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![A few weeks back we reviewed the Necochea Aerobus, an early attempt at streamlining from Argentina. Today let’s look at another Argentinian bus and one from Brazil that were both […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/691f083e08d6fb44ac21833670b1266b-e1731316717947.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Bus Stop Classics: 1966 CAIO Gaivota and 2001 Rio de La Plata Maxibus – South American Streamliners")
Bus Stop Classics: 1966 CAIO Gaivota and 2001 Rio de La Plata Maxibus – South American Streamliners
Posted on November 16, 2024 | 8 CommentsA few weeks back we reviewed the Necochea Aerobus, an early attempt at streamlining from Argentina. Today let’s look at another Argentinian bus and one from Brazil that were both […] -
![As described in the prequel, I obtained my first Toyota AE86 from a user on the AEU86 forums called Jasper. Jasper had bought the car from the treasurer of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/prequel-to-banpei-coal-1985-toyota-corolla-sr5-ae86.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "My First Corolla AE86 – Obtaining My Dream Car – Part One")
My First Corolla AE86 – Obtaining My Dream Car – Part One
Posted on November 16, 2024 | 9 CommentsAs described in the prequel, I obtained my first Toyota AE86 from a user on the AEU86 forums called Jasper. Jasper had bought the car from the treasurer of […] -
![(first posted 5/14/2013) Pontiac had an interesting lineup in the Sixties. While most people remember the Catalina, Grand Prix, GTO and Bonneville when it comes to ’60s Ponchos, the Star […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/09-08-2012-016-e1367075768112.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1962 Pontiac Star Chief – If You Can’t Decide Between The Bonneville Or The Catalina…")
Car Show Classic: 1962 Pontiac Star Chief – If You Can’t Decide Between The Bonneville Or The Catalina…
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 63 Comments(first posted 5/14/2013) Pontiac had an interesting lineup in the Sixties. While most people remember the Catalina, Grand Prix, GTO and Bonneville when it comes to ’60s Ponchos, the Star […] -
![(first posted 11/11/2018) Sometimes automakers come up with a timeless model name that can be transferred from generation to generation. One of them is Transit, everybody […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_7263.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: Ford Transit Mk2 Phase2 – Mid-Eighties Blue And White Transit Bus")
CC Global: Ford Transit Mk2 Phase2 – Mid-Eighties Blue And White Transit Bus
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 41 Comments(first posted 11/11/2018) Sometimes automakers come up with a timeless model name that can be transferred from generation to generation. One of them is Transit, everybody […] -
![(first posted 11/15/2018) Let’s follow up our look at that Fiat X1/9 with its big brother (or sister, depending), the Lancia Scorpion (Monte Carlo in Europe). […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/scans0007.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage R&T Review: Lancia Scorpio (Monte Carlo) – “…a Scorpion without its stinger”")
Vintage R&T Review: Lancia Scorpio (Monte Carlo) – “…a Scorpion without its stinger”
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 35 Comments(first posted 11/15/2018) Let’s follow up our look at that Fiat X1/9 with its big brother (or sister, depending), the Lancia Scorpion (Monte Carlo in Europe). […] -
![We’ve visited the Imperial marque once before, with a gallery that mixed photos of some of the vehicles on their own, and others alongside their owners. Today’s follows the same […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20240506-192731.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Snapshots: Imperials & Imperial People In The ’50s-’70s")
Vintage Snapshots: Imperials & Imperial People In The ’50s-’70s
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 41 CommentsWe’ve visited the Imperial marque once before, with a gallery that mixed photos of some of the vehicles on their own, and others alongside their owners. Today’s follows the same […] -
![Ah yes, the intriguing world of special and heavy haulage once again, starring a semi with a payload capacity of 116 tonnes (255,700 lbs). An extendable Broshuis semi-low loader with […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_2740.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2024 Volvo FH16 8×4/4 And 2021 Broshuis PL2 3+7 – Adding Up To a 52-Wheeler (Without Spares)")
CC Global: 2024 Volvo FH16 8×4/4 And 2021 Broshuis PL2 3+7 – Adding Up To a 52-Wheeler (Without Spares)
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 14 CommentsAh yes, the intriguing world of special and heavy haulage once again, starring a semi with a payload capacity of 116 tonnes (255,700 lbs). An extendable Broshuis semi-low loader with […] -
![In reality, there is really no conflict between “Real Car Guys” and “Tourists”. One of my favorite blog sites has been “My Jaguar Experience”, which presented a dichotomy of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/us-vs-them-jpg.png?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Commentary: “Real Car Guys” vs “Tourists.”")
