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Year: 1948 (Item #A5504) -
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100 MILLION MOTOR VEHICLES: A STORY OF MASS PRODUCTION
AND ITS EFFECT ON THE UNITED STATES, Automobile
Manufacturers Association, 1948: First edition.
A well illustrated history of the first 55 years
of the automotive industry depicting scenes in
America -- the people, cars, roads, repair shops
--, plus the difficulties, trials and tribulations
involved. Dated Nov. 1948. Sb. 40 pages. Price:
$50.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A1664) -
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AGE OF THE AUTOMOBILE, George Bishop, 1977:
Winding through history, this is a highly illustrated
and comprehensively written popular work that
provides a vast amount of information for a low
price. 192 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1975 (Item #A1978) -
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AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE, Ralph Stein, 1975: First
edition. A biography of twenty-two great pre-1940
marques. Concentrates on the great sporting and
luxury makes, but includes electrics and steamers.
Delightful reading and uniquely illustrated. A
first class book at a bargain price. 252 pages.
Price: $40.
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Year: 1965 (Item #A5019) -
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AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE: A BRIEF HISTORY, John
B. Rae, 1965: First edition. Although the title
says "brief", the author goes into incisive depth
which makes the subject very interesting. Connecting
the automobiles to changes in the U. S. from the
Selden Patent to progress made in the mid-1960's
is quite an achievement. Not oriented to history
by make, but by subjects, he accomplishes his
goal. 265 pages. Price: $15.
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Year: 1996 (Item #A3764) -
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AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE: A CENTENARY, Nick Georgano
and Nicky Wright, 1996: A beautiful coffeetable
expose of impressive color photographs. A 100
year history, including contemporary photographs,
art, advertisements and sales literature. 288
pages. (NOS) Price: $50.
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Year: 1942 (Item #A5510) -
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ANALYSIS OF WAGE EARNER AND RURAL AUTOMOBILE USE,
Automobile Manufacturers Association, c1942: Statistica
analysis with discussion on how, when and why
rural drivers drive cars. A supplement to "A Factual
Survey of Automobile Usage". Sb. 15 pages. Price:
$25.
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Year: 1976 (Item #A3256) -
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AUTOMOBILE QUARTERLY'S GREAT CARS AND GRAND MARQUES,
Beverly Rae Kimes, 1976: First edition. A collection
celebrating the first fifteen years of Automobile
Quarterly and their most memorable articles.
Illustrated with over 300 full-color photographs
and other illustrations -- the cars, auto art,
contemporary photographs, cutaway drawings, posters,
mascots, etc. 240 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1972 (Item #A3433) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 24/72,
V/O Autoexport, 1972: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 32 pages. Price:
$35.
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Year: 1983 (Item #A4281) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 69 (2-1983),
V/O Autoexport, 1983: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1987 (Item #A4282) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 85 (2-1987),
V/O Autoexport, 1987: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1987 (Item #A3436) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 86 (3-1987),
V/O Autoexport, 1987: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1988 (Item #A3439) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 89 (2-1988),
V/O Autoexport, 1988: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 32 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1988 (Item #A3440) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 91 (4-1988),
V/O Autoexport, 1988: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A3441) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 92 (1-1989),
V/O Autoexport, 1989: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A3442) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 93 (2-1989),
V/O Autoexport, 1989: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A3443) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 94 (3-1989),
V/O Autoexport, 1989: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A3444) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 95 (4-1989),
V/O Autoexport, 1989: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A3445) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 96 (1-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 32 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A3446) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 96 (1-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. In Russian. Sb. 32 pages.
Price: $30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A3447) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 97 (2-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A3448) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 98 (3-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. In Dutch. Sb. 28 pages.
Price: $30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A4280) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 98 (3-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1990 (Item #A3449) -
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AUTOEXPORT ROUND-UP (QUARTERLY), Vol. 99 (4-1990),
V/O Autoexport, 1990: First English edition. Selected
USSR vehicles reviews. Sb. 28 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1984 (Item #A4766) -
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AUTOMANIA, Julian Pettifer and Nigel Turner,
1984: First U.S. edition. "What makes the history
of the car so compelling is not how the vehicle
itself has changed -- for it has altered remarkably
little -- but how much it has changed us." Book
traces the history of "A Most Exciting Toy". Very
well illustrated. 286 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1965 (Item #A3737) -
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AUTOMOBILES AND AUTOMOBILING, Pierre Dumont,
Ronald Barker and Douglas B. Tubbs, 1965: First
edition. This coffee table size book is a blend
of artwork and photographs, mostly contemporary.
