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American Maker: a 1960 Chevrolet Film

Posted on May 12, 2020 by MCG

Here’s how we made Chevrolets in 1960, according to this awesome color film by Jam Handy. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

The Flat Tops: GM’s 1959-60 Flying Wing Hardtops

Posted on May 9, 2020 by MCG

The flat-top era at General Motors lasted only two years, but it left a memorable impression.on the automotive world. . Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Bill Mitchell, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, General Motors, GM Flat Tops, GM Flying Wing, Harley Earl, Oldsmobile, Pontiac

Video: The Fifteen Millionth Ford Model T, Parts 2 and 3

Posted on May 7, 2020 by MCG

As promised, here are the second and third episodes of the excellent documentary, The Fifteen Millionth Model T Ford.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Model T, Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford, Historic Vehicle Assocation

Digital Amimation: The Evolution of the Lincoln Continental

Posted on May 6, 2020 by MCG

This clever digital animation traces the evolution of the Lincoln Continental from its creation in 1939 to the present day. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Edsel Ford, Ford Motor Company, Lincoln Continental

Market Watch: 1964 Pontiac GTO Royal Bobcat

Posted on May 2, 2020 by MCG

This largely original 1964 Pontiac GTO in Aquamarine and Parchment is expected to cross the block at the Mecum Indy sale, currently rescheduled for June 23-28. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Market Watch | Tagged General Motors, Pontiac, Pontiac GTO

Video: The Fifteen Millionth Ford Model T

Posted on April 29, 2020 by MCG

Produced by the Historic Vehicle Association, this excellent video history lesson explores the creation of the Model T Ford and its tremendous impact on American society. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Model T, Henry Ford, Historic Vehicle Association

Video: Introducing the 1978 Buick Regal

Posted on April 28, 2020 by MCG

The Buick Regal was new from the ground up for 1978, sporting a smaller and more efficient body and chassis package. Here’s the marketing pitch. Continue reading →

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

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