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Hidden Fuel Fillers of the Fifties

Posted on September 15, 2021 by MCG

Cadillac led the industry in concealed gas caps, but eventually most of the American automakers joined in the fun. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Cadillac gas cap, Hidden fuel filler

Tuned, Taut, Smoother Than Ever: 1966 Buick Riviera

Posted on September 14, 2021 by MCG

History may not remember it quite this way, but the 1966 Buick Riviera actually outsold the classic 1963 through 1965 models. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1966 Buick Riviera, Buick, Buick Riviera, General Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for September 13, 2021

Posted on September 12, 2021 by MCG

The famed ’51 Mercury customized for Bob Hirohata by the Barris brothers will be offered at the Mecum Kissimmee sale in January. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Willys-Overland’s Last Passenger Car: The 1952-55 Aero Willys

Posted on September 11, 2021 by MCG

Willys-Overland’s last real passenger car, the Aero Willys, was less than a success for the Toledo automaker, but it did foreshadow America’s compact car movement of 1960.

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Posted in Auto History | Tagged Aero Willys, Willys Motors, Willys-Overland

MCG Executive Briefing for September 10, 2021

Posted on September 9, 2021 by MCG

The bizarre machine that starred in Mad Max: Fury Road is one of 13 vehicles from the 2015 movie now being sold at auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Fratzog and Flookerang: Far-Out Mopar Symbols from Days Gone By

Posted on September 9, 2021 by MCG

BMW has the Roundel; Ford the Blue Oval; Chevrolet the Bow Tie. Memorable Chrysler symbols from back in the day include the Flookerang and the Fratzog.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Flookerang, Forward Look, Fratzog, Stellantis

Five Weird Facts About the Chevy Small-Block V8

Posted on September 8, 2021 by MCG

Just for fun, here are some colorful facts about the Motor City’s most ubiquitous engine. Continue reading →

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