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Video: Creating the 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

Posted on October 14, 2018 by MCG

For 1962, Studebaker and designer Brooks Stevens pulled off a near-miracle, repackaging the ancient Hawk model as an elegant European-style GT. Here’s a closer look at the Gran Turismo Hawk, including an original factory film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Sherwood Egbert, Studebaker, Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

Eleven Formula 1 Races The Wrong Driver Won

Posted on October 13, 2018 by MCG

They say fate is a cruel mistress. Here are 11 memorable examples in Formula 1 where one driver had a very good day, and another driver had a very bad one. Watch.  Continue reading →

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Le Corbusier’s Dream Car: The 1936 Voiture Minimum

Posted on October 13, 2018 by MCG

Architect, artist, and author, Le Corbusier helped to shape the 20th century. And by the way, he was a car enthusiast, too. Here’s his 1936 proposal for a universal automobile, the Voiture Minimum. 
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Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Giorgetto Giugiaro, Italdesign, Le Corbusier, Voiture Minimum

MCG Executive Briefing for October 12, 2018

Posted on October 12, 2018 by MCG

Top sellers at the Bonhams Philadelphia Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum auction included this 1933 Packard Super Eight Touring at $106,400. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1955 Cadillac

Posted on October 11, 2018 by MCG

In 1955, Cadillac was sitting on top of the automotive world, and it showed in the supremely confident tone of its marketing program. See and hear the pitch in action.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 Cadillac, Cadillac, General Motors

Bookshelf: Three New Books on the Muscle Car Era

Posted on October 10, 2018 by MCG

Muscle cars continue to be the hot tickets on the American car collecting scene. Here are three new books to fuel your interest and guide your way. Continue reading →

Posted in Bookshelf | Tagged Ford Mustang, General Motors COPO, Pontiac GTO

Life in a Trombone Case: The Motor City’s Velour Era

Posted on October 9, 2018 by MCG

The 1970s were an awkward time for America—in fashion, in hair styles, and yes, even in car interiors. We take a quick look back at the grand velour era of the Motor City. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Velour Car Interiors

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