I graduated high school (Stafford, Va.) in 1981, but have lots of fond memories of the parking lot over the years. So many nice, real muscle cars and plenty of jacked-up Novas, Mustangs, etc. But the cream of the crop was a black 70 Chevelle SS 454 (unsure if LS5 or LS6) with “Back in Black” scripted on the trunk, a red Trans Am SD455 with an air-brushed hood bird, a primered GTO (rumored to be a Judge) and a gorgeous Cortez silver 69 Camaro alleged to measure fuel consumption in gallons per mile. But my favorite of all was a friend’s Dodge Dart Sport 340, light powder blue with deep dish slot wheels and slicks. At the time, I was driving a 74 Dodge Charger SE Brougham with a factory sunroof.    ... View more

The first set I ever saw was in 1975 when I was 13. They were on a 1968 Malibu, jet black. This was also the  first time I ever heard the term “jet black.” Although were eventually replaced with Cragars, I have a very vivid and fond memory of how absolutely cool they looked. I’ve been a fan ever since. ... View more

As someone who has lost my love of spoilers and wings over the years, I would have to say my all time favorite is on the 1969 GTO Judge.  ... View more

The best sounding stereo I ever owned was the stock unit in a 1997 Integra GSR, but that was the most expensive car I owned. I now have a stock appearing AM/FM/AUX unit in my 72 Beetle. It’s connected to 2 coaxial speakers in boxes behind the rear seat. Not great, but allows me to plug up the iPhone and play some music on those early morning weekend drives. In my younger days, my stereos were all about the lighting at night; the headset, equalizer and power booster, usually all Kraco or Sparkomatic. None were good, but when I now see ads in old magazines, I can’t help but smile at the memories. ... View more

Toyota GR Yaris. My daughter has a 2007 Yaris automatic. It’s actually a fun little car, but give it a 6 speed and 268hp and that fun would increase exponentially.  ... View more

 1979 Granada ESS, 250 6cyl. Paid $800. This was  a one owner, 52k mile car, but it was in fairly rough shape. Drove it as a beater for 7 years. When the steering rag joint deteriorated (among other things), I got rid of it.  ... View more

My father bought a VW Beetle ragtop brand new in 1961. I was born a year later and grew up with that little car. He sold it in 1974 when the Navy transferred us from Puerto Rico back to Connecticut. My mom had a 1969 or 1970 Squareback she also bought new. That car made the trip back from P.R., but never resonated with me like that Bug. Over the years, I have had multiple friends who have owned old VWs, but my turn always seemed to be out of reach. I never wanted one as a daily driver and was never in a position (as a teen/college student) to purchase a second car. I’ve owned a 74 Charger, 69 340 Dart Swinger, 94 Z/28, 97 Acura Integra GSR, 67 Chrysler Newport and about 20 others, but never a Bug. About 4 years ago, in my mid 50’s, my wife asked one day “What are you waiting for?” It didn’t take long for me to realize I had no valid response. I am now the proud owner of my very own VW Beetle, a 1972 Super. Every Saturday and Sunday, all throughout the year (weather permitting, since it needs a wiper motor), I have the most relaxing putts around town, just me, my Bug and my coffee……and on occasion, my wife, if it’s not overwhelmingly hot and humid like it can get during summers in Central Virginia.    ... View more

Mine just came in today too. Love it. Well worth the wait.  ... View more

 1972 Super Beetle.  ... View more

A friend of a friend in high school had one back in the early 80's. It was a 455 car and I believe it was a Stage I as well, Blue with gold lettering/side stripe. For some reason, he had it repainted by Earl Scheib, who painted over all the decals and stripes. It was just terrible.  ... View more