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Online shop selling private collection of motoring books, motor sport, driver biographies, marques, magazines and periodicals, many rare.

England, United Kingdom
Joined January 2021
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Very well respected book in excellent condition throughout. Interesting account of the sport of the time from a renowned expert on the subject. buff.ly/9jplLXf
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Superb large format coverage of TVR’s history up to 1965, by leading marque authority. Great detail, includes road and racing cars. Superb photos throughout. buff.ly/lw9EZCV
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Meticulously researched photographs are brought to life through the author’s well-observed and atmospheric commentary to create a visually stunning and highly nostalgic record of this dramatic decade. buff.ly/kZVDxAP
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Scarce 1st edition of Jaguar Catalogue Raisonne 1922-92 by Ian Norris. 445 pages in 2 volumes in matching slipcase. Covering all Jaguar and predecessor models from 1922 to 1992 including both production and racing cars. Profusely illustrated. buff.ly/74a8MvB
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Detailed study of post-war Low-Volume Production Cars and Kit Cars. buff.ly/PwtjS08
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Rare sales brochure for Standard motors, boasting ‘four amazing new cars’, with info and pricing, including b/w illustrations of cars and cutouts of key features. Covers ‘Little Nine’, ‘Big Nine’, ‘Sixteen’ and ‘Twenty’ plus 2/4 set tourers and others. buff.ly/FdQeviY
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Detailed look at the evolution and development of the Humber brand from inception in 1868 as a cycle maker, through to manufacture of motor cycles, motor cars and even aeroplanes. Continues looking at its take over by the Rootes Co in 1932. buff.ly/zxW2JHh
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Biography of Jim Clark of whom Chapman said ” His ability was so much greater than he ever revealed. He hardly ever drove to the limits of his talent which makes gulf between him and other drivers even bigger.” buff.ly/ngPtKOd
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The Mercedes ”K” and ”S” (”SSK” and ”SS”) A classic and elegant tribute to Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and other regal automobiles. Written in a lyrical, nostalgic style. A rare vintage book for classic car lovers. buff.ly/iMSeNzG
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A meticulously compiled archive of the early years of Italy’s most legendary road race. With rare photographs, race reports, and technical analysis, it’s a historical must-read for vintage motorsport fans. buff.ly/qLMOy1M
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This book fills a large gap in motoring history, revealing the tremendous contribution to British and international motor sport from a car maker now nearly forgotten. buff.ly/5MYfWGP
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Alan Henry presents a series of self-contained portraits covering the great Grand Prix rivalries since the official World Championship was instigated in 1950. buff.ly/YDKnOm9
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Denis Jenkinson captures the career of this iconic car, in the hands of Moss, Collins, Hawthorn and Fangio. Includes extensive colour and black and white action photos, driver profiles, the car’s racing records and the detailed evolution of a classic. buff.ly/VNyz6OT
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Story of racing at Goodwood 1948-66 covers the most exciting era in the post-war history of the sport. During 1950s, talented British drivers, designers and manufacturers came together as a force that could take on the rest of the motor-racing world. buff.ly/hISnubL
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A stirring homage to one of Formula One’s most electrifying drivers. Donnini captures the charisma, courage, and tragedy of Villeneuve’s legacy — a must-read for fans of pure racing spirit. Fabulous book, hardback as new. buff.ly/fuXBOsx
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Written by Denis Jenkinson, one of Britain’s best-known motor racing journalists and historians, Porsche Past & Present offers an authoritative look at the history and development of Porsche. buff.ly/Ihvlq90
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Updated 2003 edition, covering Mercedes-Benz versus Auto Union era of 1934-39 with first hand recollection by those who were there and whom the author luckily/wisely interviewed while they were still around (none of them are left nowadays) . buff.ly/Qb9SOtZ
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Breat Ford racing stories such as the Miller Ford Indy Programme, development of Gurney-Westlake Ford V8, and 1962-70 Ford Total Performance programme, Trans-Am racing programme, NASCAR racing programme, and rich Ford drag racing history, and more. buff.ly/KLmvI5K
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Rare 12 page brochure for Jordan Cars, full colour cover, inside illustrations of models with sales copy with detailed specifications. buff.ly/dzYhYzz
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Well received and extremely hard-to-find book by former BMC Competitions Manager Bill Price. Price. Included are profiles of managers, drivers, and mechanics; stories behind marques like Austin, Austin-Healey, Morris, and Triumph; and the competitions! buff.ly/6OOEf5q
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