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Four more forgotten Detroit-built cars

Posted on March 18, 2014 by MCG

Harroun TouringHere’s yet another assortment of long-forgotten automotive makes that originated in the Motor City, but with a twist: This time, we’ll let the artists tell the story.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Detroit-Built Cars

Video: a tribute to William Clay Ford

Posted on March 15, 2014 by MCG

William Clay Ford 1953With rare photos and film footage, this short video from Ford Motor Company offers a special glimpse into the life and work of William Clay Ford, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 88.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Industry News | Tagged William Clay Ford

2014 Detroit Autorama preview: All the Ridler Award winners, 1964-2013

Posted on March 5, 2014 by MCG

2013 Ron Cizek 1940 Ford Coupe Checkered PastThe Detroit Autorama, America’s great indoor hot rod show, happens this weekend. As a warmup for the event, Mac’s Motor City Garage presents all the Ridler Award winners in history, 1964 through 2013.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods, Industry News | Tagged Detroit Autorama, Ridler Award

Video: Corvette Museum rescue

Posted on March 4, 2014 by MCG

Corvette hoistHere’s a quick video summary of the vehicle recovery operations at the National Corvette Museum.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Car Museums, Industry News | Tagged National Corvette Museum

Video: Test–driving the Chrysler Turbine Ghia

Posted on March 3, 2014 by MCG

Here’s a treat: a rare factory promotional film from 1963 showing the beautiful Chrysler Turbine Ghia in action at the Chelsea Proving Grounds. Watch this.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chrysler Turbine, Ghia

More lost marques of Chrysler

Posted on March 2, 2014 by MCG

1966 Sunbeam Tiger 260As promised, here’s another batch of long-lost Chrysler brands—from the familiar to the obscure. How many do you recognize?  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chrysler

Ford celebrates 80 years of the ute

Posted on February 28, 2014 by MCG

1958 Ford V8 Mainline Coupe UtilityThey’re part car, part pickup truck, and totally Australian. This week, Ford is celebrating the 80th birthday of the distinctive body style called the Utility Coupe—you know it as the Ute.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Coupe Utility, Ute

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