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Video: Rebuilding a Classic Packard V12 Engine

Posted on February 6, 2019 by MCG

Here’s a rare look inside the mighty Packard V12, from teardown and cleaning to dyno testing and installation. Don’t miss this, motorheads.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

The Motor City’s Bustleback Era, 1980-87

Posted on February 5, 2019 by MCG

Not all Detroit styling trends are keepers. Here’s one of the shorter-lived design fads in the Motor City, the bustleback period of 1980-87. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Cadillac Seville, Chrysler Imperial, Lincoln Continental

MCG Executive Briefing for February 4, 2019

Posted on February 4, 2019 by MCG

Bill Burke’s Harley-powered Bonneville streamliner will be among the featured offerings at the Mecum Phoenix sale next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1980 Chevrolet Camaro

Posted on February 3, 2019 by MCG

The Chevrolet Camaro entered the 1980s with a familiar look and a broad variety of models and options. Here’s the lowdown in an original Chevy dealer film. Continue reading →

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

Dodge Challenger the First: The 1959 Silver Challenger

Posted on February 2, 2019 by MCG

For many enthusiasts, the Dodge Challenger story begins in 1970. But years earlier, the Challenger name was used on a totally different product from the Dodge division.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Dodge Challenger

MCG Executive Briefing for February 1, 2019

Posted on February 1, 2019 by MCG

This rare 1950 Porsche split-windshield coupe will be offered at the Bonhams Paris auction, where it is expected to bring up to $1.2 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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A Model T Ford V8?

Posted on January 31, 2019 by MCG

Yes, there was such a thing, but it wasn’t a product of the Ford Motor Company. An enterprising Ford dealer in San Bernardino, California produced the Flivver V8. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Ford Gentry V8, Ford Motor Company, Model T Ford

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