This Portfolio traces Morgan's 4-wheeler cars from the introduction in 1978 of the Rover V8 powered Plus 8. This engine was used in Morgans for 35 years.

When, in 1999, Suzuki introduced the GSX1300R - Hayabusa (Peregrine Falcon), it was the fastest production motorcycle in the world. Many claims have been made on the GSX1300R including 'A machine so unique when it was introduced that it required its own new classification: Ultimate Sport and Combining seemlessly effortless acceleration, wind-cheating aerodynamics, sporty handling, timeless style, long-distance comfort and unlimited excitement. Built to deliver balanced performance.

Road tests and articles cover the post-war Pontiac models up to 1963. Covered are the Streamliner, Torpedo, Chieftain, Silver Arrow, Super & Star Chiefs, Eight, Bonneville, Safari, Tempest, Strato-Chief, Ventura, Catalina and Grand Prix. Included are long term tests, new model introductions, full specifications, a consumer analysis plus features on touring, tuning and racing. A total of 160 fully illustrated pages.

Morgan's first 4-wheeler, the 4/4, was lunched in 1936 and was also available as a two-seater and later a coupe version. Competition from the more modern TR2 caused sales to drop in the UK, but sales remained very buoyant in the US. Racing was developed in the 1950s with Morgan winning several SCCA National Championships.

The entry level Capri was a 1300cc model but real performance started much further up the range. In Germany 126mph was available with the fuel-injected 2.6-litre V6 engine, while in Britain a 3-litre V6 gave 113mph on Mk I models and 117mph on Mk IIs and a big-bore V6 in the RS3100 offered 125mph. The most collectable version is the 2.8-litre, fuel-injected car available in both Britain and Germany. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, driver's impressions, new model introductions, conversions, suspension, long term survey and restoration. Models covered include: Capri II, 2800 V6, 3-litre Ghia, V6 Turbo, Mk II, 2000S GT, 2.8 V8, Capri II RS, Mako V8, 3000S, 3-litre X-pack, Oselli 230S, Allard 2.8i, Tickford 2.8T, 2.8i, Brimble Capri, RS 2800T, 2.8 Turbo, RS3100.

The BMW X5 evolved out of studies carried out to create a new class of vehicle along the lines of the Range Rover that would combine BMW's renowned handling, executive-class fittings and style that would be equally at home on the motorway, commuting or off-road. When released in 1999 the BMW X5 set a completely new benchmark, one far higher than anybody had foreseen and which few have matched today, many years later.

This, the third book in the series on Aston Martin, records the gradual development of the DBS. This title chronicles the various upheavals that occurred in the company between the years 1972, when Sir David Brown sold the company, its near certain death in 1974, and its revival by the Sprague-Minden-Curtis-Flather consortium. This group took the company to new realms with the mighty 400b.h.p. V8 Vantage, the Towns Lagonda V8 and paved the way to the Gauntlet-Livanos era. Stringent emission laws in the USA excluded the V8 until 1978, but the optimistic suggestions of numbers to be built never manifested itself, despite a ready market in the Arab states.

For Aston Martin the period 1981 to 1993 was a time of transition progressing from the DB body to the new Virage plus the takeover of the Company by Ford in the early 1990s. The fourth book in this series deals with the Gauntlet and Livanos period. These two rekindled the link with Zagato, who brought to life the V8 Zagato. The Lagonda V8 continued to keep their heads above water and they also gave support to a number of private racing teams. On the production front 1988 saw the brand new Virage, powered by a new 5.3 litre V8 and at the same time on the racing side there was the V8 AMR1 series of Group "C" racers. Money, however, was a problem, so when Ford made an offer Gauntlet and Martin wisely accepted. With Ford behind them, the V8 cars continued to increase in luxury and power and the AMR1 entered its first season of international racing. 1993 saw the establishment of Aston Martin based at the TWR works at Bloxham, near Banbury and it was from here that, in a year's time, an exciting new model would emerge.

