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MCG Executive Briefing for April 25, 2016

Posted on April 25, 2016 by MCG

1966 BBC BiscayneWith an extensive competition history and factory 427 CID V8 power, this ’66 Biscayne drag racer is expected to bring $90,000-$110,000 at the Mecum Indy auction next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Henry Ford’s America–a Rare Canadian Documentary

Posted on April 23, 2016 by MCG

HF & LIAttention, students of the automobile: This rare 1977 CBC film is one of the best documentaries ever made about the Ford Motor Company and North American car culture. Take the time to watch—we promise you will not be disappointed.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Henry Ford, Henry Ford II

MCG Executive Briefing for April 22, 2016

Posted on April 22, 2016 by MCG

Ferrari 275 GTSThe 2016 RM Sotheby’s Monaco sale will feature no less than 21 vintage Ferraris, including this 1968 275 GTS/4 NART Spider expected to bring up to $26 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Inside GMC’s Mighty 702 Cubic-Inch V12

Posted on April 21, 2016 by MCG

GMC Twin Six GM photoPresenting one of the largest gasoline engines ever produced by General Motors: the 702 cubic-inch Twin Six used in GMC trucks of the 1960s. Here’s more on this fascinating dinosaur.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged General Motors, GMC Twin Six

Video: Ned Jarrett’s 14-lap Victory in the 1965 Southern 500

Posted on April 20, 2016 by MCG

Myth: Nice guys finish last. Gentleman Ned Jarrett laid a historic beating on the NASCAR Grand National field at Darlington in 1965, winning by 14 laps. Here on video are his memories of that dominating performance. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ford, NASCAR, Ned Jarrett

Video: Onboard with Mike Hawthorn in a Jaguar D-Type at Le Mans

Posted on April 19, 2016 by MCG

1956 LeMans D JaguarHere’s a rare moment in motor racing: The year is 1956, and British national racing hero Mike Hawthorn is taking us on a guided tour of the historic Le Mans circuit in a factory D-Type Jaguar. Enjoy.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Jaguar D-Type, LeMans, Mike Hawthorn

MCG Executive Briefing for April 18, 2016

Posted on April 18, 2016 by MCG

1967 GTXAn extremely original 426 hemi-powered 1967 Plymouth GTX will be among the star attractions at the 39th annual New England Auto Auction on August 20. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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