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MCG Executive Briefing for August 15, 2014

Posted on August 15, 2014 by MCG

??????????????????????????????First came the Dodge Challenger Hellcat with a 6.2L, 707 hp supercharged V8. Now comes a four-door Charger sedan version good for 204 mph. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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The Phantom 1958 Corvette Retractable Hardtop

Posted on August 12, 2014 by MCG

Francis Scott’s one-of-one ’58 Corvette retractable wasn’t exactly a factory prototype, but it was an inside job. Here’s the story behind the story. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Corvette, Corvette Retractable

MCG Executive Briefing for August 11, 2014

Posted on August 11, 2014 by MCG

Shelby experts are expecting this 1964 289 Competition Cobra (CSX 2430) to bring up to $2.5 million at the 2014 RM Auctions London sale on Sept. 8. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Brieifing.   -RM Auctions photo by Robin Adams     Continue reading →

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Video: Ferrari and Shell through the years in Formula One

Posted on August 9, 2014 by MCG

Ferrari Shell peomo See how many historic city scenes and classic Ferrari racers you can recognize in this famous little promotional clip. Beautifully done, take a look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ferrari

MCG Executive Briefing for August 8, 2014

Posted on August 8, 2014 by MCG

Ferrari 250 EuropaThis 1953 Ferari 250 Europa Pinin Farina punctured the million-dollar mark at the Auctions America Burbank sale with a winning bid of $1,017,500. Get all the latest car industry news in the Executive Briefing.    -photo courtesy Auctions America   Continue reading →

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Five More Forgotten GM Brands

Posted on August 7, 2014 by MCG

Jump in. We’re off to round up another fresh batch of lost, obscure, and forgotten General Motors brands. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors

Little Deuce Coupes

Posted on August 5, 2014 by MCG

Treasured by hot rodders and restorers alike, the 1932 Ford Coupe of song and story is one of America’s most beloved cars. There’s plenty to know about these popular classics, so let’s dig in for a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design, Hot Rods | Tagged 1932 Ford, Ford

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