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MCG Executive Briefing for January 4, 2016

Posted on January 4, 2016 by MCG

1953 Cadillac 62 GhiaOne of two built, this famed 1953 Cadillac Series 62 coupe with stunning bodywork by Ghia will be among the star consignments at the RM Sotheby’s Arizona sale later this month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.     Continue reading →

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Jack Benny Pitches the 1967 American Motors Line

Posted on January 3, 2016 by MCG

Jack Benny AMC 1967From his 1966 Christmas television special, here’s one of America’s most beloved entertainers, Jack Benny, selling the American Motors lineup for 1967. This is not just a fun car ad; this is real Americana. Please enjoy.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Jack Benny

Climb Dance: The Breathtaking Pikes Peak Film

Posted on January 2, 2016 by MCG

Peugeot-405-T16-Climb-DanceTighten your your belts and grab a piece of roll cage. We’re going for one of the wildest rides in motorsports: Climb Dance, Jean Louis Mouray’s short film featuring Ari Vatanen and Peugeot at the 1988 Pikes Peak Hill Climb. Watch!  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Ari Vatanan, Peugeot 405 Turbo, Pikes Peak

MCG Executive Briefing for January 1, 2016

Posted on January 1, 2016 by MCG

1957 Ferrari 335SWith a presale estimate of $30 million to $34 million, this 1957 Ferrari 335 S Spider with Le Mans provenance will headline the 2016 Artcurial Retromobile auction on Feb. 5-6 in Paris. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1966 Chevrolet Electrovair II

Posted on December 31, 2015 by MCG

Electrovair IIElectric vehicles are hot news in the car market today—and they’re as old as the auto industry. This fascinating General Motors film from 1966 showcases the Chevrolet Electovair II, the state of the art that year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Electrovair II

Video: Presenting the Studebaker Avanti

Posted on December 29, 2015 by MCG

Studebaker AvantiREVISED AND UPDATED — Here’s a great little promotional film from Studebaker introducing the 1963 Avanti. The clip features loads of neat car details and mid-century American charm—enjoy.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Avanti, Studebaker

MCG Executive Briefing for December 28, 2015

Posted on December 28, 2015 by MCG

1953 Cadillac EldoradoOne of only 533 produced, this 1953 Cadillac Eldorado convertible in Azure Blue will be offered at no reserve at the 2016 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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