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On My Travels: Pamela Popo’s Peugeot 404 in Paris

Written by Ken Altes

Pamela Popo turns out to be a restaurant in Paris. In fact, her website shows that this classic Peugeot 404 sedan is in front of her restaurant. The 404 was made from 1960 to 1975, and made under license in Africa until 1991. More than 1.8 million variants of this durable car were built, with either a 1.6 gas, or 1.8 diesel, four cylinder engine. Its handsome lines were penned by Pininfarina.  Exploring Paris on a bicycle allows pretty wide coverage and ease of stopping to get a pic. So far, after four days, I haven’t found much else to stop for except a Daimler version of an 80s Jag sedan and a pristine NY Checker cab. My mom briefly had 504 wagon but it didn’t last long because it was without AC, in Dallas. Peugeots were tough with lots of wheel travel making them comfortable and good for rough going, explaining why they were so popular in Africa and as taxis.Peugeot 404 in Paris France front Peugeot 404 in Paris France at Pamela Popo restaurant Peugeot 404 in Paris France

On My Travels: 1960s Fiat 1100 Familiare in Noto, Italy

Written by Ken Altes

I love wagons wherever I find them. This sweet long-roof was in Noto, Italy, a beautifully preserved Sicilian baroque town. 1960s Fiat 1100 Familiare Noto, Italy1960s Fiat 1100 Familiare Noto, Italy, Sicily1960s Fiat 1100 Familiare Noto, Italy, rear view

On My Travels: Alfa Romeo 1969 33/2 Coupe Speciale at Museum in Milan, Italy

Written by Ken Altes

In honor of  China’s Cultural Revolution’s 50th anniversary, I have temporarily expelled myself from Austin for a thorough cultural retraining. On my wanderings in the wilderness, I discovered a very profound truth:  Alfa Romeo’s factory museum in Milan, Italy. It’s a doozy, with many excruciatingly beautiful cars. I took these pictures and many more to be posted later. This 1969 33/2 Coupe Speciale is a show car.IMG_0294 Alfa Romeo 1969 33:2 Coupe Speciale Milan, Italy IMG_0298 IMG_0303 Alfa Romeo 1969 33-2 Coupe Speciale Milan, ItalyAlfa Romeo 1969 33-2 Coupe Speciale Milan, Italy IMG_0304 Alfa Romeo 1969 33-2 Coupe Speciale Milan, Italy IMG_0305 Alfa Romeo 1969 33-2 Coupe Speciale Milan, Italy

On My Travels: Volkswagen Convertible on Santorini Island

Written by Ken Altes

Stumbled upon this classic Volkswagen convertible in Santorini, Greece, during my escape from authorities in Austin. I’ll be back when the statute of limitations has expired for my transgression.Classic VW convertible in Santorini, GreeceClassic VW convertible in Santorini, Greece, detail emblemClassic VW convertible in Santorini, Greece, sideClassic VW convertible in Santorini, Greece, rear view