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Market Watch: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

Posted on March 7, 2020 by MCG

Volkswagen Bug enthusiasts will have their eyes glued to this cute little number when it crosses the block at the Mecum Houston Sale on April 2-4. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Market Watch | Tagged Volkswagen, Volkswagen Beetle

Video: Engineering the 1953 Ford

Posted on March 4, 2020 by MCG

Here’s a lovely color film detailing the engineering and features of the new 1953 Ford. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1953 Ford, Ford Motor Company

History-Making Hot Rod: The Dick Williams ’27 Ford Roadster

Posted on March 3, 2020 by MCG

Named America’s Most Beautiful Roadster way back in 1953, the Dick Williams ’27 Ford Model T roadster is a true pioneer among American hot rods. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods | Tagged America's Most Beautiful Roadster, Blackie Gejeian, Dick Williams Roadster

For Both Road and Rail: The Evans Auto-Railer

Posted on February 29, 2020 by MCG

Capable of traveling on road or rail, the Evans Auto-Railer offered one possible solution to America’s transportation needs in the Thirties. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Edward S. Evans, Evans Auto-Railer, Robert B. Evans

Video: Engineering the 1935 Chevrolet

Posted on February 27, 2020 by MCG

Take a deep dive inside the chassis of the 1935 Chevrolet in this classic Jam Handy film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1935 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, General Motors, Jam Handy

Video: A 1941 Visit to the Ford Rouge Plant

Posted on February 25, 2020 by MCG

In 1941, Henry Ford’s giant factory on the River Rouge in Dearborn was one of the industrial wonders of the world. Here’s a guided tour. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Ford Rouge Plant, Henry Ford

Video: Meet the 1950 Willys Jeeps, Workhorses of Industry

Posted on February 20, 2020 by MCG

See the first stirrings of the sport-utility market in this awesome 1950 movie from Willys-Overland, The Workhorses of Industry.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Willys Jeep, Willys-Overland

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