Author : Adrian Streather
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 26,27 MB
Release : 2022-08-03
Category :
ISBN : 1787115887
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Adrian Streather's years of 911 experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!
Author : David Rowe
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 25,63 MB
Release : 2021-10-04
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ISBN : 1787117995
A full colour guide to British Fords built from 1945 to 1995. With an informative history, detailed model comparisons and technical information, it provides a comprehensive guide.
Author : Thillainathan Pathmanathan
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 30,93 MB
Release : 2021-10-21
Category :
ISBN : 1787118126
A unique book dedicated to the Murcielago - Lamborghini's iconic flagship, with its V12 Bizzarrini-engine, spaceframe chassis, and scissor doors. This was the last car to use the classic Bizzarrini engine.
Author : Matthew Vale
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 33,18 MB
Release : 2022-04-13
Category :
ISBN : 1787118916
Explores the design development and production of the Lotus Europa, Lotus's first mid-engined road car. It covers the Renault-powered Series 1 and 2 cars, the Lotus Twin Cam-engined versions, and the Type 47 racing models.
Author : Grant Neal
Publisher : Peter Morgan Media
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,82 MB
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781906712006
Honed on the racetrack, but practical and reliable enough to use every day, the 911 legend lives on with the introduction of the 997 series. At launch in late 2004, there were just two 997 models available – the Carrera and the Carrera S. Nevertheless, in typically Porsche style the range soon expanded to include cabriolets, wide-body four-wheel drive models, awesome turbocharged grand tourers and race-bred GT3s! This all-new Ultimate Buyers' Guide introduces all the production 997 types, describing the technical specifications, identification data, performance, colors and options. Using color photography of the cars and many actual problem areas, we discuss what to look for when choosing and buying a used example. its forms.
Author : Peter Morgan
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 19,23 MB
Release : 2012-10-17
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 076034261X
Born in the Bohemian town of Maffersdorf on September 3, 1875, Ferdinand Porsche displayed unparalleled automotive engineering genius from his earliest years, designing some of the world’s most iconic cars, like the Mercedes-Benz Kompressor and Typ S models. In 1938 Porsche began development of the Typ 64, the forefather of all Porsche race cars. Porsche captures the Porsche story through entries on the most iconic Porsche cars ever built, from the first 356 to the latest 911, to the mid-engine Boxster and Cayman, and all the front-engine cars including the 928, 944, 968 and Cayenne. No other sports car has achieved the success of those built by Porsche, on the street or on the world's racetracks. Part of Motorbooks' First Gear series, Porsche celebrates the German marque's history through lavishly illustrated profiles of the company's ground-breaking sports cars, each one supplemented with spec boxes and "did you know?" factoids.
Author : Johnny Tipler
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 613 pages
File Size : 27,25 MB
Release : 2019-02-18
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1785005308
The complete story of the innovative, iconic and enduring Porsche Carrera. Although considered a classic car, the 911 continues in production today and the 1,000,000th 911 is at the Porsche Museum, Zuffenhausen. This book takes the reader on a journey from the development of its risky water-cooled design through its racing success and continued production today, to practical maintenance and modification. A true homage to the Porsche Carrera, covering the concept, design and evolution of the 996,997 and 991, and including an interview with harm Lagaaji, stylist in the Porsche design studios. Other interviews include racing drivers - past and present - Mike Wilds, Timo Bernhard, Richard Attwood, Richard Westbrook, Mario Andretti, Hans-Joachim Stuck, Wolf Henzler, Brendon Hartley and Peter Dumbreck. There is a section on how to buy, maintain and modify a Porsche Carrera and the book is superbly illustrated with 420 colour photographs many of which were taken by renowned car photographer, Antony Fraser.
Author : Adrian Streather
Publisher : Veloce Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,35 MB
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781845846206
This book on the first generation Porsche 911 (997) is the fifth of six planned in The Essential Companion series, and the fourth with Veloce Publishing. It carries on the tradition established with Adrian Streather's first Porsche 911 book on the 964 series, and contains everything a 997 owner needs to know, plus a lot more. The 997 series was the first to be fitted with Japanese-manufactured transmissions; this then-new technology, and the transmission details, is explained in depth. All other new technology advancements installed into the first generation 997 are also described, along with details of all the advantages and improvements the 997 has over previous 911 series. Every model and version is described, along with the 3.6- and 3.8-litre engines, and the associated engine management software combinations for the many different national variants. In other words, no matter where on the planet a 997 owner resides, their version of the car is covered in this book.
Author : Johnny Tipler
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 39,17 MB
Release : 2016-08-31
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1785002120
Porsche Boxster and Cayman follows the design and development of this mid-engined sports car and coupe family, from their origins in the company's concerted racing activities in the 1950s and 1960s, to the drawing board, launch and systematic evolution through successive model ranges from 1996 to 2016. There are detailed profiles and evaluation of all Boxster and Cayman derivatives, including 986, 987, 981 and 718. Specifications of the various models are given including entry-level, S, GTS and GT-4. The special Limited Editions, such as the 550 Spyder 40th Anniversary models are also included. The book covers some of the author's international driving experiences at the wheel of Boxster and Cayman including the Bilster Berg race circuit and Tour Auto. There is also an intriguing interview with successful racer Rebecca Jackson, who describes the techniques of Boxster racing and demonstrates the versatility of this best-handling of all Porsche sports cars and an iInterview with Porsche design chief Harm Lagaaij. The book will be of great interest to all motoring enthusiasts and historians and is illustrated with 400 colour photographs, many specially commissioned.
Author : Wayne R. Dempsey
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 42,6 MB
Release : 2011-01-08
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1610607953
Since its introduction in 1997, the Porsche Boxster has earned a reputation as one of the world’s greatest sports cars, as well as a huge, loyal following of devoted drivers. This book is aimed at those owners of Boxsters who want to improve their machines while avoiding thousands of dollars in mechanic’s costs. Clearly and simply written, with straightforward illustrations, this manual offers 101 projects to help you modify, maintain, and enhance your Porsche. Focusing on the 986 and 987 Boxster models, 101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster presents all the necessary information, associated costs, and pitfalls to avoid when performing a wide array of projects. In a word, it makes owning a Porsche Boxster an unqualified thrill.
