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Video: Introducing the 1956 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on February 20, 2018 by MCG

Ford’s beloved Baby ‘Bird enters its second year on the market in this original promotional spot. Check out the careful improvements for 1956.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1956 Ford Thunderbird, Ford

MCG Executive Briefing for February 19, 2018

Posted on February 19, 2018 by MCG

The Heritage Division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has launched a “Reloaded by creators” program to find, restore, and sell the automaker’s vintage Italian models. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1966 Rambler Rogue

Posted on February 18, 2018 by MCG

In 1966, American Motors was cautiously dipping a toe into the youth market with modest yet sporty offerings like the Rambler Rogue. See the tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign here. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Rambler Rogue

Video: The 1970 Ford Drag Team in Action

Posted on February 17, 2018 by MCG

Here’s some real old-school drag racing. In this 1970 clip, see the stars of the Ford Drag Team in action: Hubert Platt, Ed Terry, and Dick Loehr  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Dick Loehr, Ed Terry, Ford Drag Team, Hubert Platt

MCG Executive Briefing for February 16, 2018

Posted on February 16, 2018 by MCG

Mercedes-Benz is teasing photos of the new AMG GT in the wind tunnel before its official debut in Geneva next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.    Continue reading →

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Ford’s Saucy ’69 Show Truck: The Ranchero Scrambler

Posted on February 13, 2018 by MCG

The American car show scene was red hot in the late 1960s, and Ford Motor Company answered the call with a nifty custom pickup for 1969, the Ranchero Scrambler. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Ford, Ford Ranchero, Ranchero Scrambler

Video: Marketing the 1963 Oldsmobile 98 Luxury Sedan

Posted on February 13, 2018 by MCG

For 1963, Oldsmobile sailed perilously close to Cadillac waters with a new flagship model, the 98 Luxury Sedan. See the upmarket sales pitch here. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1963 Oldsmobile 98 LS, Oldsmobile

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