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BMC Competitions Department Secrets (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition): Stuart Turner, Marcus Chambers, Peter Browning BMC Competitions Department Secrets (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Stuart Turner, Marcus Chambers, Peter Browning
R779 R639 Discovery Miles 6 390 Save R140 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

The revealing and surprising inside story of the legendary BMC Works Competitions Department told by the three Competition Managers of the highly successful BMC/British Leyland race and rally teams based at Abingdon. The book reveals the inner workings and machinations of one of the most successful motor sport teams Britain has ever seen. Based on previously unpublished internal memos and documents, and the recollections of the prime movers, the book describes the ups and downs, and the politics of big time competition in an exciting era. An excellent and entertaining read and an important factual documentation, no motor sport enthusiast should be without this book.

The Straight Eight Engine - Powering the Premium Automobiles of the Twenties and Thirties (Hardcover, New Edition): Keith Ray The Straight Eight Engine - Powering the Premium Automobiles of the Twenties and Thirties (Hardcover, New Edition)
Keith Ray
R2,418 Discovery Miles 24 180 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The straight eight engine, also known as the inline eight engine, was the driving force behind some of the most fascinating luxury vehicles of the first half of the twentieth century. From its introduction in the 1920s through its demise in the 1950s, the straight eight graced a number of upmarket vehicles from makers like Pontiac, Packard, and Daimler, and even appeared under the hood of the hyper-exclusive Rolls-Royce Phantom IV, of which only eighteen models were produced. Although it was eventually replaced by the V8 engine, the straight eight engine can be found in some of the most valuable and sought-after vehicles of all time. Keith Ray's The Straight Eight Engine is the first volume to be published about this extraordinary mechanism. Featuring four hundred images, the book is a lush tribute to an automotive component likely to never be equaled for smoothness and refinement.

Hot Wheels 1968-1972: Includes the Gran Tor History and Pictures (Paperback): Bob Parker Hot Wheels 1968-1972: Includes the Gran Tor History and Pictures (Paperback)
Bob Parker
R895 R707 Discovery Miles 7 070 Save R188 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Marketed as the fastest metal cars in the world, Hot Wheels*r revolutionized the die-cast toy car market. Collectors throughout the world recognize the Hot Wheels*r brand. The models produced between 1968 and 1972 represent the vintage years for this line of toy vehicles. The bright Spectraflame*r paint colors and redline tires, unique to Hot Wheels vehicles, identify these models. These original models still drive the collecting hobby today. The 221 wonderful color photographs provide a complete visual guide for collectors. The 118 unique castings produced during this four-year period are explained in detail and a complete variation and price guide is provided to expand knowledge and interest in collecting Hot Wheels. Also included is coverage of the Gran Toros*t cars, launched soon after Mattel bought the Italian company Mebetoys. Introduced in 1970, the line was continued until 1973, though the name continued to 1980/81. This new book is a welcomed addition to Hot Wheels literature by one of the world's foremost experts in the field.

How to Build Max-Performance 4.6-Liter Ford Engines (Paperback): Sean Hyland How to Build Max-Performance 4.6-Liter Ford Engines (Paperback)
Sean Hyland
R901 R769 Discovery Miles 7 690 Save R132 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

When the '96 Mustang came out with the 4.6-liter V-8, some performance enthusiasts were scared away by its technology. But those days are long gone. Ford added horsepower and torque to its 2- and 4-valve V-8s over the years, and the number and quality of available aftermarket performance parts has exploded. Ford took things to the next level with the new 3-valve Mustang GT engine, the 5.4-liter GT and the Shelby GT500, adding even more high-performance options. In this updated edition of How To Build Max-Performance 4.6-Liter Ford Engines, Sean Hyland gives you a comprehensive guide to building and modifying Ford's 2-, 3-, and 4-valve 4.6- and 5.4-liter engines. You will learn everything from block selection and crankshaft prep, to cylinder head and intake manifold modifications. He also outlines eight recommended power packages and provides you with a step-by-step buildup of a naturally aspirated 405-horsepower Cobra engine. This is the definitive guide to getting the most from your 4.6- and 5.4-liter Ford.

