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down on the street bonus edition
Sporty 1974 Ford Maverick Coupe Sneers At Its Stodgy Sedan Neighbor
My stash of DOTSBE photos includes many from Denver, and so I'm able to post two Mile High Mavericks today! More »
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Comment by tonyola: Sorry, but "sporty" and "Maverick" don't belong in the same sentence. Less honest than the Falcon it was derived from,... 11 Responses | Other threads
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down on the junkyard
This 1974 Corolla Wagon Will Never Get The Chance To Be A Drift King
This series is becoming something of an exercise in masochism for some readers; we've jabbed red-hot pokers into the eyes of Volvo fans and cheese-gratered the hearts of Mercedes-Benz lovers. How about a vintage Toyota? More »
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Comment by alowishus: But but but that's an original RX-7 next to it! Waaaaaaa! 4 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1982 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Mercedes-Benz built the R107 for nearly 20 years- definitely DOTS-worthy! More »
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Comment by darkstar: I have a soft spot for old mercs. They're really quite nice. 11 Responses | Other threads
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classic ad watch
1982: It's A Malaise-O-Rama $2188 Sale At Bert Weinman Ford!
Now, Bert Weinman Ford in Chicago was sacrificing those new '82s at below dealer cost, but who cared when you could pick up an air-conditioned '77 LTD Country Squire 9-passenger wagon for $2,188? More »
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Comment by smalleyxb122: When I saw that there were Sunday hours, I had to do a little research, because as far back as... 6 Responses | Other threads
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Index Of Effluency
Citation X-11 Gears Up For LeMons New England, Will Prove X-Body Superiority
When the LeMons perpetrators get together, the conversation inevitably turns to the "Cars We Wish Someone Would Bring To A Race" topic. The Chevy Citation X-11 always makes our Top Ten list. More »
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Comment by eggwich del fierow your own: What a sleeper! Underneath that sheetmetal lies the heart of an 84 Fiero SE4, just waiting to rage! 5 Responses | Other threads
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junkyard find
The Worst— Or Maybe The Best— Custom Van Theme Ever: Kidnapper Van!
Back in the 70s, your vans with Hawaiian Sunset, Mars Base, and Aztec Sacrifice airbrush murals came a dime a dozen. Here's a custom van that must have turned some heads in its time! More »
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Comment by .357: I can imagine The Truth from San Andreas owning this car. 21 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1975 MGB
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. The street-driven MGB is nearly extinct these days. More »
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Comment by oyumurtaci: Which MG was it that looked like a breadvan? I was helping my boss fix up an old Spitfire, and... 11 Responses | Other threads
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project car hell
PCH, Post-GTO Jim Wangers Edition: 1977 Pontiac Can Am or 1976 Ford Mustang Cobra II?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and most hellish! Automotive marketing genius Jim Wangers didn't quit the car business when the GTO's reign ended. More »
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Comment by pauljones: I'm a brave soul. I would grab them both. While I generally like the Mustang II notchbacks a little better than... 5 Responses | Other threads
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junkyard find
1982 Datsun Voice Warning Box Used Tiny Phonograph Record, Just Like Moon Base Robots
Certain high-end Datsun models of the Late Malaise Era came with a seriously science-fictiony feature: the car talked to you! That's no big deal nowadays- $1.29 worth of silicon- but back then it took hardware.
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Comment by abgwin: this is the first post in a week or so that has made me smile. ms. murilee, you are priceless. 17 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
Donked AMC Hornet Sportabout Sports Hella Bass, Truck Nutz
Normally, we wouldn't recommend adding big ol' donkin' wheels, JC Whitney leaf-spring shackles, and Truck Nutz to a Malaise Era wagon. However, this combo works perfectly on a primered '76 Hornet Sportabout! More »
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Comment by FP - pass the stars, please: What the fuck? This thing's a riot. The knock-off spinners and subdued paint make the donks acceptable, and the "Union... 16 Responses | Other threads
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nice price or crack pipe
Amazingly Low Mileage 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible for $26,000
When Sir Walter Raleigh failed to find the lost city of El Dorado, the king of England had him beheaded. Here's a Nice Price or Crack Pipe '76 Eldorado that can also flip its lid. More »
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By GraverobberComment by aSoundofSleep: Needs more: Throw in a set of those babies and you have got yourself a done deal! 5 Responses | Other threads
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amc
What Does The Billetproof Chief Perpetrator Drive?
When you're in charge of both Billetproof and the Concours d'Lemons, you aren't allowed to use a Camry as your daily driver. No, you must roll Kenosha style! More »
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Comment by FuzzlessPlushroom, ya fuckin' berk: The lack of a stick is the only real downer here. It has a 304, right? Right? 6 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
Look Upon My Works, Ye Mighty, And Despair: The Moloney Coupe
This is Down On The Street Bonus Edition, where we check out interesting street-parked cars located in places other than the Island That Rust Forgot. You like chrome? We like chrome! Everyone likes chrome! More »
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Comment by eggwich del fierow your own: I don't like chrome anywhere except on a bumper. Disagree and get chromed, yo. 8 Responses | Other threads
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mini
1978: The Best Mini Yet!
