Download or read book Don Hayter s MGB Story written by Don Hayter and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2012-11-15 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the inside story of the MG Design office, from 1956 until its closure in 1980. Explaining how the various models were drawn, planned, and developed by the small team of engineers, it also shows how the input and control changed from Morris, Wolseley, Riley Group, Austin-Morris, and Austin Rover. The effects of the Triumph-Austin merger are detailed in model changes, alongside the effects of safety legislation, mainly imposed by the United States. Trying to remain as individual as possible during this period, MG developed record breakers and a unique Competition Department. Special cars were built and tested, and prototypes for the MGB replacement were drawn up – all in parallel with the development of MG production cars using engines from any part of the BMC company. The continuing support of the American market was essential and much valued, but the company’s market support prioritised the TR7 – a decision that, ultimately, led to the closure of a successful, happy company.
Download or read book MG Made in Abingdon written by Bob Frampton and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2022-01-13 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MG was a home-grown concept that became an international success, bringing the small market town of Abingdon onto the global map. MG - Made in Abingdon recounts the inside story of the famous factory, recognising that the most important aspect of MG’s success was its team – the tea-boys and girls, the shop floor workers, the engineers and racers, the apprentices and management. From memories of the production line to recollections of racing incidents, the untold story of MG from the men and women who worked in the Abingdon factory is revealed for the first time in a book that is both nostalgic and historically important. “This is social history at its best.” (Classic Car) “The real treasure is without a doubt the stories ... a valuable piece of social history.” (Classic and Sports Car) “Opens a window on aspects of MG life that rarely get an airing in public.” (MG Enthusiast)
Download or read book Rover Cars 1945 to 2005 written by James Taylor and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive pictorial overview of Rover cars and car-derived vans covers the 60 years from 1945 to 2005. It describes and illustrates all of the great classic Rovers up to and including the SD1, and goes on to look at the models inherited from British Leyland that attracted Rover badges. It finishes with the models designed in conjunction with Honda; the later British-designed cars – and even the final City Rover. There is also consideration of some Rover models that were designed but, for various reasons, did not enter production, and can now only be seen as prototypes in museums. A title in Veloce’s popular Pictorial History series, this book describes all of the postwar models with illustrations and technical data for each.
Download or read book Ford Midsize Muscle Fairlane Torino Ranchero written by Marc Cranswick and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-06-01 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book details the evolution of Ford's family car through the golden era of Detroit. It tells how Henry took the no-frills Fairlane, added more zing to create the Torino, and satisfied America's luxury desires with the LTD II; and follows the evolution of Ford’s midsize muscle cars, to the creation of the first car-based pickup – the Ranchero.
Download or read book First Principles written by Norman Burr and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2015-06-15 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book chronicles the life of Keith Duckworth OBE, the remarkable engineer famous for being co-founder of Cosworth Engineering and creating the most successful F1 engine of all time, the DFV. Although the company's engines are given due prominence, this isn’t an intricate technical examination of their design, but a more rounded look at the life and work of their designer – work which included significant contributions to aviation, motorcycling, and powerboating.
Download or read book BMC Competitions Department Secrets written by Peter Browning and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprinted after a long absence! For the London to Sydney Marathon, team instructions included the recommendation that a firearm be carried by the crew of each car ... "A small pistol which can conveniently be located under cover in the car is what we have in mind" ...
Download or read book A Life in Car Design written by Oliver Winterbottom and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2017-03-17 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives a unique insight into design and project work for a number of companies in the motor industry. It is aimed at both automobile enthusiasts and to encourage upcoming generations to consider a career in the creative field. Written in historical order, it traces the changes in the car design process over nearly 50 years.
Download or read book Mazda Rotary engined Cars written by Marc Cranswick and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-01 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete history of Mazda’s rotary engine-powered vehicles, from Cosmo 110S to RX-8. Charting the challenges, sporting triumphs, and critical reactions to a new wave of sports sedans, wagons, sports cars ... and trucks!
