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- Simply put, cars are my greatest passion.
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About Author: Brendan Saur
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CC Outtake: 1985 Ford LTD Crown Victoria 2-Door Sedan – Call Me Vicky
Posted on February 20, 2018 | 36 CommentsWhat is it about a 2-door coupe that makes it inherently sexier than a 4-door sedan? Does having two fewer doors really change the entire personality of a vehicle? -
![For those who may recall, I wrote about this exact 1978 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham back in 2016. I first came across it late one night (or 3 AM one morning […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/thumb_IMG_0364_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Revisited: 1978 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham – Able To Leave, Willing To Stay")
CC Revisited: 1978 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham – Able To Leave, Willing To Stay
Posted on February 12, 2018 | 48 CommentsFor those who may recall, I wrote about this exact 1978 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham back in 2016. I first came across it late one night (or 3 AM one morning […] -
![If the second generation Ford Taurus could be described as Camelot, the third generation might as well have been the Great Depression. Despite its cautious evolutionary approach in design, and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/thumb_IMG_4863_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1996 Ford Taurus G – Camelot Lowers The Rent")
CC Outtake: 1996 Ford Taurus G – Camelot Lowers The Rent
Posted on February 6, 2018 | 60 CommentsIf the second generation Ford Taurus could be described as Camelot, the third generation might as well have been the Great Depression. Despite its cautious evolutionary approach in design, and […] -
![In a world where today’s Volvos are full-fledged luxury vehicles, it’s hard to imagine a time when most Volvos did not feature fine Nappa leather-covered seats with so many electronic […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/thumb_IMG_2031_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1992 Volvo 240 – The Trusty Swedish Workhorse")
CC Outtake: 1992 Volvo 240 – The Trusty Swedish Workhorse
Posted on January 9, 2018 | 40 CommentsIn a world where today’s Volvos are full-fledged luxury vehicles, it’s hard to imagine a time when most Volvos did not feature fine Nappa leather-covered seats with so many electronic […] -
![It’s one thing to drive a beater close to home, but would you risk driving one across the entire continental United States from coast to coast? Our own David Saunders […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Miata.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Feature/QOTD: Would You Drive A Beater Miata From Boston To LA?")
CC Feature/QOTD: Would You Drive A Beater Miata From Boston To LA?
Posted on January 2, 2018 | 63 CommentsIt’s one thing to drive a beater close to home, but would you risk driving one across the entire continental United States from coast to coast? Our own David Saunders […] -
![A recent drive through the neighborhood of Milton I grew up in, referred to “Columbine Cliffs” or simply, “The Columbines”, revealed a few distinct car related-changes in the almost seven […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IMG_9368.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: Crossover Conformity In Columbine Cliffs")
CC Outtake: Crossover Conformity In Columbine Cliffs
Posted on December 21, 2017 | 79 CommentsA recent drive through the neighborhood of Milton I grew up in, referred to “Columbine Cliffs” or simply, “The Columbines”, revealed a few distinct car related-changes in the almost seven […] -
![It’s no secret that I’ve possessed a sizable affinity for the third generation (1996-2000) NS Chrysler minivans ever since they debuted when I was a very small child. To the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/020.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: Which Car Did You Want Your Parents To Get When You Were A Child?")
QOTD: Which Car Did You Want Your Parents To Get When You Were A Child?
Posted on December 14, 2017 | 93 CommentsIt’s no secret that I’ve possessed a sizable affinity for the third generation (1996-2000) NS Chrysler minivans ever since they debuted when I was a very small child. To the […] -
![Boasting a low curb weight, acclaimed handling dynamics, and rev-happy, high output four cylinders, from very early on, the Honda/Acura Integra was always a popular car for tuning and various […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IMG_8801.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1991 Acura Integra LS – Minty Fresh")
CC Outtake: 1991 Acura Integra LS – Minty Fresh
Posted on December 11, 2017 | 19 CommentsBoasting a low curb weight, acclaimed handling dynamics, and rev-happy, high output four cylinders, from very early on, the Honda/Acura Integra was always a popular car for tuning and various […] -
![Ah the power of advertising… Like just about anything in life, advertising that is clear, concise, and straight to the point is likely to offend no one. While it may […]](https://www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/themes/arras162/images/thumbnail.png "QOTD: Which Car Commercial Do You Remember For Its Ridiculousness?")
QOTD: Which Car Commercial Do You Remember For Its Ridiculousness?
Posted on November 22, 2017 | 99 CommentsAh the power of advertising… Like just about anything in life, advertising that is clear, concise, and straight to the point is likely to offend no one. While it may […] -
![Despite having now owned her 2013 Mercedes GLK for four and a half years, it recently occurred to me that I haven’t written much about Mom’s current daily driver, except […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thumb_IMG_8691_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4Matic – Teutonic Proficiency")
COAL: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4Matic – Teutonic Proficiency
Posted on November 16, 2017 | 42 CommentsDespite having now owned her 2013 Mercedes GLK for four and a half years, it recently occurred to me that I haven’t written much about Mom’s current daily driver, except […] -
![There’s nothing wrong with wanting to add a personal touch to your vehicle, giving it a little something extra to stand out from the crowd. However, this is best done […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/IMG_8600.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: Which Aftermarket Modifications Grind Your Gears The Most?")
QOTD: Which Aftermarket Modifications Grind Your Gears The Most?
Posted on November 6, 2017 | 221 CommentsThere’s nothing wrong with wanting to add a personal touch to your vehicle, giving it a little something extra to stand out from the crowd. However, this is best done […] -
![For as far back as the memory can go, just like jewelry on a person, chrome trim has signified a car’s prestige and prominence, whether it be among lower trim […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Brendans_228_Maddoxs_A4.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: Is Black The New Chrome?")
QOTD: Is Black The New Chrome?
Posted on October 17, 2017 | 104 CommentsFor as far back as the memory can go, just like jewelry on a person, chrome trim has signified a car’s prestige and prominence, whether it be among lower trim […] -
![The original Studebaker Avanti, an ultra forward-thinking, fiberglass-bodied, bottom-breathing (the first such American production car) personal luxury coupe was unfortunately produced in very low quantities for just for the 1963 and 1964 […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/thumb_IMG_3806_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: Avanti II – The Grille-Less Wonder")
CC Outtake: Avanti II – The Grille-Less Wonder
Posted on October 6, 2017 | 78 CommentsThe original Studebaker Avanti, an ultra forward-thinking, fiberglass-bodied, bottom-breathing (the first such American production car) personal luxury coupe was unfortunately produced in very low quantities for just for the 1963 and 1964 […] -
![I was scrolling through old pictures on my phone and came across this one I took of the dash of my friend’s 2006 Buick Rendezvous Ultra two years ago. I […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RendezvousUltraDash.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: Is This The Largest Single Piece Of Plasti-Wood In A Production Car?")
CC Outtake: Is This The Largest Single Piece Of Plasti-Wood In A Production Car?
Posted on October 3, 2017 | 131 CommentsI was scrolling through old pictures on my phone and came across this one I took of the dash of my friend’s 2006 Buick Rendezvous Ultra two years ago. I […] -
![Working for a brand like MINI, where there literally are over 10 million possible combinations when it comes to customizing a MINI down to the bodystyle, trim level, body color, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_3151.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: Have You Ever Special Ordered A New Car?")
QOTD: Have You Ever Special Ordered A New Car?
Posted on September 28, 2017 | 126 CommentsWorking for a brand like MINI, where there literally are over 10 million possible combinations when it comes to customizing a MINI down to the bodystyle, trim level, body color, […]
