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Video: Presenting the 1971 American Motors Line

Posted on April 3, 2018 by MCG

Here’s the American Motors story for 1971—from the compact Gremlin and Hornet to the loaded and luxurious Ambassador.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Hornet Sportabout

MCG Executive Briefing for April 2, 2018

Posted on April 2, 2018 by MCG

wned by dual world champion John Surtees for six decades, this 1957 BMW 507 is expected to bring up to $3.1 million at the Bonhams Festival of Speed sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Happy Easter From Mac’s Motor City Garage!

Posted on April 1, 2018 by MCG

The baskets aren’t going to deliver themselves. Happy Easter!

Posted in Events | Tagged Happy Easter

Video: How a 1937-Style Carburetor Works

Posted on March 31, 2018 by MCG

We never get tired of sharing good, solid technical info, especially when there’s an interesting historical angle. Check out this 1937 Chevrolet factory film on the basics of carburetors.  Continue reading →

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

MCG Executive Briefing for March 30, 2018

Posted on March 30, 2018 by MCG

A group of four classic Buick Gran Sport models from the Matt Wagoner collection, including this 1972 455 Stage 1, will cross the block at the Mecum Indy Auction May 15-19. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Engineering the 1970 Ford GT70

Posted on March 29, 2018 by MCG

Here’s a little-known story in Ford racing history, in the USA anyway: the 1970 Ford GT70. This original factory film details the fascinating Ford of Britain program. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ford, Ford GT70, Len Bailey

Video: Driving the 1955 Chevrolet at the GM Proving Ground

Posted on March 28, 2018 by MCG

Here’s a sweet little clip featuring the car that changed the Detroit auto industry, the 1955 Chevy, going through its paces at the GM Milford Proving Ground. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 Chevrolet, General Motors, Milford Proving Ground

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