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Cadillac’s Small Mistake: The 1982-1988 Cimarron

Posted on October 7, 2017 by MCG

Presenting the car that helped to tarnish the name of a once-proud make: the 1982-1988 Cadillac Cimarron. “It wasn’t such a bad car,” said one industry veteran. “But it sure wasn’t a very good Cadillac.” Here’s the unfortunate tale.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Cadillac, Cadillac Cimarron, General Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for October 6, 2017

Posted on October 6, 2017 by MCG

Twice owned by the Henry Ford Museum, this 1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost brought  $1,001,000 at the Bonhams Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum sale in Philadelphia. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Sixties Showboat: The Fabulous 1968 Dodge Charger III

Posted on October 4, 2017 by MCG

Easily one of the most radical factory show cars of the 1960s, the Dodge Charger III has made a lasting impression throughout the automotive world. Here’s a closer look at Chrysler’s famed wild thing.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Charger III, Chrysler, Dodge

Video: Selling the 1960 Chevrolets

Posted on October 3, 2017 by MCG

In 1960, the Chevrolet division of of General Motors was sitting on top of the world, and you can see the bow-tie brand strutting its stuff in this original promotional spot.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Chevrolet, Chevrolet

MCG Executive Briefing for October 2, 2017

Posted on October 2, 2017 by MCG

One of four surviving examples, this 1933 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria is expected to bring $475,000 to $600,000 at the RM Sotheby’s Hershey auction on October 5-6. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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NASCAR’S Lost Dirt Superspeedway

Posted on October 1, 2017 by MCG

Nearly forgotten today, Memphis-Arkansas Speedway was one of NASCAR’s largest oval tracks in the 1950s. It was 1.5 miles in length, featured dramatic high banking, and the surface was dirt. Here’s the amazing story. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Memphis-Arkansas Speedway, NASCAR

Video: Celebrating the Bob McGee ’32 Ford Roadster

Posted on September 29, 2017 by MCG

The ’32 Ford roadster built by Bob McGee is a legend in the hot rod movement, and recently the pioneer highboy was enrolled in the National Historic Vehicle Register. Here’s a beautifully produced video showcasing the Deuce’s rich history. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods | Tagged 1932 Ford, Bob McGee Roadster

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