Download or read book Chrysler 300 written by Robert Ackerson and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-07-15 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available again! This highly illustrated book presents the history of one of America’s greatest automobiles, the Chrysler 300. Every model’s specifications and role in Chrysler history is examined in detail. Includes sales and production records.
Download or read book Citro n DS written by Malcolm Bobbitt and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-07-15 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth look at Citroen's idiosyncratic DS, for sixty years a design icon and one of the world's most controversial, radical, idiosyncratic and technically advanced motorcars. This popular book has now been re-issued in revised and updated paperback form.
Download or read book A Darracq called Genevieve written by Rodney Loredo and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-10-03 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Genevieve is the first definitive, documented, ownership history and cinematic record of the 1904 French Darracq motorcar. This car was propelled to international fame as Genevieve, in the record breaking 1953 film that centred around the annual London to Brighton run for veteran cars pre-1905.
Download or read book Raymond Mays Magnificent Obsession written by Bryan Apps and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2015-08-14 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This biography of Raymond Mays includes complete histories of ERA and BRM, including race summaries, a foreword by Mays himself. Personal letters addressed to the author from Alfred Owen, David Brown, Tony Rudd, Rivers Fletcher, Bob Gerard, Ken Richardson, Juan Fangio, and many others add intimacy to the story. Illustrated with over 100 of the author`s colour paintings.
Download or read book Lotus 18 written by Mark Whitelock and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1960, Colin Chapman sought to identify the most straightforward and uncomplicated way of building a Formula 1 car. The result was his first rear-engined design, the trendsetting Lotus 18. This book charts the 18’s competition history, from its inception, up to 1966 – via sensational victories over Ferrari at Monaco and the Nürburgring.
Download or read book Porsche Boxster written by Brian Long and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-03-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive history of the entire Porsche 986-series Boxster, including an overview of all the models sold in each of the world's major markets. Packed full of information, with contemporary illustrations sourced from the factory, this book provides the perfect guide for enthusiasts, historians, and those seeking authenticity.
Download or read book MGB The Illustrated History 4th Edition written by Jonathan Wood and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-07-27 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The MGB was Britain’s most successful ever sports car, with sales of over half a million. And the truth is, that more than three decades after production ceased, the MGB’s classic lines, affordability, fun factor and certain ‘rightness’ mean that its enthusiastic following remains undiminished. In ‘MGB: The Illustrated History’ the authors, self-confessed ‘B’ enthusiasts both, recall the remarkable history of this remarkable car. Originated with full co-operation and contributions from key members of the original design team, including John Thornley, Syd Enever, Don Hayter and Roy Brocklehurst, this book takes the reader behind the scenes at the world-famous MG factory at Abingdon, which closed its doors in 1980 with the demise of the MGB after 18 years in production. The background to the MGB roadster’s development is first recalled in the context of its immediate predecessor, the MGA, the various famous EX experimental models, and the heritage of MG as a whole. Separate chapters then follow the development, introduction and production of the GT, MGC and V8. Further chapters on the MGB’s competition successes and the RV8 complete the story. Along with a feast of colour photographs and contemporary brochure material – enough to satisfy even the most ardent MGB lover – the book also features full-colour cutaway illustrations of the three main ‘B’ variants. Copiously illustrated with contemporary colour photographs and brochure material, and featuring colour cutaway illustrations of the MGB roadster, MGC, MGB GT V8 and MG RV8, this book not only charts the production life of Britain’s best-loved sports car, but also takes the reader behind the scenes at the world-famous Abingdon factory. This long-awaited 4th edition now includes brand new illustrations of model variants and an original road test report.
Download or read book Grand Prix Ferrari written by Anthony Pritchard and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A limited edition of 1500 copies. Grand Prix Ferrari is a brilliantly comprehensive, accurate account of the most important team in the history of motor racing. The highly readable and informative text is supported by over 200 interesting, and often striking, photographs.
Download or read book Rover P4 written by Malcolm Bobbitt and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available again! The definitive history of the dignified Rover P4 from 1949 until 1964, which includes Marauder and jet-powered, experimental cars. Affectionately known as the ‘auntie’ Rovers, these models have become much-loved classics and represent the epitome of Britishness.
