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![(first posted 9/28/2017) Kewanee, Illinois is recognized as the “Hog Capital of the World,” and actually was just that back in the late 1940s when the town processed […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1981_bremen-minimark_RF.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Capsule: 1981 Bremen Mini Mark – That Time When VW-based Kit Cars Roamed the Land")
Curbside Capsule: 1981 Bremen Mini Mark – That Time When VW-based Kit Cars Roamed the Land
Posted on September 28, 2023 | 73 Comments(first posted 9/28/2017) Kewanee, Illinois is recognized as the “Hog Capital of the World,” and actually was just that back in the late 1940s when the town processed […] -
![(first posted 9/26/2017) Most cars made after around 1980 leave me cold, but there are exceptions. The 1998-2002 Maserati 3200 GT is one of those. I remember […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_20170814_133313.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 1999 Maserati 3200 GT – The Trident’s Return To Form")
CC Capsule: 1999 Maserati 3200 GT – The Trident’s Return To Form
Posted on September 28, 2023 | 36 Comments(first posted 9/26/2017) Most cars made after around 1980 leave me cold, but there are exceptions. The 1998-2002 Maserati 3200 GT is one of those. I remember […] -
![What is it about a Chevelle? It’s a fair assumption that an average red-blooded car-loving American will likely refer to some Chevelle in the 1968-1972 range of model years as […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PXL_20230917_152457080.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu – There’s Something About A Chevelle")
Car Show Classic: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu – There’s Something About A Chevelle
Posted on September 28, 2023 | 64 CommentsWhat is it about a Chevelle? It’s a fair assumption that an average red-blooded car-loving American will likely refer to some Chevelle in the 1968-1972 range of model years as […] -
![Pencils down, everyone. Enough with the history lessons, time for some whitewall fun! The 1960s were a time of unprecedented cultural change, and that is reflected even in something as […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1967-Corvette.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Automotive History – The History of Whitewall Tires, Part 4: 1964 though 1969 – The Wild ’60s")
Automotive History – The History of Whitewall Tires, Part 4: 1964 though 1969 – The Wild ’60s
Posted on September 28, 2023 | 36 CommentsPencils down, everyone. Enough with the history lessons, time for some whitewall fun! The 1960s were a time of unprecedented cultural change, and that is reflected even in something as […] -
![It’s been a minute since we’ve had a good look at the short wheelbase Landie on CC, so here’s one I found on an appropriately sunny day, albeit many miles […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_20220620_101904_edited.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1986 Santana Land Rover 88 Super – The Iberian Cousin")
Curbside Classic: 1986 Santana Land Rover 88 Super – The Iberian Cousin
Posted on September 28, 2023 | 7 CommentsIt’s been a minute since we’ve had a good look at the short wheelbase Landie on CC, so here’s one I found on an appropriately sunny day, albeit many miles […] -
![(first posted 9/27/2017) A couple months ago, I posted about the Citroën Méhari, a rather brilliant little plastic-bodied thing that was based on the 2CV and had […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_20170816_183425.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1977 Renault Rodéo 6 – If You Can’t Beat ‘Em…")
Curbside Classic: 1977 Renault Rodéo 6 – If You Can’t Beat ‘Em…
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 25 Comments(first posted 9/27/2017) A couple months ago, I posted about the Citroën Méhari, a rather brilliant little plastic-bodied thing that was based on the 2CV and had […] -
![(first posted 9/27/2017) Debbie and I try to do a fast four-mile one-hour walk every day after she gets home from work and on weekends. Neither […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/50Buick1-e1506376823647.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Three Red CCs From the 1950s (Well, one is a 1949, and one could be a 1960, but they’re all red)")
Three Red CCs From the 1950s (Well, one is a 1949, and one could be a 1960, but they’re all red)
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 35 Comments(first posted 9/27/2017) Debbie and I try to do a fast four-mile one-hour walk every day after she gets home from work and on weekends. Neither […] -
![Here’s a curious pair by canadiancatgreen at the Cohort, capturing two different ages of the Pontiac saga. I believe the red and black one is a 1956 Chieftain, although the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/52981487232_344318e91f_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: 1956 Pontiac Chieftain & 1986 Pontiac Fiero – Two Ages Of Pontiac")
Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: 1956 Pontiac Chieftain & 1986 Pontiac Fiero – Two Ages Of Pontiac
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 6 CommentsHere’s a curious pair by canadiancatgreen at the Cohort, capturing two different ages of the Pontiac saga. I believe the red and black one is a 1956 Chieftain, although the […] -
![Today’s gallery is devoted to Cadillac owners of the past. You’ll notice the proud stances and the satisfaction in their ownership. Their joy is often evident, though occasionally looking a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot_20230923-175629.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: The Pride And Joy Of Cadillac Owners – Heyday Of The “Standard Of The World”")
Vintage Snapshots: The Pride And Joy Of Cadillac Owners – Heyday Of The “Standard Of The World”
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 44 CommentsToday’s gallery is devoted to Cadillac owners of the past. You’ll notice the proud stances and the satisfaction in their ownership. Their joy is often evident, though occasionally looking a […] -
![When we left Part 2 in 1942, whitewall tires were slowly starting to fade from manufacturers’ ads as part of the buildup to World War II. For today’s installment, we […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_3573.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Automotive History – The History of Whitewall Tires, Part 3: 1946 through 1963 – The Golden Age of Whitewall Tires")
Automotive History – The History of Whitewall Tires, Part 3: 1946 through 1963 – The Golden Age of Whitewall Tires
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 26 CommentsWhen we left Part 2 in 1942, whitewall tires were slowly starting to fade from manufacturers’ ads as part of the buildup to World War II. For today’s installment, we […] -
![Working and moving. That’s what the second half of the 1990s was to me. We were putting on a lot of miles and as awesome as the Yellow Toyota pickup […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_20221127_0020-1.jpeg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL 12: 1989 Mazda B2200 – Mini Trucking Yet Again")
COAL 12: 1989 Mazda B2200 – Mini Trucking Yet Again
Posted on September 27, 2023 | 13 CommentsWorking and moving. That’s what the second half of the 1990s was to me. We were putting on a lot of miles and as awesome as the Yellow Toyota pickup […] -
![(first posted 5/12/2013) Suburbans are jacks of all trades, capable of playing so many varied roles. One like this taught me the valuable lessons of the limits of vehicle dynamics […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/CC-43-022-800.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1966 Chevrolet Suburban – Finding The “Sport” In SUV")
Curbside Classic: 1966 Chevrolet Suburban – Finding The “Sport” In SUV
Posted on September 26, 2023 | 47 Comments(first posted 5/12/2013) Suburbans are jacks of all trades, capable of playing so many varied roles. One like this taught me the valuable lessons of the limits of vehicle dynamics […] -
![(first posted 9/26/2017) The 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville has gotten its share of attention on CC and at the Cohort, and in Classic Car magazines. In […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/DSCN8787.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville – Flamboyant Survivor")
Curbside Classic: 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville – Flamboyant Survivor
Posted on September 26, 2023 | 95 Comments(first posted 9/26/2017) The 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville has gotten its share of attention on CC and at the Cohort, and in Classic Car magazines. In […] -
![Here is a brief gallery of parking lots around America. Decades vary, locations too, and of course, the vehicles. A few of these came with information, either in date or […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screenshot_20230819-032127.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: A Brief Visit To Parking Lots Of The Past")
Vintage Snapshots: A Brief Visit To Parking Lots Of The Past
Posted on September 26, 2023 | 28 CommentsHere is a brief gallery of parking lots around America. Decades vary, locations too, and of course, the vehicles. A few of these came with information, either in date or […] -
![We’ve had a lot of CC posts about the Previa. Could we just squeeze in one more? I’m inclined to say yes, provided it’s a little one. A little post, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_20230617_110348_edited.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 1998 Toyota Estima Lucida Eluceo – Humpty Dumpty On A Diet")
CC Capsule: 1998 Toyota Estima Lucida Eluceo – Humpty Dumpty On A Diet
Posted on September 26, 2023 | 16 CommentsWe’ve had a lot of CC posts about the Previa. Could we just squeeze in one more? I’m inclined to say yes, provided it’s a little one. A little post, […]