Our fifth book on Aston Martin starts with the introduction in 1994 of the DB7. Many people saw it as a sexed up Jaguar, not a true Aston - also it had a pressed steel body instead of a hand-built aluminium one, and "they plan to make lots of them, cannot be an Aston," and so on. However, it was successful and 7,049 were made which was a fantastic achievement considering that since 1920 only some 12,000 cars of all types had been made. The new V12 DB9, made in the companys first purpose-built, up-to-date factory at Gaydon, restored the hand-built image but with added up-to-date engineering features.

Jeep is one of the most recognized brands in the world. It grew out of a utilitarian multi-purpose vehicle that was a favorite of Allied soldiers in WW2. In the austere times of the early post-war period the foundations of its cult status were laid down. Through several corporate mergers the Jeep continued to be an international sales success. At first it was a rather crude machine but as time and success came, gradually more features were added and it was modernized mechanically without detracting from its universal all-round appeal. Performance with the Jeep was judged on totally different criteria than normal - how fast it accelerated or how fast it could go was never important to its owners, it was more about how it could traverse virtually impassable terrain, climb mountains, cross rivers or deserts without mishap. It was not long before the Jeep became the standard by which other off-road vehicles were judged. Despite ever-increasing competition from around the world the Jeep is still the most recognized name in the business.

The MV Agusta racing bikes excited motorcyclists worldwide. Their production bikes were no less desirable. This new book of 26 articles sourced from the leading motor cycling publications of the day cover road and comparison tests, new model introductions, performance and technical data. Models reported on: 600, 750, 750 Sport, 750 Sport America and 850 Monza.

Our original 96 page book on the Westfield went out of print some time ago, but we decided against doing a simple reprint. Instead, we have searched through our archives and found considerably more material on this fascinating marque allowing us to bring the story up to date. In addition, 32 pages added are in color. Models covered are XI, SE, SEi, SEiGHT, Weasel, 330V8, ZEi, ZEi130, SPa, FW400, Fireblade, Megabusa, XTR2, XTR4 & Sport 200.

This book covers the final years of Bentley and Rolls-Royce as an exclusive British automaker to the turbulent final period of splitting up and foreign ownership. Production has carried on serenely and the variations produced have, on the whole, kept to a high standard. The articles here are written by the world's most informed motoring journalists and give a remarkable insight into these glamorous cars. These are contemporary articles covering road and comparison tests, new model introductions, driver's impressions. Models covered include: Bentley Turbo R, Brooklands, Continental R, T, SC, Azure, Arnage R, T & Red Label, Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit, Silver Spur, Flying Spur, Silver Dawn, Silver Seraph, Corniche.

Covers Jaguar XJSs from 1987 to 1993. All parts numbered and identified with many illustrations. Covers 6 cylinder 3.6 and 12 cylinder 5.3 engines from 1988-1992.

This is an exciting new series of books taken from the pages of Road & Track magazine-one of the most popular automotive magazines ever published. The "Road & Track" books will be of immense interest to the enthusiast, covering top performance cars and containing feature stories, road test narratives, and complete specifications, along with performance data. For auto enthusiasts, this series is an excellent reference for collecting, restoring, or buying the car of one's dreams. Published by CarTech/Brooklands Books.

This is an exciting new series of books taken from the pages of Road & Track magazine-one of the most popular automotive magazines ever published. The "Road & Track" books will be of immense interest to the enthusiast, covering top performance cars and containing feature stories, road test narratives, and complete specifications, along with performance data. For auto enthusiasts, this series is an excellent reference for collecting, restoring, or buying the car of one's dreams. Published by CarTech/Brooklands Books.

Dependable Dodge v this is how the post-war range of cars was described when announced with all models being tailored to a certain segment of the buying public. Major changes were made in 1953 to both body styling and engine. Along with all other manufacturers Dodge introduced a V8, the 140hp Red Ram. With the introduction of the D-500 a sporting car was put into the range and was widely acclaimed. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, new model introductions, road impressions, consumer analysis. Models covered include: Coronet Diplomat, V8 Sedan, Royal V8, Custom Royal, V8 Custom, Convertible, Station Wagon, Royal Lancer, D-500.

