From the Chevrolet Bel Air to the Ferrari Testarossa, this stunning
book showcases the most iconic and important classic cars from
every decade since the 1940s. Few things ignite such reverence as a
classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the
early 1990s, photographed from every angle, this title is a
glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament. The
Classic Car Book 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-up 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. This ultimate guide to classic cars
further features: - A comprehensive catalogue that draw out the key
features of each important model, with detailed profiles and
specification. - Feature pages broaden the scope of the book,
covering everything from the designers and manufacturers who
created them to their evolution over the decades. - Stunningly shot
DPS images add an extra layer of colour and flavour to the book. -
Written by award-winning author and expert on all aspects of
motoring, Giles Chapman, Editor-in-Chief of DK's The Car Book,
which has sold over 550,000 copies worldwide to date. - Updates
will include the key models that have grown in popularity since the
last edition. Whether you dream of owning one of these super-cool
cars, or you are a collector already, The Classic Car Book is set
to become a treasured favourite.
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