The inside story of how the giant-killing Minis of rallying, rallycross and racing fame were converted from standard Mini-Coopers in the BMC Competitions Department. More info
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André Lefebvre, and the cars he created at Voisin and Citroën
This biography of André Lefebvre gives a revealing insight to the work of a practically unknown aeronautic engineer. Responsible for the minimalist 2CV and the Citroën DS - the sensation of the automotive world in 1955 - Lefebvre remains an icon of original automobile engineering and avant-garde design to this day. More info
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Art Deco & British Car Design
The Airline Cars of the 1930s
The most comprehensive guide to automotive terms available. Whether you're a student, apprentice, mechanic, automative industry worker, a driver, or car/motorcycle enthusiasts, with over 13,000 entries and extensive appendices, this guide explains the function of thousands of car, truck and motorcycle components. More info
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Automotive A-Z - Lane's complete dictionary of automotive terms
The most comprehensive guide to automotive terms available. Whether you're a student, apprentice, mechanic, automative industry worker, a driver, or car/motorcycle enthusiasts, with over 13,000 entries and extensive appendices, this guide explains the function of thousands of car, truck and motorcycle components. More info
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British Lorries of the 1960s
(Those Were The Days ... series)
A highly visual look at British lorries produced during the 1960s. Familiar and less familiar names connected with the road haulage industry are covered, with comprehensive text revealing much about these productive and essential vehicles. More info
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British Police Cars (Those Were The Days ... series)
A nostalgic and heavily illustrated look at the cars used by the British Police from the very earliest days until the end of the 1970s. Throughout this book it's the cars which are the stars, from Edwardian Humber to comparatively modern Rovers and Granadas of the seventies. More info
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Caring for your scooter
This book is aimed at the rider who wants to do his or her own basic scooter maintenance and servicing without the need for in-depth mechanical knowledge, or a technical manual. It covers areas such as oil, brakes, tyres, transmission, electrics, etc, allowing the owner to address the most regularly serviced items without forking out for additional costs. More info
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Edward Turner - The man behind the motorcycles
"Turner was an inventive genius who had a flair for pleasing shapes and an uncanny ability to perceive what the buying public would readily accept, to produce it at the right price." For the first time the life of Edward Turner, one of Britain's most talented motorcycle designers, is revealed in full. More info
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The Efficient Driver's Handbook - Your guide to fuel efficient driving techniques and car choice
Save money, and help the environment too! This book describes in a clear, friendly manner everything today's driver needs to know about choosing and using a car in an economical and eco-efficient way. More info
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Ferrari 312P & 312PB (WSC Giants)
Details the origin and history of the 3-litre Ferrari sports cars, which the famed Italian firm designed and built to contest the various versions of the World Sports Car Championship between 1969 and 1973. Features over 100 photographs, many rare and previously unpublished. More info
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The Ford SOHC Pinto & Sierra Cosworth DOHC Engines high-peformance manual (SpeedPro Series)
Build a reliable, high-performance 1600/1800/2000 'Pinto' engine for road/track, using many stock parts. Covers Cosworth versions of Pinto engines, too, and fitting Cosworth cylinder heads to Pinto blocks. More info
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Funky Mopeds! - The 1970s Sports Moped phenomenon
A celebration of the sports moped charting the history of a genre created unwittingly by the government in 1972 and killed off by more legislation five years later. This book recaptures the spirit of happy and carefree times and looks at the bikes that gave freedom and mobility to a generation. More info
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How to illustrate and design Concept Cars
An easy-to-follow guide on how to draw cars like the professional design studios. Covering the materials used, the techniques required, and featuring a showcase of quality artwork, this book will teach you how to create and get the best out of your own designs. More info
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How your car works
Do you know how your car works? This book dissects and explains one of the finest inventions ever made. Written in a simple, jargon-free language and packed with illustrations and cutaways, it will suit everyone wishing to know more about what makes their car work. More info
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Meet the English
Meet the English is a light-hearted look at some of the history, customs, traditions, people, and places that help make England England, and the English so very … well, English! It will help visitors to begin to appreciate, if not fully understand, this unique country and its people. More info
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Modifying Suzuki 4x4 for Serious Off-road Action
For anyone who owns a Suzuki 4x4 and wonders what these tough vehicles are really capable of. Clear guidance, with the aid of photographs and diagrams, on how to modify in stages to achieve the ultimate in off-road ability. More info
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Motor Racing at Goodwood in the Sixties (Those Were The Days ... series)