Curbside Commentary: “Real Car Guys” vs “Tourists.”
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 49 CommentsIn reality, there is really no conflict between “Real Car Guys” and “Tourists”. One of my favorite blog sites has been “My Jaguar Experience”, which presented a dichotomy of […] -
![Yes, I know it’s an endless point of debate, but let’s face it, the original (1963-1965) Riviera is the greatest of them all. It was an absolute styling sensation […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/riv-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Review: 1965 Buick Riviera GS – The Ultimate Riviera; In Looks And Performance")
Vintage Review: 1965 Buick Riviera GS – The Ultimate Riviera; In Looks And Performance
Posted on November 15, 2024 | 30 CommentsYes, I know it’s an endless point of debate, but let’s face it, the original (1963-1965) Riviera is the greatest of them all. It was an absolute styling sensation […] -
![(first posted 11/10/2018) Here’s the final installment of Road and Track’s long term test of a first year 1975 Rabbit. The plan was to test it only […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/scans0018.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage 48,000 Mile Test: 1976 VW Rabbit – How VW Handed Over The US Import Market to the Japanese")
Vintage 48,000 Mile Test: 1976 VW Rabbit – How VW Handed Over The US Import Market to the Japanese
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 66 Comments(first posted 11/10/2018) Here’s the final installment of Road and Track’s long term test of a first year 1975 Rabbit. The plan was to test it only […] -
![(first posted 7/31/2014) We here at CC simply don’t do things part way. Maybe we have all been schooled by the Teutonic discipline of our founder, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/1972AMCJavelin04.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Car Show Classic: 1972 AMC Javelin Pierre Cardin – No, Really…")
Car Show Classic: 1972 AMC Javelin Pierre Cardin – No, Really…
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 108 Comments(first posted 7/31/2014) We here at CC simply don’t do things part way. Maybe we have all been schooled by the Teutonic discipline of our founder, […] -
![(first posted 6/9/2018) Everyone has different theories. My theory is the creation of the Allante goes something like this…. …One day back in the early to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cadillac-v16-1930.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Classic: 1987 Cadillac Allante – Apple Pie In An Italian Suit")
Curbside Classic: 1987 Cadillac Allante – Apple Pie In An Italian Suit
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 47 Comments(first posted 6/9/2018) Everyone has different theories. My theory is the creation of the Allante goes something like this…. …One day back in the early to […] -
![I stumbled into this ad from 1961 and just had to share it with you. The continental spare mount is bad enough ($29.95), but it’s also available with a trailer […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/sprite-tow-hitch.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Vintage Ad: Continental Kit With Trailer Hitch For Bugeye Sprite – “Want To Haul A Trailer?”")
Vintage Ad: Continental Kit With Trailer Hitch For Bugeye Sprite – “Want To Haul A Trailer?”
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 16 CommentsI stumbled into this ad from 1961 and just had to share it with you. The continental spare mount is bad enough ($29.95), but it’s also available with a trailer […] -
![Doesn’t that lovely line of Volvo 140 butts make you want to say “Man, I remember when cars came in so many different colors!”? That’s been my comment on that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/DSC_0129.jpeg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Musings: Bringing Color Back – There’s Actually A Lot Out There, Curbside and Otherwise")
Curbside Musings: Bringing Color Back – There’s Actually A Lot Out There, Curbside and Otherwise
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 71 CommentsDoesn’t that lovely line of Volvo 140 butts make you want to say “Man, I remember when cars came in so many different colors!”? That’s been my comment on that […] -
![Nissan’s former reputation for sportiness, dating back to its days peddling Datsuns, is all but gone today. The Maxima died in 2023, but the manufacturer still maintains a well-rounded lineup […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/stanza-8.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Junkyard Classic: 1987 Nissan Stanza – Mini Maxima")
Junkyard Classic: 1987 Nissan Stanza – Mini Maxima
Posted on November 14, 2024 | 10 CommentsNissan’s former reputation for sportiness, dating back to its days peddling Datsuns, is all but gone today. The Maxima died in 2023, but the manufacturer still maintains a well-rounded lineup […]