Covers an international selection of pre-1940
cars such as Auburn, Bugatti, Cadillac, Cord,
Rolls-Royce, Hispano-Suiza, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz,
Aston Martin, Stutz, Panhard and Lincoln, to name
a few. 210 pages. Price: $55.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A3658) -
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BATTERY POWERED ELECTRIC VEHICLES: STATE-OF-THE-ART,
Lead Industries Association, Inc., 1978: First
edition. Cars and trucks -- U.S. and international.
A guide to all makes. Sb. 26 pages. (NOS) Price:
$15.
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Year: 1959 (Item #A5008) -
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BOOK OF SPORTS CARS, Charles Lam Markmann
and Mark Sherwin, 1959: First edition. A comprehensive,
authoritative illustrated history of the past
sixty years (as of 1959) of dual-purpose sports
motoring. Presents the outstanding cars, drivers,
designers and courses that have brought motor
sport to its peak of popularity. Well illustrated
with archival photographs. 324 pages. Price:
$50.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A2962) -
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CAMPING ON WHEELS, "Field & Stream" Magazine,
1971: First edition. A guide to pickup campers,
motor homes, van campers. Includes prices and
specifications. Sb. 128 pages. Price: $10.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A5386) -
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CAR INTERIOR RESTORATION, Terry Boyce, 1978:
An invaluable sourcebook and a must have handbook
for every do-it-yourself and professional car
restorer. Straight facts on interior restoration
costs and how to determine whether or not your
car is worth the expense. Covers upholstery restoration,
headliners, making spring assemblies, making curtains,
laying carpet, applying woodgraining to panels,
graining paint, reproducing small plastic parts,
replacing convertible tops, sealing to prevent
leakage, and much, much more. A lot of information
for the money! Sb. 128 pages. Price: $10.
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Year: 1981 (Item #A3746) -
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CAR BOOK: A CONSUMER'S GUIDE TO CAR BUYING,
U. S. Department of Transportation, 1981: First
edition. Basic information on purchasing a 1981
automobile -- safety, fuel economy, maintenance,
insurance and other tips. Sb. 68 pages. Price:
$10.
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Year: 1988 (Item #A3385) -
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CAR STYLING NO. 67, Akira Fujimoto, 1988:
First edition. Articles on VW Corrado and VW Design,
Richardson Smith, GM Holden VN Commodore, Suzuki
Cultus, Nissan Prairie, Nissan Cefiro and Toyota
Mark II / Chaser / Cresta. In English and Japanese.
Sb. 96 pages. (NOS) Price: $35.
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Year: 1993 (Item #A3053) -
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CAR STYLING NO. 94, Akira Fujimoto, 1993:
First edition. Articles on the Bugatti EB112,
Peugeot 306, Citroen Xantia, Ford Mondeo, Heffernan
design and "The Internationalization of Design
Center in Japanese Firms". Japanese. Sb. 120 pages.
(NOS) Price: $25.
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Year: 1980 (Item #A4224) -
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CARS OF THE '40S, Editors of "Consumer Guide"
magazine, 1980: First edition. An exciting look
back at a decade of true innovation for the American
automobile. In styling and in engineering, the
motorcar was transformed during the years just
before and just after WWII. All U.S. makes individually
reviewed. Sb. 98 pages. Price: $15.
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Year: 1981 (Item #A5089) -
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CARS OF THE '40S, Editors of "Consumer Guide"
magazine, 1981: An exciting look back at a decade
of true innovation for the American automobile.
In styling and in engineering, the motorcar was
transformed during the years just before and just
after WWII. All U.S. makes individually reviewed.
98 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1991 (Item #A4748) -
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CLASSIC CARS, Roger Hicks, 1991: A cover-to-cover
color pictorial collection of some of the world's
greatest and best loved American and foreign postwar
cars. Includes brief histories and descriptions
of models 336 pages. Price: $30.
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Year: 1966 (Item #A4734) -
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CLASSIC CARS IN PROFILE: VOL. 1 - PROFILE NOS.
1-24, Anthony Harding, 1966: A bound set of
24 Profile Publications, each detailing in description,
photographs, drawings and technical information
one model of one marque. No dj. 296 pages. Price:
$100.
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Year: 1969 (Item #A4737) -
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CLASSIC CARS IN PROFILE: VOL. 1 - PROFILE NOS.
