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Video: Only From Cadillac in 1980

Posted on February 16, 2025 by MCG

From GM’s luxury car division in 1980, the marketing message was “Only from Cadillac.” Here’s a quick look at what Cadillac was offering that year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1980 Cadillac, Cadillac

The Chrysler Class of 1969

Posted on February 15, 2025 by MCG

For 1969, the Chrysler division got all-new styling based on the fuselage look, creating a fresh identity for the corporation’s oldest brand. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1969 Chrysler, Chrysler, Chrysler Corporation, Chrysler TNT V8

Video: Thrill Driving the 1951 Fords

Posted on February 12, 2025 by MCG

Watch Joie Chitwood’s Original Auto Daredevils perform death-defying crash-and-burn stunts in this great old Ford Motor Company film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1951 Ford, Auto Thrill Shows, Ford, Ford Motor Company, Joie Chitwood

1923: The Model T Ford’s Biggest Year

Posted on February 11, 2025 by MCG

In 1923, annual production of the Model T Ford reached the astounding rate of two million cars. Here’s a look back at that remarkable year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1923 Ford, Ford, Ford Model T, Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford

Video: GM Introduces the Full-Sized 1974 Colonnade Coupes

Posted on February 9, 2025 by MCG

General Motors rarely employs corporate-wide marketing, but it made an exception to intoduce the 1974 full-sized Colonnade Coupes. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Buick, Chevrolet, Colonnade Roof, General Motors, Oldsmobile, Pontiac

1933: Plymouth Gets a Six

Posted on February 8, 2025 by MCG

Plymouth’s first six-cylinder car in 1933 was a bit of a misfire, but the company quickly adjusted. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1933 Plymouth Six, Chrysler Corporation, Plymouth, Plymouth PC

Video: The 1976 Grand Prix is Pontiac’s Classic Personal Car

Posted on February 6, 2025 by MCG

Now in its 15th year in production, for 1976 the Grand Prix was marketed as “Pontiac’s classic personal car.” Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix, Pontiac, Pontiac Grand Prix

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