Based on a production 1963 F-85 convertible, the Oldsmobile J-TR show car is little known today, but it bears the unmistakable stamp of GM styling boss Bill Mitchell. Here’s a closer look. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 11, 2017
This concours-grade 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta is expected to bring $8.5 million to $10 million at the RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale on August 18-19. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Carroll Shelby Pitches the 1968 Mustang
Among his many talents, Carroll Shelby was one of the car industry’s great salesmen. Here the Ford Motor Company puts him to work selling the 1968 Mustang line. Continue reading
The J. Geils Collection Goes to Auction in Monterey
Not just a rock star, J. Geils was a hardcore car guy with impeccable taste and a special passion for Italian machines. A few of his favorite cars are headed for auction at Monterey next week. Here’s a look. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 7, 2017
This 1956 Maserati A6G/54 Berlinetta is expected to bring $4,000,000 to $5,000,000 at the Gooding & Company 2017 Pebble Beach sale on August 18-19. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1984 Pontiac Fiero
.Opinions vary regarding the Fiero, Pontiac’s mid-engine sports car, but gearheads agree it was an interesting effort. Here’s an original 1984 GM video with a behind-the-scenes look at the two-seater’s unique engineering. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 4, 2017
The fabulous 1955 Cadillac Die Valkyrie by Brooks Stevens will be offered for public sale for the first time at the Worldwide Auctioneers Auburn sale on September 2. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading