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MCG Executive Briefing for April 27, 2018

Posted on April 27, 2018 by MCG

A unique collection of 16 Corvette Indianapolis 500 pace cars will be offered as a single lot at the Mecum Indianapolis auction on May 15-20. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Bentley, the Early Years

Posted on April 26, 2018 by MCG

Here’s a an excellent and fast-moving history of one of Britain’s greatest cars, including the story of its celebrated creator, Walter Owen Bentley.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Bentley, W.O. Bentley

Video: Chevrolet’s Mid-Engine Aerovette Concept

Posted on April 25, 2018 by MCG

This four-minute film features a rare, close-up look at one of the most fascinating  General Motors concept cars ever: the Chevrolet Aerovette.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Aerovette, Chevrolet Corvette, General Motors

Video: Touring the Streets of New York in 1911

Posted on April 23, 2018 by MCG

See the streets of New York City just as they were more than a century ago in this beautifully preserved and restored film from 1911.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged New York City

MCG Executive Briefing for April 23, 2018

Posted on April 23, 2018 by MCG

This 1948 Plymouth P15 Special Deluxe will be among the offerings at the fourth Hoosier Classic Collector Car Auction to benefit the Kokomo Automotive Museum. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Posted on April 22, 2018 by MCG

The legend starts here. See the ’57 Chevrolet Bel Air in all its tail-finned glory in this original two-minute color commercial.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1957 Chevrolet, Chevrolet

Video: Bob Sweikert Wins the 1955 Indianapolis 500

Posted on April 21, 2018 by MCG

Here’s an awesome, in-depth newsreel feature on the 1955 Indianapolis 500 in bright and beautiful color.      Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged 1955 Indianapolis 500, Bob Sweikert, Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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