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MCG Executive Briefing for December 6, 2021

Posted on December 5, 2021 by MCG

This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing is expected to bring up to $1.65 million at the RM Sotheby’s Arizona sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Why Independent Front Suspension? A 1935 Film

Posted on December 4, 2021 by MCG

When independent front suspension was introduced, it was a huge development for the American auto industry. Okay, why? This 1935 Chevrolet film explains the issue perfectly.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1935 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Knee Action, Independent Front Suspension

MCG Executive Briefing for December 3, 2021

Posted on December 2, 2021 by MCG

This 1965 Shelby Mustang GT350R prototype sold for $3.85 million on year ago, and now it’s headed back to the auction block. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Handy, Not Handsome: The 1936 Dearborn Cabover

Posted on December 2, 2021 by MCG

The Ford Motor Company took its good old time introducing cabover trucks, so aftermarket suppliers like the Dearborn Line moved in to fill the gap. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, The Dearborn Line, Transportation Engineers Inc.

Racing to Victory: The Allison V-1710 Aircraft Engine

Posted on December 1, 2021 by MCG

The best-known U.S. aircraft engine of World War II had its roots in auto racing and the Indianapolis 500.    -Photo courtesy National Air and Space Museum. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Allison Engine Co., Allison V-1710

Inside the 1929-32 Cord L-29 Front Drive

Posted on November 29, 2021 by MCG

The Cord Front Drive of 1929-32 has always been celebrated as a beautiful car, but the stuff on the inside is equally interesting.

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Posted in Auto History | Tagged C.W. Van Ranst, Cord L-29, E.L. Cord, Lycoming

MCG Executive Briefing for November 29, 2021

Posted on November 28, 2021 by MCG

This rare 1970 Ford Fairmont GT from the the estate of South African collector Louis Coetzer will be sold at auction on Dec. 4. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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