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The J. Geils Collection Goes to Auction in Monterey

Posted on August 8, 2017 by MCG

Not just a rock star, J. Geils was a hardcore car guy with impeccable taste and a special passion for Italian machines. A few of his favorite cars are headed for auction at Monterey next week. Here’s a look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ferrari, J. Geils

MCG Executive Briefing for August 7, 2017

Posted on August 7, 2017 by MCG

This 1956 Maserati A6G/54 Berlinetta is expected to bring $4,000,000 to $5,000,000 at the Gooding & Company 2017 Pebble Beach sale on August 18-19. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Engineering the 1984 Pontiac Fiero

Posted on August 5, 2017 by MCG

.Opinions vary regarding the Fiero, Pontiac’s mid-engine sports car, but gearheads agree it was an interesting effort. Here’s an original 1984 GM video with a behind-the-scenes look at the two-seater’s unique engineering.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Pontiac Fiero

MCG Executive Briefing for August 4, 2017

Posted on August 4, 2017 by MCG

The fabulous 1955 Cadillac Die Valkyrie by Brooks Stevens will be offered for public sale for the first time at the Worldwide Auctioneers Auburn sale on September 2. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Barn Finds: They’re Still Out There!

Posted on August 3, 2017 by MCG

Just to show that there are genuine barn finds out there still waiting to be found, this awesome 1932 Ford five-window coupe was hauled out of a shed in South Dakota. Here’s a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1932 Ford

When Car Interiors Were Colorful

Posted on August 2, 2017 by MCG

Auto cabins are rather drab these days. Brown, gray, black. Let’s turn back the clock a few years and recall when car interiors from the Motor City were celebrations of color. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chrysler Highlander, Pontiac Morrokide

Video: GM Motorama Moods 1953

Posted on August 1, 2017 by MCG

The General Motors Motorama was far more than a car show—it was a cultural celebration and a corporate mission statement. Here’s a fascinating look at the inaugural 1953 edition. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged General Motors, GM Motorama

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