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![Model names are some of the most valuable assets that an automaker has: Companies spend millions of dollars per year on advertising in the hopes of building a durable brand […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Re446b9ad1b2a420f23b9944a65c51936.jpeg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Automotive History: U.S. Model Name Debasement from the 1950s to 1970s – And The First Shall Be Last")
Automotive History: U.S. Model Name Debasement from the 1950s to 1970s – And The First Shall Be Last
Posted on April 24, 2021 | 39 CommentsModel names are some of the most valuable assets that an automaker has: Companies spend millions of dollars per year on advertising in the hopes of building a durable brand […] -
COAL: 1962 Valiant, 1964 & 1970 Dodge Darts – Hot Dogs and Mustard
Posted on April 24, 2021 | 29 CommentsOld cars and stashes of old car parts go together like Calvin and Hobbes or hot dogs and mustard: the one -
![(first posted 4/23/2015) Ignore the fact that this is a ’57 Chevy, a vehicle that has transcended the mere word ‘icon’, if that’s possible. Yes, those flamboyant grafted-on Cadillac-ish fins […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Chevrolet-1957-wagon.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Curbside Classics: 1957 Chevrolet 210 and Bel Air Station Wagons – Gilding The Lily")
Curbside Classics: 1957 Chevrolet 210 and Bel Air Station Wagons – Gilding The Lily
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 56 Comments(first posted 4/23/2015) Ignore the fact that this is a ’57 Chevy, a vehicle that has transcended the mere word ‘icon’, if that’s possible. Yes, those flamboyant grafted-on Cadillac-ish fins […] -
![The image of the Camry has been rather rehabilitated, thanks to the most recent generation’s excellent dynamics as well as the passage of time. But there was something stereotypical about […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_5914.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "On The Go Outtake: Reinforcing Stereotypes, Once Again")
On The Go Outtake: Reinforcing Stereotypes, Once Again
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 18 CommentsThe image of the Camry has been rather rehabilitated, thanks to the most recent generation’s excellent dynamics as well as the passage of time. But there was something stereotypical about […] -
![Back in 1986, truck maker Ginaf (Van Ginkel’s Automobiel Fabrieken) introduced a hydropneumatic suspension system for their heavy on-/off-road vehicles. The company offered a full line of drivetrains, from 4×4 […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_9503.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "In Motion Outtakes: 2008 And 2012 Ginaf X 5250 TS – Smooth 10×4 Rides")
In Motion Outtakes: 2008 And 2012 Ginaf X 5250 TS – Smooth 10×4 Rides
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 5 CommentsBack in 1986, truck maker Ginaf (Van Ginkel’s Automobiel Fabrieken) introduced a hydropneumatic suspension system for their heavy on-/off-road vehicles. The company offered a full line of drivetrains, from 4×4 […] -
![robadr has found and posted one of the loveliest of the new European post-war cars, the Lancia Appia. Like all Lancias, it was a blend of familiar older elements (sliding […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/51122278261_f3a783bf5e_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: 1955 Lancia Appia – No Middling Car, No Middle Pillar")
Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: 1955 Lancia Appia – No Middling Car, No Middle Pillar
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 20 Commentsrobadr has found and posted one of the loveliest of the new European post-war cars, the Lancia Appia. Like all Lancias, it was a blend of familiar older elements (sliding […] -
![John K. sent me this ad, and it’s a gem. Just in time for warm spring weather, here’s a Roadmaster Roadster. And with a full four doors and plenty of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Buick-ad1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC For Sale: 1996 Buick Roadmaster “Roadster” – Seats Six In Open Air Comfort")
CC For Sale: 1996 Buick Roadmaster “Roadster” – Seats Six In Open Air Comfort
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 50 CommentsJohn K. sent me this ad, and it’s a gem. Just in time for warm spring weather, here’s a Roadmaster Roadster. And with a full four doors and plenty of […] -
![I’m on the record as saying that ‘80s styling is not my jam. It still isn’t, but there are exceptions. We’ve had two ‘80s JDM mid-size saloons this week, so […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_20210327_163919-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1988 Honda Quint Integra GSi (DA1) Notchback Saloon – Squinty McQuintface")