1-24, Anthony Harding, 1969: A bound set of
24 Profile Publications, each detailing in description,
photographs, drawings and technical information
one model of one marque. 288 pages. Price:
$125.
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Year: 1969 (Item #A4736) -
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CLASSIC CARS IN PROFILE: VOL. 2 - PROFILE NOS.
25-48, Anthony Harding, 1969: A bound set
of 24 Profile Publications, each detailing in
description, photographs, drawings and technical
information one model of one marque. 288 pages.
Price: $125.
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Year: 1968 (Item #A4735) -
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CLASSIC CARS IN PROFILE: VOL. 4 - PROFILE NOS.
73-96, Anthony Harding, 1968: A bound set
of 24 Profile Publications, each detailing in
description, photographs, drawings and technical
information one model of one marque. 288 pages.
Price: $125.
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Year: 1912 (Item #A5513) -
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CONSTRUCTION AND MANUFACTURE OF AUTOMOBILES,
Ralph E. Flanders, 1912: Second edition. Machinery's
Reference Series - No. 60. Covers design and construction
of a high-grade motor car, manufacturing methods
and manufacturing equalizing gears. The "high-grade"
automobile used for illustration is a 1910 Stevens-Duryea
Big Six and includes photograph, two views of
engine/chassis, three views of engine and six
photographs and drawings of mechanical parts.
Also includes photographs of machinery used to
build the cars. Copyright 1912. Sb. 48 pages.
Price: $75.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A1541) -
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COLLECTOR'S HISTORY OF THE AUTOMOBILE, Peter
Roberts, 1978: First edition. Packed with information
in chronological order. A history and guide to
the world of interesting cars built prior to 1969
-- sports cars, antiques, brass era, classics,
racing, luxury and interesting tour cars. Profusely
illustrated with photographs, posters and portraits.
320 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1982 (Item #A3783) -
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COMPLETE BOOK OF COLLECTIBLE CARS: 1940-1980,
Editors of "Consumer Guide" magazine, 1982: First
edition. An encyclopedia of detailed information
on American and foreign cars, plus photographs.
A bargain reference book. 384 pages. Price:
$35.
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Year: 1981 (Item #A3113) -
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COMPLETE HANDBOOK OF AUTOMOBILE HOBBIES, Beverly
Rae Kimes, 1981: First edition. All the facets
of the hobby -- restorations, collecting models,
literature, art, toys, etc., are discussed. Even
if you have been in the hobby for many years you
will learn a lot -- and this book has a lot to
tell. 400 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1974 (Item #A3822) -
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EDMUND'S NEW CAR PRICES - 1974, Michael J.
Mahr, 1974: First edition. Prices of cars and
accessories for all new American made cars. Sb.
144 pages. Price: $10.
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Year: 1987 (Item #A5002) -
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ELITE CARS: THE FASTEST AND FINEST, "Consumer
Guide" Magazine, 1987: First edition. Detailed
discussion and excellent photographs of the best
and most interesting makes -- Ferrari GTO, Vector
W2, Ford RS200, Ferrari Testarossa, Buick Wildcat,
Chevrolet Corvette, Pantera GTS and Porsche 959.
80 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1980 (Item #A3138) -
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF AMERICAN CARS: 1940 TO 1970,
Editors of "Consumer Guide" magazine, 1980: First
edition. An A to Z photo library with descriptions
of thirty-six major brands and over 200 minor
names. Detailed descriptions and specifications,
plus it is very well illustrated. 416 pages. Price:
$35.
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Year: 1980 (Item #A3004) -
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF AMERICAN CARS: 1946 TO 1959,
James H. Moloney and George H. Dammann, 1980:
First edition. A Crestline Publications book.
Over 2000 original factory photographs of makes
and models, plus detailed information. Includes
limited production cars. 416 pages. (NOS) Price:
$75.
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Year: 1963 (Item #A2692) -
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FAMOUS OLD CARS, Hank Wieand Bowman, 1963:
A documentation of all the great cars before WWII
as seen through the eyes of 1950's collectors.
U. S. and European classics. 96 pages. Price:
$20.
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Year: c1956 (Item #A5553) -
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FIB'S GOLDEN BOOK OF POTTERING WITH TRUCKS AND
FIRE ENGINES, Olle O. Liberg, c1956: First
edition. This book was very popular in Sweden
from the mid-1950s through the early 1960s when
boys sat at their desks on rainy days building
model kits or glueing pictures into albums such
as this -- all before the age of computers! There
were a series of these books, all done from American
originals; therefore, the vehicles are all from
the U.S. Photographs are glued in. Sb. 24 pages.
