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Video: Britain Builds the 1954 Nash Metropolitan

Posted on August 13, 2016 by MCG

Fisher and Ludlow Metro body lineREVISED AND UPDATED — This 1954 newsreel reports on the production launch of the Nash Metropolitan at the historic Austin/BMC factory in Longbridge, England. It was a big moment for Nash and for Great Britain. Let’s watch.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Austin, BMC, Nash Metropolitan, Nash-Kelvinator

MCG Executive Briefing for August 12, 2016

Posted on August 12, 2016 by MCG

Dana-Mecum-1935-Miller-Ford-One of 10 built by Harry Miller and Preston Tucker for the 1935 Indianapolis 500, this Miller-Ford front-drive racer is expected to bring $450,000 to $550,000 at the Mecum Auctions Monterey sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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A Van Before its Time: The Brooks Stevens Willys Commuter

Posted on August 11, 2016 by MCG

1958 Willys Commuter Concept 600In 1958, years before the custom van movement or the introduction of the minivan, famed industrial designer Brooks Stevens created the Willys Commuter concept. Here’s more on this fascinating vehicle.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Willys, Willys Commuter

Video: 1968 British Grand Prix in Color

Posted on August 9, 2016 by MCG

Siffert 1968 British Grand PrixIn bright, beautiful color, here’s an awesome two-minute newsreel treatment of the 1968 British Grand Prix, won by Jo Siffert. For many, this was the golden age of Formula 1, and as you watch this film you will understand why.  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged British Grand Prix, Jo Siffert

MCG Executive Briefing for August 8, 2016

Posted on August 8, 2016 by MCG

1930 Packard 734 SpeedsterThis exceptional 1930 Packard 734 Speedster Runabout is expected to bring from $1.2 million to $1.5 million at the Gooding & Company Pebble Beach auction on Aug. 20-21. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Secrets of the Hemi Under Glass

Posted on August 6, 2016 by MCG

Hemi Under Glass GoodwoodHow do you drive a race car the full length of the quarter mile on its rear wheels? As you can guess, there are some tricks to it. This video demonstrates how Bob Riggle makes the Hemi Under Glass Barracuda do its thing.  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Bob Riggle, Hemi Under Glass

MCG Executive Briefing for August 5, 2016

Posted on August 5, 2016 by MCG

1929-Duesenberg MurphyHammering down for $1.54 million, this 1929 Duesenberg J Murphy Disappearing Top Roadster was the top seller at the RM Sotheby’s Motor City auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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