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- Simply put, cars are my greatest passion.
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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Brendan Saur
Posts by Brendan Saur
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![(first posted 11/26/2017) Boston’s trendy South End district is an ever-desirable location, featuring numerous cozy bistros, bars, and cafes, a combination of classical brick bow-fronts and modern luxury […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thumb_IMG_8794_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1996 Acura NSX – Just Your Casual Sunday Driver")
CC Outtake: 1996 Acura NSX – Just Your Casual Sunday Driver
Posted on November 26, 2023 | 25 Comments(first posted 11/26/2017) Boston’s trendy South End district is an ever-desirable location, featuring numerous cozy bistros, bars, and cafes, a combination of classical brick bow-fronts and modern luxury […] -
![(first posted 11/21/2017) Chrysler made quite an entrance in the North American compact market with its original 1995-1999 Neon, a car sold under both the Dodge and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thumb_IMG_8505_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2001 Plymouth Neon LX – “Hi” Turns To “Hello”")
Curbside Classic: 2001 Plymouth Neon LX – “Hi” Turns To “Hello”
Posted on November 21, 2023 | 71 Comments(first posted 11/21/2017) Chrysler made quite an entrance in the North American compact market with its original 1995-1999 Neon, a car sold under both the Dodge and […] -
![(first posted 11/9/2017) In today’s day and age, minivans are not frequently looked upon in a positive light. Despite being among the most versatile and space-efficient people movers, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thumb_IMG_7924_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE – Chrysler Rides The Fantastic Voyage")
Curbside Classic: 1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE – Chrysler Rides The Fantastic Voyage
Posted on November 9, 2023 | 95 Comments(first posted 11/9/2017) In today’s day and age, minivans are not frequently looked upon in a positive light. Despite being among the most versatile and space-efficient people movers, […] -
![(first posted 10/19/2017) Success: Is it something measured by popularity and profitability alone? Or is it something measured by innovation, inspiration, and ultimately, legacy? Furthermore, for something to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/thumb_IMG_7941_1024-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1987 Audi 5000 CS Quattro – A Runaway Success?")
Car Show Classic: 1987 Audi 5000 CS Quattro – A Runaway Success?
Posted on October 19, 2023 | 101 Comments(first posted 10/19/2017) Success: Is it something measured by popularity and profitability alone? Or is it something measured by innovation, inspiration, and ultimately, legacy? Furthermore, for something to […] -
![(first posted 10/13/2017) If you told me 10 years ago that Hyundai would be building a car like this, I probably would’ve stared at you as if you had […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/thumb_IMG_6257_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Future CC/Driving Impressions: 2017 Genesis G90 – The Korean Lexus")
Future CC/Driving Impressions: 2017 Genesis G90 – The Korean Lexus
Posted on October 13, 2023 | 72 Comments(first posted 10/13/2017) If you told me 10 years ago that Hyundai would be building a car like this, I probably would’ve stared at you as if you had […] -
![(First posted 10/3/2017) Even by today’s standards, the original concept for Saturn was highly innovative and revolutionary. Despite it being a new brand from a large automaker known […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thumb_IMG_2573_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2002 Saturn L300 – Falling Back To Earth")
Curbside Classic: 2002 Saturn L300 – Falling Back To Earth
Posted on October 3, 2023 | 99 Comments(First posted 10/3/2017) Even by today’s standards, the original concept for Saturn was highly innovative and revolutionary. Despite it being a new brand from a large automaker known […] -
![(First Published 3/20/2014) It’s no secret that of the Big Three, Chrysler seems to have the worst luck with extreme ups and downs. Throughout nearly every decade of its ninety-year […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Chrysler-Minivans-NS-97TC.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Automotive History: The 1996-2000 Chrysler “NS” Minivans – The Culmination Of Nineties Chrysler")
Automotive History: The 1996-2000 Chrysler “NS” Minivans – The Culmination Of Nineties Chrysler
Posted on September 17, 2023 | 102 Comments(First Published 3/20/2014) It’s no secret that of the Big Three, Chrysler seems to have the worst luck with extreme ups and downs. Throughout nearly every decade of its ninety-year […] -
