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Catch-Up Truck: The 1964-70 Chevy-Van and Sport Van

Posted on August 24, 2024 by MCG

The Chevy-Van and Sport Van were almost carbon copies of the Ford Econoline, but that was just fine with Chevrolet dealers and loyalists. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Sport Van, Chevy-Van, GMC Handi-Van

MCG Executive Briefing for August 23, 2024

Posted on August 22, 2024 by MCG

At nearly $13 million, this 1955 Ferrari 410 Sport Spider was among the top sellers of Monterey Car Week. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix

Posted on August 21, 2024 by MCG

Here’s a detailed look at the Grand Prix, Pontiac’s stylish personal-luxury coupe for 1980, in an original dealer film.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix, Pontiac, Pontiac Grand Prix

The Car That Put Chevrolet On the Map: The 1916-22 Series 490

Posted on August 20, 2024 by MCG

The Series 490 instigated the century-long battle between Ford and Chevrolet for sales supremacy in the low-priced field.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Series 490, General Motors, William C. Durant

MCG Executive Briefing for August 19, 2024

Posted on August 18, 2024 by MCG

A 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi formerly owned by talk show host David Letterman is currently offered for sale online. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Now Is The Time: A 1940 Chevrolet Film

Posted on August 17, 2024 by MCG

Now is the time to buy a new Chevrolet, we learn in this 1940 Jam Handy film. Continue reading →

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MCG Executive Briefing for August 16, 2024

Posted on August 15, 2024 by MCG

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is selling off 11 of its most valuable cars, including a 1954 Mercedes W196 that could bring $70 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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