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Video: Inside GM Styling, 1959

Posted on June 22, 2017 by MCG

Here’s a rare, in-depth look behind the scenes into the design process that created the fabulous 1959 Chevrolet. Beautiful color and production values—check it out.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chevrolet, General Motors

Greenfield Village Motor Muster 2017

Posted on June 18, 2017 by MCG

Presenting one of the Motor City’s most most diverse and popular car shows: the annual Motor Muster at Greenfield Village. Here’s our report on this year’s event with a big photo gallery.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Events | Tagged Greenfield Village, Greenfield Village Motor Muster

Video: Ford Introduces the 1957 Skyliner

Posted on June 17, 2017 by MCG

Ford rocked the Motor City in 1957 with the introduction of the Skyliner, the industry’s first all-metal production convertible. This original four-minute film introduces the new feature and includes a neat, clear demonstration. Watch this. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Ford, Ford Skyliner

Tony Matthews Cutaway: Aston Martin DB3S

Posted on June 13, 2017 by MCG

Our latest amazing Tony Matthews cutaway painting features one of Britain’s most beloved sports racing cars: the sleek Aston Martin DB3S of 1953-1956.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Tony Matthews | Tagged Aston Martin

Willys-Overland Oddball: The 1950 Alcoa Coupe

Posted on June 8, 2017 by MCG

In 1950, Willys-Overland and Alcoa partnered teamed up to create a four-passenger prototype coupe based on the automaker’s boxy station wagon. Here’s a closer look at the unusual beast. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design

Oldsmobile’s Luxury Sport Cruiser: The 1953 Fiesta

Posted on June 3, 2017 by MCG

Only 458 were produced, and they’re even more exclusive today. Mac’s Motor City Garage checks out the 1953 Oldsmobile Fiesta.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1953 Oldsmobile Fiesta, Oldsmobile

Forerunner of the Hawk: The 1955 Studebaker President Speedster

Posted on June 1, 2017 by MCG

Before there was a Studebaker Hawk, there was the 1955 President Speedster, and it foreshadowed the style and features of the 1956-1964 Hawk model line. Let’s have a closer look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1955 President Speedster, Studebaker

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