It has been a while, but welcome back to Choices. During this segment’s hiatus, we have evolved and simplified the series. We now pit three or four seemingly similar cars against one another and ask you a simple question. Which one would you theoretically keep as your favourite, and which one do you despise enoughContinue reading “Friday Fun – Choices: Miata Alternatives”
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Winged Car Wednesday – Chevrolet Cobalt SS
Today’s entry on Winged Car Wednesday may have one of the more ridiculous looking rear wings. But don’t be fooled by the Chevrolet Cobalt SS – it was still a serious compact performance vehicle. Initially offered with a 2.0-liter supercharged four-cylinder engine, the Cobalt SS S/C made a healthy 205 hp when released in 2005.Continue reading “Winged Car Wednesday – Chevrolet Cobalt SS”
Find of the Day – 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport Manual
I consider myself well versed in obscure ’80s and ’90s American cars, but here is one I did now know existed – a manual transmission 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity. Yes, you read that correct. In the 1980’s the Celebrity Eurosport could be had with a five speed manual transmission hooked up to the 2.8-liter V6 engine.Continue reading “Find of the Day – 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport Manual”
Find of the Day – Custom Chevy Powered Porsche 928
Here is something completely different. A 1980 Porsche 928 Euro-spec that has been thoroughly modified. For starters, there is a 350 cubic inch Chevy V8 engine up front, complete with air intake sprouting from the hood. The taillights, rear spoiler and wheels have been reworked. Actually, it might be easier to list what is stillContinue reading “Find of the Day – Custom Chevy Powered Porsche 928”
Find of the Day – 1989 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
Remember when these behemoths ruled the streets? Before the minivans took over? Well, if you are looking to relive the past with a V8-powered condominium on wheels, you’re in luck. This 1989 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon has 169,000 km on the odometer and is reported to have a rebuilt engine, rebuilt engine and fresh paint. SpeakingContinue reading “Find of the Day – 1989 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon”
Graded: Chevrolet Corvette C4
Welcome to Graded. Here we discuss legendary marques, models, or trim packages and affix a letter grade to a selection of vehicles falling under that topic. The grades mean nothing and are completely arbitrary. I fully encourage you to tell me what I got wrong and how you would grade them instead. Have some funContinue reading “Graded: Chevrolet Corvette C4”
Confessions – King of the (Rental) Hill
Every Victoria Day Long Weekend we would make the pilgrimage to Canadian Tire Motorsports Park (then Mosport). It was an unofficial tradition that began when I was 13 years of age and continued until I was well into my 20s. My Dad, Cousin, Uncle and a few others would make the annual trek. We’d allContinue reading “Confessions – King of the (Rental) Hill”
Graded: Chevrolet Front-Wheel Drive ‘Z’ Cars
Welcome back to Graded. Here we discuss legendary marques, models, or trim packages, and then affix a letter grade to a selection of vehicles falling under that topic. The grades mean nothing and are completely arbitrary. I fully encourage you to tell me what I got wrong and how you would grade them instead. HaveContinue reading “Graded: Chevrolet Front-Wheel Drive ‘Z’ Cars”
Chevrolet Cobalt SS – Missed Connection
When we last left my vehicular adventures, I had just acquired a new job, sold my Camaro and now needed a newer, more reliable car. I went into the dealership with an honest enough mission. Buy a base Cobalt coupe, with a manual transmission, to save money and gas. But as often happens with me,Continue reading “Chevrolet Cobalt SS – Missed Connection”
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