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- Simply put, cars are my greatest passion.
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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Brendan Saur
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![(first posted 5/4/2016) Hurt by the high gas prices of the ’70s and early ’80s, a generally “uncool” image, and the introduction and rise of more hip alternatives such as […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_3962.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park LS – The Staunch Traditionalist")
Curbside Classic: 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park LS – The Staunch Traditionalist
Posted on May 4, 2022 | 62 Comments(first posted 5/4/2016) Hurt by the high gas prices of the ’70s and early ’80s, a generally “uncool” image, and the introduction and rise of more hip alternatives such as […] -
![(first posted 4/20/2016) It may have been the first and briefly, the only Chrysler Sebring, but the 1995 Sebring coupe was soon joined by a completely unrelated Sebring convertible, and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_4582.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2005 Chrysler Sebring Coupe – A Mitsubishi In All But Name")
Curbside Classic: 2005 Chrysler Sebring Coupe – A Mitsubishi In All But Name
Posted on April 20, 2022 | 42 Comments(first posted 4/20/2016) It may have been the first and briefly, the only Chrysler Sebring, but the 1995 Sebring coupe was soon joined by a completely unrelated Sebring convertible, and […] -
![(first posted 4/11/2016) Although it always lived in the shadows of its more popular Ford Taurus sibling, the Mercury Sable was nonetheless a significant and successful model in itself, helping […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_4621.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Future Curbside Classics: 2008-2009 Mercury Sable – New Doors Closed")
Future Curbside Classics: 2008-2009 Mercury Sable – New Doors Closed
Posted on April 11, 2022 | 52 Comments(first posted 4/11/2016) Although it always lived in the shadows of its more popular Ford Taurus sibling, the Mercury Sable was nonetheless a significant and successful model in itself, helping […] -
![(photos by Mike Hayes) (first posted 4/7/2016) When Infiniti launched in 1989, Nissan’s luxury brand’s offerings consisted of the $38,000 Q45 flagship sedan and the $23,500 M30 midsize coupe. Initial […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Infiniti-G20d.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Classic: 2002 Infiniti G20 – That Infiniti Badge Is Gonna Cost You")
Cohort Classic: 2002 Infiniti G20 – That Infiniti Badge Is Gonna Cost You
Posted on April 8, 2022 | 27 Comments(photos by Mike Hayes) (first posted 4/7/2016) When Infiniti launched in 1989, Nissan’s luxury brand’s offerings consisted of the $38,000 Q45 flagship sedan and the $23,500 M30 midsize coupe. Initial […] -
![(first posted 4/7/2016) This generation Imperial has already been extensively covered here at CC (including a 1963 Crown four-door hardtop parked just a few yards away), but this 1962 Imperial […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_0103.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1962 Imperial Crown Convertible Coupe – For Those Who Want Attention And Exclusivity")
Car Show Classic: 1962 Imperial Crown Convertible Coupe – For Those Who Want Attention And Exclusivity
Posted on April 7, 2022 | 58 Comments(first posted 4/7/2016) This generation Imperial has already been extensively covered here at CC (including a 1963 Crown four-door hardtop parked just a few yards away), but this 1962 Imperial […] -
![(first posted 4/6/2016) The minivan may have reached its peak popularity in North America long ago, but the segment is still a lucrative one that’s continually innovating, as evidenced by […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/CC-162-099-1200.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1997 Honda Odyssey – Not All Americans Can Get Used To Sushi")
Curbside Classic: 1997 Honda Odyssey – Not All Americans Can Get Used To Sushi
Posted on April 6, 2022 | 69 Comments(first posted 4/6/2016) The minivan may have reached its peak popularity in North America long ago, but the segment is still a lucrative one that’s continually innovating, as evidenced by […] -
![(first posted 3/30/2016) Take a seventeen-foot, extended-length SUV, take out the actually usable third row, replace the entire trunk area with waterproof truck lining, separate it from the passenger compartment […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_4918.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2004 GMC Envoy XUV – And Whose Bright Idea Was This?")
Curbside Classic: 2004 GMC Envoy XUV – And Whose Bright Idea Was This?
