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![Seeing this car on an Ohio highway was like being reunited with an old friend. My first car was an Audi Coupe – though mine was from the beginning of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/RR-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "In-Motion Classic: 1987 Audi Coupe GT – A Familiar Shape")
In-Motion Classic: 1987 Audi Coupe GT – A Familiar Shape
Posted on April 13, 2020 | 31 CommentsSeeing this car on an Ohio highway was like being reunited with an old friend. My first car was an Audi Coupe – though mine was from the beginning of […] -
![Family life, beautiful as it is, takes its toll on my writing time and before my second child arrives I will try to get some of my archive shots from […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20200319_152217.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes: Berlin 2019 – 2020, part 1")
CC Outtakes: Berlin 2019 – 2020, part 1
Posted on April 13, 2020 | 33 CommentsFamily life, beautiful as it is, takes its toll on my writing time and before my second child arrives I will try to get some of my archive shots from […] -
![The V8 is ingrained in American culture. It was the engine that dominated the North American automotive landscape from the 1950s to the end of the 1970s. The V8 has […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Chevrolet-small-block-cutaway.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Tech: V8 Engine Crankshafts and Firing Orders – Good Vibrations")
Curbside Tech: V8 Engine Crankshafts and Firing Orders – Good Vibrations
Posted on April 13, 2020 | 79 CommentsThe V8 is ingrained in American culture. It was the engine that dominated the North American automotive landscape from the 1950s to the end of the 1970s. The V8 has […] -
![In the “What were they thinking” file, under Nissan (it’s a big tab, that one), there lies a curious AWD contraption with a strange name. It’s not quite as disturbing […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_20200318_094236-copy.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Twofer: 1999 Nissan Rasheen Type II & Rasheen Forza – All-Weird-Drive")
CC Twofer: 1999 Nissan Rasheen Type II & Rasheen Forza – All-Weird-Drive
Posted on April 13, 2020 | 23 CommentsIn the “What were they thinking” file, under Nissan (it’s a big tab, that one), there lies a curious AWD contraption with a strange name. It’s not quite as disturbing […] -
![Today I read that the first batch of Economic Stimulus checks have been released by Uncle Sam. The entire process will apparently take several months for some reason. For those […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/GA5.1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Stimulus: Eleven Choices Well Under $3400, Blow Your Wad Here On The CCs For Sale")
Curbside Stimulus: Eleven Choices Well Under $3400, Blow Your Wad Here On The CCs For Sale
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 82 CommentsToday I read that the first batch of Economic Stimulus checks have been released by Uncle Sam. The entire process will apparently take several months for some reason. For those […] -
![(first posted 5/11/2014) The CoronoroC prototype wasn’t exactly the first time that a double-ended car was envisioned. In 1957, German motorcycle builder Zündapp unveiled their Janus, intended to improve upon […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Janus10.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Zündapp Janus: Mid-Engined, Double-Ended Production Car")
The Zündapp Janus: Mid-Engined, Double-Ended Production Car
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 32 Comments(first posted 5/11/2014) The CoronoroC prototype wasn’t exactly the first time that a double-ended car was envisioned. In 1957, German motorcycle builder Zündapp unveiled their Janus, intended to improve upon […] -
![Every anonymous car on the street has a backstory, and sleuthing it out can be part of the fun. Especially if you’re already into British mysteries and cop shows. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_0102.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Outtakes: What’s the Story, Morning Glory?")
Curbside Outtakes: What’s the Story, Morning Glory?
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 18 CommentsEvery anonymous car on the street has a backstory, and sleuthing it out can be part of the fun. Especially if you’re already into British mysteries and cop shows. […] -
![These shots by Jon O’Grady posted at the Cohort are terrific: the two long-running COE (Cab Over Engine) tilt cab trucks from Ford and Chevy, side by side and in […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49741202522_cfeeb615d7_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Classics: Ford and Chevy Tilt-Cab COE Twins Caught Together")
Cohort Classics: Ford and Chevy Tilt-Cab COE Twins Caught Together
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 58 CommentsThese shots by Jon O’Grady posted at the Cohort are terrific: the two long-running COE (Cab Over Engine) tilt cab trucks from Ford and Chevy, side by side and in […] -
![Take a look at this van. Does it look ready for the scrapyard? It’s got lots of body damage, you say? Forget about […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_51a7.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL Mini Series: Volkswagen Westfalia Part III – What a Long, Strange Trip")
COAL Mini Series: Volkswagen Westfalia Part III – What a Long, Strange Trip
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 28 CommentsTake a look at this van. Does it look ready for the scrapyard? It’s got lots of body damage, you say? Forget about […] -
![This was 1972 in Redondo Beach. There is a Eugene connection which I will explain in a future post. Note the roof of the bus in the driveway. This is […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_20200324_0006.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Curbside Snapshot: Not Eugene")
Vintage Curbside Snapshot: Not Eugene
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 14 CommentsThis was 1972 in Redondo Beach. There is a Eugene connection which I will explain in a future post. Note the roof of the bus in the driveway. This is […] -
![Had I carefully looked both ways twice before crossing a busy road, I would have most likely purchased my beloved 2011 Chevy Cruze LS at the end of the lease. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/2012-6800-Mica-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring – When Life Gives You Lemons")
COAL: 2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring – When Life Gives You Lemons
Posted on April 12, 2020 | 47 CommentsHad I carefully looked both ways twice before crossing a busy road, I would have most likely purchased my beloved 2011 Chevy Cruze LS at the end of the lease. […] -
Cohort Pic(k) of the Day: Grandiose Caravan
Posted on April 11, 2020 | 15 Commentsshot and posted by William Oliver -
In Motion Wordless Outtake: Your Ad (Or Slogan) Here
Posted on April 11, 2020 | 10 Comments(50 metric tons combo for temperature controlled transport, 2012 Scania R500 6×2 with a 2007 Pacton full trailer) -
![Parked right around the corner from each other are a couple of groovy cars on a quiet street corner in Berkeley. I can only guess that they have the same […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20190922_162307.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Outtakes: 1966 Plymouth Valiant Signet Convertible and BMW 2002 – Brothers From Different Mothers?")
Curbside Outtakes: 1966 Plymouth Valiant Signet Convertible and BMW 2002 – Brothers From Different Mothers?
Posted on April 11, 2020 | 40 CommentsParked right around the corner from each other are a couple of groovy cars on a quiet street corner in Berkeley. I can only guess that they have the same […] -
![In Germany, where Good Friday is called Karfreitag, there is a tradition at the Nürburgring to open the season for Touristenfahrten (the public driving sessions) on the Friday before Easter, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20200409_141948.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes: Good Car-Friday")
CC Outtakes: Good Car-Friday
Posted on April 11, 2020 | 15 CommentsIn Germany, where Good Friday is called Karfreitag, there is a tradition at the Nürburgring to open the season for Touristenfahrten (the public driving sessions) on the Friday before Easter, […]
