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  • Mercedes-Benz 170S with chassis number/data card explanation

    From the 170S Sedan to the Cabriolet A

    by Bernd S. Koehling ...
    Series Book 2 - The 1950s Mercedes
    The 170S W136, launched in 1949, was the first real Mercedes executive car after WWII and was important for the company's survival. Updated in March 2016, this 110-page book gives you all the facts about the 170S series. These are some of the topics covered:- the development and history of the 170S with its cabrio derivations- Chassis Number and Data Card are explained in great detail. It he... ... Read more

    9,95 €

  • Mercedes-Benz 170V with chassis number/data card explanation

    From the 170V sedan to the OTP Open Tourer

    by Bernd S. Koehling ...
    Series Book 1 - The 1950s Mercedes
    The 170V W136, launched in 1947, was the desperate attempt by Daimler-Benz to step out of the ruins of WWII. The car was based on a 1936 design and earned the company sufficient funds to plan cars like the 300 Adenauer or 300SL. Updated in early 2016, this 110-page book gives you all the facts about the postwar 170V series. These are some of the topics covered:- the development and history of the ... Read more

    9,95 €

  • Not So Impossible After All: Because This Plymouth Fury Never Was Just a Car

    by Cynthia Bailey-Rug ...
    Some cars are just machines. But Christina, a 1969 Plymouth Fury III, is something far more. She is a symbol of freedom, grit, and love at full throttle. In this deeply personal memoir, Cynthia Bailey-Rug shares the extraordinary story of how one forgotten classic became a lifeline, a teacher, and a companion through seasons of heartbreak, healing, and hope.This is a story of divine restoration — ... Read more

    7,99 €

  • The Field Guide to John Deere Tractors

    1892-1991

    by Don Macmillan ...
    When you're "out in the field" scouting for John Deere tractors, don't forget to take along The Field Guide to John Deere: Classic Tractors 1892-1991—the first-ever, full-color pocket guidebook to these popular tractors!This convenient, easy-to-use field guide puts a wealth of information right into your hands! You'll find brief histories, model runs, specification details, and eye... ... Read more

    16,63 €

  • Praxisratgeber Klassikerkauf Mercedes-Benz 190 (W 201)

    Alle Modelle von 1982-1993

    by Tobias Zoporowski ...
    Series series Praxisratgeber Klassikerkauf
    Die Mercedes-Baureihe W 201 war einst der "Baby-Benz", ist heute landauf, landab als "der Hundertneunziger" bekannt – und schon ein Klassiker. Der robuste und extrem gut verarbeitete kompakte Benz hat eine große Fangemeinde und ist der Inbegriff des alltagstauglichen Youngtimers. Dies ist das Buch zum Mercedes-W-201-Kauf. Der handliche Ratgeber ist Ihr bester Begleiter auf dem Weg zum Baby-Benz. ... Read more

    7,99 €

  • The Dealer

    How One California Dealership Fueled the Rise of Ferrari Cars in America

    by Jim Ciardella ...
    When Ferrari of Los Gatos opened, few people could afford an expensive sports car. In 1976, the average annual income was $12,686, and a new home cost about $48,000. Motorists in California could only buy gas on odd or even-numbered days based on the last digit of their license plate, due to the global oil crisis. Times were tough, and people were hesitant to take chances, especially with a car ... Read more

    17,18 €

  • The Story of Ferrari

    A Tribute to Automotive Excellence

    by Stuart Codling ...
    Series series The Story of Cars
    The Story of Ferrari is a pocket-sized and exceptionally designed celebration of the legendary manufacturer.Speed, luxury, excellence and innovation have defined Ferrari as the world's most revered car manufacturer for more than 70 years. In The Story of Ferrari, every key aspect of the Prancing Horse's history is explored and showcased, from the first car built under the Ferrari name in 1947 ... Read more