How to Build Big-Inch Ford Small Blocks (Paperback): George Reid How to Build Big-Inch Ford Small Blocks (Paperback)
George Reid
R848 R727 Discovery Miles 7 270 Save R121 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Have you been dreaming about a little extra displacement for your Ford? By increasing the bore and stroke of your current engine, you can add those cubic inches without the hassle of switching to a big block. George Reid thoroughly explains the concept of building a stroker, paying special attention to the effect that increasing the bore and stroke have on the engine as a whole. With this information, you'll be better able to tailor your heads, cam, intake manifold, carburetor, and exhaust system to get the most out of the extra cubes. Also included is a complete guide to factory head and block castings, as well as aftermarket block and head guides, so you can choose exactly the right parts for your project. This book is the definitive guide for building a big-inch Ford small block, complete with four engine buildups ranging from 331 to 408 cubic inches.

Haitian Graves - A Ray Robertson Mystery (Paperback): Vicki Delany Haitian Graves - A Ray Robertson Mystery (Paperback)
Vicki Delany
R262 R218 Discovery Miles 2 180 Save R44 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet - The Full Story of the Convertible Beetle (Paperback, New edition): Malcolm Bobbitt Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet - The Full Story of the Convertible Beetle (Paperback, New edition)
Malcolm Bobbitt
R617 R552 Discovery Miles 5 520 Save R65 (11%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Written by Malcolm Bobbitt - whose companion Volkswagen titles cover the Karmann Ghia coupe and convertible, and possibly the greatest classic of all time, the VW Bus - this new edition of Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet chronicles the history of this practical and sought-after classic. The author traces the Beetle Cabrio's ancestry and development from its pre-war originsthrough to 1980, by which time more than 330,000examples had been built, and up to the present day when in excess of 228,000New Beetle cabriolets have been sold worldwide. As the car's engineering quality has ensured a very high survival rate, this book is also a guide to Beetle Cabrio ownership, providing buying advice, specifications, and information on customizing.

Return to Glory! - The Mercedes 300 SL Racing Car (Hardcover): Robert Ackerson Return to Glory! - The Mercedes 300 SL Racing Car (Hardcover)
Robert Ackerson
R2,234 R1,865 Discovery Miles 18 650 Save R369 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

1952 was one of the most important years in Mercedes-Benz racing history; after a 13-year absence, it returned to motor sport competition with an automobile that rewrote the history of modern sports car racing. The 300 SL's debut was the culmination of a long, difficult road back to racing for Mercedes-Benz after a 13 year break. This book vividly depicts the 300 SL's performance in the five races in which it competed in 1952, and tells the story of how it became the most successful competition sports car of that year. Through dramatic photographs, and equally stirring text, one of the greatest years of sports car racing is brought to life, filled with automobiles often finished in national racing colours, prepared by great factory teams, driven by men who were national sporting idols, and raced under gruelling conditions unique to the age. From its Mille Miglia debut, through the Nurburgring, the Le Mans 24 Hours, to its greatest race, the Carrera Panamericana, the 300 SL's career from conception to retirement is presented, culminating with a detailed photographic essay illustrating restoration of the oldest 300 SL in existence.

How to Design Cars Like a Pro (Paperback, New): Tony Lewin, Ryan Borroff How to Design Cars Like a Pro (Paperback, New)
Tony Lewin, Ryan Borroff; Foreword by Ian Callum
R630 R511 Discovery Miles 5 110 Save R119 (19%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This comprehensive new edition of How to Design Cars Like a Pro "provides an in-depth look at modern automotive design. Interviews with leading automobile designers from Ford, BMW, GM Jaguar, Nissan and others, analyses of past and present trends, studies of individual models and concepts, and much more combine to reveal the fascinating mix of art and science that goes into creating automobiles. This book is a must-have for professional designers, as well as for automotive enthusiasts.

