The Complete Catalogue of British Cars
Author: David Culshaw
Publisher:
Published: 1974
Total Pages: 526
ISBN-13:
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The Complete Catalogue of British Cars 1895-1975
Author: David Culshaw
Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781874105930
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive account of British cars, this book presents a large amount of information - historical as well as technical - in a way which should serve the needs of the dedicated enthusiast and the general reader. Nearly over 700 manufacturers and some 3700 individual models are covered - including technical specification for most cars. A wide selection of photographs feature all the major marques and some minor ones.
British Woodies from the 1920s to the 1950s
Author: Colin Peck
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2013-05-02
Total Pages: 155
ISBN-13: 1845845900
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWooden-bodied shooting brakes, station wagons and estate cars, collectively known as Woodies, were the original SUVs (sports utility vehicles). While they were initially created for a specific purpose, their versatility, adaptability and load-carrying abilities meant that they quickly found favour with British buyers from all walks of life. In their heyday, they were built on virtually every make of car and light commercial chassis, and could be seen on every road in Britain. Sadly, today they are a rarity due mostly to the fact that their wooden bodies were not built to last – and most didn’t! Thousands were built by hundreds of coachbuilders, both large and small, and with the passage of time it may never be possible to record all of their details with any accuracy. The work of hundreds of small coachbuilder firms is highlighted and illustrated with 99 rare and previously unpublished photos of these wooden wonders.
British Lorries of the 1950s
Author: Malcolm Bobbitt
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2013-05-24
Total Pages: 181
ISBN-13: 1845846281
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book is a highly visual study of British lorries built during the 1950s, and contains 120 colour and black and white images, many contemporary. The photographic content extends to publicity material as well as the preservation scene depicting historic vehicles at work. All the familiar, and less familiar, names are evident, and the comprehensive text reveals much about Britain's commercial vehicle and road haulage industries, along with those marques that were household names.
Art Deco and British Car Design
Author: Barrie Down
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2019-09-19
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 1845844858
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Art Deco movement influenced design and marketing in many different industries in the 1930s, and the British motor industry was no exception. This fascinating book is divided into two parts; the first explains and illustrates the Art Deco styling elements that link these streamlined car designs, describing their development, their commonality, and their unique aeronautical names, and is liberally illustrated with contemporary images. The book then goes on to portray British streamlined production cars made between 1933 and 1936, illustrated with colour photographs of surviving cars. This is a unique account of a radical era in automotive design.
Rootes Cars of the 1950s, 1960s & 1970s – Hillman, Humber, Singer, Sunbeam & Talbot
Author: David Rowe
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2021-10-01
Total Pages: 168
ISBN-13: 1787117979
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe only full-colour comprehensive guide to all Hillman, Humber, Sunbeam, Singer & Talbot cars and vans, from 1950 until the end of production in the 1970s. With model-by-model descriptions and detailed technical information, this is an invaluable Rootes resource.
MGB Electrical Systems
Author: Rick Astley
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2013-08-19
Total Pages: 530
ISBN-13: 1845846389
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEven those MGB owners with no previous electrical knowledge or skills will find this book invaluable. Its step by step introduction to basic car electrical theory and its explanation of how each MGB system works, the clear and simple colour diagrams and easy fault finding guides will make everyone and expert.
The Rise of Jaguar - A detailed study of the ‘Standard era’ 1928 to 1950
Author: Barrie Price
Publisher: David and Charles
Published: 2013-03-19
Total Pages: 271
ISBN-13: 1845845854
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA serious in depth study of the growth of SS Cars Limited during the world's worst economic depression; the relationship with the Standard Motor Company upon which success was based, together with a detailed technical survey covering the progression of design from 1928 to 1950. Many hithertoo unknown facts disclosed and copiously illustrated with contemporary photographs.
The Complete History of Wheeled Transportation
Author: Britannica Educational Publishing
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
Published: 2011-11-01
Total Pages: 176
ISBN-13: 1615307281
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhile the wheel itself has changed little over time, it has immeasurably altered the nature of transportation. This insightful volume examines the various wheeled conveyances that have been instrumental in agriculture and commercecarts and wagons, for instanceas well as those that have facilitated human travelcoaches, bicycles, cars, and buses, among others. Also explored is the evolution of roads, as they have expanded to accommodate various modes of wheeled transportation.
Austin Healey Sprite - The Complete Story
Author: Malcolm Thorne
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Published: 2022-09-23
Total Pages: 452
ISBN-13: 071984052X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn May 1958, one of the world's largest motor manufacturers unveiled a diminutive two-seater that would take the world by storm. Small in stature yet able to punch well above its weight, the Austin-Healey Sprite rapidly gained an enthusiastic following among keen drivers, as well as an impressive record in competition. Being neither expensive nor exotic, for many motorists the Sprite opened the door to sports car ownership and, in so doing, its commercial success was almost guaranteed. With over 250 photographs, this book includes: the genesis of the Sprite, from the Austin Seven and pre-war MG Midget, via Donald Healey's Riley- and Nash-engined models, to the Austin A30, A90 Atlantic and Healey Hundred. The development, launch and market reception is covered along with details of the evolution from Mk I to Mk IV, including the Frogeye and restyled ADO 41. Rallies, racing and record breaking details are given as well as information on modifications, special-bodied variants, replicas and finally, buying and restoring a Sprite today.