Price: $30.
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Year: 2004 (Item #A4979) -
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FIRST TRANSCONTINENTAL MILITARY DISPATCH CAR,
Malcolm E. Parrott & Stuart C. Mowbray, 2004:
First edition. ". . . in 1909, the idea of using
motorized vehicles in warfare was new and controversial.
In order to prove that motorized military transport
was practical, the army signal corps sent three
men in a Mitchell Ranger automobile from New York
City to San Francisco . . . This is their harrowing
story as told by the original driver in 1941."
Very well illustrated with archival photographs.
Sb. 64 pages. (NOS) Price: $10.
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Year: 1967 (Item #A2114) -
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FUN OF OLD CARS, Bob Stubenrauch, 1967: First
edition. Collecting and restoring antique, classic
and special interest cars. The cars of the turn-
of-the-century through the thirties as seen from
the experience of a restorer and enthusiast of
the 50's and 60's. Well illustrated with over
300 photographs. Very entertaining, with stories
of the early days of the hobby. 230 pages. Price:
$50.
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Year: 1967 (Item #A5366) -
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GREAT CARS, Ralph Stein, 1967: First edition.
One of the most popular and best written books
covering the most significant cars ever built.
Concentrates on all great pre-WWII cars built
throughout the world. The photography is exceptional
and the stories behind the cars are entertaining.
No dj. 252 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A3819) -
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GALLON-WATCHER'S GUIDE, Atlantic Richfield
(ARCO) Company, 1977: First edition. How to use
less gasoline during the petroleum crisis. Sb.
20 pages. Price: $5.
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Year: 1958 (Item #A1740) -
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GENUINE "GEN" ON VETERAN CARS, Laurence H.
Cade, 1958: First edition. A quaint British book
written for young people who admired the earliest
automobiles built. Photographs and descriptions.
Sb. 24 pages. Price: $10.
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Year: 1957 (Item #A4380) -
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GREAT AMERICAN AUTOMOBILES, John Bentley,
1957: First edition. "A dramatic account of their
achievements in competition". Early racing --
New York to Paris race, Glidden Tour, the first
Indy 500, Vanderbilt, Savannah, Daytona Beach
Speed Records and other early racing events. Well
illustrated. Same edition as #A1133, but has different
binding. No dj. 374 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1985 (Item #A1901) -
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GREAT AMERICAN CARS, Jonathan Wood, 1985:
First edition. From the 1901 Curved Dash Oldsmobile
to the 1985 Corvette. Great photography. 98 pages.
Price: $15.
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Year: 1957 (Item #A2240) -
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GREAT AMERICAN AUTOMOBILES, John Bentley,
1957: First edition. Early racing -- New York
to Paris race, Glidden Tour, the first Indy 500,
Vanderbilt, Savannah, Daytona Beach Speed Records
and other racing events. The thrilling story of
America's greatest cars and their trailblazing
achievements in these great events. Richly illustrated
with scores of rare and original photographs,
many from the famous Lazarnick Collection. 374
pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1988 (Item #A5603) -
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GREAT AMERICAN CONVERTIBLE, Richard M. Langworth,
1988: A tribute to the convertible which uses
original photographs, art, advertisements, sales
literature and photographs of restored cars. Well
illustrated. 192 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1985 (Item #A3758) -
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GREAT AMERICAN DREAM MACHINES, Jay Hirsch,
1985: First edition. A format of photographs,
specification charts, accessory lists and descriptions
is used to feature 65 makes and models beginning
with the 1941 Hudson and ending with the 1973
Cadillac Eldorado. Includes an extensive appendix
on finding and restoring a car, values, publications,
clubs, etc. Sb. 240 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1986 (Item #A2474) -
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GREAT CAR COLLECTIONS OF THE WORLD, Edward
Eves and Dan Burger, 1986: First edition. A color
guide to fifty of the world's finest automobile
museums located in eighteen countries. Contains
230 photographs of primarily prewar cars. If you
travel, this book will guide you to enjoyable
days with great historical cars. 200 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1967 (Item #A2097) -
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GREAT CARS, Ralph Stein, 1967: First edition.
One of the most popular and best written books
covering the most significant cars ever built.
Concentrates on all great pre-WWII cars built
throughout the world. The photography is exceptional
and the stories behind the cars are entertaining.