VW Golf & Jetta 93-98 (Paperback): Haynes Publishing VW Golf & Jetta 93-98 (Paperback)
Haynes Publishing
R728 Discovery Miles 7 280 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools;notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.

bb - Rainer Buchmann - Innovation - Design - Emotion (Hardcover): Gerold Lingnau bb - Rainer Buchmann - Innovation - Design - Emotion (Hardcover)
Gerold Lingnau
R1,262 R967 Discovery Miles 9 670 Save R295 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The modifier bb Auto, founded in Frankfurt, 1973 by Rainer Buchmann and his brother Dieter, caused a stir in the European and international car scene of the '80s. Their technical innovations and spectacular design made them stand out from the crowd. Initially focused on Porsche cars, bb established themselves as a name to be remembered when they presented their Porsche Turbo Targa with prismatic coloured varnish on the Polaroid stand at Fotokina 1976 Cologne. At IAA Frankfurt 1979 they launched bb CW 311, a contemporary modification of the legendary Mercedes 300 SL. Mercedes-Benz was so enthusiastic about the car that they allowed Buchmann to continue using the Mercedes star as a brand logo. During the 1980s, bb was one of the most successful modifiers of production cars. They transformed off-the-line automobiles into bespoke luxury vehicles for those who could afford it - customers from the Arab world, celebrities from the jet-set, and many more... However Buchmann's real passion belonged to the area of electronic innovations. The money he earned with his tuning activities was invested into research in this field. He was the first to think about centralised door locking by means of remote control as well as parking distance control and he invented the first car computers. In 1983 his multi-function steering wheel was protected by patent. This comprehensive book, produced in close co-operation with Merck Group, one of the world's leading chemical companies for whom Buchmann popularised a new and special kind of bright enamel varnish, presents the complete history of Rainer Buchmann's technical and entrepreneurial achievements.

Volvo 700/900 Series - The Essential Buyer's Guide (Paperback): Tim A. Beavis Volvo 700/900 Series - The Essential Buyer's Guide (Paperback)
Tim A. Beavis
R311 R279 Discovery Miles 2 790 Save R32 (10%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A second hand Volvo ... really? Yes Forget about what you thought you knew - the right 700 or 900 series could be the best car you've ever bought, and this book is your essential guide to finding, assessing and buying the best car for you. Packed with information, illustrations and advice from a real marque expert, you'll be taken through detailed sections on what you need to know to decide which model is for you. Find out what it's like living with the car, how much you should be paying and how, when, and where to inspect models for sale, including a comprehensive condition checklist and guide to common concerns. You'll also discover what's involved in restoring, the main problems caused by lack of use, and potential for modification.For reference, there's a vital statistics list for each model, shape and engine, and a guide to the key people, organizations and companies within the Volvo community that you can look to for further advice.

Modern Diesel Technology - Heavy Equipment Systems (Paperback, 3rd edition): Robert Huzij, Angelo Spano, Sean Bennett Modern Diesel Technology - Heavy Equipment Systems (Paperback, 3rd edition)
Robert Huzij, Angelo Spano, Sean Bennett
R1,412 R1,265 Discovery Miles 12 650 Save R147 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

MODERN DIESEL TECHNOLOGY: HEAVY EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS, Third Edition, focuses on off-highway mobile equipment systems, giving you in-depth coverage of service and repair essentials for heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, and powered lift truck technology. Written by experienced technicians, this trusted text includes both universal and manufacturer-specific information on everything from hydraulics, heavy-duty brakes, drivetrains, steering, suspension, and track systems, to safety and best practices. Now featuring a visually appealing, full-color design, the Third Edition is also newly updated with information on the latest computer-controlled hydraulics, GPS, electronic controls, J1939 multiplexing, and electric drive vehicle systems, offering insights into important trends and technology you need to know for success as a specialty technician in today's ever-evolving industry.

King City (Paperback): Howard P Strohn, John R Jernigan, Karen Vanderwall Jernigan King City (Paperback)
Howard P Strohn, John R Jernigan, Karen Vanderwall Jernigan
R618 R510 Discovery Miles 5 100 Save R108 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
How to Build Horsepower, Volume 2 - Carburetors and Intake Manifolds (Paperback): David Vizard How to Build Horsepower, Volume 2 - Carburetors and Intake Manifolds (Paperback)
David Vizard
R853 R731 Discovery Miles 7 310 Save R122 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

David examines the fine points of carbs and intake manifolds, looking for the smallest of modifications and upgrades which often result in large performance gains. Includes Carter, Holley, Predator, Weber, Dellorto, end Mikuni carbs, dozens of factory and aftermarket manifolds, intake velocity stacks, ram stacks, test results, tunnel ram intakes, etc.

