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2023 Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show

Posted on September 18, 2023 by MCG

Here’s our report on this year’s edition of one of our favorite vintage car events, the Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show. Naturally, we included a big photo gallery. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Events | Tagged Yspilanti Orphan Car Show

MCG Executive Briefing for September 18, 2023

Posted on September 17, 2023 by MCG

This 1968 Shelby GT500KR convertible will be among the featured consignments at the Vicari Auctions Biloxi sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Keeping Pace With Cadillac: The 1931 Marmon Sixteen

Posted on September 16, 2023 by MCG

In the classic era of American luxury automobiles, an Indianapolis automaker challenged the best that Cadillac could offer with the Marmon Sixteen. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Howard C. Marmon, Marmon Motor Car Co., Marmon Sixteen

Buick Riviera Rides Again, 1977-78

Posted on September 15, 2023 by MCG

The 1977-78 Buick Riviera was a perfectly fine car, but ultimately it failed to distinguish itself in the crowded and competitive personal-luxury category. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick, Buick Riviera

MCG Executive Briefing for September 15, 2023

Posted on September 14, 2023 by MCG

The updated 2025 Cadillac CT5 features fresh front end styling, more electronic driver aids, and a base price just north of $40,000. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Building the 1952 Studebakers

Posted on September 13, 2023 by MCG

From the forging shop to final assembly, see the Studebaker manufacturing process up close in this original 1952 factory film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1952 Studebaker, Studebaker, Studebaker Plant

American Rhomboid: The 1948 Gordon Diamond

Posted on September 12, 2023 by MCG

It’s an unusual idea, but a recurring one: the rhomboid or diamond-layout automobile. Here’s an American example, the Gordon Diamond. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Gordon Diamond, H. Gordon Hansen, rhomboid car

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