252 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1985 (Item #A5091) -
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GREAT CARS OF THE FORTIES, Editors of "Consumer
Guide" magazine, 1985: First edition. Full color
profiles of twenty-five of Detroit's all-time
favorites -- Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Chryslers,
Fords, LaSalles, Packards, Tucker, Willys, Jeeps,
and more. Includes not just exterior photographs,
but interior and engines as well. Loaded with
technical information. Sb. 80 pages. Price:
$20.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A5003) -
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GREAT COLLECTOR'S CARS, Gianni Rogliatti,
1977: Over 130 vehicles selected from the great
automotive collections of the United States and
Europe. The most interesting and impressive pre-WWII
cars to be found anywhere. 475 color and black
and white photographs. 318 pages. Price: $30.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A3943) -
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GREAT COLLECTOR'S CARS, Gianni Rogliatti,
1978: Over 130 vehicles selected from the great
automotive collections of the United States and
Europe. The most interesting and impressive pre-WWII
cars to be found anywhere. 475 color and black
and white photographs. 318 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1982 (Item #A5108) -
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GUIDE TO THE TRANSPORT MUSEUMS OF GREAT BRITAIN,
Jude Garvey, 1982: First edition. The photographs
alone make this book a bargain. Complete with
a map to each location. Many of the museums are
so remote and unadvertised that you would not
know the existed. 238 pages. (NOS) Price: $25.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A3119) -
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HARRAH'S AUTOMOBILE COLLECTION, 1971: First
edition. Much nicer than the typical American
book on this collection. Very well done. This
one is in Japanese. Sb. 94 pages. Price: $50.
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Year: 1970 (Item #A3861) -
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HISTORY OF SPORTS CARS, G. N. Georgano, 1970:
First edition. An encyclopedia of sports cars,
with descriptions, from their emergence until
1970. 320 pages. Price: $30.
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Year: 1946 (Item #A1410) -
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HISTORICAL MOTOR SCRAPBOOK No. 3, Floyd Clymer,
1946: First edition. Collections of advertisements
and articles on very early cars and motorcycles.
Each book contains about 250 ancient cars and
motorcycles with photographs and illustrations.
Deluxe hb edition. 224 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1947 (Item #A5596) -
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HISTORICAL MOTOR SCRAPBOOK No. 4, Floyd Clymer,
1947: First edition. Collections of advertisements
and articles on very early cars and motorcycles.
Each book contains about 250 ancient cars and
motorcycles with photographs and illustrations.
Deluxe hb edition. 224 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1948 (Item #A1412) -
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HISTORICAL MOTOR SCRAPBOOK No. 5, Floyd Clymer,
1948: First edition. Collections of advertisements
and articles on very early cars and motorcycles.
Each book contains about 250 ancient cars and
motorcycles with photographs and illustrations.
Sb. 216 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1950 (Item #A1413) -
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HISTORICAL MOTOR SCRAPBOOK No. 6, Floyd Clymer,
1950: First edition. Collections of advertisements
and articles on very early cars and motorcycles.
Each book contains about 250 ancient cars and
motorcycles with photographs and illustrations.
Sb. 220 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1963 (Item #A3757) -
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HISTORY OF THE WORLD'S CLASSIC CARS, Richard
Hough and Michael Frostick, 1963: First edition.
Includes original articles from "The Autocar"
and sales brochures. Twenty- four makes of cars
from five countries, all from the 1920's and 30's.
Extremely well illustrated with original photographs,
art, cutaways of chassis, advertisements and sales
literature. No dj. 190 pages. Price: $50.
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Year: 1947 (Item #A5505) -
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HORSES TO HORSEPOWER, Franklin M. Reck / Automobile
Manufacturers Association, 1947: First edition.
A study of the effect of the motor truck on American
living. Dated Oct. 1947. Sb. 48 pages. Price:
$35.
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Year: 1954 (Item #A5597) -
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HOW TO RESTORE ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC CARS, George
Uskali And Curt Johnsn, 1954: First edition. Worthy
of a restorer's library, because it shows the
approach used by restorers 50 years ago. Pertains
to pre-WWII cars only. No dj. 190 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1999 (Item #A3864) -
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IVM ENGINEERING: YOUR PARTNER FOR AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING,
IVM Engineering, 1999: First edition. The designer
of high performance sports cars such as the Callaway
presents its' approach to concept and styling,
design, development and production. Sb. 24 pages.
(NOS) Price: $5.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A5010) -
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LA COLLECTION SCHLUMPF, Wolfgang Drehsen,
Werner Haas and H.J. Schneider, 1977: First edition.
