Automobiles Books

Roger Huntington does a very good job of writing the story of the history of the American supercar. More than just an overview of musclears of the '60's, Roger Huntington goes further in depth by chronicling the heritage and evolution of the supercar up to the [early] 1980's. Although somewhat dated, this book is loaded with topics not found in other books on the subject. Huntington even covers the more obscure models offered as well as the engineering developments behind the performance. There are a few omissions in this book, notably the scarcity of information on Ford's 351 engines. There is nothing written about the 351 Windsor (not even its use in the Shelby GT Mustangs). There is very little mentioned about the 351 Cleveland (which was a high performance engine in disguise). There are no performance numbers appearing in the sidebar on either of these engines for comparison against their contemporaries. (come to think of it, this is true of some of the other makes and models as well.) Omissions aside, this book would make an excellent addition to anyone's automotive library

In the 1970's-80's Lillian Gottschalk, with her husband Bill, built a collection of boys' toys that would overflow any sandbox. From cast iron taxis to giant pressed steel Buddy L trucks, the Gottschalks assembled one of the country's best collections of classic 1920's-30's automotive pieces. The collection was sold several years ago for several million, but readers can enjoy detailed photos and information from the pre-scrap drive era. Bill Holland, a professional photographer, takes great care to offer these toys in variety of settings. A large, coffee table book that will inspire any gathering to reminisce about their youth. - Leila Dunbar, Writer Mobilia.com

Well written book about an often neglected area in our history, the Reuther family and the emergence of the UAW as a factor in the economic, social and political life of America. For anyone interested in a primer of American labor unions, this is a great start concerning the rise of Americas middle class.

I was already aware that this book was a collection of reviews on Javelins & AMX, but was very pleasantly surprised that many are reproduced in colour. There are also a few nice extras like original full colour advertisements etc. For the price, I don't think anyone would be disappointed with this very nice book.

I enjoyed reading this book as it goes into quite a lot of depth. I was a little disappointed in the technical accuracy; I found some of the information on camshafts and transmission gearing to be a little inaccurate. Although, I would recommend this book to anyone interested in the sport of Top Fuel drag racing, or anyone interested in reading about the most awesome display of power and torque in the world.

For those with even a passing interest in Citroen cars or the company's founder this book will prove educational and fascinating. The Citroen car, though scarce in the US, is always reverred by automotive journalists, when they are forced to write about the cars. For instance, Autoweek Magazine's inclusion of Citroens in their greatest cars of the century issue. Okay the book, it is well written unlike so many auto books; entertaining, full of interesting info about Andre Citroen's unlikely role as auto entrepreneur, and Paris and France. Mostly, you will be very impressed by the relatively unknown (in USA) Citroen company's major contributions to automotive engineering and efforts in World War II. If you consider yourself knowledgable of cars, include this book and you never refer to a Citroen as an ugly car again. I read this book at the library and probably will buy my own copy.

When I was growing up, Mario Andretti was one of my heroes. When you put Jim Clark and Mario Andretti on the same racetrack, I was in heaven. This book is the ideal coffee-table book about the greatest race car driver of the 20th century but you may want to put your copy in a cabinet like I do (so that it doesn't get damaged). The readers of "Racer" Magazine voted Mario the best. The photography in this book is fantastic, even the older black and whites are clear. If you like racing especially the "good-old-days", then you will love this book.

Perhaps the most intense piece ever written on transportation equipment.

A true modern day classic written by one of the greatest minds ever to walk the earth. If you have the chance to get your hands on one of the two copies that are there do not pass this up.

I once had the opportunity to meet him while playing golf at Palmer Park. He educated me on noise reductiion the whole round and also taught me how to kick a foot wedge 35 yards. I count myself lucky to have spent that day with him.

Wise and Chisholm's book is a must-have for the scores of Canadians who make the pilgrimage down to Florida each year. For all those tired of fast food mega-chains whose inexorable advertising campaigns litter the sides of US interstate highways, this book is for you. Driving to Florida does not mean 2 days of indigestion anymore. There is good cuisine for everybody if you just know where to look.

We are about to take our kids on their first family road trip, and this book has been perfect to give them an idea of what to expect. When I saw the title I knew we had to get it-- how many times did we all say to our own parents "Are we there yet???" Our kids really liked the story and pictures, and they are now really excited to go on the trip. I have a feeling the book will be going along too!