Even in the throes of its seemingly endless decline and fall, British Leyland was still able to get one car more or less right: the tough little Mini. More »
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Comment by Leeeeena - 1000 Club: There are at least five original Minis on the San Francisco Craigslist right now. I'm starting to get mad... 8 Responses | Other threads
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junkyard find
1974 Ford Mustang II
There are some parts that usually disappear within minutes of hitting a self-service junkyard. Ford Granada brakes, for example; everyone knows they'll bolt right onto a 60s Mustang. The Mustang II front suspension is another. More »
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Comment by .357: What's that white car next to it? I believe it's a Caddy, but I can't seem to figure it out... 11 Responses | Other threads
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novelties
Bad Brats And Hot Rabbits: Forget Your Malaise With Weird Wheels!
I was a huge fan of the original mid-70s Wacky Packages (particularly the car-themed cards), so I can't believe I totally missed their 1980 descendants: Weird Wheels! More »
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Comment by A strolling player: Drag-on! How apropos! I would drag-on that Space Stude halfway to next Murilopnik weekend. Anyone else love the Samurai... 6 Responses | Other threads
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Comment by Ford Tempo Fan: We have a similar scene up here. Spring breakup is nearing full swing, and there is large amounts of flooding... 9 Responses | Other threads
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down on the junkyard
Painfully Clean 1980 Civic Not Rescued By Honda Restorers, Faces Crusher
While some vintage Japanese machinery gets preserved and/or restored these days, the early Civic seems to be getting the cold shoulder. When such a car gets sick, the next stop is usually the glue factory. More »
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Comment by Mobius_1000_Club: That's not a Civic! Where is the 6-feet-wide and 4-feet-tall wing and carbon fibre hood and 20 inch wheels and... 31 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
Saturday DOTS-O-Rama, Tomsk Edition: The Sun Rises Over Orange County
Welcome to Down On The Street Bonus Edition! We're back with more Tomsk photos from behind the Orange Curtain. More »
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Comment by A strolling player: I love that 'rolla from the bottom of my heart. Curiosity: Toyota used "Deluxe" and later "DX", at least in the... 5 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
DOTS-O-Rama Saturday, Tomsk Edition: Malaise Yank Tanks Of Orange County
Even with most of the weekend's posts focused on 24 Hours Of LeMons South coverage, we still need to keep up with Down On The Street Bonus Edition. Tomsk has sent in many, many photos. More »
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Comment by Ford Tempo Fan: Dear Tomsk, Please, please get pictures of a Ford Tempo or Mercury Topaz. I've been viewing Jalopnik for... 10 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Cabriolet
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. In the German cars of DOTS, the Rabbit count was too low!
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Comment by dculberson: Murilee, a friend of mine just bought a 1981 Rabbit Diesel. Yes, voluntarily. That's the only car I've... 7 Responses | Other threads
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junkyard find
Striking Black Gold In The Junkyard
You figure it's a special junkyard day when you spot a full-on art car (not like the half-assed kind you usually see), so it came as no shock when I found another cool machine nearby.
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Comment by Joshua Pacada: I have a strange urge to take a 370Z and paint it in 'black gold'. 14 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1973 Chevrolet Caprice Classic, With Bonus Big Chevy Poll
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Big Chevrolets like this once ruled the highways of North America.
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Comment by Leeeeena - 1000 Club: Be honest folks: how many of you have been convinced by the DOTS posts that you want to move to... 19 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
Mystery Nightmare Car Plus Bonus NHRA Pace Car Firebird Down On The Spanish Dirt Lot
This is Down On The Street Bonus Edition, where we see interesting street-parked cars in places other than the Island That Rust Forgot. Dominick was car shopping in Malaga when he found these two. More »
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Comment by Manic King 2: Les Dunham seams to be worst car designer ever, behold the magnificence: [www.madle.org] 23 Responses | Other threads
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auctions
52 Low-Mile AMCs To Go Under The Gavel, We Stagger Back In Awe
How would you like to own a totally original 1,718-mile 1980 Pacer? Perhaps a 1970 Rebel Machine 390? Or even- are you sitting down?- the coveted Gucci Edition 1973 Hornet wagon? More »
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Comment by Tiberiuswise: I think this deserves a pilgrimage. Perhaps the first ever Jalopnik field trip (LeMons aside). Like those internet enabled kids... 11 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1974 Jensen-Healey
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. We saw one in San Francisco and two in the junkyard…
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Comment by skitter: It's obvious that the 907 derives its power from the dual overhead camshafts. DOHC means twice as much power. /Welds junk... 13 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1976 BMW 2002
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. 2002s everywhere on the island, so let's see another!
