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Video: Aero Auto on the Streets of Paris, 1921

Posted on March 22, 2020 by MCG

What could possibly go wrong? Check out this propeller-driven automobile driving through the streets of Paris in 1921. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Propeller-driven vehicles

Video: Creating the 1956 Chevrolet

Posted on March 21, 2020 by MCG

Chevrolet was proud of its 1956 lineup, and rightly so. See the confidence on display in this 1956 color film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1956 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, General Motors

A Video History of the American Station Wagon

Posted on March 18, 2020 by MCG

Courtesy of The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation, here’s a neat little three-minute history of that proud American institution, the station wagon.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Innovation Nation, The Henry Ford

Video: Servicing Your 1950 Chevrolet

Posted on March 17, 2020 by MCG

Here’s how to keep your handsome 1950 Chevy running like new—with regular visits to your friendly neighborhood Chevrolet dealer. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1950 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, General Motors

VIdeo: Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Preview the 1957 Ford Skyliner

Posted on March 14, 2020 by MCG

Join Lucy and Desi as they unveil the sensational new Ford Skyliner with its revolutionary Hideaway Hardtop. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Hideaway Hardtop, Ford Motor Company, Ford Retractable, Ford Skyliner

Video: Behind the Scenes at a Spectacular 1966 Chevy Commercial

Posted on March 12, 2020 by MCG

In this 1966 dealer film, the production crew turns the cameras around and shows us how a Chevrolet commercial was created, including some novel special effects. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1966 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, General Motors

Video: The 1987 NHRA Winternationals

Posted on March 10, 2020 by MCG

Strap in tight and hang on good. We’re going to sunny Southern California for the 1987 NHRA Winternationals.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged NHRA, NHRA Winternationals

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