Pontiac was red hot in 1968 with a full lineup of popular models, from Firebird to GTO to Bonneville. Watch the division proudly boost its product line in this short GM promotional film. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Introducing the 1956 Ford Thunderbird
Ford’s beloved Baby ‘Bird enters its second year on the market in this original promotional spot. Check out the careful improvements for 1956. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1966 Rambler Rogue
In 1966, American Motors was cautiously dipping a toe into the youth market with modest yet sporty offerings like the Rambler Rogue. See the tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign here. Continue reading
Ford’s Saucy ’69 Show Truck: The Ranchero Scrambler
The American car show scene was red hot in the late 1960s, and Ford Motor Company answered the call with a nifty custom pickup for 1969, the Ranchero Scrambler. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the 1963 Oldsmobile 98 Luxury Sedan
For 1963, Oldsmobile sailed perilously close to Cadillac waters with a new flagship model, the 98 Luxury Sedan. See the upmarket sales pitch here. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1950 Chevrolet
In this great old promotional film from General Motors, the 1950 Chevrolet and its body by Fisher are in the spotlight. And there’s a spectacular stunt you won’t want to miss. Continue reading
Video: Driving the Streets of New York, 1945
Rejoice, classic car spotters. We’ve got some great vintage footage from the streets of Manhattan circa 1945. How many obscure vehicles can you identify? Continue reading