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Curbside Classics Archives
Miniatures & Toys Archive
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![The on-going pandemic-inspired shift to working from a home office has had a variety of impacts upon my work environment. In my “real” office, a small space in a nearby […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/DSC_8680.jpeg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Die-Cast COAL: A Report From The Desktop Motor Pool")
Die-Cast COAL: A Report From The Desktop Motor Pool
Posted on September 17, 2021 | 45 CommentsThe on-going pandemic-inspired shift to working from a home office has had a variety of impacts upon my work environment. In my “real” office, a small space in a nearby […] -
![As kids, model trains are likely something that interested a lot of us, for some that never went away. Growing up in Germany, model trains were (and still are) sort […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/IMG_2021.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Miniatures: My 1:87 HO Scale Collection – Part I, The Passenger Cars")
Curbside Miniatures: My 1:87 HO Scale Collection – Part I, The Passenger Cars
Posted on May 11, 2021 | 33 CommentsAs kids, model trains are likely something that interested a lot of us, for some that never went away. Growing up in Germany, model trains were (and still are) sort […] -
![It has always been part of my curious nature to want to learn more about the lives and experiences of figures I respect and admire. The smallest, everyday detail can […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/36677559686_e958e801ed_o-1974-Chevrolet-Vega-model-CC-Flint-Central-High-School.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Jukebox: Teena Marie Drove A Chevrolet Vega")
CC Jukebox: Teena Marie Drove A Chevrolet Vega
Posted on February 9, 2021 | 34 CommentsIt has always been part of my curious nature to want to learn more about the lives and experiences of figures I respect and admire. The smallest, everyday detail can […] -
![December 23rd, at some point, had become unofficially celebrated in my extended family as “Christmas Eve Eve“. I honestly can’t remember if this started with me, my sister, or someone […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/20201219_111131-The-Tail-Comes-Off-CC.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Miscellany: My Fantasy Garage – Of Fragrances")
CC Miscellany: My Fantasy Garage – Of Fragrances
Posted on December 23, 2020 | 21 CommentsDecember 23rd, at some point, had become unofficially celebrated in my extended family as “Christmas Eve Eve“. I honestly can’t remember if this started with me, my sister, or someone […] -
![My old friend Paul B. recently turned me on to the amazing modeling of Michael Paul Smith, who passed away two years ago. He spent years creating scenes from the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/27283013298_0ab5ba2ebb_k.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "A Tribute to Michael Paul Smith, Modeler Extraordinaire")
A Tribute to Michael Paul Smith, Modeler Extraordinaire
Posted on August 24, 2020 | 22 CommentsMy old friend Paul B. recently turned me on to the amazing modeling of Michael Paul Smith, who passed away two years ago. He spent years creating scenes from the […] -
![Owning a certified Curbside Classic comes with its own set of risks and rewards. There’s nothing like hearing a neighbor utter “That thing’s a time capsule!” to his partner in […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/vlcsnap-2020-04-16-11h45m08s812.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD: How Much Would You Pay For An Exact Replica Of Your Car?")
QOTD: How Much Would You Pay For An Exact Replica Of Your Car?
Posted on May 6, 2020 | 50 CommentsOwning a certified Curbside Classic comes with its own set of risks and rewards. There’s nothing like hearing a neighbor utter “That thing’s a time capsule!” to his partner in […] -
![As a 33 year old, I have to make excuses for visiting the toy aisle. These days I have two. The first is Star Wars. The second is Tomica’s Mazda […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200218_001221.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Miniature Curbside Comparison: The Beatles Revolver “Combat Medic” Vs. An Ancestor That Has Seen Some Combat – My Desk Gets Some New Additions")
Miniature Curbside Comparison: The Beatles Revolver “Combat Medic” Vs. An Ancestor That Has Seen Some Combat – My Desk Gets Some New Additions
Posted on February 20, 2020 | 10 CommentsAs a 33 year old, I have to make excuses for visiting the toy aisle. These days I have two. The first is Star Wars. The second is Tomica’s Mazda […] -
![A lifelong Michigan resident, I’ve spent many a dark evening contemplating whether I most dislike January, February, or March. All three are months that offer little sun and less hope, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/001a.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "QOTD and Swap Meet Classics: A Chevelle Toy from Israel and Literature from the Big Two – How Are You Passing The Winter?")
QOTD and Swap Meet Classics: A Chevelle Toy from Israel and Literature from the Big Two – How Are You Passing The Winter?