    3,99 €

  • Vintage and Classic Tractor Restoration

    by Richard Lofting ...
    Vintage and Classic Tractor Restoration is a complete guide to the subject, looking at how to initially purchase a tractor, through private means or at auction, and then how to restore it back to its former glory, as it would have looked when it left the factory. It is even possible to preserve a classic tractor in its working condition, which has a unique appeal to some tractor collectors and in ... Read more

    46,31 €

  • The Complete Book of Classic MG Cars

    by Ross Alkureishi ...
    The Complete Book of Classic MG Cars covers all the marque's collectible production saloons and sports cars, from the 14/28 and 14/40 sports cars to the iconic postwar convertibles like the MGA and MGB, as well as latter-day takes on the classic MG formula, such as the RV8.First produced in Oxford, England, in 1924, MG cars proved instantly appealing, with a cheeky spirit that would win the hearts ... Read more

    43,98 €

  • Porsche Air-Cooled Turbos 1974-1996

    by Johnny Tipler ...
    Porsche applied turbocharging to its racing cars in 1972 and, within a year, this technology had crossed over into its production cars: the first road-going 911 Turbo was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1973. Johnny Tipler tells the story of the air-cooled turbocharged 911s, starting with the 934 and 935 race cars that fostered the Type 930 in 1974. The 930 accounted for over 21,000 ... Read more

    23,42 €

  • Citroën DS

    Ambassadrice Française

    by Arnaud Demaury ...
    C’est une icône, sans doute la plus connue, de l’histoire de l’automobile hexagonale.Popularisée par son succès commercial, mais aussi par sa carrière politique auprès du Général de Gaulle, par sa carrière cinématographique.La Citroën DS a marqué la vie de nombreux Français, qui ne sont pas près d’oublier ces lignes aérodynamiques et futuristes.Elle aura pour cela mis en œuvre des innovations ... Read more

    2,00 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • VOLKSWAGEN Guide

    Service and Secrets of the World’ Most Talked-About Small Car

    by Bill Carroll ...
    Series series History of the Automobile
    “At any price, Herr Dr. Porsche. At any price below 1000 marks ($250),” laughed Hitler as he ordered the inauguration of the Volkswagen project in the late summer of 1933.The scene was Berlin’s Hotel Kaiserhof where Hitler, meeting with Germany’s most famous automotive engineer, Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, was outlining plans for a “people’s car.” Hitler wanted, for the German worker, a car that would ... Read more

    3,49 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Gli albori dell’Automobile - Parte pratica

    by Garibaldi Pedretti ...
    Series Book 1 - History of the Automobile
    La storia dell’Automobile visse nei decenni di fine Ottocento i suoi fermenti pionieristici più avvincenti. Le prime vetture furono chiamate Horseless Carriage, perché in effetti si trattava di semplici carrozze senza cavalli. Il grande editore Ulrico Hoepli aveva già introdotto sul mercato librario numerosi manuali di grandissimo successo, quando nel 1899 decise di dedicarne uno al fenomeno ... Read more

    2,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Camper Van Bible: The Glovebox Edition

    by Mr Martin Dorey ...
    The Camper Van Bible: Glovebox Edition is the perfect pocket-sized companion to accompany you on your travels and help your #vanlife dreams come true. From choosing layouts to emptying your waste, it'll tell you everything you need to know, including:- Before you go – finding the perfect van, rental choices, setting it up, equipment you'll need, planning your trip.- On the road – where to stay, ... Read more

    11,44 €

  • American Roads, British Lanes, European Dreams

    How Nations, Roads, Racing, and Class Built the World’s Most Distinctive Classic Cars

    by Etienne Psaila ...
    Why did America build rolling emblems of distance and abundance, while Britain perfected small, characterful machines for narrow roads and layered class codes? Why did Germany turn engineering into identity, Italy turn speed into theatre, France make comfort and originality inseparable, Sweden build trust on wheels, and Japan transform disciplined improvement into global mastery?In American Roads, ... Read more

