Fangio
Fangio

Author: Gerald Donaldson

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2012-10-31

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 0753546345

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Juan Manuel Fangio's name is indelibly inscribed in the record books and many consider him to be the greatest driver in history. It was 46 years before his record of five World Championships was beaten, but even now he is still remembered for an exceptional Formula 1 career which contained some of the greatest displays of skill and daring ever seen. Few though know of his almost super-human exploits in epic South American road races that made competition at the pinnacle of motor sport seem like child's play. Gerald Donaldson chronicles not only those arduous early competitions but also his long journey from humble origins in remote Argentina to the lofty heights of international celebrity.

The Formula One Record Book (2023)
The Formula One Record Book (2023)

Author: Bruce Jones

Publisher: Welbeck

Published: 2023-07-04

Total Pages: 1096

ISBN-13: 1802794441

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With more than one thousand sets of Grand Prix results, this is the ultimate reference for Formula One fans. The Formula One Record Book is an essential resource for any motorsport fan. This massive stats and records bible includes the full results of every Grand Prix in F1 history and much more besides. Featuring detailed driver and constructor statistics sourced from the industry-leading data providers at Motorsport Stats, championship standings and season reviews, it offers a comprehensive overview of Formula One history in a single, strikingly designed package. Alongside the facts and statistics you'll also find fascinating trivia and commentary from Bruce Jones, author of the bestselling Formula One Grand Prix Guide. Add in all-time records for drivers and constructors, and you have have a complete Formula One chronicle spanning more than 70 years of incredible racing.

The Greatest Racing Driver
The Greatest Racing Driver

Author: Angus Dougall

Publisher: BalboaPress

Published: 2013-11-27

Total Pages: 541

ISBN-13: 1452510970

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Who has been the worlds greatest driver, and how do you prove it? With an eye for detail and a flair for storytelling, this book explores motor racings rich history in pursuit of the best driver the world has ever seen. Most enthusiasts have a strongly held opinion as to racings finest driver over the century of the motor car. By putting aside bias and personal opinion, this books exhaustively researched, results-based analysis provides a definitive answer through clear and logical evaluation. These carefully considered, significant statistics, when merged together, reveal with incisive objectivity motor sports greatest driver as well as the qualities that define greatness. Contentious? Possibly. Thought-provoking? Definitely. Author Angus Dougall captures many aspects of the motor racing world with a selection of revealing anecdotes on the highlights of racings biggest stars, together with stories that bring to life people, places, insiders opinions of drivers, circuits, constructors, politics, insights, and comments on many of the drivers. For readers wishing to peruse the actual detail, there is a vast array of appendices displaying extensive race results lists, charts on driver performance, and car analysis. Motor racing fans, climb on board and hold on for an intriguing ride to the pinnacle of greatness.

Maserati 4CLT
Maserati 4CLT

Author: Cristian Bertschi

Publisher: Porter Press

Published: 2019-04-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781907085758

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The latest in the Exceptional Cars series tells the story of one of the two cars bought by The Automovil Club Argentino (ACA). Painted in the bright blue and yellow Argentine racing colours, 1600 was to play an important role in the Argentine team's international expeditions to Europe. Fangio won two races in the car, the most important being at Pau in 1950, where he repeated his win in the ACA sister car a year earlier. As well as a detailed chronicle of the car’s highs and lows, the text includes profiles of the drivers who raced in 1600 and a personal account of driving and running the car by a former owner who describes the daunting task of re-creating a Maserati 4CLT engine from scratch.

Alfa Romeo vs. Maserati
Alfa Romeo vs. Maserati

Author: Colin Crum

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 1900-01-01

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1477790225

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Alfa Romeo and Maserati are two carmakers that are very similar yet incredibly distinct. Alfa Romero is known for breath-taking speed while Maserati is known for cutting-edge luxury features. Car enthusiasts enjoy debating which company produces the better vehicles, and with this engaging information, in addition to many stats and a comparison chart, readers will, too.

Klemantaski
Klemantaski

Author: Paul Parker

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 2015-01-06

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 0760346445

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With 350+ images, Klemantaski: Master Motorsports Photographer is the only book in print devoted to Louis Klemantaski's full body of work.

Maserati 250F In Focus
Maserati 250F In Focus

Author: Anthony Pritchard

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2019-04-15

Total Pages: 586

ISBN-13: 1787115364

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The Maserati 250F raced against Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Vanwall for Grand Prix supremacy during the 2500cc Grand Prix Formula years of '54-'60. Stories from leading drivers who raced the 250F, including Sir Stirling Moss, Juan Fangio, and Mike Hawthorn, along with Anthony Pritchard's lively text, helps bring the racing story of this iconic model back to life.

Modena Racing Memories
Modena Racing Memories

Author: Graham Gauld

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0760307350

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In the 1950s and early 1960s, Modena was the center of Italy's sports car and Grand Prix universe. There, engineers and artisans crafted cars for Ferrari, Maserati, OSCA, ATS, and others, every day bringing an unending parade of new surprises to the famous Modena Autodrome for resting. As a young man, Graham Gauld traveled to the northern Italian villa several times, striking up relationships with famous drivers, engineers, and designers who granted him and his camera unprecedented access to their facilities. The result is this remarkable history which documents the fall of Italian carmakers from Grand Prix eminence, and their subsequent rise to dominance in international GT racing. All of the photos are from Gauld's private collection and are seen together here for the first time. Populated with fantastic cars, motorsport luminaries, and the author's rarefied memories, this splendid photo history is sure to interest all fans of vintage racing and classic Italian machinery.

Motor Racing Heroes - The Stories of 100 Greats
Motor Racing Heroes - The Stories of 100 Greats

Author: Robert Newman

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2014-09-11

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 1845847962

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Covering the period from the first Grand Prix win in 1906, to Michael Schumacher’s 2006 retirement, this book is one man’s idea of the 20th century’s motor racing heroes. The sport has attracted many men and women whose determination, raw courage, and skill at the wheel has driven them into that special, rarified atmosphere of heroism – this book tells the stories of 100 of these heroes.