Mitsubishi did build a few great cars over the years. The DSM cars were fantastic, especially the turbo versions. I owned an old Galant VR4 for a few years and got to know the parts manager at the local dealership pretty well. It was a very fun car, especially with a few upgrades. Sadly nowadays if you want a second rate vehicle and a really poor dealer experience, you head over to your friendly local Mitsu dealer. ... View more

If you ever find yourself in Nashville, do not leave without visiting the Lane. It is one of the most interesting collections I have ever run across. We knew we were about to experience something special when we pulled into the parking garage and ended up parking next to a work in progress Amphicar. Pay the small fee to visit the basement which is as fascinating as the main floor display area. ... View more

Just a few miles west is another charming little town, Hammondsport, and the Glen H. Curtis museum. This is a must for those interested in early aviation history. ... View more

Good one! ... View more

I suspect the GTI might be a tad quicker at the childish stoplight drags, but only with the DSG. The 3 T would likely walk on the six speed manual GTI. (Car and Driver: 0-60 GTI Manual-6.0, Mazda 3 Turbo 5.6. The Mazda AWD and 320 lb-ft will get it off the line quicker. The slush box will keep it in front at least for a while. ... View more

You could do an entire blog just on Volkswagen ads for the original Beetle. ... View more

" [Simpson] says to expect difficulty finding parts for the ...Mitsubishi Galant VR4, and other “off the wall cars.” The VR4 shares its engine and much of the drive train with the DSM cars...Mitsubishi Eclipse, Plymouth Laser, Eagle Talon, etc. Glass, body panels, etc. and many interior parts were common to regular Galants. While only 3000 VR4s were imported in 91 and 92, most parts are easier to come by than those on my first generation Honda Accord. ... View more

Who knows what the next hot trend in the ever changing collector car world will be. You may have let the Greenbrier go too soon. ... View more

Nothing for me here. But my need is very specific. Pre-1990, convertible or targa, automatic, fun to drive. So the Merc 560 checks those boxes, more or less, but is a bit porky for my tastes. ... View more

All of them, except for the Datsun 1000. We own a 2012 Danger Ranger. It's simple, surprisingly well built and reliable. I don't know how anyone except big city dwellers gets along without a small (or large) pickup in their stable. ... View more

Very cool. This has the AMG factor and appears to be in nice condition. But the Galant VR4 is also pretty rare--only 3000 imported to North America over two years--had more power (turbo), all wheel drive, all wheel steering, and a nicer interior. With reversible bolt-ons, injectors, a flashed ecu chip and a manual boost controller you can easily get 300HP. Driver quality VR4s go for low bucks and are a lot of fun, especially in rain or snow. And of course North American models come with the steering wheel on the correct (left) side. Right hand drive is cool but a real pain at the drive up teller/ATM and drive through fast food places.  ... View more

Thanks for that trip down memory lane. I loved the original article all the more as I owned a white 1G CRX at the time. But I didn't remember the Accord engine swap...or maybe I missed an issue of CandD. Those early-ish years of Car and Driver are like Saturday Night Live with the original cast, a little crazy but fondly remembered. ... View more

As pointed out in the BaT auction comments, the fog lights were a dealer installed option. ... View more

I can't argue with anyone who suggests the great roads in the Smokey Mountains. But for great roads and scenic beauty, the Finger Lakes of western New York State is worthy of a nod. Toss in a number of fine wineries, charming villages, and skilled craft creators and you get a combination that is unmatched east of the Rockies. ... View more