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America’s New Post-War Car: The 1947 Kaiser

Posted on February 13, 2024 by MCG

Into a booming seller’s market for new cars in the USA, the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation launched the boldly designed 1947 Kaiser. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1947 Kaiser, Henry J. Kaiser, Joseph Frazer, Kaiser-Frazer

MCG Executive Briefing for February 12, 2024

Posted on February 11, 2024 by MCG

This rare 1941 Indian Scout V-twin will be offered at the Bonhams Spring Sale in April. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Revolution at Cadillac: The 1938 Sixty Special

Posted on February 11, 2024 by MCG

The Cadillac Sixty Special marked a new direction at Cadillac, and for American automobile styling, too. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Cadillac, Cadillac Sixty Special, Harley Earl, William L. Mitchell

Ford Goes Big for 1941

Posted on February 10, 2024 by MCG

Developed under the watchful eye of founder Henry Ford, the 1941 passenger cars were the company’s biggest Fords yet. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1941 Ford, E.T. Gregorie, Edsel Ford, Ford, Henry Ford

MCG Executive Briefing for February 9, 2024

Posted on February 8, 2024 by MCG

This 1904 Napier Samson will be among the star attractions at the Bonhams|Cars Amelia Island sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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GM’s Strangest V8: The 1930-32 Oakland/Pontiac Eight

Posted on February 7, 2024 by MCG

General Motors has developed countless V8s over the years, but maybe the most unusual was the 1930-32 Oakland/Pontiac Eight. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1930 Oakland V8, 1932 Pontiac V8, Oakland, Pontiac

Golden Anniversary Dreams: The 1953 Lincoln XL-500

Posted on February 6, 2024 by MCG

The XL-500 dream car represented the Ford Motor Company’s Lincoln division in the automaker’s Golden Anniversary celebration. But reportedly, it met an odd fate. . Continue reading →

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