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![I generally avoid trying to criticize other folks’ rides, or their modifications, but when I first spotted this Explorer a ways directly ahead of me, it looked rather bizarre, due […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-392-015.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "On The Go Outtake: Ford Explorer Sport With Ill-Fitting Wheels and Tires – Narrow Gauge")
On The Go Outtake: Ford Explorer Sport With Ill-Fitting Wheels and Tires – Narrow Gauge
Posted on May 30, 2019 | 28 CommentsI generally avoid trying to criticize other folks’ rides, or their modifications, but when I first spotted this Explorer a ways directly ahead of me, it looked rather bizarre, due […] -
![Unlike past new car purchases where it was a “is it time for a new car or not?”, I knew my lease end on my 2016 BMW 228i xDrive was […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Brendans-2019-BMW-430i-xDrive.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 2019 BMW 430i xDrive (F32) – Life’s Too Short Not To Drive What Brings You Happiness")
COAL: 2019 BMW 430i xDrive (F32) – Life’s Too Short Not To Drive What Brings You Happiness
Posted on May 30, 2019 | 66 CommentsUnlike past new car purchases where it was a “is it time for a new car or not?”, I knew my lease end on my 2016 BMW 228i xDrive was […] -
![Heavy tow trucks, those massive lumps of metal in luminous colors, have always intrigued me. Like this duo, representing the top segment of European on-road tow trucks, all set-up to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_7968.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2014 Volvo FMX 8×4 And 2019 Scania S650 6×2 – Your Crash Their Cash")
CC Global: 2014 Volvo FMX 8×4 And 2019 Scania S650 6×2 – Your Crash Their Cash
Posted on May 30, 2019 | 11 CommentsHeavy tow trucks, those massive lumps of metal in luminous colors, have always intrigued me. Like this duo, representing the top segment of European on-road tow trucks, all set-up to […] -
![(ED: Tim Finn is a serious photographer, and these shots are absolutely superb. If you love vintage machinery of any kind, don’t pass this one by. And make sure to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1966SnoGo.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The 2019 Oregon Vintage Motorcyclists Show, Part 1 – Even If You’re Not a Bike Person You’ll Love the Photography")
The 2019 Oregon Vintage Motorcyclists Show, Part 1 – Even If You’re Not a Bike Person You’ll Love the Photography
Posted on May 30, 2019 | 14 Comments(ED: Tim Finn is a serious photographer, and these shots are absolutely superb. If you love vintage machinery of any kind, don’t pass this one by. And make sure to […] -
![(click images for larger view) I’m documenting the build of our 2017 Promaster 2500 159″ wheelbase van into a self-contained camper to share my experiences and my approach to its […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-380-044.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "My Promaster Van Build: Rear Entry, Hidden Bath/Shower, and a Few Other Unusual Details")
My Promaster Van Build: Rear Entry, Hidden Bath/Shower, and a Few Other Unusual Details
Posted on May 29, 2019 | 101 Comments(click images for larger view) I’m documenting the build of our 2017 Promaster 2500 159″ wheelbase van into a self-contained camper to share my experiences and my approach to its […] -
![It’s hard for me to believe, but it’s been almost three years with my 2016 BMW 228i xDrive, meaning its lease-end is fast approaching. I’ll just say that I’ve loved […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/thumb_6763498D-0333-4121-BEF5-A65CD24F59DC_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL Update/QOTD: Time For My Next Car – What Did I Get?")
COAL Update/QOTD: Time For My Next Car – What Did I Get?
Posted on May 29, 2019 | 41 CommentsIt’s hard for me to believe, but it’s been almost three years with my 2016 BMW 228i xDrive, meaning its lease-end is fast approaching. I’ll just say that I’ve loved […] -
![The next post scheduled this morning is a write-up of my Promaster van build, which has turned into my longest post ever, and likely any at CC ever. As a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/47925649723_b46a333758_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Classic: Peugeot J7 Van – Precursor To My Promaster or My Promaster Van Build Post?")
Cohort Classic: Peugeot J7 Van – Precursor To My Promaster or My Promaster Van Build Post?
