Tony Robinson
Tony Robinson

Author: Ian Wagstaff

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781787114968

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The 1950s and 1960s were a revolutionary period in motor sport history, and there are few left who were as close to Formula One in that time as leading mechanic Tony Robinson. Tony started in Grand Prix racing as mechanic to Stirling Moss, and went on to work touring Europe with privateer Grand Prix driver Bruce Halford, before becoming chief mechanic at BRP where he was reunited with (Sir) Stirling. This is a fascinating account of life in the pit lane.

Tony Robinson – The biography of a race mechanic
Tony Robinson – The biography of a race mechanic

Author: Ian Wagstaff

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2019-02-21

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 1787114961

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The 1950s and 1960s were a revolutionary period in motor sport history, and there are few left who were as close to Formula One in that time as leading mechanic Tony Robinson. Tony started in Grand Prix racing as mechanic to Stirling Moss, and went on to work touring Europe with privateer Grand Prix driver Bruce Halford, before becoming chief mechanic at BRP where he was reunited with (Sir) Stirling. A fascinating account of life in the pit lane.

N.A.R.T.
N.A.R.T.

Author: Terry O'Neil

Publisher: David and Charles

Published: 2020-01-30

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 1787117014

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Luigi Chinetti's association with Ferrari, and the origins, formation and racing history of NART (North American Racing Team). A complex organisation, inextricably linked to Luigi Chinetti Motors Inc, NART enjoyed success on the race tracks of the US and Europe for three decades - as well as financial difficulties and arguments with organisers -Â to rightly become a legend.

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.

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.

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.

Formula 1's Unsung Pioneers
Formula 1's Unsung Pioneers

Author: Ian Wagstaff

Publisher: Evro Publishing Limited

Published: 2022-03-31

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 9781910505724

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Formula 1's Unsung Pioneers tells the unique motorsports story of the British Racing Partnership (BRP), best known for its association with Stirling Moss.