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Video: Mickey Mouse Pitches the 1955 Nash line

Posted on July 4, 2016 by MCG

1955 Nash MiceWho knew? It turns out Mickey Mouse was a Nash man all the way. Check out these vintage commercial spots starring America’s most beloved rodent as he sells the Nash model line for 1955.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Nash, Nash Rambler

MCG Executive Briefing for July 4, 2016

Posted on July 4, 2016 by MCG

Shelby Cobra CSX 2000The very first Shelby Cobra roadster—serial CSX 2000—will be offered at auction in the RM Sotheby’s Monterey Sale during Pebble Beach Classic Car Week next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Five Fabulous but Forgotten Ford Concept Cars

Posted on July 2, 2016 by MCG

1973 Ford Explorer Chicago Auto ShowNot every factory concept car makes it to the production line, but they all have a story. Here are five fascinating examples from the Ford Motor Company over the years.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Ford, Ford concept cars

MCG Executive Briefing for July 1, 2016

Posted on July 1, 2016 by MCG

Ferrari 750 MonzaFormerly driven by American legends Phil Hill, Carroll Shelby, and Jim Hall, this 1955 Ferrari Monza 750 is expected to bring $4 million to $5.5 million at the RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: American Drag Racers Invade England, 1964

Posted on June 30, 2016 by MCG

England Tony Nancy 1964In bright, beautiful color, presenting a classic drag racing moment: when American hot rodders crossed the pond to compete in Britain’s 1964 International Drag Festival. Here are two minutes of newsreel heaven.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods, Motorsports | Tagged 1964 International Drag Festival

MCG Executive Briefing for June 27, 2016

Posted on June 27, 2016 by MCG

1967 Shelby Mustang GT500At $159,500, this 1967 Mustang Shelby GT500 was one of the top 10 sellers at the the Russo and Steele Newport Beach 2016 auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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An Oldsmobile Video History

Posted on June 25, 2016 by MCG

Oldsmobile Rocket HistoryREVISED AND UPDATED — Oldsmobile is gone but far from forgotten. Here’s a concise but excellent video history of one of America’s oldest automakers.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, Oldsmobile

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