Author: R.M. Clarke Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited ISBN: 9781870642071 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 100
Book Description
The legendary Alfasud vanished from the showrooms in 1984 with the introduction of the Alfa 33. During its production period the Alfasud range dominated the glamorous end of the small car market with steady improvements over the years. Among the range of articles in this book are road tests, model introductions, long term reports and buying secondhand. Performance, technical and comparison data is well covered. Compare the Alfasud with contemporary rivals. Models included are 1186cc, Ti, 1286cc Sprint, 5M, 1300Ti, 1490Ti, 1490 Sprint, 1.4 Super, 1.5 Sprint Veloce, 1.5 Super, Series III, Ti 1.5 Veloce, 1.5 Hatchback, Sprint Trophy.
Author: R.M. Clarke Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited ISBN: 9781870642071 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 100
Book Description
The legendary Alfasud vanished from the showrooms in 1984 with the introduction of the Alfa 33. During its production period the Alfasud range dominated the glamorous end of the small car market with steady improvements over the years. Among the range of articles in this book are road tests, model introductions, long term reports and buying secondhand. Performance, technical and comparison data is well covered. Compare the Alfasud with contemporary rivals. Models included are 1186cc, Ti, 1286cc Sprint, 5M, 1300Ti, 1490Ti, 1490 Sprint, 1.4 Super, 1.5 Sprint Veloce, 1.5 Super, Series III, Ti 1.5 Veloce, 1.5 Hatchback, Sprint Trophy.
Author: Chris Martin Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 1785009095 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 176
Book Description
Launched in 1971, the Alfasud was an all-new departure for Alfa Romeo, both in its design and its execution and became the best-selling model in the history of Alfa Romeo . Originally it was developed with the dual intentions of launching the company into large volume production and providing a more affordable model than their highly regarded sports cars. However, its story was far from straightforward. Although respected for its technically brilliant design and universally praised for its ride and handling, the model never quite reached its full sales potential and its reputation was marred by problems that could not have been foreseen. With over 240 colour photographs, the book includes a brief history of Alfa Romeo to the end of the 1960s. The development of the Alfasud’s design and the political reasons for building a new factory are given along with the car’s reception from both the press and owners. The evolution of the model from initial prototypes, to the improvements to build quality and performance, including the Giardinetta and Sprint variations are covered as well as Alfasuds in competition. The political and labour problems, as well as the early quality control issues are discussed. Finally, there are numerous specification tables, performance data, chassis numbers, engine codes and colour charts.
Author: Matthew Vale Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd ISBN: 1787118916 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 160
Book Description
The Lotus Europa was Colin Chapman and Lotus’s first mid-engined road car, and was produced from 1966 through to 1975. Originally designed to slot into the Lotus range below the Elan as a low cost replacement for the Lotus 7, the Europa eventually sat alongside the Elan and Plus 2 as a comparable sports car in its own right. Starting with the design philosophy behind the development of the Europa, this book provides detailed technical descriptions of all the major versions of the model, starting with the Renault-powered Series 1 through to the Lotus Twin Cam powered Special. It looks at the cars on the road, and the racing Type 47 derived from the road cars which competed in the small capacity Group 6 class, as well as featuring in historic racing today. With owners’ impressions and interviews with ex-Lotus employees, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running, and racing these iconic cars.
Author: David Lillywhite Publisher: ISBN: Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 544
Book Description
Presents photo-illustrated profiles of more than a thousand car models produced by over two hundred manufacturers between the late nineteenth and early twenty-first century, providing manufacture dates, specifications, and details on the cars' features and makers.
Author: Andrew Everett Publisher: Brooklands Books ISBN: 1855209608 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 198
Book Description
A practical restoration manual written by journalist and E30 enthusiast Andrew Everett. Covers E30 models: 316, 316i, 318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325e, 324d and 324td, 318iS, M3 & Alpina in saloon, convertible & touring forms. Professional advice also is given on buying a good used model E30 for restoration.
Author: Gordon Lund Publisher: Brooklands Books ISBN: 1855209462 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 198
Book Description
The story of restoring an Elan +2 and Elan Sprint to concours edition. Advice on how to purchase a suitable car for restoration plus detailed practical information on preparing bodywork, trim, chassis, suspension, wheels, hydraulics, engine, electrics & wiring etc. 24 Chapters, plus appendices, give information on chassis changing, body restoration, including Elan +2 sills, rebuilding the Lotus/Ford Twin Cam engine, electrics including fitting a new loom, insight to tuning and running in, Elan developments, a remarkable Elan +2 Estate, rebirth of an accident damaged Sprint.
Author: David Rowe Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd ISBN: 1787117995 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 160
Book Description
Ford cars can be found all over the world, and vintage models appear at most classic car shows. This book helps to identify the models sold by Ford of Britain, and provides detailed information on each model, with technical specifications, original colour photographs, and lists the colour schemes that were available. Continuing this popular series covering classic British cars, David Rowe now turns his keen eye to the British Ford models. He is well placed to do so, having worked at two Ford dealerships over a 30-year period and has driven many of the models covered by this book.
Author: Cartech Inc Publisher: Brooklands Book Limited ISBN: 9781855203952 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 156
Book Description
This book gives readers information on road and comparison tests, specifications, history, performance and technical data, racing and driving, and long term reports.
Author: R.M. Clarke Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited ISBN: 9781855204744 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 142
Book Description
The Bronco of 1966 was a major milestone in the history of sport-utility vehicles in America. Ford was the first of the major manufacturers to venture into this new market niche. This book replaces our earlier edition and contains contemporary road and comparison tests, new model introductions, technical and specification data and owner's impressions. Models covered: Sportsman, Camper, 6 & V8, Stroppe Baja and Sport.