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MCG Executive Briefing for April 28, 2017

Posted on April 28, 2017 by MCG

This stylish 1941 Packard One Eighty Convertible Victoria by Darrin is expected to bring $375,000 to $425,000 at the Auctions America Auburn Spring Sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Torture-Testing the 1951 Fords

Posted on April 27, 2017 by MCG

Here’s a treat, fellow gearheads: a look inside the vehicle testing procedures at the Ford Motor Company in 1951, including some rare behind-the-scenes footage at the Dearborn Proving Ground. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford

Video: Introducing the Revolutionary 1955 Chevrolet V8

Posted on April 25, 2017 by MCG

This great old GM promotional film from the legendary Jam Handy introduces an all-new Chevrolet feature for 1955:  the sensational 265 cubic-inch Turbo-Fire V8. Get the “confidential” info here. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 Chevrolet, Chevrolet

MCG Executive Briefing for April 24, 2017

Posted on April 24, 2017 by MCG

Featured themes at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed on June 29-July 2 will include Ferrari’s 70th anniversary and game-changing racing cars of all makes. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: The Sheriff of Dodge Country, 1970

Posted on April 23, 2017 by MCG

With the tagline, “You in a heap of trouble, boy,” Dodge created a memorable character to pitch the 1970 Challenger on television: Sheriff J.W. Higgins. Here’s the story of Sheriff Joe and the commercial where it all began. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Dodge, Dodge Challenger, Sheriff J.W. Higgins

The Ford Model T Story Told in a Vintage 1917 Postcard Set

Posted on April 22, 2017 by MCG

In 1917, Henry Ford’s Model T plant in Highland Park, Michigan was one of the great wonders of the world. Explore the amazing factory in this beautiful vintage postcard set.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Highland Park Plant, Henry Ford, Model T Ford

MCG Executive Briefing for April 21, 2017

Posted on April 21, 2017 by MCG

The black Dodge Charger driven by actor Vin Diesel in the Fast And The Furious movie franchise will cross the block at the at the Spring Carlisle auction on April 22. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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