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MCG Executive Briefing for February 17, 2017

Posted on February 17, 2017 by MCG

Part of the Orin Smith collection, this unique 1950 Allard K1/2 is set to cross the block with no reserve at the RM Sotheby’s Amelia Island sale on March 10-11. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Sixties Sensation: The 1968 Dodge Daroo I Show Car

Posted on February 15, 2017 by MCG

In the late ’60s, the wild Barris-created Daroo I generated loads of attention for Dodge on the custom car show circuit. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Daroo I, Dodge, George Barris

Video: Behind the Scenes with the 1951 GM LeSabre Dream Car

Posted on February 14, 2017 by MCG

In this rare General  Motors footage, watch as some finishing touches are applied to Harley Earl’s masterpiece, the 1951 LeSabre dream car.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged GM LeSabre, Harley Earl

MCG Executive Briefing for February 13, 2017

Posted on February 13, 2017 by MCG

Spark Racing Technology, winner of the FIA contract to supply chassis for the Formula E Championship, has unveiled a striking new design for the series. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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The Automotive Art of Stevan Dohanos

Posted on February 12, 2017 by MCG

Many of Stevan Dohanos’ cover paintings for the Saturday Evening Post were celebrations of the automobile in American life. Here’s a small sampling of his memorable work.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Stevan Dohanos

MCG Executive Briefing for February 10, 2017

Posted on February 10, 2017 by MCG

One of only four built, this 1955 Chrysler ST Special by Ghia will be offered at the Hollywood Wheels sale at Amelia Island, where it is expected to bring up to $1 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: The Model-Making Genius of Henri Baigent

Posted on February 8, 2017 by MCG

Legendary model maker Henri Baigent built this exquisite Lotus 49-Cosworth miniature as a tribute to two-time Formula 1 World Champion Jim Clark. See the masterpiece up close in this original color newsreel piece. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Henri Baigent, Lotus 49

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