![(first posted 9/6/2017) If the E39 is the most iconic and beloved BMW 5 Series, its predecessor, the E34 comes in a close second. Sold for the 1988 through […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thumb_IMG_5822_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1992 BMW 525i (E34) – The Young Professional")
Curbside Classic: 1992 BMW 525i (E34) – The Young Professional
Posted on September 6, 2023 | 51 Comments(first posted 9/6/2017) If the E39 is the most iconic and beloved BMW 5 Series, its predecessor, the E34 comes in a close second. Sold for the 1988 through […] -
![(first posted 8/28/2017) For most of their existence, American automakers, particularly the Big Three and especially GM, operated the big, bold, and brash American way. They built the cars […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thumb_IMG_0718_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1977 Cadillac Seville – European Sizes Run Smaller")
Curbside Classic: 1977 Cadillac Seville – European Sizes Run Smaller
Posted on August 28, 2023 | 143 Comments(first posted 8/28/2017) For most of their existence, American automakers, particularly the Big Three and especially GM, operated the big, bold, and brash American way. They built the cars […] -
![(first posted 9/9/2016) SUV sales had begun noticeably taking off by the late 1980s, and by the 1990s began an all-out explosion in popularity. With sales growing exponentially, development […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_3059.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada – Lacking Bravado")
Curbside Classic: 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada – Lacking Bravado
Posted on August 27, 2023 | 84 Comments(first posted 9/9/2016) SUV sales had begun noticeably taking off by the late 1980s, and by the 1990s began an all-out explosion in popularity. With sales growing exponentially, development […] -
![(first posted 10/11/2013) Recently, I’ve been getting into the habit of visiting commuter rail parking lots in search of Curbside Classics. They’re a great place to take lots of pictures […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/IMG_25351.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1989 Buick Electra Limited: Limited’s the Right Word")
Curbside Classic: 1989 Buick Electra Limited: Limited’s the Right Word
Posted on August 26, 2023 | 111 Comments(first posted 10/11/2013) Recently, I’ve been getting into the habit of visiting commuter rail parking lots in search of Curbside Classics. They’re a great place to take lots of pictures […] -
![(first posted 8/22/2017) Although no one in my immediate family has ever owned one, I’ve always had an affinity for the lovingly quirky Swedish brand. Maybe it’s my […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thumb_IMG_2828_1024-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC/Driving Impressions: 2003, 2009, & 2011 Saab 9-3 – Born From Jets?")
CC/Driving Impressions: 2003, 2009, & 2011 Saab 9-3 – Born From Jets?
Posted on August 22, 2023 | 54 Comments(first posted 8/22/2017) Although no one in my immediate family has ever owned one, I’ve always had an affinity for the lovingly quirky Swedish brand. Maybe it’s my […] -
![(first posted 5/19/2013) Now before I go any further, I must confess something to you: I have a thing for minivans. For as long as I could say “Volkswagen Buggy” […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/1997plymouthvoyagerse.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1997 Plymouth Voyager Rallye – Split Personality Disorder")
Curbside Classic: 1997 Plymouth Voyager Rallye – Split Personality Disorder
Posted on August 19, 2023 | 76 Comments(first posted 5/19/2013) Now before I go any further, I must confess something to you: I have a thing for minivans. For as long as I could say “Volkswagen Buggy” […] -
![As I’ve documented before, working in the automobile industry gives me the opportunity to drive a wide spectrum of different cars on a regular basis. When it comes to vehicles […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/thumb_IMG_5345_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC/Driving Impressions: 2006 Infiniti G35x – To Infiniti And Beyond")
CC/Driving Impressions: 2006 Infiniti G35x – To Infiniti And Beyond
Posted on August 2, 2023 | 58 CommentsAs I’ve documented before, working in the automobile industry gives me the opportunity to drive a wide spectrum of different cars on a regular basis. When it comes to vehicles […] -
![(first posted 7/31/2017) In today’s world where SUVs/CUVs come in all shapes and sizes, with everything from car-based, front-wheel drive, inline-3s to truck-based, four-wheel drive, V8s and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/thumb_IMG_3950_1024.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer – Iconic")
Curbside Classic: 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer – Iconic
Posted on July 31, 2023 | 66 Comments(first posted 7/31/2017) In today’s world where SUVs/CUVs come in all shapes and sizes, with everything from car-based, front-wheel drive, inline-3s to truck-based, four-wheel drive, V8s and […]
