Author: Tony Gardiner
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845847571
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
Brighton and the automobile go hand in hand. The ever-popular seaside town is perhaps best known today for the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, but it also hosts countless other motoring events and charity runs. All types of vehicles, ranging from commercials to vintage motorcycles and gatherings of single marques from MGs and Minis to classic Volkswagens, flock to the seafront every year. Celebrating its centenary in 2005, the Brighton National Speed Trial is one of Britain’s oldest motor sport events and despite a few gaps throughout the years, they are the most consistent motoring event in the town’s history. The book focuses on the events that took place during the Sixties, Seventies and Eighties. It covers the history, development and wide range of cars that have competed in the trials. The book also includes a complete list of fastest times recorded at the event, from the 1905 record time of 23 seconds for the flying start kilometre, to the time of 10.25 seconds for the standing quarter mile in 2003. Written by the professional illustrator, Tony Gardiner, it is the only book so far to cover the popular annual event, so is essential reading for anyone with an interest in this unique part of Britain’s sporting heritage. With over 140 colour photographs to thumb through, it’s an atmospheric account of the golden age of speed trials and an excellent book to have on your coffee table.
The Brighton National Speed Trials
Author: Tony Gardiner
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845847571
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
Brighton and the automobile go hand in hand. The ever-popular seaside town is perhaps best known today for the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, but it also hosts countless other motoring events and charity runs. All types of vehicles, ranging from commercials to vintage motorcycles and gatherings of single marques from MGs and Minis to classic Volkswagens, flock to the seafront every year. Celebrating its centenary in 2005, the Brighton National Speed Trial is one of Britain’s oldest motor sport events and despite a few gaps throughout the years, they are the most consistent motoring event in the town’s history. The book focuses on the events that took place during the Sixties, Seventies and Eighties. It covers the history, development and wide range of cars that have competed in the trials. The book also includes a complete list of fastest times recorded at the event, from the 1905 record time of 23 seconds for the flying start kilometre, to the time of 10.25 seconds for the standing quarter mile in 2003. Written by the professional illustrator, Tony Gardiner, it is the only book so far to cover the popular annual event, so is essential reading for anyone with an interest in this unique part of Britain’s sporting heritage. With over 140 colour photographs to thumb through, it’s an atmospheric account of the golden age of speed trials and an excellent book to have on your coffee table.
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845847571
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
Brighton and the automobile go hand in hand. The ever-popular seaside town is perhaps best known today for the annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, but it also hosts countless other motoring events and charity runs. All types of vehicles, ranging from commercials to vintage motorcycles and gatherings of single marques from MGs and Minis to classic Volkswagens, flock to the seafront every year. Celebrating its centenary in 2005, the Brighton National Speed Trial is one of Britain’s oldest motor sport events and despite a few gaps throughout the years, they are the most consistent motoring event in the town’s history. The book focuses on the events that took place during the Sixties, Seventies and Eighties. It covers the history, development and wide range of cars that have competed in the trials. The book also includes a complete list of fastest times recorded at the event, from the 1905 record time of 23 seconds for the flying start kilometre, to the time of 10.25 seconds for the standing quarter mile in 2003. Written by the professional illustrator, Tony Gardiner, it is the only book so far to cover the popular annual event, so is essential reading for anyone with an interest in this unique part of Britain’s sporting heritage. With over 140 colour photographs to thumb through, it’s an atmospheric account of the golden age of speed trials and an excellent book to have on your coffee table.
Automobile Heritage and Tourism
Author: Michael V. Conlin
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1315436205
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The Barbados Historic Rally Carnival.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1315436205
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The Barbados Historic Rally Carnival.
Lost Buildings of Worthing
Author: Antony Edmonds
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445657082
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
A vivid and fascinating account of Worthing's old buildings and the people associated with them, beautifully illustrated with engravings and photographs.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445657082
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
A vivid and fascinating account of Worthing's old buildings and the people associated with them, beautifully illustrated with engravings and photographs.
London
Author: Louise Nicholson
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426208219
Category : London (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
National Geographic traveller guide to London, England.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426208219
Category : London (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
National Geographic traveller guide to London, England.
National Geographic Traveler - London
Author: Louise Nicholson
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426214022
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
From venerable Westminster Abbey to the cutting-edge exhibitions of the Tate Modern art museum, from the Tower of London's imposing facades guarding the Thames to idyllic St. James's Park, London's storied history and myriad charms make it easy to understand why the city is the number one tourist destination for Americans visiting Europe.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426214022
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
From venerable Westminster Abbey to the cutting-edge exhibitions of the Tate Modern art museum, from the Tower of London's imposing facades guarding the Thames to idyllic St. James's Park, London's storied history and myriad charms make it easy to understand why the city is the number one tourist destination for Americans visiting Europe.
Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s
Author: Chris Pereira
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118797
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
This book examines the classic period of Grand Prix racing from 1960 to 1969, and the men and machines involved. Covering the emergence of the Japanese factories and the struggle for supremacy between 2- and 4-stroke technologies, it is a fascinating exploration of the last decade of 'traditional' Grand Prix racing, before significant events changed the nature of the sport forever.
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118797
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
This book examines the classic period of Grand Prix racing from 1960 to 1969, and the men and machines involved. Covering the emergence of the Japanese factories and the struggle for supremacy between 2- and 4-stroke technologies, it is a fascinating exploration of the last decade of 'traditional' Grand Prix racing, before significant events changed the nature of the sport forever.
Riley & Wolseley Cars 1948 to 1975
Author: David Rowe
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787117189
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
A full colour guide to all Wolseley cars built from 1948 until the end of production in 1975. With an informative history, detailed model-by-model comparisons and technical information it is a comprehensive guide to the later cars.
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787117189
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
A full colour guide to all Wolseley cars built from 1948 until the end of production in 1975. With an informative history, detailed model-by-model comparisons and technical information it is a comprehensive guide to the later cars.
Subaru Impreza
Author: Brian Long
Publisher: Veloce
ISBN: 9781845840334
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Perceived as a replacement for the long running Leone, the Impreza quickly gained a great reputation through Subaru's successful WRC program. This book covers the full story of the Impreza, from concept through to the current production car, looking at the rally machines along the way, and illustrated throughout with contemporary material. Now with over 400 mainly color pictures and significant additional text, this is a fantastic warts and all account of an amazing car.
Publisher: Veloce
ISBN: 9781845840334
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Perceived as a replacement for the long running Leone, the Impreza quickly gained a great reputation through Subaru's successful WRC program. This book covers the full story of the Impreza, from concept through to the current production car, looking at the rally machines along the way, and illustrated throughout with contemporary material. Now with over 400 mainly color pictures and significant additional text, this is a fantastic warts and all account of an amazing car.
Return to Glory!
Author: Robert Ackerson
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 178711886X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
This book chronicles the development and racing career of a car regarded as the ultimate example of the purebred sports car of the 20th century and the epitome of functional beauty and extraordinary performance: the 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. Taking second place at its 1952 Mille Miglia debut, it went on to win every one of its races that season.
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 178711886X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
This book chronicles the development and racing career of a car regarded as the ultimate example of the purebred sports car of the 20th century and the epitome of functional beauty and extraordinary performance: the 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. Taking second place at its 1952 Mille Miglia debut, it went on to win every one of its races that season.
Tyrrell Racing
Author: David Oliver
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398116734
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
The inside story of one of the great British racing teams. Including unique contributions from Jacke Stewart and Bob Tyrrell and illustrated with 180 official photographs.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398116734
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
The inside story of one of the great British racing teams. Including unique contributions from Jacke Stewart and Bob Tyrrell and illustrated with 180 official photographs.