The Dune Buggy Phenomenon - Book 2
The Dune Buggy Phenomenon - Book 2

Author: James Hale

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2015-05-13

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1845848497

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Dune (Beach) Buggies are still immensely popular today due to their fun factor, stylish appearance and lifestyle associations. This 2nd volume of the Dune Buggy Phenomenon explores the lesser known buggy brands from around the world. Employing exhaustive knowledge, unpublished photographs and rare archive material this is a fantastic addition to the collection of Dune Buggy literature.

Dune Buggy Phenomenon 2
Dune Buggy Phenomenon 2

Author: James Hale

Publisher: Veloce Publishing

Published: 2006-02-13

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781904788669

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After their initial advent in the 1960s, dune buggies continued to grow in popularity, and many diverse models evolved. In the 1970s they were a worldwide phenomenon. This book, a follow up to the hugely successful first volume, documentsúin words and stunning archive photosúthe development of the buggy into the 1980s and also features unique reproductions of product advertising using buggies, promotional material, and buggy ephemera. This book is a must have for enthusiasts.

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.

Subaru Impreza
Subaru Impreza

Author: Brian Long

Publisher: Veloce

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 9781845840334

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Perceived as a replacement for the long running Leone, the Impreza quickly gained a great reputation through Subaru's successful WRC program. This book covers the full story of the Impreza, from concept through to the current production car, looking at the rally machines along the way, and illustrated throughout with contemporary material. Now with over 400 mainly color pictures and significant additional text, this is a fantastic warts and all account of an amazing car.

Building a Dune Buggy - The Essential Manual
Building a Dune Buggy - The Essential Manual

Author: Paul Shakespeare

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2016-06-17

Total Pages: 359

ISBN-13: 1787110044

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There has been a huge resurgence of interest in Dune Buggies (Beach Buggies), kit cars based on the chassis and running gear of fatally corroded VW Beetles. Here is the complete step by step practical guide to the equipment and building techniques needed to build a Buggy, as well as sound guidance on the choice of donor car and new components. With this manual in your workshop, you can build any VW-based Dune Buggy avoiding all the common pitfalls and money sapping mistakes, and ending up with a superb, roadworthy multi-purpose vehicle.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Runways & Racers
Runways & Racers

Author: Terry O'Neil

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2022-02-03

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1787118436

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Runways and Racers focuses on sports car races held at military installations throughout America in the early 1950s. It was a marriage of convenience for the Sports Car Club of America and the Strategic Air Command, with both parties gaining advantages from the arrangement. The thorn in the side turned out to be a Congressman whose own aspirations exceeded his standing, but who found himself in a position to be able to influence the outcome of events ...