Classic American Cars an Illustrated Guide (Hardcover): Craig Cheetham Classic American Cars an Illustrated Guide (Hardcover)
Craig Cheetham
R1,031 R897 Discovery Miles 8 970 Save R134 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Honda Accord (98 - 02) (Paperback): Haynes Honda Accord (98 - 02) (Paperback)
Haynes
R731 Discovery Miles 7 310 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.

What's on the Grille? - Car Badges and Marques (Paperback): Michael Burgess What's on the Grille? - Car Badges and Marques (Paperback)
Michael Burgess
R482 R391 Discovery Miles 3 910 Save R91 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Once upon a time it was easy to tell one make of car from another. The shape of the grille or a distinctive badge was all that was required to tell the onlooker what they were looking at. Sadly those days are behind us, but the rich history of those identifying features lives on for those with an inquisitive mind. Some marques, such as Aston Martin, only ever had one badge, while others went through a range of insignia over the years. Some badges, such as Ferrari, were inspired by local heraldic devices, while others were based on flags. The names of these companies have equally fascinating stories. Some, like Ford, were derived from the names of their founders, while local history played a role in the naming of companies such as Lada. This book tells the stories of many of these names and badges, detailing their origins and development and accompanied by a range of interesting illustrations.

Top Gear: Ultimate Supercars (Hardcover): Jason Barlow Top Gear: Ultimate Supercars (Hardcover)
Jason Barlow 1
R826 R688 Discovery Miles 6 880 Save R138 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Guaranteed to rev the engines of car fans everywhere.

Supercars are the purest and most extreme expression of automotive performance there is - and no one knows the territory better than the TopGear team. With ever-increasing power outputs, radical new designs, and eye-popping price tags, this book is a celebration of the supercar in all its fabulous glory.

Supercars also brings this incredibly fast-moving, hi-octane world bang up to date. The world's best writers and photographers explore the latest developments in thrilling style - from the new generation of pure-electric cars that have raised the bar for zero emissions performance, to the crazy machines hell-bent on breaking the 300mph barrier ... this is TopGear Supercars. Buckle up. Are you ready?

Toyota Land Cruiser - The Story of a Legendary 4x4 (Paperback): Nigel Fryatt Toyota Land Cruiser - The Story of a Legendary 4x4 (Paperback)
Nigel Fryatt
R486 R395 Discovery Miles 3 950 Save R91 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

The Land Cruiser is Toyota's longest continually produced model. From its start as a utility vehicle built during a period of economic gloom and uncertainty after the Second World War, it is now a well-equipped, luxurious and highly capable prestige SUV. This book covers all the changes that have taken place over the years to provide a complete history of the Land Cruiser's extraordinary heritage. The coverage includes the Land Cruiser's outstanding success in some of the toughest environments of the world, and what it takes to modify it to meet the toughest of conditions. Author Nigel Fryatt follows the extensive range history of the Land Cruiser from its earliest models, through the utility models, right up to the prestigious versions that exist today. The author draws on his considerable experience of both on-road and off-road testing to provide his informed professional judgement on this extraordinary vehicle.

The Ford That Beat Ferrari - A Racing History of the GT40 (3rd edition) (Hardcover, 3rd edition): John S. Allen, Gordon J. Jones The Ford That Beat Ferrari - A Racing History of the GT40 (3rd edition) (Hardcover, 3rd edition)
John S. Allen, Gordon J. Jones; Foreword by Jacky Ickx
R2,777 R2,323 Discovery Miles 23 230 Save R454 (16%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This new edition of a classic book tells the story of the celebrated Ford GT40 through a remarkable array of over 850 period photographs, many of them in colour. After Ford unsuccessfully attempted to buy Ferrari, in 1963, the American car giant instead embarked on its own racing programme in a bid to beat the famous Italian marque at the world's most prestigious race, the Le Mans 24 Hours, as told in the forthcoming Hollywood movie Ford v. Ferrari. The mission was eventually accomplished: Ford's challenger in this battle, the GT40, finished 1-2-3 at Le Mans in 1966 and won for the next three years as well. This book, originally published in 1985 and redesigned in 2005, is now available again due to popular demand, with further revision to keep the information up-to-date.

