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Try Not to Call it a Nova: The 1976-77 Chevrolet Concours

Posted on December 20, 2025 by MCG

In 1976, Chevrolet introduced a luxury version of the Nova compact and rebadged it as the Concours, but the alias was dropped after just two seasons.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Concours, Chevrolet Nova

MCG Executive Briefing for December 19, 2025

Posted on December 18, 2025 by MCG

The 2026 Honda Accord will feature more standard equipment and a list price below $30,000. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Inside the Dodge 440 Magnum V8, 1967-71

Posted on December 18, 2025 by MCG

With 440 cubic inches and nearly 500 lb-ft of torque, the Dodge 440 Magnum V8 was a leading player on the ’60s muscle car scene. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler B-series V8, Chrysler Corporation, Chrysler RB-series V8, Dodge, Dodge 440 Magnum V8

Goodbye AMC Hornet, Hello 1978 Concord

Posted on December 17, 2025 by MCG

For 1978, American Motors moved the compact Hornet platform upmarket, gave it a new exterior look, and created the more luxurious Concord. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1978 AMC Concord, AMC Concord, AMC Hornet, American Motors

One Year Only: The 1971 Mustang Boss 351

Posted on December 16, 2025 by MCG

The 1971 Boss 351 was one of the quickest Mustangs produced in its day, but it remained in the lineup for only a single year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1971 Mustang Boss 351, Ford, Ford 351C V8, Ford Motor Company

MCG Executive Briefing for December 15, 2025

Posted on December 14, 2025 by MCG

This 1960 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta will be the headliner at the Gooding Christie’s Retromobile auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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1974: The Last Pontiac GTO (For a While)

Posted on December 14, 2025 by MCG

In 1974, Pontiac produced its last GTO. Or so it seemed at the time, but the muscle car concept was briefly resurrected 30 years later.

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Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1974 Pontiac GTO, Pontiac, Pontiac GTO

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