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Video: The 1965 Corvette Mako Shark II

Posted on July 11, 2019 by MCG

The Corvette Mako Shark II was an influential concept for Chevrolet: It led directly to the production 1968 Corvette. Here are the fascinating details in an original GM promo film.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Bill Mitchell, Corvette, General Motors, Mako Shark II, Manta Ray

Video: Engineering the Mighty Jaguar 6.0L V12

Posted on July 9, 2019 by MCG

Learn the story of the Jaguar 6.0-liter V12—one of the Coventry car maker’s more memorable engines—in this original factory video. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Jaguar, Jaguar V12, Jaguar XJ12

MCG Executive Briefing for July 8, 2019

Posted on July 8, 2019 by MCG

A 2006 Ford GT with only 11.7 miles on the odometer is expected to bring up to $340,000 in the Sotheby’s/RM Sotheby’s online auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: When TV Tommy Ivo Drove the Wagon Master One Last Time

Posted on July 6, 2019 by MCG

Tommy Ivo is one of America’s most beloved drag racers and a legend in the sport. Watch him take his most famous hot rod for one final blast down the quarter-mile. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Showboat, TV Tommy Ivo, Wagon Master

MCG Executive Briefing for July 5, 2019

Posted on July 5, 2019 by MCG

The Academy of Art University has consigned another group of exceptional cars to the Mecum Monterey auction, including this 1938 Talbot-Lago. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Lee Iacocca 1924–2019

Posted on July 3, 2019 by MCG

Lido Anthony “Lee” Iacocca, one of the true giants of the American auto industry, has passed away at 94.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Industry News

Video: 1957 Chevrolet Pickups Conquer Pikes Peak

Posted on July 2, 2019 by MCG

See two new 1957 Chevy 4×4 pickups clamber up Pikes Peak like mountain goats in this great old factory film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1957 Chevrolet, General Motors, NAPCO 4x4

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