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Dodge Challenger the First: The 1959 Silver Challenger

Posted on February 2, 2019 by MCG

For many enthusiasts, the Dodge Challenger story begins in 1970. But years earlier, the Challenger name was used on a totally different product from the Dodge division.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Dodge Challenger

MCG Executive Briefing for February 1, 2019

Posted on February 1, 2019 by MCG

This rare 1950 Porsche split-windshield coupe will be offered at the Bonhams Paris auction, where it is expected to bring up to $1.2 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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A Model T Ford V8?

Posted on January 31, 2019 by MCG

Yes, there was such a thing, but it wasn’t a product of the Ford Motor Company. An enterprising Ford dealer in San Bernardino, California produced the Flivver V8. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Ford Gentry V8, Ford Motor Company, Model T Ford

Video: Introducing the 1942 Oldsmobile with Hydra-Matic Drive

Posted on January 30, 2019 by MCG

The automatic transmission is nearly universal today, but the American car-buying public was wary at first. Here’s Oldsmobile’s pitch for the 1942 Hydra-Matic. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged General Motors, GM Hydra-Matic, Oldsmobile

Time-Lapse Engine Rebuild: The Volkswagen Beetle

Posted on January 28, 2019 by MCG

Simple yet rugged, the air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle engine powered more than 21 million vehicles. Here’s an entertaining and informative look inside.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Hagerty, Time-Lapse Engine Rebuild, Volkswagen Bug

MCG Executive Briefing for January 28, 2019

Posted on January 28, 2019 by MCG

At a fee-inclusive $1.05 million, this 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra cracked the million-dollar bracket at the Gooding & Company Scottsdale Sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Selling the 1961 Studebaker Lark

Posted on January 27, 2019 by MCG

.A fashion shoot is the setting in this sales pitch for the 1961 Studebaker Lark.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Skytop, Studebaker, Studebaker Lark

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