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Two Style Leaders: the 1938 Oldsmobiles

Posted on March 4, 2026 by MCG
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Oldsmobile proclaimed itself the style leader for 1938 with two distinct models: the six-cylinder F-38 and the L-38 with straight-eight power. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1938 Oldsmobile, Automatic Safety Transmission, Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile F-38, Oldsmobile L-38 | 1 Reply

The Car That Made Buick Famous: the 1908-10 Model 10

Posted on March 3, 2026 by MCG
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Buick was a success almost from the start, but the car that really put the company on the map was the 1908 Model 10. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick, Buick Model 10, Buick Motor Company, General Motors, William C. Durant | 6 Replies

MCG Executive Briefing for March 2, 2026

Posted on March 1, 2026 by MCG
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The 1959 Corvette Stingray prototype will be featured in a new exhibit at the Savoy Automobile Museum. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

Posted in Executive Briefing | 4 Replies

Less Than Memorable: the 1974 Buick Apollo GSX

Posted on March 1, 2026 by MCG
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From the era of simulated muscle cars came the 1974  Apollo GSX, an easily forgettable decal GT from Buick. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1974 Buick Apollo GSX, Buick, Buick Apollo | 2 Replies

The Start of Something Big: the Chrysler 273 V8

Posted on February 28, 2026 by MCG
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Mighty oaks from little acorns grow, it’s been said, and it certainly applies to the 273 cubic-inch V8 introduced by Chrysler in 1964. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler, Chrysler 273 V8, Chrysler Corporation, Chrysler LA series V8 | 9 Replies

MCG Executive Briefing for February 27, 2026

Posted on February 26, 2026 by MCG
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This rare 1942 Mercury Woody Station Wagon will be offered at the Mecum Auctions Glendale sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

Posted in Executive Briefing | 3 Replies

Downwardly Mobile: Mercury for 1961

Posted on February 26, 2026 by MCG
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The entire Mercury lineup was moved down market in 1961, almost directly into Ford territory. Let’s look at the strategy and offerings. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1961 Mercury, Ford Motor Company, Mercury, Mercury Meteor | 6 Replies

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