Bugatti 57 - The Last French Bugatti (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): Barrie Price Bugatti 57 - The Last French Bugatti (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
Barrie Price
R1,387 R1,190 Discovery Miles 11 900 Save R197 (14%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

"If I was asked to give my opinion as to the best all-round super-sports car ...I should, without hesitation whatever, say it was the 3.3 [T57] Bugatti." - Sir Malcolm Campbell, The Field, September 4th, 1937.The magnificent Type 57 was the final flowering of the genius of Ettore Bugatti and Jean Bugatti, and was the last truly new model from the Bugatti factory in Molsheim, France.Conceived as a fast, luxurious and exclusive touring car, the T57 was in production from 1934 to 1939, and was so successful that the model accounts for around 10 per cent of all Bugattis built at Molsheim.Not only a sales success, the T57 formed the basis of a Grand Prix model, a twice Le Mans-winning sports racing car and, in road-going form, wore some of the most beautiful bodies ever created by the great coachbuilders of the vintage period. See the work of Letourneur & Marchand, Graber, Gangloff, James Young, Corsica, Van Vooren & Saoutchik, Vanden Plas, Figoni & Falaschi, Sodomka, Henri Labourdette, Fernandel & Darren, Franay, Guillore, Malyby, Tuschner, Worblaufen and Rice & Harper. Also the standard bodies: Atalante, Galibier, Stelvio, Ventoux, Atlantic and Aravis.Barrie Price's work is a concise history of the T57 and its derivatives the T59, T64 and T101, an engineering analysis, and the most thorough survey yet of the many coachbuilt bodies fitted to this famous chassis. The reader will also find appendices crammed with detailed and valuable information ranging from chassis numbers and original owners to sales and service statistics.

Jaguar XJ40 (Paperback): Peter Crespin Jaguar XJ40 (Paperback)
Peter Crespin
R299 R266 Discovery Miles 2 660 Save R33 (11%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The XJ40 had a long development history and underwent sophisticated and thorough testing on several continents. Featuring an array of high-tech features such as a digital dashboard, it drove superbly and won the UK's prestigious 'Car of the Year' award. Most early cars have gone to the crusher by now, and those that remain are be of variable quality. Even the last XJ40s are now 14 years old and can suffer terminal decline. For the careful buyer, however, they represent true bargain luxury cars, provided you buy a good example. This book will help you pick a sound car and avoid the depressing experience of buying a superficially pretty XJ40, which turns out to have serious problems through neglect or wear. It takes you step by step through your initial viewing and a more detailed inspection, where each aspect of the car is given an objective numerical score reflecting its condition, with the total overall score supporting your decision to buy or walk away. Covering all engine and trim versions, here's what to look for, what to avoid, and whether the car is likely to suit your needs, plus relative values and the best places to buy. It also includes full details on back-up organisations and literature. There is no safer way to avoid buying a bad car short of paying for a professional evaluation.

Schlumpf - The intrigue behind the most beautiful car collection in the world (Hardcover): Ard op de Weegh, Arnoud op de Weegh Schlumpf - The intrigue behind the most beautiful car collection in the world (Hardcover)
Ard op de Weegh, Arnoud op de Weegh
R1,070 R853 Discovery Miles 8 530 Save R217 (20%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This fabulous collection of cars was brought together by two French brothers, Hans & Fritz Schlumpf , and consists of hundreds of the most beautiful cars ever produced. The `Schlumpf affair' is perhaps one of the most famous stories in the car collectors world, covered extensively by the media in the mid-1970s when the collection was seized by the trade unions and later by the French government. The Schlumpf brothers were accused of fraudulent actions to obtain their collection - but following extensive research by the authors of this book, the true story behind the collection is revealed. Ard and Arnoud op Weegh spent many years investigating the Schlumpf affair, and discovered many previously unpublished documents which prove that the Schlumpf brothers have been wrongly accused over the years. This book is written to tell the true story behind the collection, and also to rehabilitate the Schlumpf family. The book is beautifully illustrated with some rare photographs, and features many of the beautiful cars that make up the Schlumpf collection.

RV Living for Beginners - The Complete RV Camping Guide to Start Living the RV Lifestyle You've Been Dreaming About for... RV Living for Beginners - The Complete RV Camping Guide to Start Living the RV Lifestyle You've Been Dreaming About for Years (Paperback)
Kevin Masters
R257 R211 Discovery Miles 2 110 Save R46 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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