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Grace Under Pressure: 1935-36 Auburn Supercharged Straight 8

Posted on June 18, 2022 by MCG

In 1935-36, Auburn did as much as any automaker to introduce the concept of supercharging to the American car-buying public. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

MCG Executive Briefing for June 17, 2022

Posted on June 16, 2022 by MCG

This 1965 Cobra 427 CSX4000 series roadster was the top seller at the Mecum Tulsa auction, bringing $409,750. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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When Plymouth Sold Trucks

Posted on June 16, 2022 by MCG

It’s true: For a brief time, the Plymouth product line included pickup trucks. Here’s a quick rundown. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Plymouth, Plymouth Pickup

Last of The Breed: 1979 Ford Ranchero

Posted on June 15, 2022 by MCG

For the Ranchero, Ford’s sporty passenger car-based pickup, 1979 was the end of the line. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Motor Co., Ford Ranchero

Into the Sixties with Ford: A 1960 Film

Posted on June 14, 2022 by MCG

Here’s everything happening at Ford’s expansive Dearborn operations for 1960, as recorded in a beautiful color film.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Ford, Ford, Ford Motor Company, Ford Rouge Plant

MCG Executive Briefing for June 13, 2022

Posted on June 12, 2022 by MCG

A private collection of rare European vehicles, many in barn-find condition, will be offered at the Classic Le Mans auction on July 2. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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What’s in a Name: The Buick Wildcat

Posted on June 11, 2022 by MCG

The adoption of the Wildcat name signaled an important shift in brand imaging for the Buick Motor Division at General Motors. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick, Buick Wildcat, General Motors

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