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Video: The 1932 Indianapolis 500

Posted on August 22, 2018 by MCG

Thanks to the IndyCar Series, here’s an awesome newsreel report on the 1932 Indianapolis 500 that includes some great action both on and off the track. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Fred Frame, Indianapolis 500

Video: Presenting the 1972 Chevrolet Station Wagon Lineup

Posted on August 21, 2018 by MCG

For 1972, the giant Chevrolet division offered a full line of station wagons, from the adorable Vega Kammback to the roomy G20 van. Here’s radio legend Casey Kasem with the pitch. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, General Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for August 20, 2018

Posted on August 20, 2018 by MCG

This 1963 Ferrari 275 P, a documented two-time Le Mans winner, will be offered for private purchase by RM Sotheby’s at Monterey Car Week on August 24-25. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Hurst/Olds Paces the 1972 Indy 500

Posted on August 18, 2018 by MCG

Here’s an awesome video with a long look back at one of the great Indy 500 Pace Cars, the 1972 Hurst/Oldsmobile, and the real star of the show, Linda Vaughn. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hurst/Oldsmobile, Indianapolis 500, Linda Vaughn

MCG Executive Briefing for August 17, 2018

Posted on August 17, 2018 by MCG

The 36th annual Lime Rock Park Historic Festival on Labor Day weekend will feature a record number of Bugattis, including this concours-winning 57SC Atlantic coupe. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: The Ford Style Show for 1940

Posted on August 16, 2018 by MCG

When you’re done watching this original sales training film for the stylish new 1940 Ford, you’ll be ready to hurry over to your local Ford dealer and buy one yourself. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1940 Ford, Ford Motor Company

Phantom Mopar Muscle: Chrysler’s Ball-Stud Hemi V8

Posted on August 15, 2018 by MCG

The Ball-Stud V8 was intended to be Act II in Chrysler’s Hemi muscle-car story, but unfortunately, it never made it past the prototype phase. Here’s the story behind the interesting experiment. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Ball-Stud Hemi, Chrysler Corporation

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