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Video: Selling the 1963 Studebaker Avanti

Posted on April 11, 2017 by MCG

The 1963 Avanti was the last major introduction by Studebaker, but it was one of the most memorable in the company’s 114-year history. Here’s an original factory clip pitching the distinctive South Bend GT.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Studebaker, Studebaker Avanti

MCG Executive Briefing for April 10, 2017

Posted on April 10, 2017 by MCG

This 1937 Talbot-Lago T150-C SS Goute d’Eau Coupe by Figoni et Falaschi is expected to bring up to $4.45 million at the RM Sotheby’s Villa d’Este auction in Lake Como, Italy. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Secrets of the 1948-1954 Step-Down Hudson

Posted on April 9, 2017 by MCG

With its 1948-1954 Step-Down series, Hudson introduced a truly different car to the postwar American automotive scene. Here’s more on these distinctive and fascinating vehicles.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hudson, Hudson Hornet, Hudson Motor Car Co., Twin-H Power

Video: The 1965 Geneva Motor Show

Posted on April 8, 2017 by MCG

The Geneva Motor Show is one of the world’s oldest automotive events, dating back to 1905. Here’s some great newsreel coverage of the 1965 show with an emphasis on British cars.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Geneva Motor Show

MCG Executive Briefing for April 7, 2017

Posted on April 7, 2017 by MCG

A Bugatti Type 49 Roadster with coachwork by Labourdette of Paris is among the early consignments for the 2017 Bonhams Greenwich auction on June 4. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: GM Progress of Power, 1969

Posted on April 4, 2017 by MCG

In the 1960s, GM led the auto industry with important research in alternative technology, from steam to electric to fuel cells, and the automaker boasted it to the world. This original 1969 GM film tells the story.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, GM Progress of Power

MCG Executive Briefing for April 3, 2017

Posted on April 3, 2017 by MCG

This 1968 Shelby GT500KR Convertible originally owned by actor Lee Marvin will be offered without reserve at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction later this week. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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