Posted on May 29, 2019 | 3 CommentsThe next post scheduled this morning is a write-up of my Promaster van build, which has turned into my longest post ever, and likely any at CC ever. As a […] -
![Subsequent to the acquisition of land from France known as the Louisiana Purchase, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned an exploration of this new territory. The group, known as the Corps of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/DSC_0200.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "In Motion Classic: 1960 Chrysler New Yorker – Saluting Sergeant Floyd")
In Motion Classic: 1960 Chrysler New Yorker – Saluting Sergeant Floyd
Posted on May 29, 2019 | 40 CommentsSubsequent to the acquisition of land from France known as the Louisiana Purchase, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned an exploration of this new territory. The group, known as the Corps of […] -
![CC Cohort John Lloyd posted this shot of himself and his brother with the family ’51 Ford in the background. Back in 2013, I invited readers to send snapshots of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/5291857255_d2ee102728_o.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Kids: Jim and I, 1952 – Got A “CC Kids” Picture and Story?")
Cohort Kids: Jim and I, 1952 – Got A “CC Kids” Picture and Story?
Posted on May 28, 2019 | 5 CommentsCC Cohort John Lloyd posted this shot of himself and his brother with the family ’51 Ford in the background. Back in 2013, I invited readers to send snapshots of […] -
![The latest Toyota Corolla has been heavily praised for its newfound dynamic zest. Suddenly, the dullest compact is one of the most satisfying to drive and part of that is […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/torsion-beam-rear-suspension.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Newsstand: The Resurgence of Torsion Beam Rear Suspensions")
CC Newsstand: The Resurgence of Torsion Beam Rear Suspensions
Posted on May 28, 2019 | 63 CommentsThe latest Toyota Corolla has been heavily praised for its newfound dynamic zest. Suddenly, the dullest compact is one of the most satisfying to drive and part of that is […] -
![I was just 12 years old in the summer of 2010 when my parents announced that the family would be jetting off to Switzerland for our two-week-long family vacation, having […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/P1030547.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1991 Sterling 827 SLi – My CC Genesis")
Curbside Classic: 1991 Sterling 827 SLi – My CC Genesis
Posted on May 28, 2019 | 36 CommentsI was just 12 years old in the summer of 2010 when my parents announced that the family would be jetting off to Switzerland for our two-week-long family vacation, having […] -
![When I was a kid in the seventies, the 1965-1973 Volvo N88-series already had the looks of a classic (as in really old) truck. I didn’t like it back then, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_7969.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Truck Stop Classic: 1967 Volvo N88 6×2 Flatbed Truck – Timber!")
Truck Stop Classic: 1967 Volvo N88 6×2 Flatbed Truck – Timber!
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 29 CommentsWhen I was a kid in the seventies, the 1965-1973 Volvo N88-series already had the looks of a classic (as in really old) truck. I didn’t like it back then, […] -
![As I pulled up to a light last week, I spied a heavily laden little brown Datsun pickup in the adjoining lane so immediately whipped out my phone to start […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_3186.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC On-The-Go Outtake: 1982 Datsun 720 (Turbo?) Diesel Pickup")
CC On-The-Go Outtake: 1982 Datsun 720 (Turbo?) Diesel Pickup
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 20 CommentsAs I pulled up to a light last week, I spied a heavily laden little brown Datsun pickup in the adjoining lane so immediately whipped out my phone to start […] -
![Are General Motors and Nissan currently struggling to build momentum? For General Motors, Cadillac remains stagnant, with their sedan lineup constantly changing in ways that don’t seem beneficial. Chevrolet has […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190425_152041.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic Visits The 2019 New York International Auto Show, Part 3: General Motors And Nissan")
Curbside Classic Visits The 2019 New York International Auto Show, Part 3: General Motors And Nissan
Posted on May 27, 2019 | 20 CommentsAre General Motors and Nissan currently struggling to build momentum? For General Motors, Cadillac remains stagnant, with their sedan lineup constantly changing in ways that don’t seem beneficial. Chevrolet has […] -
![My ’66 F100’s dash has become a repository of kiddie toys found in the dirt or under decks of my rentals. I’m doing a bit of landscaping and yesterday I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CC-392-020.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Find/QOTD: My Latest Addition To Found Objects On My Dash – What’s On Your Dash?")
CC Find/QOTD: My Latest Addition To Found Objects On My Dash – What’s On Your Dash?
Posted on May 26, 2019 | 36 CommentsMy ’66 F100’s dash has become a repository of kiddie toys found in the dirt or under decks of my rentals. I’m doing a bit of landscaping and yesterday I […]
