Welcome to PatinaProof's inaugural post! After years of wandering beautiful Northern California's junk yards - (or is it Northern California's beautiful junk yards?) - I have decided to share some of the not so hidden treasures that I've come across... Keep in mind I shoot these on a moments notice - and usually have limited info on the vehicle... That's where you come in! Maybe you see your first car? Or perhaps memories of a road trip come to mind? Feel free to comment & share your knowledge.... And as always, if you're not sure - it's ok to make it up!
Here we have what I consider to be one of the best looking (and rare) classic Japanese old-school rides out there..... an early seventies Toyota Carina from what I can tell. I'm guessing this was the traditional little-old-lady-from-California grocery getter.... somewhere near the coast, judging from the surface rust on the roof.....
What I like: One of the meanest front ends ever! Also, great trunk lines....
Well, until next time...
Ira
