Download or read book Lancia Stratos written by Graham Robson and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2007-02-01 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the birth, development and rallying career of the Lancia Stratos, Europe's very first purpose-built rally car, in the mid/late 1970s, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport. Written by a world renowned motoring historian and heavily illustrated, this is a key work of this subject.
Download or read book The Complete Book of the World Rally Championship written by Henry Hope-Frost and published by Motorbooks. This book was released on 2004 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For 30 years some of the most talented and bravest drivers have battled across the continents of the world to claim what is arguably motorsport's toughest prize: the World Rally Championship. Now a multi-million dollar, global technology battle and terrestrial television phenomenon played out over the frozen wastes of Finland, the dusty plains of Australia and the sun-kissed mountain roads of Corsica, the WRC has reached its 30th birthday. This book celebrates that important milestone and paints an exhaustively detailed picture of the people and personalities who have shaped this great sport. The Complete Book of the World Rally Champions provides a biographical account of the 65 men who have won at least one World Championship Rally since 1973. The biographies are compiled by the sport's leading writers and historians and complemented by stunning photography. The book includes a detailed and accurate statistical career record of each driver, plus highlights of all the significant cars.
Download or read book Lancia Stratos written by Nigel Trow and published by Philip's. This book was released on 1990 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lancia Stratos Limited Edition Extra written by R.M. Clarke and published by Brooklands Books Limited. This book was released on 2006-01-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of a rare and desirable Italian car, the Lancia Stratos that dominated the World Rally Championship and rewrote the rules in the 1970s. It is also the story of co-operation between rivals within the Italian automobile industry. Included are road tests with full performance details, technical descriptions, rally reports, history articles and complete specifications.
Download or read book Lancia Stratos Ediz inglese written by Andrea Curami and published by Nada. This book was released on 2003 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Stratos prototype made its debut in 1970 at the Bertone stand of the Turin Motor Show. It immediately raised curiosity and surprise among the visitors, but a half-hearted interest by the Lancia company. One year later, the new Lancia Stratos was finally produced to comply with the needs of the Lancia Racing Team. The car was completely different, although having the same glamour and appeal, it turned out to be perfect to compete in rallies. For 6 consecutive years it became the car to defeat, winning three World Championships (1974, 1975 and 1976). The reader will find the history, the evolution, the competitions as well as the drivers' profiles.
Download or read book Lancia and de Virgilio written by Geoffrey Goldberg and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: engineering and design history of Lancia, an Italian automotive company through the papers of one of their leading engineers, Francesco De Virgilio. A look at the design process from inside the company; also includes detailed Lancia family history as owners of the company; a look at post-war Italian industrial processes, from a broad based cultural perspective.
Download or read book Lancia Delta 4X4 Integrale written by Graham Robson and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2010-08-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains how the HF 4WD evolved over the years – first into the Integrale with its original 8-valve engine, then the Integrale 16V, and ultimately into the Integrale 16V Evo 1 (or 'Deltona', as it was affectionately known). This compact, five-door Lancia dominated world-class rallying for six years, winning innumerable events, World Championships for Drivers, and World Championships for Manufacturers. Alongside the cars, driving heroes such as Markku Alan, Didier Auriol, Miki Biasion, Juha Kankkunen and Carlos Sainz also became legendary in this period.
Download or read book Million Dollar Classics written by Martin Derrick and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2017-09-29 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Million Dollar Classics: The World's Most Expensive Cars is a photographic collection of the most sought after models.
Download or read book The Race Forever written by R. A. Montgomery and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The reader, as a young racing car driver, is selected to compete in the African Dual Road Race Rally. By choosing specific pages, the reader determines the outcome of the race.
Download or read book Ford Escort Mk1 written by Graham Robson and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2006 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cool Cars written by and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with more than a hundred completely charismatic classic cars, this book is the ideal gift for anyone driven to admire these majestic machines. Author Quentin Wilson has hand-picked the most astonishing, appealing, and all-round awesome cars ever to hit the highway. Multi-angle photography reveals the true craftsmanship and beauty of these stunning rides, and the text pays tribute to each vehicle and explains why it's destined to be a classic, now and forever. Test drive this essential car guide, and you'll be hooked.
Download or read book Dino written by Brian Long and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2015-12-14 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although not the fastest or the most powerful Ferrari, the beautiful lines of the Dino have inspired generations of enthusiasts. This book covers the full story of the Dino, from Pininfarina concept car through to the final production model, illustrated throughout with contemporary material. The book features THE definitive record of the little V6 Ferrari and its Fiat sibling 'Dino', named after Enzo's son. It contains full year-by-year coverage of production models with the American and European markets covered in great detail. There are over 250 contemporary photos, mainly in color, along with ontemporary advertising and brochures.
Download or read book The Guinness Book of the Car written by Anthony Harding and published by Guinness Media. This book was released on 1987 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes important developments in the history of automobiles, identifies top manufacturers and race car drivers, and lists racing records.
Download or read book DieCastX Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DieCast X covers the entire spectrum of automotive diecast from customizing to collecting. it takes an insider's look at the history behind popular diecast cars and trucks, as well as how each model has helped shape the automotive industry and motor sports
Download or read book Classic Car written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-04-11 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "When I see an Alfa Romeo, I lift my hat." Henry Ford Few things ignite such reverence as a classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the 1980s, photographed from every angle, this title is a glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament. Edited by award-winning automotive journalist Giles Chapman, Classic Car brings you the story of more than 20 great marques, including household names Bentley, Mercedes, Ferrari, Cadillac, and Aston Martin. Its lavish photography reveals every detail in close-ups of models that range from the 1940s giant two-ton Daimler DE36, which ferried royals about in style, through to sleek Ferraris from the 1980s capable of smashing the 200mph barrier. It puts you in the driving seat of such icons as the Chevrolet Corvette, the Ford Thunderbird, and the Mercedes 300SL and brings you the designers of these amazing machines and the story of their manufacturers. Whether you dream of owning one of these super-cool cars or you are a collector already, Classic Car is set to become a treasured favorite.
Download or read book Gran Turismo 4 written by Jim Mazurek and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Owner's Manual ·Details on how to unlock every secret car ·The best racing lines for all tracks ·Expert racing lessons to help you dust your competition ·Customization hints and tips to get the most out of your vehicles ·Complete driving basics to bring you from beginner to expert
Download or read book Fiat 131 Abarth written by Graham Robson and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2008-12-15 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its ultimate aim was to become World Rally Champion and the 131 Abarth of 1976-1980 provided the machinery to make that possible. It started winning World rallies within months of being launched, and in 1977, 1978 and 1980 the 'works' team also won the World Championship for Makes, and set every standard by which Rally Giants were to be judged. Was there ever any doubt that successors like the Lancia Rally 037 and the Delta Integrale would eventually come from the same stable?
