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![As many of you know I have owned a few British cars as well as other affordable classics but never an MG. The MG B was one of the classic […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/33682740252_ff1736877e_z.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "COAL: 1975 MG B – To Buy a B Or Not To Buy a B, That Is The Question. And I Answered It")
COAL: 1975 MG B – To Buy a B Or Not To Buy a B, That Is The Question. And I Answered It
Posted on April 11, 2017 | 38 CommentsAs many of you know I have owned a few British cars as well as other affordable classics but never an MG. The MG B was one of the classic […] -
![We have had a few variations on altered photographs or press drawings in the CC What If series thus far. I have created a few 3D models of factory vehicles […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Voisin.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC What If: “What If” Enters the Third Dimension")
CC What If: “What If” Enters the Third Dimension
Posted on April 1, 2017 | 20 CommentsWe have had a few variations on altered photographs or press drawings in the CC What If series thus far. I have created a few 3D models of factory vehicles […] -
![(first posted 8/8/2011) There are many cars that are essentially defined by a singular feature: the DeLorean with its stainless steel body panels; the bubble canopy of the Messerschmitt; the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Toyota-Sera-rearside.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: Toyota Sera – Wings Don’t Make It Fly")
Curbside Classic: Toyota Sera – Wings Don’t Make It Fly
Posted on March 16, 2017 | 33 Comments(first posted 8/8/2011) There are many cars that are essentially defined by a singular feature: the DeLorean with its stainless steel body panels; the bubble canopy of the Messerschmitt; the […] -
![Disclaimer – I absolutely love odd ball classics cars. Like a moth to a flame I am attracted to vehicles that the average car buff has never heard of. Given […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/001.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Ultimate CC Auction: The Ron Hackenberger Collection – Oddball Classic Cars Galore")
The Ultimate CC Auction: The Ron Hackenberger Collection – Oddball Classic Cars Galore
Posted on March 12, 2017 | 50 CommentsDisclaimer – I absolutely love odd ball classics cars. Like a moth to a flame I am attracted to vehicles that the average car buff has never heard of. Given […] -
![(first posted 10/6/2012) I do love the odd stuff. A mint, numbers-matching ’69 Camaro? Nice enough, but there are dozens at any given show. On the other hand, something […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/1958-Chevrolet-Biscayne.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1958 Chevrolet “Business Coupe”")
Car Show Classic: 1958 Chevrolet “Business Coupe”
Posted on February 6, 2017 | 39 Comments(first posted 10/6/2012) I do love the odd stuff. A mint, numbers-matching ’69 Camaro? Nice enough, but there are dozens at any given show. On the other hand, something […] -
![Canadians are well known for our cold, snowy winters, and the for adding the word ‘eh’ at the end of statements and questions. This Ford Model A (or Model Eh) […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/1928-Ford-Model-A.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1928 Ford Model A – It Is Snowy Out, Eh")
CC Outtake: 1928 Ford Model A – It Is Snowy Out, Eh
Posted on January 19, 2017 | 33 CommentsCanadians are well known for our cold, snowy winters, and the for adding the word ‘eh’ at the end of statements and questions. This Ford Model A (or Model Eh) […] -
![December 26th is known as Boxing Day in the United Kingdom and many former colonies like Canada. Traditionally it was a time to give a small gift (or Christmas box) […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Subaru-Vivio-Bistro-4a.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: Subaru Vivio Bistro – Boxster Day Find")
Curbside Classic: Subaru Vivio Bistro – Boxster Day Find
Posted on January 11, 2017 | 22 CommentsDecember 26th is known as Boxing Day in the United Kingdom and many former colonies like Canada. Traditionally it was a time to give a small gift (or Christmas box) […] -
![1980 Dodge Maxivan: An Unexpected First “Car” 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 – My Second First Car 1988 Ford Bronco II – The Busting Bronco 1998 Honda Civic: We Managed To […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MGB2.jpg?resize=110%2C110&ssl=1 "David Saunders: My COAL Series So Far")
David Saunders: My COAL Series So Far
