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Hudson Automobiles Illustrated History 1909-1957
Another great book from award-winning writer Patrick Foster, this is the first history of Hudson to include color photography.This softcover book details the life of one of America's greatest automakers- the Hudson Motorcar Company. Loaded with insights and information and packed with high quality photos.
Willys-Overland: The Complete Illustrated History 1903-1963
The only book to cover the history of the Willys company along with the fine automobiles it produced. Covers Overland and Willys cars and trucks, including Jeeps, from 1903 to 1963. Softbound, 132 pages, approx 150 color and b&w photos. Cover price is $36.95 but we are offering a Special Autographed Edition at a special pre-publication price of $34, and each book will be autographed by the author.
Delorean- The Rise, Fall and Second Acts of the Delorean Motor Company
This new history of the Delorean car is an outstanding work by veteran auto writer Matt Stone. It details the man who created the Delorean Motor Company, controversial John Z Delorean, the design and development of the car itself, the story of its introduction, sales, and ultimate bankruptcy, as well as its resurrection. The photography, mostly in color, includes a great many previously unseen pictures to add visual enjoyment to the well-researched text.
American Motors, The Last Independent
Patrick Foster's classic history of American Motors, this book has become a much sought after classic. Covers the corporation's life from 1954-1987. Hardbound, 304 pages, over 230 photos.This book has been out of print for many years but we recently were able to acquire a small number of good used copies.
The Hupmobile Story
Hupmobile was one of the most-interesting of the Independent automakers that came into being in the early days of the auto industry. Hupp rose to great heights only to fall victim to the same market forces that killed so many other firms. But Hupmobile was a survivor, cashing out of the car industry and becoming a very successful investment company. In this great new book you'll read the fascinating story of one of the most exciting car companies ever.
The History Of Hudson
Author Don Butler was an employee of the Hudson Motorcar Company and in this book he catalogues every Hudson model for every year- a remarkable accomplishment. Includes photos of all years as well. A rare and long out-of-print book, we have a couple very good copies here on hand.
Ford Tough - 100 Years Of Ford Trucks
The best-selling trucks in America are Ford trucks, and this all-new volume by award-winning author Pat Foster details the complete history as well as all the top models of light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty and severe-duty Ford trucks, and vans. Hardcover, quality throughout and loaded with beautiful color photos. Will be autographed at your request
Built To Better The Best: The Kaiser Frazer Corporation History
This great new book details the entire history of the mighty Kaiser-Frazer automobile company. Loaded with detail and hundreds of terrific photos, this is the most comprehensive look at K-F to date.Author Jack Mueller is a recognized authority and the result is clearly a labor of love. It's hardcover, with 192 pages printed on quality paper, and loaded with facts, specifications and so much more. You'll love it!
Avanti- Studebaker And Beyond
This great new book details the entire history of the mighty Kaiser-Frazer automobile company. Loaded with detail and hundreds of terrific photos, this is the most comprehensive look at K-F to date.Author Jack Mueller is a recognized authority and the result is clearly a labor of love. It's hardcover, with 192 pages printed on quality paper, and loaded with facts, specifications and so much more. You'll love it!
Nash 1939-1954
This great book details the entire history of the mighty Kaiser-Frazer automobile company. Loaded with detail and hundreds of terrific photos, this is the most comprehensive look at K-F to date.Author Jack Mueller is a recognized authority and the result is clearly a labor of love. It's hardcover, with 192 pages printed on quality paper, and loaded with facts, specifications and so much more. You'll love it!
Gremlin 1970-1978
This neat book covers America's first subcompact car, the American Motors Gremlin. Introduced on April Fool's Day in 1970, the new Gremlin was quickly sold out as new customers flooded AMC showrooms. It went on to be a big success for the company and continued in production through 1978. Loaded with facts and photos, you'll enjoy this smart little book.
The AMC Red, White & Blue Numbers Guide 1955-1988
Fellow AMC Lovers- this is the book we've all been waiting for! The AMC Red, White & Blue Numbers Guide 1955-1988 is a comprehensive reference guide to American Motors cars. Contains serial number decoding infromation, VIN number guide, Unit Body Identification plate and Door label guides, as well as infromation on body numbers, series numbers, model numbers, engine numbers, engine colors, trim numbers, final assembly numbers AND paint numbers. This amazing little book also has information on 1961-1966 Canadian Unit Body ID plates. Includes a short resource guide too. Well illustrated. Highly recommended for all AMC enthusiasts.
Kaiser-Frazer 1946-1955 Photo Archive
This new book by veteran auto writer Patrick Foster- America’s spokesman for independent cars- tells the full story of Kaiser-Frazer’s struggle to succeed in an industry that killed so many competitors.One year after announcing plans to enter the automobile business with an all-new car Kaiser-Frazer production began. The cars were an immediate hit. Thousands lined up to see and buy the new Kaiser and Frazer cars. In time K-F introduced hardtops, sedans, convertibles, an impressive fiberglass sports car and a line of low-priced compact cars.But competition eventually proved overwhelming and Kaiser-Frazer production ended. The company itself survived by purchasing Willys-Overland, and building Jeep vehicles instead of cars.The Kaiser-Frazer story is a tale of exciting ideas, bold plans, and thwarted ambition. A heartbreaking yet uplifting allegory of men and automobiles during the most exciting era the industry has ever known.
How To Install The American Motors 327 Cubic Inch V8 In A Nash-Healey Sports Car
The title says it all; this is a how-to guide to installing the AMC 327 into a Nash-Healy. What's great about this booklet is that it was written decades ago by Carl Chakmakian, Nash Engineer and former head of AMC's racing efforts. 15 pages, softbound, reprint of an earlier work. $20 plus shipping.
Corvair Style
This book is a beautiful volume filled with outstanding photos of the Chevrolet Corvair line-up from 1960-1969 with special emphasis on styling. Printed in a limited run of just 2500 books, each book is signed and numbered by author Richard Lentinello, one of the towering figures in the old car hobby. Lavish photography and a compelling text make this a book you'll read over and over again.