Once Fabulous Tunes, Sadly Now Mere Jingles
Once fabulous tunes, sadly now mere jingles. If you were born in the early 70s or earlier, you will recognize long forgotten themes in radio or TV commercials. Sometimes they…
Now What Are These Old British “Z” Cars I Like?
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Spotlight On The Classic Opel Rekord P 2 Automobile
Let’s shine the spotlight on the Opel Rekord P 2. Why the Opel Rekord, and why the P 2? The reason is personal. This was the first relatively large car…
Kenny Rogers and My Love of Country Music
Kenny Rogers and My Love of Country Music. With his coming death anniversary, in March, I want to reflect on the late Kenny Rogers and my love of Country Music.…
GM’s 1st FWD Was an Outstanding Masterpiece
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Spandau Ballet Personified New Wave
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Is the 60s a Golden Decade for the Convertible?
Is the 60s a Golden Decade for the Convertible? Is the 60s a Golden Decade for the Convertible? Sure, we had roadsters/spyders/convertibles before, and since this decade. But it seems…
Ford Capri – “Fun For the Common Man”
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“Model Shop” (1969) – It’s Not About Toys
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Pontiac GTO – One of the Original Muscle Cars
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