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![Some of my favorite things about returning to Flint, and to Michigan, in the summer for vacation are getting to experience many tastes that are specific to this state and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_2417-1968-Pontiac-GTO-side-profile-CC.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1968 Pontiac GTO – Redpop!")
Curbside Classic: 1968 Pontiac GTO – Redpop!
Posted on July 14, 2020 | 68 CommentsSome of my favorite things about returning to Flint, and to Michigan, in the summer for vacation are getting to experience many tastes that are specific to this state and […] -
![I showed you dozens and dozens of driveways in my neighborhood a few months ago, a sea of boring Corollas, Subarus, Volvos, Hondas, and a few old pickups and such. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/CC-420-037.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Driveway Outtake: The Glaring McLaren Exception In My Neighborhood")
Driveway Outtake: The Glaring McLaren Exception In My Neighborhood
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 25 CommentsI showed you dozens and dozens of driveways in my neighborhood a few months ago, a sea of boring Corollas, Subarus, Volvos, Hondas, and a few old pickups and such. […] -
![(first posted 7/10/2014) Well, not really. “Dystopian” maybe not be the most apt descriptor of a car which sold well, formed the foundation of the Mustang’s 1980s revival and remains […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/photo-2-4.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1981 Ford Fairmont Futura Wagon – Dystopian Family Hauler?")
Curbside Classic: 1981 Ford Fairmont Futura Wagon – Dystopian Family Hauler?
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 109 Comments(first posted 7/10/2014) Well, not really. “Dystopian” maybe not be the most apt descriptor of a car which sold well, formed the foundation of the Mustang’s 1980s revival and remains […] -
![US Federal Safety Standard FMVSS-215 went into effect on September 1, 1972 (a Friday, in case you were curious). This standard mandated that all vehicles be able to take an […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_1091.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Capsule: 1974 Ford Maverick – Peak Bumper")
Curbside Capsule: 1974 Ford Maverick – Peak Bumper
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 74 CommentsUS Federal Safety Standard FMVSS-215 went into effect on September 1, 1972 (a Friday, in case you were curious). This standard mandated that all vehicles be able to take an […] -
Car Carrier of the Day: A Mixed Load of ’64s from FoMoCo
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 19 CommentsI’m pretty sure this is a “roll-on” transporter, which were used for short distance trips, as they were much quicker to load and unload, but could carry fewer cars. -
![That title is of course meant to be taken in a sarcastic vein, not to imply that I believe that the RAM 1500 truck series is struggling, it isn’t; if […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_2873-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Review: 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel Crew Cab 4×4 – The Struggle Is Real, Folks")
Curbside Review: 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel Crew Cab 4×4 – The Struggle Is Real, Folks
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 54 CommentsThat title is of course meant to be taken in a sarcastic vein, not to imply that I believe that the RAM 1500 truck series is struggling, it isn’t; if […] -
![CC hunting at night is not usually very successful. This exceptional Isuzu Bellett coupé is the exception that proved the rule. Well, what it really is, is it shows that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_20200522_220137-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1971 Isuzu Bellett 1800 GT – Not Undercover Of The Night")
Curbside Classic: 1971 Isuzu Bellett 1800 GT – Not Undercover Of The Night
Posted on July 13, 2020 | 26 CommentsCC hunting at night is not usually very successful. This exceptional Isuzu Bellett coupé is the exception that proved the rule. Well, what it really is, is it shows that […] -
![posted by mncarspotter In addition to the Golf Syncro, VW also made a version with high ground clearance, bull bar and a few other off-road accoutrements. The 4WD system in […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/49922301468_fca15d11af_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: VW Golf Country – The German Subaru That Never Made It To The US")
Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: VW Golf Country – The German Subaru That Never Made It To The US
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 11 Commentsposted by mncarspotter In addition to the Golf Syncro, VW also made a version with high ground clearance, bull bar and a few other off-road accoutrements. The 4WD system in […] -
![FTF, a Dutch truck maker of yore, used Detroit Diesel two-stroke V6 and V8 engines in their heavy trucks and tractors. Until 1979, when a new Motor Panels cab was […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/themes/arras162/images/thumbnail.png "CC Video: Detroit Diesel 6V-71 And 8V-71 – Some Screaming Jimmies’ House Concerts Abroad")
CC Video: Detroit Diesel 6V-71 And 8V-71 – Some Screaming Jimmies’ House Concerts Abroad
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 11 CommentsFTF, a Dutch truck maker of yore, used Detroit Diesel two-stroke V6 and V8 engines in their heavy trucks and tractors. Until 1979, when a new Motor Panels cab was […] -
![(first posted 6/22/2014) “Wax on, wax off.” One of the most famous movie lines of all time, first shown on the silver screen exactly 30 years ago on June 22, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/1-wax-on-wax-off-karate-kid-600.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Cinema: Cars of The Karate Kid")
CC Cinema: Cars of The Karate Kid
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 40 Comments(first posted 6/22/2014) “Wax on, wax off.” One of the most famous movie lines of all time, first shown on the silver screen exactly 30 years ago on June 22, […] -
![VanLife is hotter than ever, as the pandemic has made them the way to go, just about anywhere. I’m seeing more older camper vans from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/CC-420-017.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Outtake: #VanLife In The Seventies")
Curbside Outtake: #VanLife In The Seventies
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 15 CommentsVanLife is hotter than ever, as the pandemic has made them the way to go, just about anywhere. I’m seeing more older camper vans from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s […] -
![I’ve had this one in the can for over a year now and after holding out to try and find a first-year example am finally giving up and giving this […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_2306.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Recycling: 1981 Chevrolet Citation – How Many Could Still Be Left Out There?")
Curbside Recycling: 1981 Chevrolet Citation – How Many Could Still Be Left Out There?
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 81 CommentsI’ve had this one in the can for over a year now and after holding out to try and find a first-year example am finally giving up and giving this […] -
Car Carrier of the Day: 1968 Pontiacs
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 19 Comments -
![I was very lucky to stumble on a house that was 1) within walking distance of work, 2) next door to my best friends, and 3) had a four car […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/JJL_7879.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: My 1988 Mazda RX-7, And The Curse Of Merely Good")
COAL: My 1988 Mazda RX-7, And The Curse Of Merely Good
Posted on July 12, 2020 | 33 CommentsI was very lucky to stumble on a house that was 1) within walking distance of work, 2) next door to my best friends, and 3) had a four car […] -
Cohort Sighting: The smart Spare
Posted on July 11, 2020 | 34 Comments(first posted 6/23/2014) Why carry a spare tire on the back of one’s RV when a spare car fits almost as well? Posted at the Cohort by Johnh875.
