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Video: Behind the Scenes at the 1954 Southern 500

Posted on October 27, 2016 by MCG

thomas-92Here’s a priceless behind-the-scenes look at the early days of NASCAR in this original four-minute reel from the 1954 Southern 500 at Darlington. Enjoy.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged NASCAR, Southern 500

Rambler’s Forgotten 1964 Rotary Engine

Posted on October 25, 2016 by MCG

oct-1964-mechanix-illustratedRambler’s rotary engine project of 1964 never went anywhere, but that doesn’t make it any less fascinating. Here’s the story behind this oddball powerplant.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Rambler, Rotary Engine

MCG Executive Briefing for October 24, 2016

Posted on October 24, 2016 by MCG

1969-ferrari-365-gtThis 1969 Ferrari 365 GT that has never left Italy will be among the featured offerings at the RM Sotheby’s Duemila Route sale at the Milano AutoClassica weekend on November 25-27. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Saturday Morning CarTune: Brian Setzer–Drive Like Lightning

Posted on October 22, 2016 by MCG

brian-setzer-drive-like-lightningIn advance of his upcoming concert video, Rockabilly Riot: Osaka Rocka, Brian Setzer has dropped a new live version of his high-octane rocker, “Drive Like Lightning.” Enjoy.  Continue reading →

Posted in CarTune | Tagged Brian Setzer

MCG Executive Briefing for October 21, 2016

Posted on October 21, 2016 by MCG

1963-impala-strickler-z11This rare 1963 Impala Z11 factory lightweight drag car from the Don Fezell collection will headline the Mecum Auctions Kissimmee sale on January 6-15, 2017. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Zsa Zsa Gabor Pitches the 1963 Studebaker Lark

Posted on October 18, 2016 by MCG

Here’s an entertaining pitch for the 1963 Lark featuring Hungarian actress and socialite Zsa Zsa Gabor. We’re not sure if any of the glamour rubbed off on Studebaker’s compact sedan, but it’s fun to watch. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Studebaker, Studebaker Lark

MCG Executive Briefing for October 17, 2016

Posted on October 17, 2016 by MCG

1957-e-birdHammering down for $85,000, this 1957 Thunderbird with rare E-code dual four-barrel V8 was one of the top 10 sellers at the Mecum Auctions 2016 Chicago sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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