From when AMC was still rocking the pony car world I'm a huge AMC geek, for those who don't know it already, dad worked in the parts division for 27 years from 1963 to 1987. Those were fun times because he was always bringing fun stuff for me to drive after I got my license.... Continue Reading →
Why the 1966 Corvette is a Must-Have Classic Car
Another great Bill Mitchell design ... I have a bucket list of ten cars I would buy when I win the Powerball. You might have thought since I love AMCs that maybe a 1970 AMX would be first in line. I would make the list but number one would be a brand new Corvette ZR1.... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: Jaguar XKR
It's sex on wheels! When I think of British sports cars, Jaguar comes to mind maybe from watching too many Bond movies. There's just something about a Jaaaaaaag! Mark and I have driven a couple of them and they are fun. This week's spot, an XKR is a perfect example of that. Perfect day for... Continue Reading →
Exploring the 1959 Ford Ranchero’s Unique Legacy
Borrowing a page from Australian auto enthusiasts ... I love the Australians because of their passion for cars. They love performance cars with big V-8s and their utes. In many ways they were trend setters and the reason for this week's spot, a 1959 Ford Ranchero. They were cutting the backs off cars and trucks... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 75 Cosworth Vega
When the compact Chevrolet Vega was introduced in 1971, the "sporty car"nothing more than trim and decals. Newly appointed Chevrolet General Manager John DeLorean (father of the DeLorean) wanted a Vega that would be more than a trim package. He wanted a Vega that would compete with high-performance imports from Europe. Having developed the "race... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 96 Ford F-350 XLT 3-Row
When two rows in a big pickup truck just aren't enough America loves pickup trucks! Once found only on work sites and farms they are now a mainstream family vehicle and can be optioned out better than most luxury cars. Out of the top five sales of US manufacturers pickup trucks take up three spots... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 1975 Honda Civic CVCC
Honda was way ahead of the game when it came to US emissions Still going through EAA AirVenture withdrawal. I was up at this year's annual airplane gathering, the 71st edition of the event is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. One of the big sponsors, and a supporter of WomenVenture (which... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: Willys MB Jeep
One of three decisive weapons the U.S. had during WWII It was almost a case of being in the right place at the right time. America had just been pulled into WWII. Our boys needed a vehicle lighter than the 3/4 ton Dodge trucks used then. The idea of the jeep originated with the infantry,... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible
Oldsmobile's final drop-top Nothing says Summer in Wisconsin than a convertible. This week's spot is an early 70's Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible. A sunny day with temps in the mid-70s is just the perfect day for a car like this. Would have been tough to miss this gen in the parking lot of the golf... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon
Love a sporty wagon, don't you? Cadillac used to build a fast one. Read on!