Posted on February 17, 2020 | 28 CommentsA lifelong Michigan resident, I’ve spent many a dark evening contemplating whether I most dislike January, February, or March. All three are months that offer little sun and less hope, […] -
![https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la9g7QMpOPw These days, it seems like any pop culture related item from the 80s and 90s is getting revived. As nostalgia becomes weapons grade material, Micro Machines probably won’t be […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Screenshot_2020-01-10-Micro-Machines-Super-Van-City-Ad-1995-YouTube.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Toy Shelf Newsstand: Baby Boomers And Millennials Rejoice – Micro Machines Makes Its Return Later This Year")
Toy Shelf Newsstand: Baby Boomers And Millennials Rejoice – Micro Machines Makes Its Return Later This Year
Posted on January 11, 2020 | 10 Commentshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la9g7QMpOPw These days, it seems like any pop culture related item from the 80s and 90s is getting revived. As nostalgia becomes weapons grade material, Micro Machines probably won’t be […] -
![I love collecting older toys, especially anything having to do with cars. I found what I think is one the coolest pieces of my collection last night and would like […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/QUICK-CHANGE-MACHINE-1-600x600.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "TOAL: 1976 Chevy Blazer (Mattel Power Shifter)")
TOAL: 1976 Chevy Blazer (Mattel Power Shifter)
Posted on October 19, 2019 | 15 CommentsI love collecting older toys, especially anything having to do with cars. I found what I think is one the coolest pieces of my collection last night and would like […] -
![https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=243&v=EJpRvJGLyx0 Attention diecast enthusiasts: the Tomica brand is available once again in America! The lineup started out relatively small but will grow in the future. The catch: You have to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/20190906_163814.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Newsstand: Tomy’s Tomica Diecast Cars Return To The United States")
CC Newsstand: Tomy’s Tomica Diecast Cars Return To The United States
Posted on October 1, 2019 | 33 Commentshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=243&v=EJpRvJGLyx0 Attention diecast enthusiasts: the Tomica brand is available once again in America! The lineup started out relatively small but will grow in the future. The catch: You have to […] -
![Recently, I featured some cars from the Concours D’Lemons in Monterey, California. This 1955 Pontiac Safari was my sentimental favorite. Why? Because, although I didn’t mention it in my own […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/91D0F9CE-BB5A-4518-B118-FD08C7DBB9ED.jpeg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Cars of a Lifetime: My First Car Was Quite a Handful")
Cars of a Lifetime: My First Car Was Quite a Handful
Posted on September 22, 2019 | 16 CommentsRecently, I featured some cars from the Concours D’Lemons in Monterey, California. This 1955 Pontiac Safari was my sentimental favorite. Why? Because, although I didn’t mention it in my own […] -
![Every car person started somewhere. Some are born into the hobby, imbibing the sweet smell of an over-rich mixture on the way home from the hospital. Some are indoctrinated through […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/DSCF6442.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Tableside Classics: Catalinas, Mustangs, Caprices, and Barracudas–New Miniatures From The Aaron Collection")
Tableside Classics: Catalinas, Mustangs, Caprices, and Barracudas–New Miniatures From The Aaron Collection
Posted on April 1, 2019 | 32 CommentsEvery car person started somewhere. Some are born into the hobby, imbibing the sweet smell of an over-rich mixture on the way home from the hospital. Some are indoctrinated through […] -
![Many of you familiar with my writing have probably read, on multiple occasions, how I’ve expressed a desire to buy a curbside classic of my own. Sometimes, it has been […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/1974-Ford-Maverick-Grabber-5-CC.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1974 Ford Maverick Grabber – I Finally Grabbed The Bull By The Horns")
Curbside Classic: 1974 Ford Maverick Grabber – I Finally Grabbed The Bull By The Horns
Posted on April 1, 2019 | 44 CommentsMany of you familiar with my writing have probably read, on multiple occasions, how I’ve expressed a desire to buy a curbside classic of my own. Sometimes, it has been […] -
![Since today is Jeep day at CC, it’s a good time to share this super cool toy I came across the other day. It’s a Tonka and represents the early […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20190121_144605.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Jeep Day Finale: 1963-65 Jeep Wagoneer – Tonka Edition")
Jeep Day Finale: 1963-65 Jeep Wagoneer – Tonka Edition
Posted on January 31, 2019 | 21 CommentsSince today is Jeep day at CC, it’s a good time to share this super cool toy I came across the other day. It’s a Tonka and represents the early […]
