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Chief of State: the 1932 Studebaker President

Posted on November 22, 2025 by MCG

Many say the 1932 President is the most elegant Studebaker of the prewar years, and it’s difficult to disagree. It’s certainly worthy of a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1932 Studebaker President, Delmar G. Roos, Studebaker, Studebaker President

The Greatest Engine of World War II: The Willys Go-Devil

Posted on September 9, 2025 by MCG

The title of greatest usually goes to the mighty aircraft engines of World War II, but our candidate is the humble Willys L-134, better known as the Go-Devil.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Delmar G. Roos, Willys Go-Devil, Willys Jeep, Willys-Overland

How the 1948 Willys Jeepster Was Born

Posted on May 20, 2025 by MCG

At low cost and fair speed, Willys-Overland transformed its all-steel station wagon into a sporty four-seat phaeton, and it sold in decent numbers for a short time. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Delmar G. Roos, Willys Jeepster, Willys-Overland

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