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Video: 1969 Donnybrooke Trans-Am

Posted on January 21, 2015 by MCG

JonesMany fans say the late ’60s was a high point for road racing in America. Watch this great footage from the Trans-Am series in 1969 and you’ll get some feel for what they’re talking about.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Trans-Am

In-car Video: Mercedes Gullwing in Exciting Hillclimb Action

Posted on January 20, 2015 by MCG

Mercedes Gullwing HillclimbRide along with Daniel Muller as he wheels this priceless and beautiful 300SL Gullwing, at the limit and beyond, over a vintage hillclimb course.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Arosa Classic Car Hill Climb, Mercedes-Benz 300SL, Mercedes-Benz Gullwing

Video: The Cars of the Future for 1948

Posted on January 10, 2015 by MCG

Car of the Future 1948It’s been said before: The future isn’t what it used to be. In this period newsreel, we get a sneak preview of the exciting new cars of the future for 1948.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Davis Divan, Tasco

Video: Selling the 1932 Fords

Posted on January 7, 2015 by MCG

1932 Ford B-68 Deluxe V8 CabrioletHere’s a sweet little period film promoting the exciting new Ford lineup for 1932. The Deuce never looked more sporty and elegant—have a look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1932 Ford

Two-wheeled crazy: automobile engines in motorcycles

Posted on January 6, 2015 by MCG

EJ-Potter-Bloody-Mary-Few vehicles generate as much awe and mystique as the car-engined motorcycle. Here are a few memorable examples.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods | Tagged Boss Hoss, Dodge Tomahawk, EJ Potter, Munch Mammoth

Video: Beany’s Drive-In, Long Beach 1952

Posted on January 1, 2015 by MCG

Beany's Drive-In HamburgersPresenting a car spotter’s dream from 1952: wonderful home movie footage, in beautiful color, of a drive-in hamburger stand in Long Beach, California. This is Americana on wheels, folks. Check it out.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Drive-In

Video: A Deep Dive into the 1937 Plymouth

Posted on December 30, 2014 by MCG

1937 Plymouth trunk sedanHere’s one of the best old promotional films we’ve run across—a ten-minute demonstration of the 1937 Plymouth. If you’re into auto history, you’ll find a lot to enjoy here.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1937 Plymouth, Plymouth

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