Posted on March 30, 2022 | 57 Comments(first posted 3/30/2016) Take a seventeen-foot, extended-length SUV, take out the actually usable third row, replace the entire trunk area with waterproof truck lining, separate it from the passenger compartment […] -
![(first posted 3/25/2016) Considering the grave situation Chrysler was in by the late-1970s, it was nothing short of a miracle (and a little help from Uncle Sam) that the automaker […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/IMG_1033.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1986 Dodge Omni – Brighter Days Are On The Horizon")
Curbside Classic: 1986 Dodge Omni – Brighter Days Are On The Horizon
Posted on March 25, 2022 | 82 Comments(first posted 3/25/2016) Considering the grave situation Chrysler was in by the late-1970s, it was nothing short of a miracle (and a little help from Uncle Sam) that the automaker […] -
![(first posted 3/16/2016) Just like Oldsmobile and their proliferation of various, vastly different from one another Cutlass models, Chrysler was also guilty of this same-name frenzy, first with its LeBaron […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_3980.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 2002 Chrysler Sebring LXi – Fading Hope")
Curbside Classic: 2002 Chrysler Sebring LXi – Fading Hope
Posted on March 16, 2022 | 67 Comments(first posted 3/16/2016) Just like Oldsmobile and their proliferation of various, vastly different from one another Cutlass models, Chrysler was also guilty of this same-name frenzy, first with its LeBaron […] -
![(first posted 9/17/2015) Whether or not the benefits truly outweigh a good set of snow tires is debatable, but there’s no denying that all-wheel drive has surged in popularity within […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_4669.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1984 AMC Eagle Sedan – Back From The Future")
Curbside Classic: 1984 AMC Eagle Sedan – Back From The Future
Posted on March 13, 2022 | 61 Comments(first posted 9/17/2015) Whether or not the benefits truly outweigh a good set of snow tires is debatable, but there’s no denying that all-wheel drive has surged in popularity within […] -
![(first posted 3/8/2016) For anyone who knows their Cadillac history, I don’t need to emphasize that the 1980s were not a good time for the luxury marque. Between the controversial […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_0730.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1993 Cadillac Allanté – The Wreath-And-Crest European Roadster")
Curbside Classic: 1993 Cadillac Allanté – The Wreath-And-Crest European Roadster
Posted on March 8, 2022 | 71 Comments(first posted 3/8/2016) For anyone who knows their Cadillac history, I don’t need to emphasize that the 1980s were not a good time for the luxury marque. Between the controversial […] -
![(first posted 3/1/2016) Negating Lexus’ current RC-F, a Japanese, V8-powered, rear-wheel drive, fixed roof coupe sold in North America pretty much means one car, the 1992-2000 Lexus SC 400. Following […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/IMG_3911.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1997 Lexus SC 400 – V8-Powered Coupes From Japan Are Indeed A Rare Breed")
Curbside Classic: 1997 Lexus SC 400 – V8-Powered Coupes From Japan Are Indeed A Rare Breed
Posted on March 1, 2022 | 64 Comments(first posted 3/1/2016) Negating Lexus’ current RC-F, a Japanese, V8-powered, rear-wheel drive, fixed roof coupe sold in North America pretty much means one car, the 1992-2000 Lexus SC 400. Following […] -
![(first posted 2/22/2016) Whether or not you see Pontiac’s constant reshuffling of the Bonneville nameplate as either a total commitment to the name or a lack of commit thereof, there’s […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/IMG_1644.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1983 Pontiac Bonneville “Model G” Wagon – Don’t Ask Questions, Just Roll With It")
Curbside Classic: 1983 Pontiac Bonneville “Model G” Wagon – Don’t Ask Questions, Just Roll With It
Posted on February 22, 2022 | 67 Comments(first posted 2/22/2016) Whether or not you see Pontiac’s constant reshuffling of the Bonneville nameplate as either a total commitment to the name or a lack of commit thereof, there’s […] -
![(first posted 2/19/2016) Once the natural and logical choice in vehicle for the large majority of Americans, by the 1980s it was clear that the full-size sedan’s popularity was waning. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/IMG_4339.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1984 Chevrolet Impala – Big ‘N Basic")
CC Outtake: 1984 Chevrolet Impala – Big ‘N Basic
Posted on February 19, 2022 | 95 Comments(first posted 2/19/2016) Once the natural and logical choice in vehicle for the large majority of Americans, by the 1980s it was clear that the full-size sedan’s popularity was waning. […] -
![(first posted 1/27/2015) “It has the classic Volvo grille design, large glass areas for good visibility, and that solid appearance that makes you wonder if Volvos aren’t carved from a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/IMG_3382.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classics: 1991-1998 Volvo 940/960 – Playing It Safe")
Curbside Classics: 1991-1998 Volvo 940/960 – Playing It Safe
Posted on January 27, 2022 | 47 Comments(first posted 1/27/2015) “It has the classic Volvo grille design, large glass areas for good visibility, and that solid appearance that makes you wonder if Volvos aren’t carved from a […]
