For 1958, Ford Motor Company adopted a fresh marketing message, presenting all its car brands united under one corporate umbrella. Here’s the pitch. Continue reading
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Video: Road Testing the 1960 Mercury
In clear, beautiful color, this nicely preserved Ford Motor Company spot introduces the 1960 Mercury line. Check out the catchy rhymes. Continue reading
Video: Henry Ford’s Mirror of America
While Henry Ford was putting America on wheels, he chronicled the changes with his own private movie company. From its gigantic film library, in 1963 the National Archives produced a remarkable film. See it here. Continue reading
Station Wagon Dreams: The 1964 Ford Aurora
The fabulous Detroit dream car era brought a flood of coupe, sedan, and convertible concepts, while station wagons were relatively rare. Ford took an interesting stab at the category with the 1964 Aurora show car. Continue reading
A Video History of the Lincoln Motor Company
Here’s an entertaining and educational little video history of Lincoln, one of the oldest and most distinguished names in the Motor City. Continue reading
Video: Ed Sullivan Pitches the 1954 Mercury
From 1948 through 1962, variety show host Ed Sullivan was the face and voice of Lincoln-Mercury on television. Here’s Ed pitching the new 1954 Mercury line. Continue reading
Video: Two Minutes With Henry Ford II, 1977
Henry Ford II was the last of the American auto barons, wielding more power than many kings and presidents. See and hear him come to life in this fascinating 1977 interview. Continue reading