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The cars we loved.

2001-2005 Hyundai XG: The Evolution of Value


It seemed not long ago that the mention of Hyundai and luxury would inspire laughter. No one’s laughing now, but Hyundai was not always crossed shopped with the likes of … Continue reading

May 19, 2013 · Leave a Comment

2000-2013 Panoz Esperante: Down Home Southern Exotic


Between 1896 and 1930 there were over 1,800 car builders in America. Today that number has dwindled down to the big two (or three )and a handful of big transplants. … Continue reading

May 15, 2013 · 1 Comment

1996-2000 Chrysler Sebring JXi Convertible: It Was the Best of Times


The 90’s was a relatively good time for Chrysler. It had cars that people actually wanted to buy at all ends of the spectrum. Somewhere between the cheekiness of the … Continue reading

May 11, 2013 · 1 Comment

1958-1971 Subaru 360: The Start of Something Big


Many car makers are thinking small today. Unlike years ago, they are taking little cars seriously, if only to boost their corporate fuel averages (CAFE). Even in truck and SUV … Continue reading

May 8, 2013 · Leave a Comment

2005-2013 Toyota Aygo: Small Ambitions


Not long ago, the Ford Ka was featured on this site. Its been a one ton fun machine for crowded urban areas in Europe for years. The Ka represents a whole category … Continue reading

May 4, 2013 · Leave a Comment

1991-1995 Bugatti EB110: Right Car Wrong Time


Bugatti is one of the most legendary names in automotive design and engineering. The 100+ year old French company was known for building advanced race cars during it’s peak in … Continue reading

May 1, 2013 · 1 Comment

1993 HKS Plus Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4: Eclipsed Star


Back when Mitsubishi built sporty two cars, it offered something for almost everyone. From the Colt to the GTO, Mitsubishi seemed to have the bases covered. While globally Mitsubishi’s performance … Continue reading

April 28, 2013 · Leave a Comment

1982-1991 Pontiac 6000 STE: Getting In the Game


There was a time when the slogan ‘Pontiac Builds Excitement” was really beginning to mean something in the early 80’s. GM’s excitement division appeared to be on a roll while … Continue reading

April 23, 2013 · Leave a Comment

1987-1988 HDT Brock Director: A Commodore Dressed for Street Fighting


Automotive design is becoming increasingly global in that the differences between nations and cultures are slowly diminishing. Global planning and outreach has become a way of life for large auto … Continue reading

April 21, 2013 · Leave a Comment

1998-2002 Honda Accord: The Textbook Family Sedan


From the looks of it, the Ohio built sixth generation Honda Accord may have taken a few steps backward in the looks department. Although pleasant and never offensive looking, it … Continue reading

April 17, 2013 · Leave a Comment
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