Tony Gardiner was a regular spectator at Goodwood before the popular Sussex track was forced to close in 1966. His fascinating photos remind us of an era of motor racing very different from today's, and illustrate an amazing variety of machinery, from Lotus Cortinas to Aston Martin Zagatos. More info
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Porsche 911 -
The Definitive History 1963-71
The first in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. This volume covers original design, the 901 prototype, the early 911s (including 912s) and the 2.2 litre cars. More info
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Porsche 911 -
The Definitive History 1971-1977
The second in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. Takes up the story from the 2.4 litre cars, & covers the 2.7 litre machines & the first of the legendary Turbos. More info
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Porsche 911 -
The Definitive History 1977-1987
The third in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. This volume starts with the introduction of the SC series & the 3.3 litre Turbo, going on to cover the 3.2 litre Carreras & early 959. More info
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Porsche 911 -
The Definitive History 1987-1997
The fourth in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. This volume continues the story of the 3.2 litre Carrera series, & covers the 959 production car & last of the air-cooled 911s. More info
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Porsche 911 -
The Definitive History 1997-2004
The fifth in a series of books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. This volume looks at each 911 model and its derivative, taking in the various specials and competition cars along the way. More info
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Porsche 914 & 914-6 - The Definitive History of the Road & Competition Cars
The complete history of the 'Cinderella' Porsches which have now become respected and established classics. Includes 914 and 914-6 in international motorsport and expert advice on buying and restoring. Packed with colour period illustrations acquired with the assistance of Porsche. More info
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Porsche 924
The definitive history of the internationally popular Porsche 924, including motorsport. Expert guidance on buying a 924. Over 220 illustrations, mainly in colour, acquired with the full assistance of Porsche. More info
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Porsche 944
The definitive history of the 944 by an acknowledged expert. The 944 was introduced in time for the 1982 model year to fill the gap between the 924 and 928, and quickly became the fastest-selling Porsche of all time. More info
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How to Power Tune MGB 4-Cylinder Engines
All you could want to know, and all the expert tips, about getting the maximum performance from the MGB's four-cylinder B-series engine for road or track. A book packed with understandable and down to earth advice based on the author's years of hands-on experience. More info
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Preston Tucker & Others
Celebrates those individuals with a radical, non-conformist approach to car design, from Preston Tucker and his Torpedo to Guy Negre and his zero-emission dream. Lavishly illustrated and intensively researched, it is also the story of the milestone inventions that have shaped today's cars. More info
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Taxi! - The Story of the London Cab
As much a landmark of London as Big Ben, it's no wonder the traditional taxi has become known as the 'London Cab' – even though these taxis are used all around the world. Here's the complete story from Hansom cab to the latest TX1 models. More info
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Electric Cars - The Future is Now!
What if we all had to say goodbye to petrol cars tomorrow? Would you be ready? This book will help you find out. With a concise catalogue covering the best production models and the most promising prototypes, this book is the definitive guide to the future of motoring. More info
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... And from our imprint, Hubble & Hattie
Animal Grief - How animals mourn
There seems little doubt that animals experience a range of emotions, just as we do; but can they grieve, too ...? This authoritative, rational text is superbly supported by interesting, sensitive photographs, carefully chosen to be reflective of the subject matter. More info
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Clever Dog! - Life lessons from the world's most successful animal
For dog lovers and self-development enthusiasts, a compendium of life lessons taught by the most successful domestic animal of all time ... man's best friend, the dog. More info
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Dieting with my dog - One busy life, two full figures ... and unconditional love
Dieting With My Dog is the honest and heartfelt story of one overweight woman and her chubby spaniel, struggling to lose weight and get fit together. This book is for anyone who has ever loved a pet - through thick and thin. More info
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Winston ... the dog who changed my life
The touching story of how the author rather unexpectedly became a dog owner when his wife returned home with a puppy that she found abandoned in a city cemetery. Winston quickly takes over the life and home of his new owner - introducing him to a completely new world in the process! More info
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You and Your Cockapoo - The Essential Guide
Dieting With My Dog is the honest and heartfelt story of one overweight woman and her chubby spaniel, struggling to lose weight and get fit together. This book is for anyone who has ever loved a pet - through thick and thin. More info
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You and Your Border Terrier - The Essential Guide
Everything you need to know about choosing, buying and enjoying your Border Terrier, including breed background, settling in your new arrival, establishing a daily routine, and what to expect as your canine companion grows up. More info
