This 1928 Mercedes-Benz 26/120/180 S-Type was the top seller at the Bonhams Quail Lodge auction, bringing $5.935 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Myths and Legends of the 1934-37 Chrysler Airflow
When the Chrysler Airflow appeared in 1934, it was so controversial that enthusiasts are still talking about it today. However, a few of the stories aren’t quite accurate. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 20, 2021
Top sellers at this year’s Monterey Car Week auctions included this 1962 Ferrari 268 SP by Fantuzzi, which brought $7.7 million at the RM Sotheby’s sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Secrets of the 1961 Pontiac Tempest Rope Drive
The unusual driveshaft setup on the 1961 Pontiac Tempest has been called a “rope drive” and described as a giant speedometer cable, but how it really works is far more interesting. Continue reading
John Tjaarda’s 1939 Cars of Tomorrow
In 1939, John Tjaarda and Briggs Manufacturing proposed this futuristic set of automobiles, and they were as radical on the inside as they were on the outside. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 16, 2021
This 1995 McLaren F1 with only 242 miles showing on its odometer sold for a record $20.4 million at the Gooding & Company Pebble Beach auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Boattail Dreams: A 1965 Pontiac Fastback Proposal
In the GM styling studios, this flamboyant boattail roof was proposed for the popular 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix. Continue reading