Filled cover-to-cover with race previews and reports from Mosport; St. Jovite; Edmonton; Watkins Glen; Mid Ohio; Elkhart Lake; Donnybrook; Road Atlanta; Laguna Seca; and Riverside. Includes detailed results from each race.

Brooklands does it again with step-by-step reports on restoring a SWB Land-Rover, plus 'how to' information on dropping in a V8 or a 300 Tdi engine, overhauling brakes, axles, heater, propshaft and gearbox. Includes coverage of towing, tracking, cylinder head conversion, plus advice on electrical and transfer box troubleshooting. Includes a comprehensive guide on how to buy a good secondhand Land-Rover.

This information-packed guide contains comparison tests telling you what to look out for; how to compare overall styling, handling and performance; and how to rate cars one against the other in terms of overall desirability and value-for-money. The full range of 928s are pitted against the Mercedes-Benz 450SLC, 420 and 500SEC, the Jaguar XJ-S HE and XJR-S, Audi Quattro, Porsche 911, Corvette, Lotus Esprit Turbo, Lamborghini Countach, BMW M635CSi and 850i, Sierra Cosworth and others.

This volume traces the revolutionary rotary Wankel-powered Ro80 from its introduction in 1967 up until production ceased in 1977. Filled with road and comparison tests, performance data, long term assessments, specifications, and advice on 'buying secondhand'.

By the time the E36 3-series BMW was introduced in 1990 the name was widely respected, the E21 having arrived in 1975 and the E30 in 1983. This improved version also had a greater range of models. In addition to the four-door saloons with a wide range of engines there were estate and convertible derivatives together with a two-door CoupT and the Compact. This book of contemporary articles includes road and comparison tests, driving impressions, model introductions, buying used and specification data. Models covered are: 316i, 318i,320i, 325i, 325iSE, 318is CoupT, 318is, 325is, Alpina B2.5, Alpina B6, M3, 320i Vanos, 325i conv., 316i Compact, 318Ti Compact, 318 tds SE., 328i Touring, M3 Lightweight, 328i, M3 Evo., 318Ti Club Sport, 318 tds, 328i Sport, 323i SE325i Auto., 325 tds Touring.

The new 5.0L model was introduced to redress the flagging appeal of the Mustang. With 157bhp it turned the new car into the quickest Mustang in years, with zero to 60mph times of under 8 seconds. In 1983 power was raised to 175bhp and in 1985 to 210bhp. New emissions regulations meant a switch to fuel injection and in 1986 it dropped back to 200bhp. The 1987 facelift brought the power back to 225bhp which lasted until the end of its days. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, new model introductions, car conversions. Models covered include: 5.0LGT, convertible, Saleen Signature, Project 514, Saleen Mustang, Kaufmann Mustang, JBA/Saleen Mustang, Saleen SSC, LX 5.0L, Saleen SB/S, NOS/Saleen, Mustang SC, Mustang Cobra, Mach III.

It took a while for buyers to accept the Mustang II. It was nearly 12 inches shorter than the original Mustang, it was never available as a full convertible and it didn't have the performance of its illustrious predecessors. In five years of production the most powerful engine listed was a 139bhp 302c in, V8. The fuel crisis only made things worse. However, by the mid-1970s it became a more popular car, especially the high-performance variants which young American aspired to. Today they still have their original appeal. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, new model introductions, technical and specification data, driving impressions. Models covered include: Mach 1, Ghia, 302 V8, Cobra II, Kemp Cobra II, Cobra II Starga, T-Top, King Cobra.

This volume contains 48 articles on BMW touring, R50/5, R60/5, R60/6, R75/6, R90/6 and R90S models. Including road test reports from such popular magazines as Cycle World, Motorcycle and Motorcycle Mechanics. Plus articles on new model reports, performance data, history, service notes, engine analysis, specs and tuning.