Sporting a pre-auction estimate of $1.25 million to $1.75 million, this 1967 Corvette L88 coupe is sure to be among the big stories at the annual Mecum Indy auction on May 15-20. Let’s take a closer look. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Nash Arrives at the End of the Road: June 25, 1957
For Nash, the proud car maker founded by industry pioneer Charlie Nash, the end came quietly in the summer of 1957. Here’s one last look back. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1935 Ford V-8
This short Ford film charts the changes in America’s favorite V8 automobiles for 1935. The footage Includes some priceless scenes, have a look. Continue reading
Video: Carroll Shelby Tells the Cobra Story
In this 1965 film produced by the Ford Motor Company, Carroll Shelby himself tells the story of the Cobra and Shelby American. In Shelby’s manner of speaking, he’d call that straight from the horse’s mouth. Continue reading
Video: Henry Ford’s Mirror of America
While Henry Ford was putting America on wheels, he chronicled the changes with his own private movie company. From its gigantic film library, in 1963 the National Archives produced a remarkable film. See it here. Continue reading
Video: Bentley, the Early Years
Here’s a an excellent and fast-moving history of one of Britain’s greatest cars, including the story of its celebrated creator, Walter Owen Bentley. Continue reading
Video: Chevrolet’s Mid-Engine Aerovette Concept
This four-minute film features a rare, close-up look at one of the most fascinating General Motors concept cars ever: the Chevrolet Aerovette. Continue reading