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A Willys That Never Was: The 1933 Model 99

Posted on February 3, 2018 by MCG

The 1933 Willys 99 was cancelled before it was ever produced, but not before thousands of beautiful color sales catalogs were printed and distributed. Here’s the odd story of the stillborn six-cylinder Willys.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged John N. Willys, Willys 99, Willys-Overland

The Car That Saved the Chrysler Division: The 1975 Cordoba

Posted on January 30, 2018 by MCG

With its clean lines and Corinthian leather, the Cordoba is one of the Chrysler brand’s more memorable cars, but it was originally designed as a Plymouth. Here’s the story of The New Small Car From Chrysler for 1975. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1975 Chrysler Cordoba, Chrysler Corporation

One Man’s Dream: The 1960 Saviano Scat

Posted on January 28, 2018 by MCG

Arnie Saviano had a dream: a simple and rugged vehicle for hunters, sportsmen, and developing countries. Here’s the story of the Saviano Scat. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged A.P. Saviano, Saviano Scat

Video: A History of the British Motor Corporation

Posted on January 27, 2018 by MCG

Here’s some mandatory viewing for car enthusiasts: the story of the British Motor Corporation, producer of many of the world’s most beloved cars. It’s a fascinating tale.

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Posted in Auto History | Tagged Austin, BMC, British Leyland, British Motor Corporation, Morris

The Last Hudson, 1957

Posted on January 25, 2018 by MCG

June 25, 1957 was a black day in Hudson history, as the last cars rolled off the production line in Kenosha. Here’s a brief look back at the final days. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1957 Hudson, American Motors, Hudson

The Origin of the Dodge Ram

Posted on January 24, 2018 by MCG

Ever wonder how the Dodge brand acquired the Ram mascot?  Now that’s an interesting story, and here it is. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Ram Trucks

Video: Marketing the Two-Ford Family, 1956

Posted on January 23, 2018 by MCG

In the years following World War II, American life was changing, and the Ford Motor Company was quick to respond with marketing campaigns like the Two-Ford Family. Here’s more.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1956 Ford, Ford, Ford Two-Car Family

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