The fabulous ’60s show rods of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, including his Beatnik Bandit shown above, will form a special display at the Amelia Island Concours on March 11. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
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Auction Watch: Preston Tucker’s Personal 1948 Tucker
In January, Preston Tucker’s personal Tucker 48, serial number 1029, will roll across the auction block at the RM Sotheby’s 2018 Arizona sale. Here’s a preview of the important offering. Continue reading
Video: Presenting the 1941 Ford Line
Ford totally redesigned its passenger car line for the 1941 model year, and this sweet little company film records all the changes, from the new, longer chassis to the improved flathead V8 engine. Here’s the grand tour. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for December 8, 2017
At $17.99 million, this 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione was the top seller at the RM Sotheby’s New York City 2017 auction in Manhattan. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Behind the Scenes With Richard Petty, 1967
In 1967, Richard Petty won 27 of the 48 races he entered, including an astounding 10 in a row. Here’s a rare look behind the scenes at the Petty home and shop in that magic NASCAR season. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the 1967 AMC Ambassador DPL
The Ambassador DPL was American Motors’ challenger in the value-luxury field pioneered by the Ford LTD and Chevrolet Caprice. See how the automaker marketed the DPL in this original 1967 AMC spot. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for December 4, 2017
Originally driven by Phil Hill, this 1952 Jaguar C-Type will be offered at the RM Sotheby’s ICONS sale in New York City, where it is expected to bring $5.5 million to $7 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading