"This is a vibrant photo-essay on the history and evolution of Porsche's rear-engined sports legend." — Classic Cars To call it a legend is almost an understatement. After more than 50 years of model history, the one millionth Porsche 911 rolled off the production line in May 2017. The number of its fans is many times higher - because the "911" is the epitome of the sports car. Not only with its innovative technology, striking design and successes in major international racing events - from the...
The Rootes Story - The Making of a Global Automotive Empire traces the meteoric rise of the two Rootes brothers, William and Reginald, development of one of Britain's most important motor vehicle manufacturers. The Rootes Group acquired some of the most famous names in the British motor industry: Hillman, Humber, Sunbeam and Singer cars, as well as Commer and Karrier commercial vehicles. Over the years, some of the models built by Rootes would become household names: the Hillman Minx, Humber S...
Jensen and Jensen-Healey (Sutton's Photographic History of Transport S.)
by Keith Anderson
This pictorial history of Jensen shows the company's development from its modest beginnings through the extraordinary success of its high performance cars to its demise in the 1990s. It recalls Jensen's commissions from the rich and famous such as Clark Gable, and the very first Jensen, White Lady. Particular attention is paid to the revolutionary FF of 1966, Jensen's finest achievement, which was far ahead of its time. This title is intended for Jensen enthusiasts everywhere.
Corvette Black Book, 1953-1993 (Corvette Black Book)
by Michael Antonick
Land Rover Discovery Series II 1998 to 2004 (Essential Buyer's Guide)
by James Taylor
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from James Taylor's years of experience with the Land Rover Discovery, learn how to spot a bad example quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right Series II Discovery at the right price! Packed with good advice - from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, and the Land Rover community, to whether a Series II Discovery will suit you and your life...
The Lotus Elite was a turning point for Lotus. First produced at the end of the 1950s, it marked Lotus' transition from a maker of small racing cars, which had limited utility on the road, to the producer of a highly sophisticated road and race car. In the Elite, Lotus exploited its knowledge of new technology and racing pedigree to produce a car which, with its glass fibre monocoque and Coventry Climax engine, had the potential to be a world beater. This book gives an insight into the reasons...
STOP! Dont buy a 2CV without buying this book FIRST! Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Mark Paxtons years of 2CV ownership: learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price! Packed with good advice from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation and the 2CV community, to will it fit in your garage and with your lifestyle? This i...
Almost 4000 Alfa Romeo Montreals were produced between 1970 and 1977, and sound cars are readily available today at very affordable prices. It is a powerful car that can be immensely enjoyable to drive and that turns heads wherever it appears. But up to now, the lack of detailed information about the Montreal has frustrated many owners and discouraged others from purchasing the car. This book provides detailed technical information and practical tips to help owners with maintenance, tuning and u...
The full story of the Mazda MX-5 (known as the Miata in the USA and the Eunos in Japan) from inception in the early 1980's to the contemporary third-generation models. The book includes research undertaken in Japan and interviews with key figures in he MX-5 story.
The Karmann Ghia Coupe and Convertible are wonderfully stylish cars built on the ultra-dependable VW Beetle chassis and running gear. Built between 1955 and 1974, these cars are now established classics. This book is the essential guide to all the curvy and collectible VW-based Karmann Ghias. Colour throughout.
The incredible tale of Toyota's successful attempt to break into the US and European luxury car markets. Tells the full story of the development and production of what has become one of the world's most prestigious car marques. Includes many rare and previously unpublished photographs. Colour throughout.
For decades, a passion for vintage motors was regarded as an eccentric hobby, particularly prevalent among the wealthy of an older generation. Today, classic cars have an ever larger, younger fan base. Events such as the Mille Miglia in Italy, the Festival of Speed at Goodwood in England, and Pebble Beach in the U.S. enjoy increasing popularity and booming visitor numbers, year after year. In an opulent coffee table book, Classic Cars Review celebrates the classic car phenomenon by presenting t...
Renault (Sutton's Photographic History of Transport S.)
by Hector Mackenzie-Wintle
This photographic record celebrates a 100-year history of Renault cars, drawing on Renault's long history of innovative engineering, dominating characters, flair for business and organization. The title also looks at Renault in the Nazi era. By World War II, the Renault firm was one of France's major industrial concerns and Louis Renault was among the richest and most powerful French industrialists of his day. Later, the Renault company prospered without him, and has continued to design and mass...
A complementary volume to Datsun Z, also by Brian Long, this text tells the 20-year story of Datsun's/Nissan's sporting grand tourers, starting with the 280ZX of 1978 and then on through two generations of 300ZX, until the model was discontinued outside of Japan in 1998.
Triumph Sports Cars (Colour family album)
by David Sparrow and Andrea Sparrow
This text presents a colourful celebration of Triumph TR2 to TR8, Spitfire and GT6 in original colour pictures.
Triumph TR2, & TR3 - All models (including 3A & 3B) 1953 to 1962 (Essential Buyer's Guide)
by Alastair Conners
The Triumph TR2 and TR3 were the heralds of a long-running line of Triumph Sports Cars, culminating in the futuristic TR7 of the 1970s. They were truly sporting cars, suitable for competition and enjoyable fast road motoring. The quintessential British Sports Car of the 1950s, more than 83,000 side-screen TRs were produced, which contributed greatly to British manufacturing prestige - and the postwar economy - with approximately 90% being exported, principally to the USA and Canada. This book is...