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Shop Video: Secrets of Metalworking With the Shrinker Stretcher

Posted on March 16, 2017 by MCG

The shrinker stretcher is one of the more underestimated metal-forming tools in the shop. This excellent video by Lazze demonstrates a few important secrets of these powerful and flexible machines. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Lazze, Shrinker-Stretcher

Video: Studebaker Avanti Shatters 29 Records at Bonneville

Posted on March 15, 2017 by MCG

See Andy Granatelli at the top of his game, going fast and making headlines, in this 1962 factory film featuring the fabulous Studebaker Avanti at Bonneville. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Andy Granatelli, Studebaker, Studebaker Avanti

MCG Executive Briefing for March 13, 2017

Posted on March 13, 2017 by MCG

This 1955 Ferrari 250 GT with alloy bodywork by Pininfarina was the top seller at the the Bonhams Amelia Island 2017 auction, hammering down for $2.227 million with fees. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Plastic Memories: Monogram’s Big T Model Kit

Posted on March 11, 2017 by MCG

Here’s what every little gearhead lusted after in 1962: the king of the hot rod model kits, the Monogram Big T. Join us for a closer look at the plastic marvel. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Monogram Big T

MCG Executive Briefing for March 10, 2017

Posted on March 10, 2017 by MCG

One of six built, this rare 1959 Cadillac Broadmoor Skyview limo is expected to bring $175,000 to $250,000 at this weekend’s Bonhmans Amelia Island Auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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MCG Executive Briefing for March 6, 2017

Posted on March 6, 2017 by MCG

A new show at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles celebrates America’s two great motorcycles, Harley-Davidson and Indian, and their decades-long rivalry. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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California Dreaming: The 1965 Chevrolet Surfer I

Posted on March 4, 2017 by MCG

For the 1965 show car season, Chevrolet created this memorable ensemble: a custom El Camino roadster pulling a Gaylord ski boat, with each one sporting a muscular 396 big-block V8. Here’s the story.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chevrolet, Surfer I Show Car

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