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MCG Car Spotter’s Guide to the 1955-57 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on September 23, 2025 by MCG

While the original two-seater Thunderbirds of 1955-57 share a similar look, there are some easy-to-spot differences that make them simple to identify by year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Car Spotter's Guides | Tagged 1955-57 Thunderbird, Baby Bird Thunderbird, Ford, Ford Thunderbird

British-American-Italian Hybrid: The 1951-54 Nash-Healey

Posted on September 20, 2025 by MCG

Before the Corvette, Thunderbird, and Kaiser-Darrin came the Nash-Healey, and it was quite arguably the real sports car of the lot. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Donald Healey, George Mason, Nash, Nash Healey, Nash Motors

Dodge in Peace and War, 1942-46

Posted on September 17, 2025 by MCG

Along with the rest of the Motor City, the Dodge Division at Chrysler went through considerable tumult in the war years of 1942-46.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1942 Dodge, 1946 Dodge, Chrysler Corporation, Dodge

1961: The Birth of the International Scout

Posted on September 16, 2025 by MCG

In November of 1960, the Willys Jeep got its first real competitor in the utility vehicle market: the International Harvester Scout 80.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged International Harvester, International Scout 80

What’s in a Name: the 1952-56 Hudson Wasp

Posted on September 14, 2025 by MCG

Every car enthusiast knows about the Fabulous Hudson Hornet. Let’s get acquainted with its junior companion model, the Wasp. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hudson, Hudson Motor Car Company, Hudson Wasp

Packard Goes Wild: The 1952 Pan American

Posted on September 13, 2025 by MCG

Packard styling took an exuberant turn in 1952 with a luxury sports car called the Pan American, but it never saw production. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Henney Motor Company, Packard, Packard Motor Car Company, Packard Pan American, Richard Arbib

1985: Buick’s Biggest Year

Posted on September 11, 2025 by MCG

In 1985, Buick recorded its best year ever in North America, racking up just over one million sales with a surprisingly diverse product line. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1985 Buick, Buick, General Motors

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