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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Jason Shafer
Posts by Jason Shafer
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![It is hard to say which got my attention first; finding two of these Cadillacs, or finding one of them painted up like the American flag. In 1964, Cadillac’s 75-Series […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P7080016.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1964 Cadillac Series 75 – The Fraternal Twins")
CC Outtake: 1964 Cadillac Series 75 – The Fraternal Twins
Posted on July 18, 2012 | 29 CommentsIt is hard to say which got my attention first; finding two of these Cadillacs, or finding one of them painted up like the American flag. In 1964, Cadillac’s 75-Series […] -
![Downsizing. Doesn’t that word always generate a distinct reaction? “We just learned today that our company is downsizing,” certainly prompts a reaction; conversely, “Hey, I’ve been able to downsize my […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P7040006.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency Brougham – I’m Sorry, That’s a Personal Subject!")
Curbside Classic: 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency Brougham – I’m Sorry, That’s a Personal Subject!
Posted on July 17, 2012 | 95 CommentsDownsizing. Doesn’t that word always generate a distinct reaction? “We just learned today that our company is downsizing,” certainly prompts a reaction; conversely, “Hey, I’ve been able to downsize my […] -
![Great job to billy rockfish for being the first to say a Ford Courier. Here is the clue for tomorrow. What is it? I will say is it involves a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P70700302.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Clue")
CC Clue
Posted on July 15, 2012 | 15 CommentsGreat job to billy rockfish for being the first to say a Ford Courier. Here is the clue for tomorrow. What is it? I will say is it involves a […] -
![Today’s ’77 New Yorker was tough, but congratulations go out to Dan for being the first to get it. Will Dan be the first to identify this or will somebody […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P70400201.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Clue")
CC Clue
Posted on July 13, 2012 | 15 CommentsToday’s ’77 New Yorker was tough, but congratulations go out to Dan for being the first to get it. Will Dan be the first to identify this or will somebody […] -
CC Outtake: 1977 Chevrolet El Camino – What Are You Waiting For?
Posted on July 13, 2012 | 12 CommentsFound sitting in front of a rural tire and auto repair facility, is it awaiting work? Or has the owner said “Enough!”? -
CC Capsule: 1946 Studebaker M16 Truck – The Civilian Brother To The Legendary WW2 US6 6×6
Posted on July 12, 2012 | 12 CommentsIn the recent post about my trip to the salvage yard (here), I mentioned another find behind the F-700. I was pretty tickled to find this 1946 Studebaker M16 truck. -
![Long, long ago in November 2006, I had just moved across the state and purchased another house (which I’m doing yet again – it’s weird how life goes in cycles […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Dodge-Before-After-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Beater: 1987 Dodge Ram 250 – The Best $400 I Ever Spent")
Curbside Beater: 1987 Dodge Ram 250 – The Best $400 I Ever Spent
Posted on July 11, 2012 | 26 CommentsLong, long ago in November 2006, I had just moved across the state and purchased another house (which I’m doing yet again – it’s weird how life goes in cycles […] -
![There are certain things in life most of us don’t like to think about. For most of us with a bit more seasoning these would be things like prostate exams […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P6260704.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "A Trip to the Salvage Yard")
A Trip to the Salvage Yard
Posted on July 8, 2012 | 26 CommentsThere are certain things in life most of us don’t like to think about. For most of us with a bit more seasoning these would be things like prostate exams […] -
![A hearty congratulations to That Guy for his first guess of a 1992 Toyota Corolla. It is safe to say the clue for tomorrow isn’t a Toyota. What might it […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P62207101.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Clue")
CC Clue
Posted on July 7, 2012 | 27 CommentsA hearty congratulations to That Guy for his first guess of a 1992 Toyota Corolla. It is safe to say the clue for tomorrow isn’t a Toyota. What might it […] -
![In 1978, most people would have had substantial difficulty keeping a straight face if saying “Dodge Omni” and “high performance” in the same sentence. With only a 1.7 liter Volkswagen […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/P6240700.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 1985 Dodge Omni GLH – The Triplets in the Yard")
CC Capsule: 1985 Dodge Omni GLH – The Triplets in the Yard
Posted on July 7, 2012 | 33 CommentsIn 1978, most people would have had substantial difficulty keeping a straight face if saying “Dodge Omni” and “high performance” in the same sentence. With only a 1.7 liter Volkswagen […] -
CC Capsule: 1980 Honda Accord – Soichiro Would Be Proud
Posted on July 6, 2012 | 33 CommentsThis car prompted a bold realization: There are very few of these critters left on the road. This is especially true in the salty wintered Mid-West. -
CC Outtake: Chevrolet Impala Taxi – The Eyes Don’t Lie
Posted on July 5, 2012 | 18 CommentsYour eyes are not wrong. It is pink. Would you pay to ride in it? -
CC Clue
Posted on June 30, 2012 | 19 CommentsMega Kudos to Bryce for correctly guessing today’s Land Rover. For tomorrow, is there enough to illuminate what this fine chariot is? -
Curbside Classic: 1986 Ford Thunderbird Elan – A Fox in a Bird’s Feathers
Posted on June 28, 2012 | 87 CommentsSuccess can be a double edged sword. Everyone, regardless of their endeavors, is seeking it. But what do you do upon achieving it? Is it so easily repeatable? -
![Finding an International pickup of this vintage is unusual. It is especially unusual if it’s a 3/4 ton 4×4. So when I saw this recently, I was compelled to cut […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/P6140704.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: 1965 International Pickup – Go Where You Want to Go")
CC Outtake: 1965 International Pickup – Go Where You Want to Go
Posted on June 26, 2012 | 28 CommentsFinding an International pickup of this vintage is unusual. It is especially unusual if it’s a 3/4 ton 4×4. So when I saw this recently, I was compelled to cut […]
