Derek Bell’s name became inextricably linked with that of Porsche during his long and hugely successful career as a racing driver. In this new 276-page book, Bell collaborates with renowned motorsport author Richard Heseltine to give the reader a very personal insight into his experiences racing for the legendary German marque.
The release of the all-new HK Holden Monaro in 1968 sent a shockwave through the Australian motor industry. Holden’s reputation for building reliable – but rather dull – family cars was shattered when its gorgeous new two-door coupe erupted onto the local automotive scene.
The sporty Monaro was not only a good looker; in GTS 327 form, ......
When it was first launched at the 1948 London Motor Show, the Jaguar XK120 caused a sensation, not only for its sleek looks and curvaceous lines but also the startling performance of the new XK engine. As the author explains, this was the first production unit to feature twin overhead cam-shafts and an alloy cylinder head with hemispherical ......
“Ahead of its time” doesn’t begin to describe the vehicular phenomenon known as the Volkswagen Bus. Stylish and dependable with lots of charming amenities, the Microbus might well be called the ultimate vehicle. The Volkswagen Bus became symbolic of the counterculture movement and the vehicle of choice among the young and adventurous during the ......
This successful series of four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation has finally made it on to our publishing list.
Developed in 1951 as Toyotas version of a Jeep-like vehicle it has been produced in convertible, hardtop, station wagon and utility truck versions plus its current ......
Morgans way of producing cars is unique. In this day and age, the company still makes use of real craftsmanship in every aspect of building its characterful cars, and every Morgan can be made to a bespoke specification to suit the individual customers wishes.
In Making a Morgan, the reader accompanies a very traditional model, a Morgan ......
When Ford first released the sleek, high-performance Mustang in 1964, it was a success from the get-go. Over forty years later, enduringly fast, classy, and relatively inexpensive, the Mustang continues to boast a devoted following. Featuring iconic models from different eras in the Mustangs glorious history, this wall calendar puts you in the ......
Eugenio Castellotti was the youngest driver of Scuderia Lancia. Together with Ascari and Villoresi, he joined the newly-founded Grand Prix racing team in 1954. Due to many constructional delays in the im-plementation of the D50 project, the team did not get involved in racing until the last race of the 1954 season. Consequently team members ......
Eugenio Castellotti, born on October 10th, 1930, was registered as an amateur driver who raced a Ferrari in 1950. He was talented enough to manage a stunning second-place podium finish in the 1952 mega-sports-event of the Mille Miglia. From 1953 onwards, he raced sports cars solely and successfully. In the Carrera Panamericana of that year, he ......
Hemi. The word conjures up visions of racing and street domination. Widely regarded as one of the greatest American V-8s ever produced, Chrysler released its third-generation version of the engine in 2003 and installed it in a wide range of Chrysler cars and trucks. Through the years, the 5.7, 6.1, 6.2 Hellcat, and 6.4 Hemi engines have ......
Making horsepower at Chrysler in the early 1960s was nothing new for the Pentastar brand. The 413 RB engine had been producing more than 350 hp since the late 1950s. Joining the lineup in 1963, the 426 Wedge doubled down on the fact that Chrysler was all-in on going fast. The one weakness holding them back from total domination on the streets ......
In this fascinating book, the author explores the development of the early models of what was to become a legendary sports car brand, the Triumph TRs. Having failed in their bid to buy Morgan, the bosses at the Standard Motor Company decided to design their own sports car. The result was the TRX and 20TS, which outlined the shape of what was to ......
It was the motor sports craving France that organized the very first “Grand Prix” race in 1906. Following the conclusion of WWI, other countries began to host the so called “Great Prices” races, as well. With the popularity of “Grand Prix” growing in the world, it soon became synonymous with international motor ......
It was the motor sports craving France that organized the very first “Grand Prix” race in 1906. Following the conclusion of WWI, other countries began to host the so called “Great Prices” races, as well. With the popularity of “Grand Prix” growing in the world, it soon became synonymous with international motor ......
It was the motor sports craving France that organized the very first “Grand Prix” race in 1906. Following the conclusion of WWI, other countries began to host the so called “Great Prices” races, as well. With the popularity of “Grand Prix” growing in the world, it soon became synonymous with international motor ......
It was the motor sports craving France that organized the very first “Grand Prix” race in 1906. Following the conclusion of WWI, other countries began to host the so called “Great Prices” races, as well. With the popularity of “Grand Prix” growing in the world, it soon became synonymous with international motor ......
It was the motor sports craving France that organized the very first “Grand Prix” race in 1906. Following the conclusion of WWI, other countries began to host the so called “Great Prices” races, as well. With the popularity of “Grand Prix” growing in the world, it soon became synonymous with international motor ......
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