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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Jason Shafer
Posts by Jason Shafer
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CC Clue
Posted on June 24, 2012 | 22 CommentsWho can get a handle on tomorrow’s curbside classic? -
![The beauty about venturing out is you just never know what you will find. Spotted recently while out on an excursion with Mrs. Lord and the Papoose, I happened upon […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/P6140705.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtakes: A Wide Spot on Route 19")
CC Outtakes: A Wide Spot on Route 19
Posted on June 21, 2012 | 26 CommentsThe beauty about venturing out is you just never know what you will find. Spotted recently while out on an excursion with Mrs. Lord and the Papoose, I happened upon […] -
![A reader contacted Paul recently, curious about the then upcoming premiere of the Dallas sequel. While his curiosity was aimed at the cars used in the original Dallas TV series, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/sue-ellen-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "The Cars of Dallas – Sue Ellen’s Mercury Colony Park")
The Cars of Dallas – Sue Ellen’s Mercury Colony Park
Posted on June 21, 2012 | 28 CommentsA reader contacted Paul recently, curious about the then upcoming premiere of the Dallas sequel. While his curiosity was aimed at the cars used in the original Dallas TV series, […] -
![There are some words and phrases in the English language in which the intended image immediately springs to mind. Let’s try one. Quickly, what comes to mind when you hear […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/P5220596.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1992 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible – Take Your Top Off, Sweetie")
Curbside Classic: 1992 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible – Take Your Top Off, Sweetie
Posted on June 20, 2012 | 66 CommentsThere are some words and phrases in the English language in which the intended image immediately springs to mind. Let’s try one. Quickly, what comes to mind when you hear […] -
Drive It Like You Don’t Own It – More Tales from the Fleet Manager
Posted on June 19, 2012 | 16 CommentsA few weeks ago, I provided some insight into the trials and tribulations of a fleet manager. Let us continue on this bizarre and sometimes nightmarish journey… -
CC Clue
Posted on June 17, 2012 | 12 CommentsLet’s take a different slant for today’s clue. To what is it attached? -
![Somewhere, a lesser known law of physics states that an identical reaction is produced by the discovery of either an intact Dodge Magnum or a lottery scratcher worth more than […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/P5310638.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: It’s a ’78 Magnum, So Ask Yourself: Do I Feel Lucky?")
CC Capsule: It’s a ’78 Magnum, So Ask Yourself: Do I Feel Lucky?
Posted on June 13, 2012 | 64 CommentsSomewhere, a lesser known law of physics states that an identical reaction is produced by the discovery of either an intact Dodge Magnum or a lottery scratcher worth more than […] -
![So many of the discoveries found at Curbside Classics are vehicles with an above average lifespan – or perhaps an above average ability to endure. However, there is a class […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/grumpy-old-men.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Drive It Like You Don’t Own It – Tales From The Fleet Manager")
Drive It Like You Don’t Own It – Tales From The Fleet Manager
Posted on June 8, 2012 | 63 CommentsSo many of the discoveries found at Curbside Classics are vehicles with an above average lifespan – or perhaps an above average ability to endure. However, there is a class […] -
![Eugene, Oregon, is the second largest city in the state with a population of 156,185. At an elevation of 430′, it was founded by Eugene Franklin Skinner with its first […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/eugene.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Walk And Talk: The Cars of Eugene, Missouri")
Walk And Talk: The Cars of Eugene, Missouri
Posted on June 5, 2012 | 25 CommentsEugene, Oregon, is the second largest city in the state with a population of 156,185. At an elevation of 430′, it was founded by Eugene Franklin Skinner with its first […] -
![“Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.” A tagline used by an Amish cabinetmaker, it rings true, for both good and bad, for many companies and corporations. Packard, like […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/P4170548.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1955 Packard Four Hundred – Bravely Facing Forward")
Curbside Classic: 1955 Packard Four Hundred – Bravely Facing Forward
Posted on June 4, 2012 | 29 Comments“Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.” A tagline used by an Amish cabinetmaker, it rings true, for both good and bad, for many companies and corporations. Packard, like […] -
![There she sat. I called her Margie. As simple and honest as ever there was. When stopping at Jefferson City’s city hall to drop off recycling, I couldn’t help but […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/P5210588.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: Margie, The Chevrolet C10 Pickup")
CC Capsule: Margie, The Chevrolet C10 Pickup
Posted on June 1, 2012 | 28 CommentsThere she sat. I called her Margie. As simple and honest as ever there was. When stopping at Jefferson City’s city hall to drop off recycling, I couldn’t help but […] -
![Two outstanding Mopars and two of GM’s finest. Compact, mid-size, full-size, and personal luxury. Front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive. Lots of originality. A boatload of character and patina. Spotted recently […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/P5170584-e1338136226990.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Outtake: Decisions, Decisions")
CC Outtake: Decisions, Decisions
Posted on May 28, 2012 | 23 CommentsTwo outstanding Mopars and two of GM’s finest. Compact, mid-size, full-size, and personal luxury. Front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive. Lots of originality. A boatload of character and patina. Spotted recently […] -
![(Author’s Note: In case you were suspicious, my name really isn’t Jack Lord. Jason is my given name; my surname is of German origin and has an Americanized spelling. Googling […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/galaxie-12.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "My 1963 Ford Galaxie 500, Part 1")
My 1963 Ford Galaxie 500, Part 1
Posted on May 17, 2012 | 48 Comments(Author’s Note: In case you were suspicious, my name really isn’t Jack Lord. Jason is my given name; my surname is of German origin and has an Americanized spelling. Googling […] -
![On a recent Saturday, the family wanted to go see a local Civil War reenactment. While walking across the grounds going to see the “battle”, I spotted this Grand Wagoneer […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/wagoneer-5.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Capsule: 1983-85 Jeep Grand Wagoneer – Chet Ripley Would Approve")
CC Capsule: 1983-85 Jeep Grand Wagoneer – Chet Ripley Would Approve
Posted on May 14, 2012 | 33 CommentsOn a recent Saturday, the family wanted to go see a local Civil War reenactment. While walking across the grounds going to see the “battle”, I spotted this Grand Wagoneer […] -
![There are few things in life quite as refreshing as a Saturday morning in the spring. After a winter of any sort, people are aching to get into the swing […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/78-Grand-Marquis1-e1335914372367.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Puttering Around Town On A Saturday Morning")
Puttering Around Town On A Saturday Morning
Posted on May 4, 2012 | 12 CommentsThere are few things in life quite as refreshing as a Saturday morning in the spring. After a winter of any sort, people are aching to get into the swing […]