    7,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Neon Lighting

    A Quick Reference Guide To Neon Lights, Neon Light Signs, Neon Bar Lights and Car Neon Lights

    by Paul Frel ...
    Neon lights are a must-have item for many people. Before going out and purchasing lights read this highly-regarded eBook on world of neon lights to get the lastest info. about them. This guide reveals a wealth of information about neon light signs, neon bar lights, car neon lights and more. ... Read more

    1,78 €

  • Aston Martin: Elegance and Power on Four Wheels

    by Etienne Psaila ...
    In "Aston Martin: Elegance and Power on Four Wheels," delve into the captivating world of one of the most iconic luxury car brands in history. This book is a journey through the evolution of Aston Martin, a name synonymous with elegance, innovation, and unparalleled performance. From the early days of Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford's pioneering vision to the technological marvels of the modern ... Read more

    7,00 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Amazing Barn Finds and Roadside Relics

    Musty Mustangs, Hidden Hudsons, Forgotten Fords, and Other Lost Automotive Gems

    by Ryan Brutt ...
    Discover the allure of forgotten cars.Something that to the rest of the world is nothing but a forgotten automotive hulk slowly degenerating into a pile of iron oxide is to the car enthusiast something so much more. Like those who restore Victorian homes or antique furniture, car guys see not a decrepit piece of junk, but a desirable object that "just needs some attention." And should the vehicle ... Read more

    25,96 €

  • Dalla carrozza all'automobile

    by Lina Brun ...
    Series Book 1 - Saggi
    Il passaggio dalla carrozza all’automobile, un momento importante della nostra storia. Cambiano le abitudini, aumenta il bisogno di avere del tempo libero. ... Read more

    6,99 €

  • Across America by Motor-Cycle

    Fully Annotated Centennial Edition

    by Mark L Hunnibell, C.K. Shepherd ...
    In 1919, Charles Kenilworth (“C.K.”) Shepherd—a veteran of World War I and former British Royal Air Force Captain—took some “time off” after his service. He traveled to the United States to “trot ’round America” on a brand new, top-of-the-line Henderson 4-cylinder motorcycle he dubbed “Lizzie.” Just eleven days after arriving in the States, Shepherd and Lizzie headed west on a pioneer adventure. ... Read more

    13,45 €

  • Italy’s Restless Performance Marque

    A Century of Reinvention Through Racing, Ownership Shifts, and Electrification

    by Etienne Psaila ...
    Italy’s Restless Performance Marque follows the full, fact-based story of an Italian luxury performance brand that has spent more than a century reinventing itself under pressure. From early racing workshops and prewar competition to grand touring icons, executive sedans, and modern halo supercars, it traces how engineering culture, motorsport credibility, factory realities, and shifting ideas of ... Read more

    7,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Classic Mini Specials and Moke

    by Keith Mainland ...
    Produced from 1959 until 2000, the classic Mini is loved by millions of owners, previous owners and enthusiasts. The Mini's creator, Alec Issigonis, was given a free hand to make a proper small car and his innovative design not only redefined the family car, but also started a revolution as a performance car. Classic Mini Specials and Moke explores the diverse range of vehicles that used the Mini ... Read more

    23,42 €

  • Jaguar Mks 1 and 2, S-Type and 420

    by James Taylor ...
    A history of all four generations of compact Jaguar, and their Daimler equivalents, tracing the gradual development of Sir William Lyons' original idea over a period between 1955 and 1969. From the powerful, luxury MK 1 and 2 cars to the 4.2-litre 420, this book covers design, development and styling; special-bodied variants; racing performance; buying and owning a compact Jaguar saloon model and, ... Read more

    23,42 €

  • The Rise of the Everyday Performance Car

    by Etienne Psaila ...
    From the earliest days when speed belonged to racers, aristocrats, and the mechanically fearless, to the rise of hot hatches, sport sedans, turbocharged family cars, and rally-bred road machines, The Rise of the Everyday Performance Car tells the story of how driving excitement escaped the velvet rope and entered ordinary life.This book explores how affordable performance became one of the most ... Read more

    7,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus