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Ford’s Wild Future RV: The 1960 Unitron

Posted on May 13, 2023 by MCG

The futuristic Ford Unitron was created to explore the Dearborn automaker’s possible entry into the recreational vehicle market. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Ford Unitron, Dean Beck, Ford, George Walker

The Secret Door: A 1961 Ford Styling Film

Posted on May 3, 2023 by MCG

Here’s a rare treat: A detailed look inside the Ford styling studios in Dearborn in 1961. There’s a lot to discover here—check it out. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Alex Tremulis, Eugene Bordinat, Ford, Ford Styling Center, William Clay Ford Sr.

Detroit’s Wildest Racing Engine: The ’64 Ford Indy V8

Posted on April 27, 2023 by MCG

Ford’s double overhead-cam Indy V8 not only looked fabulous, it was a winner too, with seven Indy 500 victories. Here are a few of its secrets. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ford, Ford DOHC Indy V8

Video: Charlie Brown Pitches the 1962 Ford Falcon

Posted on April 17, 2023 by MCG

Here are Charlie Brown and his Peanuts pals, Linus and Lucy, to sell you a 1962 Ford Falcon. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1962 Ford Falcon, Charlie Brown, Ford, Peanuts

Video: Meet the 1972 Ford Gran Torino

Posted on April 15, 2023 by MCG

Ford’s mid-sized cars received an all-new chassis and exterior sheet metal for 1972, and a new name, too: Gran Torino. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1972 Ford Gran Torino, Ford

Video: A 1959 Ford Fashion Show

Posted on March 8, 2023 by MCG

A chic fashion show at the Brussels World’s Fair is the setting for this detailed look at the 1959 Fords. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1959 Ford, Brussels World's Fair, Ford

Video: Rod Serling Introduces the 1971 Ford LTD

Posted on February 21, 2023 by MCG

Famed television writer and producer Rod Serling was the spokesman for this campaign demonstrating the quietness of the 1971 Ford LTD. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1971 Ford LTD, Ford, Rod Serling

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