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Compendium of Ferrari related stories which evolved from 1957 visit to Ferrari factory in Maranello by Graham Gauld
Collects the series of articles inspired by visit. Includes facts and stories about coaches, engineers, mechanics, pilots. Fascinating.
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History of British Dinky Toys 1934-1964, Cecil Gibson takes you on a journey through the early days and development of this iconic brand.
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Magnificent 2-volumes in slipcase. Signed by all 3 authors. To connoisseurs of fine cars Delage combines performance, elegance, symbolising luxury and fine French taste summed up by ‘La Belle Voiture Française’, The most beautiful French car.
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The overdrive Derby Bentley was final flowering of an extremely successful model, with higher gearing, lighter steering, enhanced handling and better ride (plus other improvements) to enable it to compete with key rivals, most of which it outsold.
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A history of attempts on the land speed record, written by G. E. T. Eyston, a three time record breaker.
Eyston was a British racing driver, remembered for breaking land speed record thrice between 1937-39 in Thunderbolt; also won Segrave Trophy 1935.
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Superb book, heavily illustrated, comprehensively explains the full history of the Amilcar company. In English with French text companion volume.
Development of company, different models, details racing records, drivers and personalities. Scarce.
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Technical History of the work of Harry A Miller, associates, and successors.
One of the first and most notable American racing brands from beginnings in early 1920s, until bankruptcy in 1933, then takeover by Offenhauser until 1943. Scarce 1st edition
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First book to record life and works of Gordon Crosby, probably the most famous automotive artist.
Packed with fabulous colour full page examples of his work. Worth it for pictures alone – but also extensive information about his life and influences.
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Revised Edition of The Immortal 2.9 is not a reprint, nor rehash of first volume.
An entirely new book, 480 pages, 99 colour photos and 401 b/w photos. In all respects, it is more than twice the size of the first edition. More info in link.
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In the 50s European style road racing was just coming into its own in the Americas. Europe’s factory teams began arriving in force to conquer this new frontier.
Essentially a photographic record of the period with text in English, French and German.
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It's Mille Miglia week! Richly illustrated chronicle of the post-war Mille Miglia races. Features detailed race reports, driver stories, and rare photos from Italy’s legendary road race. One of many book on the subject on the site right now. Take a look.
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Palawan Press limited edition 1194/1500. Beautifully produced scarce book outlining the history of the illustrious marque, hardback with slipcase, 336 numbered pages. Stunning!
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Primarily grand prix, sports cars and rallying, reports on every major event with results, contemporary photography, features on the drivers of the day. A complete and very interesting record of the year. Rare early edition.
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The history of the OHC Midget produced between 1929 and 1936, regarded by many as the ‘golden age’ of the marque, as well as many photographs and drawings to help restorers. Brown boards, gilt title to spine. B/w diagrams and photos. 159 pages. Scarce.
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Setright continues work of description and analysis started by late Laurence Pomeroy in his 2 Grand Prix Car volumes finished in 1953. In a quarter of a million words and 150 illustrations it describes story of one of the most creative competitive eras.
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This is an essential reference book for the early Bentley car enthusiast.
The detailed research makes this the most comprehensive documentation of these cars, from the prototypes in 1932 to the Mark V whose introduction was thwarted by the war.
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A biography of John Rhodes Cobb a British Motor racing driver and holder of many speed records. Cobb died tragically in 1952, while trying to improve the water speed record on Loch Ness.
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Insightful look into how Jaguar built its brand identity. A fascinating read exploring marketing and heritage behind iconic name.
Great book showing history of marque as told through its own advertising. Really useful reference for brochure collectors.
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Susa-Moncenis. The oldest race in the world. 1902-2002.
Volume published to celebrate 100 years of the famous hill climb event which became part of the history of the automobile with many period photos and images, posters, posters and rare documents.
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Massively detailed survey of British trials scene in decade from the ‘Edwardian era’ prior to first world war. The Lands End, The Gloucester, The Edinburgh etc etc. Charts and lists of results, awards, events, drivers, their achievements and so forth.
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