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Oldsmobile’s Legendary 1957-58 J2 Package

Posted on November 19, 2023 by MCG

While the J2 package was offered for only two years, it earned a permanent place in Oldsmobile performance lore.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile J2

Video: Introducing the 1968 Nova Super Sport

Posted on November 18, 2023 by MCG

For performance enthusiasts seeking big horsepower without all the fancy folderol, Chevrolet offered the Nova Super Sport. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1968 Chevrolet Nova SS, Chevrolet

MCG Executive Briefing for November 17, 2023

Posted on November 16, 2023 by MCG

Lucid has unveiled the 2025 Gravity, a three-row SUV with 440 miles range and a base price of $80,000. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Gearing for War: The Motor City’s 1942 Blackout Cars

Posted on November 16, 2023 by MCG

It’s been said that chrome is the offical color of  the U.S. auto industry. But in support of the war effort, the brightwork was banished from the final run of 1942 models. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1942 Blackout Cars

NASCAR Funny Business: 1986 Buick LeSabre Grand National

Posted on November 15, 2023 by MCG

Would you believe a front-wheel drive NASCAR racer? Okay, not really. But the ever-evolving rules of stock car racing allowed Buick to pretend a little in 1986. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Buick, Buick LeSabre Grand National, NASCAR

1957: Oldsmobile Joins the Station Wagon Race

Posted on November 13, 2023 by MCG

Odd but true: Between 1951 and 1956, Oldsmobile did not offer a station wagon. GM’s Lansing division jumped back into the market with a lineup of stylish wagons for 1957. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1957 Oldsmobile Station Wagon, Oldsmobile

MCG Executive Briefing for November 13, 2023

Posted on November 12, 2023 by MCG

This 1984 Lamborghini Countach 5000S will be among the star attractions at the RM Sotheby’s Las Vegas Grand Prix sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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