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MCG Executive Briefing for September 25, 2020

Posted on September 24, 2020 by MCG

This early and significant 1961 Jaguar E-Type coupe will be offered by RM Sotheby’s at its 14th annual London auction, to be held online this year. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1978 Ford Fairmont Futura

Posted on September 24, 2020 by MCG

Meet the Fairmont Futura, Ford’s downsized and affordable personal luxury coupe for 1978. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Fairmont Futura, Ford Motor Company, Fox Body

The Plot to Save Studebaker

Posted on September 23, 2020 by MCG

In late 1963, two auto industry legends, Brooks Stevens and Charles Sorensen, joined forces in a last-ditch attempt to revive Studebaker.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Charles Sorensen, Studebaker

GM’s Fleeting Fastback Phase: The 1941-52 Streamliners

Posted on September 22, 2020 by MCG

When the GM streamliners first made their appearance in 1941, they looked like the most advanced cars on the road. But the futuristic shape didn’t age well, lasting barely a decade. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick Sedanet, General Motors, Oldsmobile

MCG Executive Briefing for September 21, 2020

Posted on September 20, 2020 by MCG

The V12-powered Matra MS 670 that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1972 will be offered at Artcurial’s Retromobile auction in Paris next February. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: How a Manual Transmission Works

Posted on September 19, 2020 by MCG

Ever wonder exactly how a traditional manual transmission operates? Here’s an entertaining and educational look inside, courtesy of a 1936 Chevrolet film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chevrolet, Jam Handy

MCG Executive Briefing for September 18, 2020

Posted on September 17, 2020 by MCG

This 1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2, owned since new by noted enthusiast Andre Trigano, brought $570,000 at the Artcurial auction of his extensive collection. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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