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Stephen A. Smith Nearly Died in a Mercury Topaz

Stephen A. Smith Nearly Died in a Mercury Topaz

The legendary sports commentator and author of 'Straight Shooter: A Memoir of Second Chances and First Takes' tells the tale of his first car.

PublishedJanuary 24, 2023

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Car Culture

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Car Buying

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Announcements

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Nostalgia You Can Taste

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Movies

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First Drive

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