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![CC reader Rob O. turned me on to what is undoubtedly the ultimate vintage photo CC car-spotting treasure trove. In 1966, artist Ed Ruscha drove along the Sunset Strip in […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1965-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Photos: A Drive Down Sunset Strip in 1966 (Part 1) – The Google Street View Prequel")
Vintage Photos: A Drive Down Sunset Strip in 1966 (Part 1) – The Google Street View Prequel
Posted on December 20, 2020 | 78 CommentsCC reader Rob O. turned me on to what is undoubtedly the ultimate vintage photo CC car-spotting treasure trove. In 1966, artist Ed Ruscha drove along the Sunset Strip in […] -
COAL: 2010 Volvo XC70 – Lessons Learned
Posted on December 20, 2020 | 24 CommentsIf there were a Twelfth Commandment it should have been, “Thou shalt not buy a used European luxury car unless thou art prepared to pay for the maintenance and repairs.” -
![(first posted 12/17/2014) As a change of pace from coverage of Motorclassica, here is an in-depth look at one of the rarer cars on show, the 1972 Chrysler by Chrysler […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/1972-Chrysler-Hardtop.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classics: 1972 Chrysler by Chrysler Hardtop – Brougham Australian Style")
Car Show Classics: 1972 Chrysler by Chrysler Hardtop – Brougham Australian Style
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 88 Comments(first posted 12/17/2014) As a change of pace from coverage of Motorclassica, here is an in-depth look at one of the rarer cars on show, the 1972 Chrysler by Chrysler […] -
![This fine color-coordinated shot of a ’63 Mercury Comet by Don Kincl reminds me that it was even slower than the Falcon, if that’s possible. The Comet shared its basic […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50727609007_0c5dba2b09_k1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: 1963 Comet – And You Thought The Falcon Was Slow?")
Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: 1963 Comet – And You Thought The Falcon Was Slow?
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 19 CommentsThis fine color-coordinated shot of a ’63 Mercury Comet by Don Kincl reminds me that it was even slower than the Falcon, if that’s possible. The Comet shared its basic […] -
![Chris Cieslak and I are continuing on our collaboration on the changing shape of cars. Today’s subject is the big Cadillac. What a curious coincidence that both the 1959 Cadillac […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Changes-cadillacs-comp-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Changing Shape Of Cadillacs: 1959 DeVille and 2020 Escalade ESV – Same Wheelbase, Length and Width")
The Changing Shape Of Cadillacs: 1959 DeVille and 2020 Escalade ESV – Same Wheelbase, Length and Width
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 47 CommentsChris Cieslak and I are continuing on our collaboration on the changing shape of cars. Today’s subject is the big Cadillac. What a curious coincidence that both the 1959 Cadillac […] -
![Driving my younger son to buy groceries every couple of weeks has its automotive benefits. The most recent wait in the parking lot yielded the quite rare 1984 Chrysler Laser […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CC-428-004.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Outtake: 1989 Merkur XR4Ti – Last Merk Standing")
Curbside Outtake: 1989 Merkur XR4Ti – Last Merk Standing
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 27 CommentsDriving my younger son to buy groceries every couple of weeks has its automotive benefits. The most recent wait in the parking lot yielded the quite rare 1984 Chrysler Laser […] -
![Paul mentioned in his most recent PD 4104 post that we had yet to review the GM PD 4106; the 4104’s immediate successor. Indeed – let’s correct that oversight, and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Greyhound7743-vi-e1607837522929.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Bus Stop Classics: 1961-1965 GM PD 4106 Intercity Coach – How Do You Replace an Icon?")
Bus Stop Classics: 1961-1965 GM PD 4106 Intercity Coach – How Do You Replace an Icon?
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 15 CommentsPaul mentioned in his most recent PD 4104 post that we had yet to review the GM PD 4106; the 4104’s immediate successor. Indeed – let’s correct that oversight, and […] -
![Some of you may recall my friend David in Clinton, Arkansas. Ever since I have known him, he has had this low mileage 142. I have always admired it since […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/a-va.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL #46 1974 Volvo 142 – Orange You Glad I Got Another One?")