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Comment by UDMan: I kind of preferred the big bumper design. BMW at that time seemed to have the ability to tack on... 7 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1979 Chevrolet Corvette
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. We haven't seen an Alameda Corvette since this '73.
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Comment by P161911 now with M POWER!: I've really got to get the 77 Vette in the basement back on the road. Going off to look through crate... 4 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street bonus edition
DOTS-O-Rama Sunday, San Francisco Edition: 1978 Ferrari 400
This is Down On The Street Bonus Edition, where we admire street-parked cars located in places other than the Island That Rust Forgot. Would you park your Ferrari in the City Of Unlimited Door Dings? More »
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Comment by Graverobber: . . . every time some piss bum hurled a spark plug through a window in order to scavenge... 6 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1980 Honda Civic
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. A few first- and second-gen Civics still roam the island nowadays.
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Comment by lilwillie heart clicks GM: /threadjack speaking of old cars..... Anyone well versed on the Triumph GT6 cars, specifically 1970? Looking at one to purchase and restore. //threadjack... 9 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1973 Buick Electra 225
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Remember when a big ol' Detroit dinosaur was always a cheap-transportation option?
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Comment by FromaBuick6: Is that an '86-'91 Taurus wheel in the backseat? Even this guy's tires get to enjoy the luxury here. 9 Responses | Other threads
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classic ad watch
The 1980 Porsche 924: Kicks Ass At Le Mans, Hauls Your Scuba Gear
Here's what appears to be a late-night German infomercial for the 1980 Porsche 924 and 924 Turbo. Outdoorsy young Porsche owners, dedicated Porsche factory workers, and Porsche Le Mans racers all make appearances.
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Comment by jduffy13: Agreed, it's the S or no 924 at all. Even then, timing belt replacement is like $3,000 in these things. 2 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1973 Chevrolet Camaro
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. How about a nice early-second-gen Camaro today? More »
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Comment by pauljones: Most people place greater value on the split-bumper RS package, but I kind of like the full-bumper version, partially because... 7 Responses | Other threads
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nice price or crack pipe
Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: 70-Mile 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT For $13,500?
We've had four Nice Price verdicts in a row, with yesterday's 49 grand R63 AMG Benz being the latest. Can a ridiculously low-mile example of GM Malaise keep the run going? More »
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Comment by jedchev: The 77 has the reliable Iron Duke 4-cyl, not the bimetallic engine of 71. They still had a tendency to... 5 Responses | Other threads
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classic ad watch
Smooth And Fast As A Bullet Train: The 1981 Renault Le Car
Was the Renault Le Car (aka Renault 5) really the best-selling front-wheel-drive car in the world in 1981? From the country that brought us the bullet train, here comes the Le Car!
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Comment by Ash78: Passing maneuver simulated. Do not attempt in LeCar. 7 Responses | Other threads
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project car hell
PCH, Fiat-Chrysler Global Strategic Alliance Edition: Fiat Brava or Chrysler TC?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! Since Fiat and Chrysler are now henchmen, PCH must honor their alliance!
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Comment by BЯдΖǐL-ЯЄРΘЯΤЄЯ with quadrozontal expierience: Long story short: Fiat, period. 7 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1977 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Here's a well-preserved Malaise Cadillac for you. More »
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Comment by Graverobber: When I used to live in Philly, these things were all over the streets. Frequently perforated, and with a dead... 10 Responses | Other threads
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down on the street
1980 Datsun 280ZX
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. We've only seen one Alameda 280ZX in this series, so we're due!
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Comment by Bumblebee: "Datsun 280ZX by Nissan" If the infighting at the company that made this car is so severe that they have to... 4 Responses | Other threads
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ricardo montalban
Ricardo Montalban, Chrysler Cordoba Spokesman, Dead At 88
Much of the Country knew Ricardo Gonzalo Pedro Montalbán Merino as "Khan" or "the guy from Fantasy Island," but car freaks the world over knew him as the man who gave us Soft Corinthian Leather. More »
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Comment by Elvis left the building but I'm still sitting here...: At the end, his face looked like fine Corinthian leather. 4 Responses | Other threads
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engine swap
Putting V8s In Volvos Is Like Eating Peanuts: Future Drag Race Car Plucked From Redwoods
Black Metal V8olvo crew chief and mastermind Hellhammer likes stuffing V8s into cars that never came that way from the factory, and now he's learned a few things about Volvos. Let's get another one! More »
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Comment by JCWhitless: {CLARKSON ON} This would be the ideal vehicle for fetching cheese from the local shoppe, or perhaps picking up little... 14 Responses | Other threads
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