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Video: The 1964 Chrysler Marsh Screw Amphibian

Posted on December 18, 2014 by MCG

Chrysler-Marsh-Screw-AmphibianBecause we can’t resist oddball vehicles, here’s a little-known Chrysler project from 1964, the Marsh Screw Amphibian. Let’s watch the crazy beast in action.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chrysler

Video: Jim Clark at the wheel in 1963

Posted on December 16, 2014 by MCG

Clark LotusPresenting another magic moment in motorsports: onboard footage of Jim Clark driving a Lotus 25 at Oulton Park in 1963.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Jim Clark, Lotus 25, Oulton Park

A visit to the Crawford Auto Aviation Collection

Posted on December 9, 2014 by MCG

Stainless FordsMCG travels to Cleveland to tour one of the oldest and greatest car museums in America, the Crawford Auto Aviation Collection. Here’s our report with a big photo gallery.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Car Museums | Tagged Crawford Auto Aviation Collection

Amazing French barn find: 60 rare classics uncovered

Posted on December 6, 2014 by MCG

Ferrari and MaseratiWhen he died, entrepreneur Roger Baillon left behind an incredible assortment of classic and exotic cars, all tucked away on a farm in the French countryside. Now the collection is coming to market. Have a look at this amazing find.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Industry News | Tagged Bailon Collection, barn find

Video: The Beast of Turin roars again

Posted on December 2, 2014 by MCG

Beast crankingMore than a century ago the 28.5-liter Fiat S76, better known as the Beast of Turin, was one of the most fearsome race cars on earth. In 2014, it roars again. Watch the video.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Beast of Turin

MCG’s 2014 Turkey Day turkeys

Posted on November 27, 2014 by MCG

Turkeys with PlymouthDon’t be hating. It’s time for a Mac’s Motor City Garage tradition: the annual Turkey Day Turkeys photo essay. Grab some antacids and have a look.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design

Video: The story of the GM Milford Proving Ground

Posted on November 26, 2014 by MCG

GM Milford PGJust northwest of Detroit is one of the greatest automotive test facilities in the world: the General Motors Milford Proving Ground. Here’s an excellent video on its 90-year history.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Milford Proving Ground

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