysler Cordoba – A Neglected Family Heirloom
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 33 CommentsWhen I first shot this 1978 Cordoba in 2010, it was in excellent condition. It had been the then-owner’s mother’s car, an anniversary present from her husband. The daughter kept […] -
![The Corvair was a revolutionary car in a number of ways but the biggest and most lasting influence may not be so obvious. The Corvair’s rear engine and sporty handling […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/a-corvair-60-fq.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The 1960 Corvair Created A Global Design Revolution – Its Effects Can Still Be Seen")
The 1960 Corvair Created A Global Design Revolution – Its Effects Can Still Be Seen
Posted on May 6, 2025 | 20 CommentsThe Corvair was a revolutionary car in a number of ways but the biggest and most lasting influence may not be so obvious. The Corvair’s rear engine and sporty handling […] -
![We’re once again looking for contributors to join our COAL section, our long running series where readers can share their car-related experiences with a wider audience. The place to talk […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Captura-de-pantalla-2025-05-01-17.48.06-e1746227678423.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COALers Needed")
COALers Needed
Posted on May 5, 2025 | No CommentsWe’re once again looking for contributors to join our COAL section, our long running series where readers can share their car-related experiences with a wider audience. The place to talk […] -
![(first posted 7/12/2013) Let’s start a list. Name the top 10 cars least likely to be found parked at a Sam’s Club in a small city in the Midwestern U.S. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/1971LamboEspada07.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1972 Lamborghini Espada S2- An Exotic Blends In With the Locals")
Curbside Classic: 1972 Lamborghini Espada S2- An Exotic Blends In With the Locals
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 89 Comments(first posted 7/12/2013) Let’s start a list. Name the top 10 cars least likely to be found parked at a Sam’s Club in a small city in the Midwestern U.S. […] -
![(first posted 5/6/2019) The rubber-bumper MGB is an unlikely, but plucky survivor. What was once a quick, agile and attractive sports car eventually became slow, clumsy and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/LF-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1978 MGB – Determined To Survive")
Curbside Classic: 1978 MGB – Determined To Survive
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 55 Comments(first posted 5/6/2019) The rubber-bumper MGB is an unlikely, but plucky survivor. What was once a quick, agile and attractive sports car eventually became slow, clumsy and […] -
![In recent days, our Cohort contributors from Down Under have uploaded a few classic sightings, so perhaps it’s time to check out what they’ve come across. Rarest of the bunch […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/54491470617_574c7f8cd9_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "A Collection of Classic Sightings From Australia")
A Collection of Classic Sightings From Australia
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 27 CommentsIn recent days, our Cohort contributors from Down Under have uploaded a few classic sightings, so perhaps it’s time to check out what they’ve come across. Rarest of the bunch […] -
![Text by Patrick Bell. Today we have a gallery that represents big bucks if all the featured cars survived and were for sale today. The Chrysler Corporation built some engaging […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot_20250328-045230.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: Plymouths And Dodges – Sporty Mopars In The ’60s-’70s")
Vintage Snapshots: Plymouths And Dodges – Sporty Mopars In The ’60s-’70s
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 28 CommentsText by Patrick Bell. Today we have a gallery that represents big bucks if all the featured cars survived and were for sale today. The Chrysler Corporation built some engaging […] -
![During one of my weekend motorcycle rides, I came across a trailer containing a first-generation Ford Thunderbird. It was located in a more industrial area of town, possibly to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1955-Ford-Thunderbird-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1955 Ford Thunderbird – A Personal Car Of Distinction")
Curbside Classic: 1955 Ford Thunderbird – A Personal Car Of Distinction
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 13 CommentsDuring one of my weekend motorcycle rides, I came across a trailer containing a first-generation Ford Thunderbird. It was located in a more industrial area of town, possibly to […] -
![Chevrolet advertised the 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo as a “gentleman’s car,” a budget-priced personal luxury coupe laden with styling cues reminiscent of more upscale rivals. Yet, it was also […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1970-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-SS-Mecum-Auctions-T159-front-3q-left.webp?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Car Life Review: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS454 – “A Gentleman’s Bomb”")
Vintage Car Life Review: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS454 – “A Gentleman’s Bomb”
Posted on May 5, 2025 | 22 CommentsChevrolet advertised the 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo as a “gentleman’s car,” a budget-priced personal luxury coupe laden with styling cues reminiscent of more upscale rivals. Yet, it was also […] -
![(first posted 5/3/2019) Toyota is often a cautious company, generally focused on maintaining their reputation for quality and reliability and avoiding costly mistakes and unnecessary risks. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/toyota-rav4-6.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1994-2000 Toyota RAV4 – Light Trail Blazer")
Curbside Classic: 1994-2000 Toyota RAV4 – Light Trail Blazer
Posted on May 4, 2025 | 28 Comments(first posted 5/3/2019) Toyota is often a cautious company, generally focused on maintaining their reputation for quality and reliability and avoiding costly mistakes and unnecessary risks. […] -
![(first posted 5/1/2019) I’ve written the story of how my life might have been had I absconded with a 1971 Econoline from my employer, Towson Ford. That was […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CC-389-082.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic Lite: 1970 Ford Club Wagon Camper Van – Here’s What I Really Wanted in 1971")
Curbside Classic Lite: 1970 Ford Club Wagon Camper Van – Here’s What I Really Wanted in 1971
Posted on May 4, 2025 | 34 Comments(first posted 5/1/2019) I’ve written the story of how my life might have been had I absconded with a 1971 Econoline from my employer, Towson Ford. That was […]