Curbside Classic: 1988 Honda Quint Integra GSi (DA1) Notchback Saloon – Squinty McQuintface
Posted on April 23, 2021 | 15 CommentsI’m on the record as saying that ‘80s styling is not my jam. It still isn’t, but there are exceptions. We’ve had two ‘80s JDM mid-size saloons this week, so […] -
![(first published 8/31/2011) In its last two years, Studebaker blasted more new or heavily revised vehicles out the door than at any time after World War II. The GT Hawk, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Lark-wagonaire.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Automotive History: Selling the ’63 Studebaker Wagonaire")
Automotive History: Selling the ’63 Studebaker Wagonaire
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 38 Comments(first published 8/31/2011) In its last two years, Studebaker blasted more new or heavily revised vehicles out the door than at any time after World War II. The GT Hawk, […] -
![(originally posted 8/31/2011) The early 1960s produced some beautiful cars and saw an increased offering of models and sizes, but was an extremely conventional time in terms of body styles. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/1963StudebakerWagonaire04-crop.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1963 Studebaker Lark Wagonaire – A Real Vista For The Cruiser")
Curbside Classic: 1963 Studebaker Lark Wagonaire – A Real Vista For The Cruiser
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 81 Comments(originally posted 8/31/2011) The early 1960s produced some beautiful cars and saw an increased offering of models and sizes, but was an extremely conventional time in terms of body styles. […] -
![CC reader Jeff B. sent me scans of two slides taken by his dad at the Expo 86 in Vancouver, BC. It’s clearly of a streamliner prototype from the 1930s, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/12-8-2020_023.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "QOTD: Can Anyone ID This Streamliner?")
QOTD: Can Anyone ID This Streamliner?
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 13 CommentsCC reader Jeff B. sent me scans of two slides taken by his dad at the Expo 86 in Vancouver, BC. It’s clearly of a streamliner prototype from the 1930s, […] -
![“A ’61 Plymouth and a Volkswagen Beetle had a baby, and . . .” No, wait–that’s silly. But this car is silly. Or is it an inspired stroke of genius? […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/571.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "CC For Sale: 1961 Panhard PL 17–Own Your Own Flying Saucer")
CC For Sale: 1961 Panhard PL 17–Own Your Own Flying Saucer
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 32 Comments“A ’61 Plymouth and a Volkswagen Beetle had a baby, and . . .” No, wait–that’s silly. But this car is silly. Or is it an inspired stroke of genius? […] -
![Today’s selection from the heirloom shelf is a delightful 1966 Chrysler Newport Town Sedan, from bang in the middle of my own favorite era of Chrysler design. Looking strong but […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_5587-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Junkyard Heirloom Gallery: 1966 Chrysler Newport Town Sedan")
Junkyard Heirloom Gallery: 1966 Chrysler Newport Town Sedan
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 35 CommentsToday’s selection from the heirloom shelf is a delightful 1966 Chrysler Newport Town Sedan, from bang in the middle of my own favorite era of Chrysler design. Looking strong but […] -
![There is a serious rat infestation in our neighborhood. It started years ago thanks to all the diligent backyard gardeners, open compost piles and chickens. I’ve had them in our […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_5917.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Shedside Massacre: Exterminating The Rats Under My Shed With Carbon Monoxide From My Lawnmower")
Shedside Massacre: Exterminating The Rats Under My Shed With Carbon Monoxide From My Lawnmower
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 40 CommentsThere is a serious rat infestation in our neighborhood. It started years ago thanks to all the diligent backyard gardeners, open compost piles and chickens. I’ve had them in our […] -
![There were no two ways about it. When, one fine winter morning in a local car park, I serendipitously cornered the pristine first-gen Golf (in the obligatory period-correct red/orange hue, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_20210310_095848-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&quality=89&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1979 Volkswagen Golf – Is this CC’s Favourite Car?")
Curbside Classic: 1979 Volkswagen Golf – Is this CC’s Favourite Car?
Posted on April 22, 2021 | 23 CommentsThere were no two ways about it. When, one fine winter morning in a local car park, I serendipitously cornered the pristine first-gen Golf (in the obligatory period-correct red/orange hue, […]
