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Video: The Original Amphicar in Action, 1962

Posted on September 22, 2017 by MCG

Want to have some fun? Check out this delightful film short from 1962 featuring the wonder of the day, the miraculous Amphicar 770. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Amphicar

Mid-Engine Mustang: the 1967 Ford Mach 2

Posted on September 20, 2017 by MCG

One of the more awesome Ford projects of the ’60s never made it to the production line, but that doesn’t prevent us from drooling over it today. Here’s the story of the Mach 2, the Mustang-based mid-engine GT. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Mach 2

Twin Engines and Eight-Wheel Drive: The Eisenhauer Freighter

Posted on September 19, 2017 by MCG

Feast your eyes on one of the most unusual motor trucks ever conceived. Ladies and gentlemen, we present the Eisenhauer Freighter. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Eisenhauer Freighter

Video: Introducing the 1938 Ford DeLuxe

Posted on September 16, 2017 by MCG

Join us for a film presentation on the bigger, roomier Ford DeLuxe line for 1938, which includes a tour of Greenfield Village, Henry Ford’s historical theme park. Great Ford lore, check it out. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Greenfield Village

Preview: The 2017 Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show

Posted on September 13, 2017 by MCG

Coming next Sunday, September 17:  The greatest collector car event of its kind, the Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show. Here’s a preview with all the info you’ll need and a sneak-peek photo gallery. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Events | Tagged Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show

Video: Marketing the 1956 Jet Age Plymouth

Posted on September 12, 2017 by MCG

With bold tail fins and a push-button Powerflite transmission, Plymouth was selling the future in 1956. The Jet Age is the theme in this original commercial spot—watch.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Plymouth

Video: Presenting the 1957 New York Auto Show

Posted on September 9, 2017 by MCG

From the New York Coliseum in Columbus Circle in Manhattan, here’s some great newsreel coverage of 1957 New York Auto Show. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged New York Auto Show

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