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Buick Portholes: A 10-Minute History

Posted on October 31, 2017 by MCG

In the 1950s, every car-spotting kid could identify a Buick by the portholes in the front fenders. Here’s some backstory on a novel styling feature that continues to this day.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick, Ventiports

MCG Executive Briefing for October 30, 2017

Posted on October 30, 2017 by MCG

Vintage Cadillacs will be among the headliners at the Leake Auction Dallas Fall event on November 17-19, including this 1948 Series 62 Coupe in Madeira Maroon. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Tom McCahill Tests the New 1958 Edsel

Posted on October 28, 2017 by MCG

Fasten your seat belts.  Today we’re riding along with famed automotive writer Tom McCahill as he test-drives the hot new 1958 Edsel. It’s classic McCahill, don’t miss it. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Edsel, Ford, Tom McCahill

MCG Executive Briefing for October 27, 2017

Posted on October 27, 2017 by MCG

At the Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas auction, this Raven Black 1963 Lincoln Continental convertible sold for $110,000, blowing past the NADA High Retail value of $75,460. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Penny Rocket: The Rambler SC/Rambler Story

Posted on October 25, 2017 by MCG

In March of 1969, little American Motors dropped a big surprise on the muscle car world. The Rambler SC/Rambler could run with the big guys, and it sold for a mere $2,998. Here’s the story. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged AMC, American Motors, Rambler SC/Rambler

Video: An Introduction to Chrysler Fluid Drive

Posted on October 24, 2017 by MCG

Chrysler’s Fluid Drive was an important step in the evolution of the automatic transmission. Here’s how Chrysler marketed the innovation and a quick, clear look at how it works. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler, Fluid Drive

MCG Executive Briefing for October 23, 2017

Posted on October 23, 2017 by MCG

The 75/105hp Prinz Heinrich Benz Raceabout raced by Barney Oldfield will be offered at the Bonhams Bothwell Collection auction on November 11. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.    Continue reading →

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