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MCG Executive Briefing for February 23, 2018

Posted on February 23, 2018 by MCG

At $214,500, this 1958 Facel-Vega FV4 French-American hybrid was a top seller at the Mecum Auctions Los Angeles sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Motorama Dreams: The 1955 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham

Posted on February 22, 2018 by MCG

The 1955 Eldorado Brougham dream car debuted a number of features that would be found on future Cadillacs, and one that never went anywhere: its pair of distinctive and dramatic tailfins. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1955 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham, General Motors Motorama

Video: Introducing the 1968 Pontiac Product Line

Posted on February 21, 2018 by MCG

Pontiac was red hot in 1968 with a full lineup of popular models, from Firebird to GTO to Bonneville. Watch the division proudly boost its product line in this short GM promotional film. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, John DeLorean, Pontiac

Video: Introducing the 1956 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on February 20, 2018 by MCG

Ford’s beloved Baby ‘Bird enters its second year on the market in this original promotional spot. Check out the careful improvements for 1956.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1956 Ford Thunderbird, Ford

MCG Executive Briefing for February 19, 2018

Posted on February 19, 2018 by MCG

The Heritage Division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has launched a “Reloaded by creators” program to find, restore, and sell the automaker’s vintage Italian models. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1966 Rambler Rogue

Posted on February 18, 2018 by MCG

In 1966, American Motors was cautiously dipping a toe into the youth market with modest yet sporty offerings like the Rambler Rogue. See the tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign here. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Rambler Rogue

Video: The 1970 Ford Drag Team in Action

Posted on February 17, 2018 by MCG

Here’s some real old-school drag racing. In this 1970 clip, see the stars of the Ford Drag Team in action: Hubert Platt, Ed Terry, and Dick Loehr  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Dick Loehr, Ed Terry, Ford Drag Team, Hubert Platt

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