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MCG Executive Briefing for May 27, 2022

Posted on May 26, 2022 by MCG

This 1965 Brawner Hawk-Ford once raced by Mario Andretti sold for a record $2.2 million at the Mecum Indy sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Mario Andretti Wins the 1969 Indianapolis 500

Posted on May 26, 2022 by MCG

Relive Mario Andretti’s surpising victory in the Indy 500 in this original 1969 Ford color film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged 1969 Indianapolis 500, Brawner Hawk, Mario Andretti

Video: Ford’s 1975 “The Closer You Look” Quality Campaign

Posted on May 25, 2022 by MCG

In 1975, Ford tried to turn the page on the growing complaints of poor quality with a remarkable marketing campaign called “The Closer You Look.” Continue reading →

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America’s Sweetheart: the Renault Dauphine?

Posted on May 24, 2022 by MCG

Strange but true: The charming but quirky Renault Dauphine was once one of the best-selling import cars in the United States. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Renault, Renault Dauphine

MCG Executive Briefing for May 23, 2022

Posted on May 22, 2022 by MCG

This 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350, owned by the original buyer for 56 years, sold for nearly $400,000 at the Mecum Indy auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Fastback Flops: The 1978-80 GM Aerobacks

Posted on May 21, 2022 by MCG

The 1978-80 Aeroback cars from General Motors featured fresh and distinctive styling, but American car buyers instantly turned up their noses at the unusual look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Buick Century, General Motors, GM Aeroback, Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon

MCG Executive Briefing for May 20, 2022

Posted on May 19, 2022 by MCG

This 1967 Ferrari 275 GTS was among the top sellers at the Bonhams Monaco sale, hammering down for $1.58 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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