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Video: Introducing the 1968 Mercury Cougar

Posted on March 27, 2021 by MCG

Mercury called the 1968 Cougar “the better idea in luxury sports cars.” See and hear all about the ’68 Cougar lineup in this original Ford dealer film.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1968 Mercury Cougar, Ford, Ford Motor Company, Mercury, Mercury Cougar

MCG Executive Briefing for March 26, 2021

Posted on March 25, 2021 by MCG

This 1967 Corvette L88 Coupe in Sunfire Yellow brought $2.695 million at the Mecum Glendale, Arizona auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Buick’s Factory Hot Rod: The 1936 Century

Posted on March 24, 2021 by MCG

For 1936, the Buick division at General Motors stuck its largest straight-8 engine into a smaller, lighter chassis, creating a memorable performer called the Century.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1936 Buick Century, Buick, General Motors

1320 Feet: A 1964 Ford Drag Racing Film

Posted on March 23, 2021 by MCG

In living color, here’s an introduction to the world of drag racing in 1964 from the Total Performance people at the Ford Motor Company. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ford, Ford Fairlane Thunderolt, Ford Motor Company

MCG Executive Briefing for March 22, 2021

Posted on March 21, 2021 by MCG

The 1956 Jaguar XKSS once owned by actor Steve McQueen is part of a new exhibit entitled “Supercars: A Century of Spectacle and Speed” at the Petersen Automotive Museum.  Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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First Chevy of the ’80s: The 1980 Citation

Posted on March 20, 2021 by MCG

The 1980 Citation was the most important new product for Chevrolet in a generation. Learn all the ins and outs of the compact front-drive sedan in this original GM dealer film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Citation, General Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for March 19, 2021

Posted on March 18, 2021 by MCG

The 2021 Genesis GV80 has earned the top ranking from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, its Top Safety Pick Plus award. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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