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The First Corvair: A 1954 Corvette Fastback

Posted on October 28, 2023 by MCG

In the Motor City, model names are recyclables. The first Corvair from Chevrolet was a fastback Motorama show car based on the 1954 Corvette. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1954 Chevrolet Corvair, Chevrolet Corvette

MCG Executive Briefing for October 27, 2023

Posted on October 26, 2023 by MCG

The Tokyo Mobility Show featured a number of noteworthy vehicle rollouts, including the Mazda Iconic SP. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Straighter Than Narrow: The 1976-80 Plymouth Arrow

Posted on October 26, 2023 by MCG

A badge-engineered Mitsubishi sold by Plynouth dealers in the USA, the Arrow hatchback got much of its cachet from a Harry Nilsson song. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Mitsubishi, Plymouth, Plymouth Arrow

Inventing the Bargain Luxury Class: 1965 Ford LTD

Posted on October 24, 2023 by MCG

The 1965 Ford LTD created a whole new sales category for the Detroit automakers, and drove one more nail into the coffin of the traditional luxury class. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1965 Ford LTD, Ford

MCG Executive Briefing for October 23, 2023

Posted on October 22, 2023 by MCG

Toyota will debut a Maverick-sized EV pickup at the Tokyo Auto Show that could be ready for production soon. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: The 1986 Lincoln is What a Luxury Car Should Be

Posted on October 20, 2023 by MCG

In 1986, Lincoln distinguished itself from the luxury-car herd with three distinct car lines: Town Car, Continental, and Mark VII. Here we get a look at all three. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1986 Lincoln, Lincoln, Lincoln Mark VII, Lincoln Town Car

MCG Executive Briefing for October 20, 2023

Posted on October 19, 2023 by MCG

A 1967 Ford GT that originally served as a Ford press car is for sale by a private owner. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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