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Ford Motor Co. unveils the Lincoln Continental concept car at an event ahead of the New York International Auto Show in New York on March 30, 2015. Ford Motor Co will resurrect the Lincoln Continental as its top-of-the line luxury sedan, betting the class

Why are GM and Ford going retro? Chinese buyers want grandpa’s car.

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This week, General Motors and Ford will introduce new versions of luxury sedans that are designed with China’s luxury consumers in mind. From tricked-out back seats to super high-end amenities like champagne holders, the American companies are betting big-time on Chinese future.

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