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A Long Way From Kenosha: the 1969-70 Javelin 79-K by Karmann

Posted on February 27, 2024 by MCG

In 1969-70, American Motors Javelins were built in Germany. A few hundred of them, anyway. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

The Other Shelby-Ford Roadster: 1964-67 Sunbeam Tiger

Posted on February 27, 2024 by MCG

The Sunbeam Tiger is iinevitably compared to the Shelby Cobra but really, they are two very different cars. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Carroll Shelby, Rootes Group, Sunbeam Tiger

MCG Executive Briefing for February 26, 2024

Posted on February 25, 2024 by MCG

A Mercedes W196R driven by Juan Fangio will make a rare appearance outside Germany next week. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

Video: Introducing the Big and Trim 1962 Ford Fairlane

Posted on February 25, 2024 by MCG

Ford aimed right for the sweet spot between compacts and full-sized sedans with the 1962 Fairlane. This new Ford was big and trim, the automaker declared. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1962 Ford Fairlane, Ford, Ford Fairlane V8

Chevrolet Answers the Ford LTD: The 1965 Impala Caprice

Posted on February 24, 2024 by MCG

In February of 1965, Chevrolet clapped back at the new Ford LTD with its own value-prced luxury car, the Impala Caprice Custom Sedan. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1965 Impala Caprice, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Caprice, General Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for February 23, 2024

Posted on February 22, 2024 by MCG

The Captain America Harley chopper ridden by Peter Fonda in the film Easy Rider will be offered at auction in Los Angeles. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

Pontiac Breaks Through in 1941

Posted on February 21, 2024 by MCG

After struggling through much of the Great Depression, Pontiac came roaring back in 1941 with a complete line of stylish, well-equipped cars.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1941 Pontiac, General Motors, Pontiac

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