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Curbside Classics Archives
About Author: Rich Baron
Posts by Rich Baron
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![The new Corvair came to meet the press and the public for ’65, much revised, and improving on every area of the original. For their January of ’65 issue, MT […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1965-01-MT-Chevy-Corvair-Corsa-Test-1-6-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Review: Motor Trend Tests the 1965 Corvair Corsa – Superb Handling, Comfort, And Performance")
Vintage Review: Motor Trend Tests the 1965 Corvair Corsa – Superb Handling, Comfort, And Performance
Posted on August 20, 2023 | 28 CommentsThe new Corvair came to meet the press and the public for ’65, much revised, and improving on every area of the original. For their January of ’65 issue, MT […] -
![It’s finally the weekend and you know what that means. It’s time to deal with that silent family member; the car. And hopefully, you already set up an appointment for […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot_20230803-034835.png?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Dealers: Swanky Service Areas In The 1950’s")
Vintage Dealers: Swanky Service Areas In The 1950’s
Posted on August 19, 2023 | 29 CommentsIt’s finally the weekend and you know what that means. It’s time to deal with that silent family member; the car. And hopefully, you already set up an appointment for […] -
Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: 1964 Valiant Convertible – Engelized Sun Chaser
Posted on August 19, 2023 | 19 CommentsHere’s a new entry from robadr at the Cohort. A rather nice survivor that doesn’t look too pampered, nor too ruined; and with the top down, it’s very curbside chic! -
![Exner’s finned wonders arrived for their second year in 1958. And as this dealer’s display shows, Chrysler Corp. was bringing the jet-age driving fun not only to grown-ups but also […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot_20230816-010932.png?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Dealers: 1958 DeSotos & Plymouths For Kids And Grown Ups")
Vintage Dealers: 1958 DeSotos & Plymouths For Kids And Grown Ups
Posted on August 18, 2023 | 22 CommentsExner’s finned wonders arrived for their second year in 1958. And as this dealer’s display shows, Chrysler Corp. was bringing the jet-age driving fun not only to grown-ups but also […] -
![The European Capri had arrived stateside in 1970 and found a good receiving. With that settled, steady improvements appeared on the vehicle throughout its run. First of all, a new […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Scan-230813-0007.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage R&T Review: 1971 Capri 2000 – The European Pony Car Gets More Zip With A 2.0 Engine")
Vintage R&T Review: 1971 Capri 2000 – The European Pony Car Gets More Zip With A 2.0 Engine
Posted on August 17, 2023 | 28 CommentsThe European Capri had arrived stateside in 1970 and found a good receiving. With that settled, steady improvements appeared on the vehicle throughout its run. First of all, a new […] -
![Some of us are born in the wrong epoch, either too early or too late. And in this postcard taken in Texas in ’73, we see the talents of a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/11783008215_1d3c9d282b_o.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Postcards: ’52 Pontiac – Harley Earl’s Lost Disciple")
Vintage Postcards: ’52 Pontiac – Harley Earl’s Lost Disciple
Posted on August 16, 2023 | 23 CommentsSome of us are born in the wrong epoch, either too early or too late. And in this postcard taken in Texas in ’73, we see the talents of a […] -
Vintage Snapshots: 1958 Ramblers At Kenosha Harbor
Posted on August 16, 2023 | 28 CommentsAt Kenosha Harbor, 1958. And where might these Ramblers be going? -
![Here’s a pair recently posted at the Cohort by J.C. A rather unlikely duo, which share a few traits. First, both vehicles reflect their parent companies’ answer to shifting markets. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/53077557092_aec41047de_5k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: 1969 AMC AMX, ’98-’05 Mercedes M-Class – Chasing Trends")
Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: 1969 AMC AMX, ’98-’05 Mercedes M-Class – Chasing Trends
Posted on August 16, 2023 | 6 CommentsHere’s a pair recently posted at the Cohort by J.C. A rather unlikely duo, which share a few traits. First, both vehicles reflect their parent companies’ answer to shifting markets. […] -
Vintage Snapshots: Just Plain Traffic Back In 1973
Posted on August 15, 2023 | 23 CommentsDodge Street, Omaha. -
![Here’s one more find by canadiancatgreen at the Cohort. Just one view this time, but I think one should suffice for this Chrysler New Yorker 2-door Hardtop; particularly when the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/52987778797_0b6431036f_o.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: ’76-’78 Chrysler New Yorker – The Imperial, Rechristened")
Cohort Pic(k) Of The Day: ’76-’78 Chrysler New Yorker – The Imperial, Rechristened
Posted on August 15, 2023 | 24 CommentsHere’s one more find by canadiancatgreen at the Cohort. Just one view this time, but I think one should suffice for this Chrysler New Yorker 2-door Hardtop; particularly when the […] -
![I like ingenuity. Real, natural ingenuity. Not some designer-approved cooler for the Pontiac Aztek’s center console. And while there’s room for such fancy factory-produced goods, sometimes it’s nice to think […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot_20230812-043236.png?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: Life In The Station Wagon")
Vintage Snapshots: Life In The Station Wagon
Posted on August 14, 2023 | 54 CommentsI like ingenuity. Real, natural ingenuity. Not some designer-approved cooler for the Pontiac Aztek’s center console. And while there’s room for such fancy factory-produced goods, sometimes it’s nice to think […] -
![There are many American dishes that have gained international fame and demand. You know the ones; hamburgers, hot dogs, buffalo wings, pizzas -from NY to Chicago style- and even BBQ […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_20221212_125525267_HDR.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Repair Shop Classic: 1950 Plymouth – Hearty Meatloaf")
Repair Shop Classic: 1950 Plymouth – Hearty Meatloaf
Posted on August 14, 2023 | 15 CommentsThere are many American dishes that have gained international fame and demand. You know the ones; hamburgers, hot dogs, buffalo wings, pizzas -from NY to Chicago style- and even BBQ […] -
![I love these old postcards with thoroughfares as their theme. The life and bustling activity on each, yet somewhat subdued against the restless movement of today. And of course, the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/5207594900_75d18d6505_o.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: Old Postcards & Thoroughfares")
Vintage Snapshots: Old Postcards & Thoroughfares
Posted on August 13, 2023 | 36 CommentsI love these old postcards with thoroughfares as their theme. The life and bustling activity on each, yet somewhat subdued against the restless movement of today. And of course, the […] -
![In 1967 a new Imperial was released and Car Life magazine was there to test it. This time the Imperial carried unibody construction, in keeping with the way all other […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-1-2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage CL Review: 1967 Imperial 4-Door Hardtop – A Renewed Imperial To Battle In The Luxury Leagues")
Vintage CL Review: 1967 Imperial 4-Door Hardtop – A Renewed Imperial To Battle In The Luxury Leagues
Posted on August 13, 2023 | 34 CommentsIn 1967 a new Imperial was released and Car Life magazine was there to test it. This time the Imperial carried unibody construction, in keeping with the way all other […] -
![Today’s gallery is a mix of vintage rides in hauling action. Admittedly, some of these rides have more panache than others. Some don’t even have any. But yes kids, there […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot_20230811-212447.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: Old Rides And Trailers Gallery – The Art Of Hauling Stuff With Panache")
Vintage Snapshots: Old Rides And Trailers Gallery – The Art Of Hauling Stuff With Panache
Posted on August 12, 2023 | 38 CommentsToday’s gallery is a mix of vintage rides in hauling action. Admittedly, some of these rides have more panache than others. Some don’t even have any. But yes kids, there […]
