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 first Messerschmitt car was produced in 1953, a 175cc KR175 and came to Britain in 1954. This model came without suspension, reverse gear and heater. However, in 1955 it was upgraded to the KR200 with suspension and a 191cc Sachs engine. A tuned version of this established twenty five long-distance and world endurance records. The TG500 Tiger was unveiled in 1957, a four-wheeler with a twin-cylinder 500cc engine and bigger wheels. The bodywork for these also came as a roadster, Cabrio and sport. The last Messerschmitts were produced in 1964. This is a book of contemporary road tests, new model introductions, driver's impressions, technical and specification data, technical and historical articles from the major Clubs. Models covered include: - KR175, KR200, KR201, Cruisette, TG500, FMR, Super, Sport Cabriolet.

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 book follows on from our previous volumes in chronicling the models of the popular Mini introduced in the late 1950s. That it was still in production in this period says much about its devoted following. Of course updates have occurred which have kept the rejuvenated model up to date during the British Leyland period and then went on to wear Rover badges when BL changed its name in the middle 1980s. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical date, new model introductions, long-term tests, history, buying second hand, rallying and racing. Models covered include: 1000 HL, City E, HLE, Lynx, SX, Anniversary Cooper, ERA, Mayfair, Cooper, Cooper S, Cabriolet, Cooper 1.3.

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.

The change to the new "face" of the Mini in 1969 had removed some of the charm of the original car. But the Mini did need something to keep it looking fresh after 10 years in production. However, the customers liked it the way it was and the original style was reinstated at the beginning of the 1980s. Here is the story of the Mini in the 1970s by way of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, new model introductions, racing, rallying, and conversions. Models covered include: Clubman, 1275GT, 1000, de Ville, Estate, Special Tuning Cooper S, Stage One 1275 GT, 1100, 1100 Estate, Cooper S Mk III, GTS, Innocenti, 1100 de Luxe, S.

Experts from four continents comment on the second generation of Japan's only real iconic sports car - the MX-5. The models covered include the 1.6i, 1.8i and Sport, the Turbocharged and 10th Anniversary edition together with the LS, SP and SVT. Included are road and comparison tests, new model introductions and updates, long term reports, plus performance data and specifications.

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.

This portfolio traces the progress of the superb mid-engined MGF and MG TF sportscars. Covered are the 1.8i, 1.8i VVC, 1.6i, Steptronic and Cheetah as well as the later 135 and 160s. Featured are road, comparison and long term tests plus new model introductions and updates. Performance data and full specifications are included together with advice on how to acquire a good used example.

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.

Although it is over forty-five years since the last Hudson rolled off the assembly line, there is still great interest in these much-loved vehicles from the late 40s and 50s. This title replaces our previous book on Hudson and this enlarged and updated version covers new model introductions and updates, drive reports, consumer analysis, specifications, technical and performance data. Models covered: Super Six, Commodore, Pacemaker, Hornet, Wasp, Jet, Italia and Rambler.

This compilation of magazine articles from Brooklands Books tells the performance story of the McLaren F1 sports coupe and the GTR and LM developments of the F1. It is the story of the fastest road car ever built, told by those who were there when it happened in articles from British and American magazines. 120 pages of McLarens including 34 in colour.'

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.

It was the strong allegiance of owners to their Land Rovers that prompted the creation of LRO Magazine in 1987 and following that in the late nineties of LRM. Bob Morrison has been writing during this period on all aspects of the military Land Rover both historically and as the vehicles evolved in later years. This book is a compilation of some of these articles that are mainly concerned with Land Rover's change from the old style vehicle into a frontline, liaison and command unit. Many articles cover the Wolf as it was introduced to the forces in all its guises. Included in the list are WMIK equipped Wolves on duty in Sierra Leone, SOVs serving with the US Rangers, Desert Patrol Vehicles in Kenya, CAVs at work in Bosnia & Kosovo. APVs in service in Ireland, RAF 127s, 130s and 110 FFRs.

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.