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Video: McLaren Creates the Carbon-Fiber Race Car

Posted on May 3, 2016 by MCG

Carbon Fiber tubsIn this new video from McLaren, famed Formula 1 designer John Barnard describes the creation of the 1981 McLaren MP4/1, the first carbon-fiber race car. The materials revolution in the auto industry continues, but it was born here. Watch.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Formula One, McLaren

MCG Executive Briefing for May 2, 2016

Posted on May 2, 2016 by MCG

Frick SpecialWith Cadillac V8 power and bodywork by Vignale, this 1957 Bill Frick Special GT is expected to bring up to $220,000 at the Bonhams Greenwich Concours d’Elegance sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Mustang Two-Seaters That Never Were

Posted on April 30, 2016 by MCG

Ford Mustang concept 2-seater leadOver the years, Ford has often experimented with two-seat variations on the Mustang’s four-place pony car theme. Here are a few interesting examples.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Ford Mustang

MCG Executive Briefing for April 29, 2016

Posted on April 29, 2016 by MCG

Brough Superior BonhamsAt the Bonhams 2016 Spring Stafford Sale, this 1932 Brough Superior BS4 hammered down for $477,205, the most expensive British motorcycle ever sold at auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Two Wheels Too Many: The Story of the Pat Clancy Special

Posted on April 26, 2016 by MCG

Pat Clancy Special RFThe Pat Clancy Special of 1948-49 easily qualifies as one of the strangest cars ever to run in the Indianapolis 500. Here’s the story behind this unique machine.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Pat Clancy Special

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

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