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The Factory Lightweights: a Quick History

Posted on February 14, 2015 by MCG

Butch Leal Mr. 427 64 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt SS 613 LF IndyWhen the Detroit automakers went drag racing in the ’60s, they produced some very special cars that are highly prized by collectors today. Here’s a closer look at the factory lightweights.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Factory Lightweights, Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt, Hemi Cuda, Hemi Dart

MCG Executive Briefing for February 13, 2015

Posted on February 13, 2015 by MCG

1953 Fiat 8V Vignale CoupeThis rare 1953 Fiat 8V Vignale coupe is expected to bring from $1.6 million to $2 million at next month’s Gooding and Company Amelia Island sale.  Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.    Continue reading →

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Patelo’s Latest Miniature Masterpiece: a W32 Engine

Posted on February 11, 2015 by MCG

Patelo - W32Here’s the latest astonishing work of art by José Manuel Hermo Barreiro, known to the world simply as Patelo: a working, palm-sized W32 engine. Watch this stunning and moving video.  Continue reading →

Posted in Models & Miniatures, Technology | Tagged Patelo

Engines Exposed at the Henry Ford Museum

Posted on February 10, 2015 by MCG

1933 Willys George Montgomery Ford SOHC 427 CID V8Mac’s Motor City Garage pays a visit to a new exhibit at the Henry Ford Museum called Engines Exposed. Check it out.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Henry Ford Museum

MCG Executive Briefing for February 9, 2015

Posted on February 9, 2015 by MCG

1949 Talbot LagoThis twisted hulk from the Roger Baillon barn find collection was once a 1949 Talbot Lago T26 Grand Sport by Saoutchik. At the Artcurial auction in Paris on Friday, it brought a staggering $1.9 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Watch a Ferrari 250 GTO Come to Life in a Barn

Posted on February 7, 2015 by MCG

GTO NZIn a poultry shed in Oamaru, New Zealand, among the ducks and chickens, Rod Tempero and his crew built a stunning 1962 Ferrari GTO replica. Watch this. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Ferrari 250 GTO

MCG Executive Briefing for February 6, 2015

Posted on February 6, 2015 by MCG

This stunning 1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L Lusso was the top seller at the RM Auctions Paris sale this week, hammering down for $1.86 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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