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![For various reasons the 1961 Pontiac Laurentian has now moved on to a new home so the next iteration of the Affordable Classic series needs a fresh, new subject. This […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/29807483087_e96515d76c_c.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Affordable Classic: 1984 Innocenti Minitre SE – Reboot with a Smaller Size")
Affordable Classic: 1984 Innocenti Minitre SE – Reboot with a Smaller Size
Posted on September 18, 2018 | 65 CommentsFor various reasons the 1961 Pontiac Laurentian has now moved on to a new home so the next iteration of the Affordable Classic series needs a fresh, new subject. This […] -
![On day four we need to make it out to the coast and Prince Rupert with a distance of around 500 kms (310 miles) to cover. There is also a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Day-4.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Road Trip: Part 5 – Heading for the Coast – 4,500km Road Trip on a 250cc Motorbike")
Road Trip: Part 5 – Heading for the Coast – 4,500km Road Trip on a 250cc Motorbike
Posted on September 18, 2018 | 31 CommentsOn day four we need to make it out to the coast and Prince Rupert with a distance of around 500 kms (310 miles) to cover. There is also a […] -
![The second round of the festival’s tour brings us more French sedans, wagons and hatchbacks that combine a high level of comfort with great handling. Let the good times roll […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_7196.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classics: 2018 La Fête des Limousines – Part Two")
Car Show Classics: 2018 La Fête des Limousines – Part Two
Posted on September 18, 2018 | 50 CommentsThe second round of the festival’s tour brings us more French sedans, wagons and hatchbacks that combine a high level of comfort with great handling. Let the good times roll […] -
CC Outtake: 2001 Honda Prelude – Kombustion
Posted on September 17, 2018 | 22 CommentsI’ve seen some unique and altered badging on cars, but this one is a bit different. A celebration of the Infernal Kombustion engine? -
![After the Great Beater Challenge I really did not feel like fixing the Pontiac. The starter revived itself somehow and it ran but not well. Time for someone else to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/guess.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Clue: Goodbye Pontiac, Hello ?")
CC Clue: Goodbye Pontiac, Hello ?
Posted on September 17, 2018 | 90 CommentsAfter the Great Beater Challenge I really did not feel like fixing the Pontiac. The starter revived itself somehow and it ran but not well. Time for someone else to […] -
Road Trip: Part 4 – The Miles Pile On Up North – 4,500km Road Trip on a 250cc Motorbike
Posted on September 16, 2018 | 8 CommentsOn day three of the journey we transitioned from Alberta to British Columbia. Highlights include a big mountain, waterfall, old train station and giant cedar trees. -
![Last month I tried to cram all the cars I’ve owned into a single COAL; today I’ll document my motorcycle ownership in a single MOAL. I know there are a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/350.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Motorcycles of a Lifetime: Two Wheels are More Fun")
Motorcycles of a Lifetime: Two Wheels are More Fun
Posted on September 16, 2018 | 17 CommentsLast month I tried to cram all the cars I’ve owned into a single COAL; today I’ll document my motorcycle ownership in a single MOAL. I know there are a […] -
![One evening, a friend of mine called as asked: “How would you like a convertible? A friend of mine has one that he wants to get rid of. It’s free!” […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/DSCN0334.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 1983 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible – Fun in the Sun, K-Car Style")
COAL: 1983 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible – Fun in the Sun, K-Car Style
Posted on September 16, 2018 | 32 CommentsOne evening, a friend of mine called as asked: “How would you like a convertible? A friend of mine has one that he wants to get rid of. It’s free!” […] -
QOTD: What Car Did Mister Rogers Drive?
Posted on September 15, 2018 | 55 CommentsIf you grew up in the States after 1969, you probably remember Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, as I surely do. There’s a -
![Imagine turning a corner and suddenly it’s 1966 again! While not all curbside classics in this post are as old as this Mercedes W110, it captures well the feeling that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/photo1-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Curbside Classics of Berlin-Neukölln -Part 4")
The Curbside Classics of Berlin-Neukölln -Part 4
Posted on September 15, 2018 | 39 CommentsImagine turning a corner and suddenly it’s 1966 again! While not all curbside classics in this post are as old as this Mercedes W110, it captures well the feeling that […] -
COAL:2005 Honda Civic – Reliability is Boring
Posted on September 15, 2018 | 30 CommentsAfter some annoying problems with my previous car, I decided to just go out and pull the trigger on a new car. I wanted something reliable and bulletproof, and I thought Honda. -
![Many of us have been there: Booked a holiday or a flight, and reserved a hire car to collect at the airport. Sometimes, if you’re brave or optimistic, you specify […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/WP_20180625_11_24_14_Pro_LI.1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Rental Car Blues: Have You Ever Been Disappointed By A Holiday Hire Car? There Is A Solution")
Rental Car Blues: Have You Ever Been Disappointed By A Holiday Hire Car? There Is A Solution
Posted on September 14, 2018 | 19 CommentsMany of us have been there: Booked a holiday or a flight, and reserved a hire car to collect at the airport. Sometimes, if you’re brave or optimistic, you specify […] -
Car Show Classics: 2018 Historic Winton – Car Park Part Two
Posted on September 14, 2018 | 69 CommentsLet’s continue our wander around Winton with a couple of fast Fords, then some (slightly) more modern stuff, some (very) oddments and even some steam! -
![In the last installment our trip had been met with an early hiccup that threatened the whole adventure. We had a fixed time and destination about half way through the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/42446887654_4571d96544_c.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Road Trip: Part 3 – Making up Time – 4,500km Road Trip on a 250cc Motorbike")
Road Trip: Part 3 – Making up Time – 4,500km Road Trip on a 250cc Motorbike
Posted on September 14, 2018 | 24 CommentsIn the last installment our trip had been met with an early hiccup that threatened the whole adventure. We had a fixed time and destination about half way through the […] -
![Before I go in depth with this car, I must admit that I actually hate most German cars as I think they are overpriced for what they are, unreliable, a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Benz-pic-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Driving Impressions: 1994 Mercedes 320E – Still Bringing It")
CC Driving Impressions: 1994 Mercedes 320E – Still Bringing It
Posted on September 14, 2018 | 29 CommentsBefore I go in depth with this car, I must admit that I actually hate most German cars as I think they are overpriced for what they are, unreliable, a […]
