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October 5, 1964 – Limo JFK was shot in returns to presidential service
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October 4, 1928 – Mercedes straight 8 debuts
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October 2, 1959 – The Chevrolet Corvair is introduced
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September 20, 1962 – The MGB goes to press
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September 18, 1955 – The 2 millionth Ford V8 engine is built
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For Sale: 1970 Chevy El Camino – $10K
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Rare Truck: 1940 Plymouth PT105, not PT109
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October 4, 1928 – Mercedes straight 8 debuts
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