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Another Kind of Dodge Challenger: The Mitsubishi Years, 1978-1984

Posted on August 24, 2017 by MCG

 The second-generation Dodge Challenger may not be so well-remembered today, but it was a well-built, fun-driving car. Here we take a quick look back at the Challengers that Mitsubishi built. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge Challenger, Mitsubishi

Video: 1967 Rambler American Wins at Daytona!

Posted on August 22, 2017 by MCG

Here’s the ultimate fish-out-of-water story: the little Rambler American going through its paces at Daytona International Speedway. Check out the unusual sales pitch in this original 1967 AMC commercial.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Pure Oil Performance Trials, Rambler American

Video: Cruising Hollywood Boulevard in 1957

Posted on August 17, 2017 by MCG

Hey, car spotters: Here’s another trip down memory lane—this time around, Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles circa 1957. Check out all the great old rides in this period film clip. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hollywood Boulevard

Birthplace of the Ford Automobile: 58 Bagley Avenue

Posted on August 15, 2017 by MCG

A while back at Mac’s Motor City Garage, we took a look at the second car built in the city of Detroit, Henry Ford’s 1896 quadricycle. Now we pay a visit to the familiar address where the car was built, 58 Bagley Avenue.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Ford Quadricycle, Henry Ford

Bill Mitchell Showpiece: 1963 Oldsmobile J-TR

Posted on August 12, 2017 by MCG

Based on a production 1963 F-85 convertible, the Oldsmobile J-TR show car is little known today, but it bears the unmistakable stamp of GM styling boss Bill Mitchell. Here’s a closer look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Bill Mitchell, General Motors, Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile JT-R

Video: Carroll Shelby Pitches the 1968 Mustang

Posted on August 10, 2017 by MCG

Among his many talents, Carroll Shelby was one of the car industry’s great salesmen. Here the Ford Motor Company puts him to work selling the 1968 Mustang line. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1968 Mustang, Carroll Shelby

The J. Geils Collection Goes to Auction in Monterey

Posted on August 8, 2017 by MCG

Not just a rock star, J. Geils was a hardcore car guy with impeccable taste and a special passion for Italian machines. A few of his favorite cars are headed for auction at Monterey next week. Here’s a look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ferrari, J. Geils

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