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Only The Coolest British Engine Rebuild Video in the History of the Universe

Posted on June 29, 2012 by MCG

There’s really nothing to say about this video of a Triumph Spitfire engine overhaul except that you must watch it. Then you won’t be able to stop watching it. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Triumph Spitfire

A Day in the General Motors Wind Tunnel

Posted on June 28, 2012 by MCG

In July 2011, MCG spent a long day in the General Motors wind tunnel in Warren, Michigan. Unfortunately, the planned story never came together, but we did get some pretty pictures.

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Posted in Technology | Tagged GM wind tunnel

Vintage race cars at the Sloan

Posted on June 26, 2012 by MCG

A special exhibit at the Sloan Museum Auto Fair this past weekend showcased an era when cars were expected not only to go fast, but to look great doing it. Continue reading →

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Shelby Dodge convention 2012

Posted on June 25, 2012 by MCG

The Shelby Dodge Automobile Club rolled into Auburn Hills, Michigan for its 2012 national meet, and Motor City Garage was there to check it out.  Continue reading →

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Sloan Museum Auto Fair 2012

Posted on June 24, 2012 by MCG

Here’s the 2012 edition of an annual car show with a real car-guy flavor: the Sloan Museum Auto Fair in Flint, Michigan. This weekend’s show was another great time.   Continue reading →

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More from EyesOn Design 2012: the motorcycles

Posted on June 24, 2012 by MCG

At Motor City Garage we don’t really do motorcycles, but the classic and vintage bikes that appear at EyesOn Design each year are too exceptional to pass up. We can’t leave them alone.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Events | Tagged EyesOn Design

Saturday morning CarTune: Junior Brown’s got him a 409

Posted on June 23, 2012 by MCG

You’ve heard “409” by the Beach Boys and the Rip Chords. Now hear it by the Texas double-neck madman, Junior Brown. The Beach Boys dug his version of their old tune so much they went into the studio with him for a sendup. Check it out.

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