Motor Racing at Thruxton in the 1980s

Motor Racing at Thruxton in the 1980s

Author: Bruce Grant-Braham

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-03-17

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 178711869X

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One of the fastest motor racing circuits in the UK, Thruxton is a supreme test of high speed skill - especially where the art of slipstreaming is concerned. Consequently, it is both feared and revered. This book makes full use of the author's unique collection of many previously unpublished colour photos to follow the evolution of UK motorsport at the venue through the 1980s.


Motor Racing at Thruxton in the 1970s

Motor Racing at Thruxton in the 1970s

Author: Bruce Grant-Braham

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2013-11-06

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 184584646X

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This book makes full use of the author’s unique collection of many previously unpublished colour photos to follow the evolution of UK motorsport at Thruxton through the 1970s. During this time the venue featured in the early careers of many Formula One drivers, the book records amongst others the performances of such luminaries as Ronnie Peterson, Graham Hill, Keke Rosberg, Alan Jones, and David Purley.


Return to Glory!

Return to Glory!

Author: Robert Ackerson

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-04-07

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 178711886X

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This book chronicles the development and racing career of a car regarded as the ultimate example of the purebred sports car of the 20th century and the epitome of functional beauty and extraordinary performance: the 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. Taking second place at its 1952 Mille Miglia debut, it went on to win every one of its races that season.


Riley & Wolseley Cars 1948 to 1975

Riley & Wolseley Cars 1948 to 1975

Author: David Rowe

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-02-22

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 1787117189

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A full colour guide to all Wolseley cars built from 1948 until the end of production in 1975. With an informative history, detailed model-by-model comparisons and technical information it is a comprehensive guide to the later cars.


Rover Cars 1945 to 2005

Rover Cars 1945 to 2005

Author: James Taylor

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2021-10-04

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 1787117987

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This comprehensive pictorial overview of Rover cars covers 1945-2005 models. It describes and illustrates all the great classic Rovers up to and including the SD1, British Leyland models with Rover badges, the models designed in conjunction with Honda, the later British-designed cars and, finally, the little-known City Rover.


Ford Cars

Ford Cars

Author: David Rowe

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2021-10-04

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1787117995

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A full colour guide to British Fords built from 1945 to 1995. With an informative history, detailed model comparisons and technical information, it provides a comprehensive guide.


Amédée Gordini

Amédée Gordini

Author: Roy P Smith

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-03-09

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1787118622

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This is the story of a man, a team, and their life and times, as well as a complete record of all their achievements and failures. It logs the financial and personal cost of racing in the prewar and postwar periods. It tells of how the mighty car company Renault became involved with them in the late 1950s, and how Amedee Gordini became known throughout the world as one of the greatest engine tuners of his time.


Two Summers

Two Summers

Author: Robert Ackerson

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-05-10

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 178711905X

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Explores the Mercedes-Benz W 196 R's historic roots, development, and races. Also its triumphs, struggles and disappointments, as well as the spirited challenges from Maserati, Ferrari, Gordini and Lancia. Accompanying the text are hundreds of photos sourced from the legendary Daimler Archives.


Motor Racing at Brands Hatch in the eighties

Motor Racing at Brands Hatch in the eighties

Author: Chas Parker

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2019-09-27

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 1787116239

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The book picks up where Parker's previous volume, Motor Racing at Brands Hatch in the Seventies, left off. It offers a very personal account of visits to the world's busiest motor racing circuit during a decade of excitement and change, both on and off track, in the form of a scrapbook of previously unpublished photographs.