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Cocktail Lounge on Wheels: The 1969 Ford Aurora II

Posted on January 11, 2024 by MCG

Ford called it “a luxury lounge on wheels.” Meet the Aurora II, a customized Ford LTD Country Squre for the 1969 car-show circuit. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

Ford’s Stepping Stone: The 1962 Super High-Performance 406 V8

Posted on January 9, 2024 by MCG

Ford’s 406 cubic-inch V8 was around for barely a year, but it helped to set the stage for the automaker’s Total Performance era. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford 406 V8, Ford FE engine family

Video: How to Drive a Sherman Tank

Posted on January 8, 2024 by MCG

Mac’s Motor City Garage presents yet another invaluable how-to feature: How to drive a Sherman M4 tank. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Sherman M4 tank

MCG Executive Briefing for January 8, 2024

Posted on January 7, 2024 by MCG

This 1970 Plymouth Superbird will be among the star attractions at the Mecum Kissimmee sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Two’s Better: The 1907 Carter Two-Engine Car

Posted on January 5, 2024 by MCG

If one engine is good, two must be better, especially when they break down so often. That was the logic behind the 1907 Carter Two-Engine Car. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Carter Two-Engine Car, Howard O. Carter

MCG Executive Briefing for January 5, 2024

Posted on January 4, 2024 by MCG

This 1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spyder will be among the consignments at the Bonhams Scottsdale auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Bob Hope Introduces the 1960 Buick

Posted on January 3, 2024 by MCG

See the 1960 Buick, and a nice little fleet of vintage Buicks, too, in this spot  starring America’s favorite ham, Bob Hope. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Buick, Buick

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