Disowned by General Motors before it ever raced, the Chevy 427 Mystery engine became a legend in its own time. Here’s the story behind the story of this almost mythical V8. Continue reading
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Video: Buddy Baker Breaks the 200 MPH Mark at Talladega
On March 24, 1970, Buddy Baker was the first driver in a stock car to officially exceed 200 mph on a NASCAR closed course. Here’s a vintage video recap of the historic achievement. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 2, 2015
This stunning 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C2500 has a dark side: It was once owned by the mistress of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. Experts say it could fetch up to $2.7 million at the RM Auctions Paris sale. Get all the latest car biz news in the Executive Briefing.
Video: Inside the Matchbox Car Factory, 1965
You’ll be totally charmed by this 1965 newsreel visit to the Lesney factory in England where Matchbox toy cars were designed and made. Watch this and smile. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for January 30, 2015
This 1969 Charger Daytona, described by experts as the finest Hemi four-speed example in existence, sold for $900,000 to actor David Spade at the Mecum Kissemmee auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The year in Cars: 1965
In the latest edition of the Year in Cars, Mac’s Motor City Garage explores a pivotal year for the Detroit auto industry: 1965. Continue reading
A Cadillac V12 That Never Was
Feast your eyes on an engine that was never produced: a 1960s Cadillac V12 prototype. Here’s the story behind the story.