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Market Watch: Time-Capsule 1987 Buick Grand National

Posted on December 19, 2019 by MCG

Did you want a Buick Grand National back in 1987, but just couldn’t swing it at the time? Here’s your chance to rewrite your own history with this pristine, as-new example. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Market Watch | Tagged Buick, Buick Grand National

Five Carburetors: Why Not?

Posted on December 17, 2019 by MCG

One V8 hot-rodding trick of the ’50s that never quite caught on was the 5×2 carburetor setup. But you know, it’s not such a terrible idea. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods

MCG Executive Briefing for December 16, 2019

Posted on December 16, 2019 by MCG

This 1930 Stutz Boattail Speedster is expected to bring $450,000 to $650,000 at the Gooding & Company Scottsdale auction in January. Get all the latest to auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.

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Video: The Secret Life of the Automobile

Posted on December 15, 2019 by MCG

From Karl Benz to photochemical smog, here’s an entertaining and insightful history of the auto industry from The Secret Life of Machines.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged The Secret Life of Machines

Video: Jim Clark Wins the 1967 British Grand Prix

Posted on December 14, 2019 by MCG

In 1967, Lotus and Cosworth were reshaping the sport of Formula 1 with the assistance of Jim Clark and Graham Hill. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Cosworth DFV, Graham Hill, Jim Clark, Lotus 49

MCG Executive Briefing for December 13, 2019

Posted on December 13, 2019 by MCG

Top sellers at the annual Mecum Kansas City auction included this 1969 Mustang Boss 429 in Wimbledon White at $231,000. Get all the latest to auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.

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Video: Marketing the 1956 Nash

Posted on December 12, 2019 by MCG

Nash relied on the tried and true in automotive marketing as it launched its 1956 product line.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, George Romney, Nash, Nash Rambler

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