Car Spot: 72 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser

Classic 4x4 fun Classics are cool. Whether you're talking Jeeps, Fords, Toyotas, or whatever, there's something about the lines and design of classic iron that draws the eye and captures the imagination. This is one reason why so many vintage 4x4s survive today. This '72 FJ40 Land Cruiser is a perfect example of a classic.... Continue Reading →

January 25, 2026 0

Truck Spot: 1977 Jeep J-10 Honcho

This week's spot, a 77 Jeep J-10 Honcho, is a perfect example of a rugged, functional, and distinctive American pickup that became a cult classic for its blend of capability and style. It came standard with an AMC 360 V8 engine, often with a 4-barrel carburetor, and Dana 4-wheel drive. After AMC had acquired Jeep... Continue Reading →

September 14, 2025 0

Car Spot: 73 AMC Levi’s Gremlin

The start of an automotive fashion movement I get a lot of abuse for being such an American Motors geek. Part of it comes from my dad working there for 27 years in the Parts Division located in Milwaukee, but just thought they were cool. I know, it's a relative term. They always were able... Continue Reading →

August 31, 2025 0

Car Spot: 1st gen Datsun 240Z

Remember Datsun? Well, it's Nissan now and the Z car was one of its earliest successes in the US market.

July 27, 2025 1

Car Spot: 69 Kaiser Jeep J-3000 Gladiator Pickup Truck

A time capsule from Toledo Why fix something that's not broken? That was Jeep Corporation's strategy in the 60's. So many Jeeps were derived from the SJ platform like my spot this week, a 69 Kaiser Jeep J-3000 Gladiator Pickup Truck I discovered at the Chicago Auto Show. This Gladiator looked just like it had... Continue Reading →

March 7, 2025 0

Car Spot: 2002 Pontiac Firebird

The end of the line for a really fun car Its hard to image but the Pontiac Firebird has now been gone for 16 years. Debuting in 1967 just five months after its sister car the Camaro hit the road it became an iconic muscle car that helped define the genre. This week's spot, a... Continue Reading →

February 21, 2025 0

Car Spot: 66 Ford Mustang Hertz Rent a Racer GT350-H

A fun ride for a weekend rip. OK, time for a little bit of honesty here. Who wouldn't jump at the chance to rent a hot car for the weekend? Boy if you don't have a hand up, you shouldn't be here reading my latest post because that's what it's all about. I'd love to... Continue Reading →