COAL #46 1974 Volvo 142 – Orange You Glad I Got Another One?
Posted on December 19, 2020 | 25 CommentsSome of you may recall my friend David in Clinton, Arkansas. Ever since I have known him, he has had this low mileage 142. I have always admired it since […] -
![(first posted 12/18/2014) In 1976, the base price of this Mercedes 280C was $13,520 ($55k adjusted), $1041 more than the new 1976 Cadillac Seville. It had a 2.8L six that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/CC-225-032-1200-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1976 Mercedes 280C (W114) – Pricey Hardware")
Curbside Classic: 1976 Mercedes 280C (W114) – Pricey Hardware
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 71 Comments(first posted 12/18/2014) In 1976, the base price of this Mercedes 280C was $13,520 ($55k adjusted), $1041 more than the new 1976 Cadillac Seville. It had a 2.8L six that […] -
![Sometimes you’re just walking along minding your own business and something catches your eye that causes you to wonder aloud “What The F@%&?” This, my friends, was one of those […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_8070.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Junkyard Outtake: When The 2.5MPH Federal Bumper Standard Just Doesn’t Seem Good Enough")
Junkyard Outtake: When The 2.5MPH Federal Bumper Standard Just Doesn’t Seem Good Enough
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 16 CommentsSometimes you’re just walking along minding your own business and something catches your eye that causes you to wonder aloud “What The F@%&?” This, my friends, was one of those […] -
![Dedicated, full trailers are widely used to transport heavy machines across the country. This Volvo L70H wheel loader is sitting comfortably and safely on a 2010 Draco trailer with so […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_9187.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: Machine Carriers – Heavy Metal")
CC Global: Machine Carriers – Heavy Metal
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 20 CommentsDedicated, full trailers are widely used to transport heavy machines across the country. This Volvo L70H wheel loader is sitting comfortably and safely on a 2010 Draco trailer with so […] -
![Do you remember the compact but family capable coupé? Based on a regular family car, usually, but with the kind of styling that could go most of the way to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/20200911_143041.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Outtake: 1972 Ford Capri 1600GT – Understanding The Appeal")
Curbside Outtake: 1972 Ford Capri 1600GT – Understanding The Appeal
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 29 CommentsDo you remember the compact but family capable coupé? Based on a regular family car, usually, but with the kind of styling that could go most of the way to […] -
![Given how fundamentally similar most full-sized American cars were, it’s refreshing to see how relatively different their 1960 compacts came out, given that they all had roughly the same brief. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Valiant-1960-front-vert.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Motor Life Reviews: 1960 Valiant – “It Will Corner As Well As A Good Gran Turismo” But “Some Defects In Assembly”")
Vintage Motor Life Reviews: 1960 Valiant – “It Will Corner As Well As A Good Gran Turismo” But “Some Defects In Assembly”
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 73 CommentsGiven how fundamentally similar most full-sized American cars were, it’s refreshing to see how relatively different their 1960 compacts came out, given that they all had roughly the same brief. […] -
![Now that my youngest son is old enough to drive, it’s time to add yet another car to the Halter household. He wanted something small and sporty, with two doors […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/IMG_1409.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 2005 Chrysler Crossfire – The Undercover German")
COAL: 2005 Chrysler Crossfire – The Undercover German
Posted on December 18, 2020 | 19 CommentsNow that my youngest son is old enough to drive, it’s time to add yet another car to the Halter household. He wanted something small and sporty, with two doors […] -
![I just received an email from a documentary film maker wanting to know how get the use of this Impala coupe I posted a while back. Easier said than done, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/a-impala.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: Anyone Know Where To Find This Or Another 1978 Impala Coupe For A Movie?")
QOTD: Anyone Know Where To Find This Or Another 1978 Impala Coupe For A Movie?
Posted on December 17, 2020 | 34 CommentsI just received an email from a documentary film maker wanting to know how get the use of this Impala coupe I posted a while back. Easier said than done, […]