Posted on December 5, 2016 | 7 Comments1980 Dodge Maxivan: An Unexpected First “Car” 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 – My Second First Car 1988 Ford Bronco II – The Busting Bronco 1998 Honda Civic: We Managed To […] -
![For the whole of the challenge we have been struggling with a lack of power on the hilly sections. On the early portion of day two, the Aries added overheating […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/engineairfilteroff.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Great Beater Challenge: Day 2, Part 2– Finale")
The Great Beater Challenge: Day 2, Part 2– Finale
Posted on September 27, 2016 | 45 CommentsFor the whole of the challenge we have been struggling with a lack of power on the hilly sections. On the early portion of day two, the Aries added overheating […] -
![In the last installment, we had safely arrived at our characterful hotel to finish off day one. The Aries clearly made some issues but it kept going (albeit rather slowly). […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/bear.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Great Beater Challenge: Day 2, Part 1 – The Big Climb")
The Great Beater Challenge: Day 2, Part 1 – The Big Climb
Posted on September 25, 2016 | 31 CommentsIn the last installment, we had safely arrived at our characterful hotel to finish off day one. The Aries clearly made some issues but it kept going (albeit rather slowly). […] -
![After our minor roadside repairs on Day 1 Part 1 we were ready to hit the road again. Although we were still technically in the mountains, thankfully we had more […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/roadagain.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Great Beater Challenge: Day 1, Part 2 – Rain, Rain, and a Hotel with Character")
The Great Beater Challenge: Day 1, Part 2 – Rain, Rain, and a Hotel with Character
Posted on September 23, 2016 | 27 CommentsAfter our minor roadside repairs on Day 1 Part 1 we were ready to hit the road again. Although we were still technically in the mountains, thankfully we had more […] -
![In the last installment of the Great Beater Challenge I had (hopefully) completed my preparation and we were ready to head out. I say we, as my twelve year son […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/29759489536_f03c17269a_c.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Great Beater Challenge: Day 1, Part 1 – Off To A Slow Start")
The Great Beater Challenge: Day 1, Part 1 – Off To A Slow Start
Posted on September 21, 2016 | 44 CommentsIn the last installment of the Great Beater Challenge I had (hopefully) completed my preparation and we were ready to head out. I say we, as my twelve year son […] -
![(first posted 9/14/2012) Sadly, Alfa Romeo has been absent from the North American market since 1994. In the meantime, Alfa has been revitalizing its line up with rather lovely front-wheel […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/1996-Alfa-Romeo-Spider-1a.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider – Forbidden Italian Fruit")
Curbside Classic: 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider – Forbidden Italian Fruit
Posted on September 17, 2016 | 52 Comments(first posted 9/14/2012) Sadly, Alfa Romeo has been absent from the North American market since 1994. In the meantime, Alfa has been revitalizing its line up with rather lovely front-wheel […] -
![Now that a vehicle was chosen in the second part of The Great Beater Challenge I need to get it prepared for the almost 1,300 km trip. At the top […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/28952211793_d1c70528c1_c.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Road Trip: The Great Beater Challenge, Part 3 – Vehicle Preparation")
CC Road Trip: The Great Beater Challenge, Part 3 – Vehicle Preparation
Posted on September 16, 2016 | 41 CommentsNow that a vehicle was chosen in the second part of The Great Beater Challenge I need to get it prepared for the almost 1,300 km trip. At the top […] -
![In part one I introduced you to the Great Beater Challenge. This time around I reveal the vehicle that will (hopefully) carry me the 1200+ kms of the trip. It […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1982-Dodge-Aries-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Road Trip: The Great Beater Challenge, Part 2 – 1983 Dodge Aries Purchased")
CC Road Trip: The Great Beater Challenge, Part 2 – 1983 Dodge Aries Purchased
Posted on September 4, 2016 | 47 CommentsIn part one I introduced you to the Great Beater Challenge. This time around I reveal the vehicle that will (hopefully) carry me the 1200+ kms of the trip. It […]
