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MCG Executive Briefing for September 29, 2025

Posted on September 28, 2025 by MCG

This 1912 Mercer 35C Raceabout brought $1.3 million at the Gooding Christie’s Stan Lucas Collection sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Ford’s Other Pinto: The 1975-80 Mercury Bobcat

Posted on September 28, 2025 by MCG

Badge engineering is an old and familiar story in the Motor City. Here’s a textbook example: the Mercury Bobcat. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Lincoln-Mercury Division, Mercury Bobcat

The Year of the Whale: 1970 Buick Riviera

Posted on September 27, 2025 by MCG

With its fender skirts and ponderous physique, the 1970 Buick Riviera was a major departure from the classic lines of the 1963 original. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1970 Buick Riviera, Buick, Buick Riviera

MCG Executive Briefing for September 26, 2025

Posted on September 25, 2025 by MCG

This 1960 Corvette in Ermine White will be offered at the Bonhams|Cars Audrain Auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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The DeSoto Firedome Years, 1952-59

Posted on September 25, 2025 by MCG

The fifties were DeSoto’s most glamorous years, and the Firedome models were a major part of the scene.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Desoto, DeSoto Firedome

MCG Car Spotter’s Guide to the 1955-57 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on September 23, 2025 by MCG

While the original two-seater Thunderbirds of 1955-57 share a similar look, there are some easy-to-spot differences that make them simple to identify by year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Car Spotter's Guides | Tagged 1955-57 Thunderbird, Baby Bird Thunderbird, Ford, Ford Thunderbird

MCG Executive Briefing for September 22, 2025

Posted on September 21, 2025 by MCG

The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla will feature simulated electronic engine sound to complement the ICE. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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