A review of the world famous Schlumpf Museum which
houses an outstanding collection of 122 Bugattis,
dozens of Mercedes, a selection of impressive
Maseratis, Ferraris, etc. Thoroughly illustrated.
In English, German and French. Sb. 182 pages.
Price: $90.
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Year: 1907 (Item #A5435) -
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LADY OF THE BLUE MOTOR, G. Sidney Paternoster,
1907: First edition. A novel interlaced with automotive
experiences and activities. 296 pages. Price:
$30.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A5290) -
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LICENSE PLATE BOOK: HOW TO READ AND DECODE PLATES
FROM ALL 50 STATES, Thomson C. Murray, 1978:
Includes information on county of origin, occupation
of owner, use and weight of vehicle, special plates
and their meaning, how to trace an owner, how
to get personalized plates and license plate games.
Over 1000 illustrations of plates. Shows light
handling. Sb. 112 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1976 (Item #A3945) -
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MAKE MONEY OWNING YOUR CAR (AND ENJOY EVERY MINUTE),
J. R. Olson, 1976: Lessons in picking cars that
will appreciate in value. It pays to take the
time to evaluate your potential investment. 180
pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A2029) -
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MILLION DOLLAR AUTOMOBILES, David Burgess
Wise, 1989: First edition. "A connoisseur's collection
of rare and expensive cars". Thirty-one of the
greatest classic and sports cars. Detailed photography
and descriptions of the world's most exciting
cars make this impressive book a bargain. 242
pages. (NOS) Price: $40.
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Year: 1966 (Item #A5286) -
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MOTORCARS OF THE GOLDEN PAST, Ken W. Purdy,
1966: One of America's greatest automotive writers
reviews the world's top automotive collection.
Excellent clor photographs of the vehicles in
outdoor scenes of one hundred rare and exciting
cars in Harrah's Automobile Collection. Dust jacket
shows handling; therefore, price has been reduced.
216 pages. Price: $45.
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Year: 1969 (Item #A1086) -
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MOTOR-MANIA, Roger Cutting, 1969: First edition.
To quote the author, "a rambling record of one
man's experiences with automobiles". Probably
better described as the joys and trials of restoring
pre-WWII cars prior to WWII. A good look at the
hobby in the very early days with the really early
cars. 155 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1966 (Item #A4225) -
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MOTORCARS OF THE GOLDEN PAST, Ken W. Purdy,
1966: One of America's greatest automotive writers
reviews the world's top automotive collection.
Excellent clor photographs of the vehicles in
outdoor scenes of one hundred rare and exciting
cars in Harrah's Automobile Collection. Cover
shows light wear; therefore, price has been reduced.
216 pages. Price: $50.
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Year: 1973 (Item #A3511) -
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MOTORHISTORISKT MAGASIN, Vol. 9-10 - AMERICA,
Jan Alfvag, 1973: First edition. A special edition
club publication, written by the president of
a Swedish car club, on his tour of America's automotive
museums and clubs. Comes with 4 page non-color
folder which is notecard signed by the author.
In Dutch. Sb. 56 pages. (NOS) Price: $25.
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Year: 1953 (Item #A5598) -
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OLDTIME STEAM CARS, John Bentley, 1953: Special
hb first edition of Fawcett Book No. 196. An album
of eighty-five makes. Hundreds of fine old photographs
and illustrations. Descriptions, prices and performance.
If you like steam cars, you have to have this
book. Dust jacket is in poor condition. 144 pages.
Price: $40.
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Year: 1979 (Item #A4418) -
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OLD CARS PRICE GUIDE, Vol. 2, No. 3 - Summer,
Terry Boyce, 1979: First edition. Complete valuation
data and production lists for popular 1900-1960
cars. Model-by-model prices on a 1 to 5 scale.
Well illustrated. Sb. 162 pages. Price: $15.
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Year: 1976 (Item #A3254) -
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OLYMPIAN CARS, Richard Burns Carson, 1976:
First edition. "The great American cars of the
twenties and thirties". Duesenberg, Stutz, Pierce-Arrow,
Cord, Auburn and other great classics are documented.
Loaded with contemporary photographs. A very desirable
book. 274 pages. Price: $120.
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Year: 1952 (Item #A5329) -
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POPULAR MECHANICS' PICTURE HISTORY OF AMERICAN
TRANSPORTATION, Edward L. Throm and James
S. Crenshaw, 1952: First edition. It is doubtful
that you will recognize any of the very interesting
photographs used to depict the first fifty years
of automotive history. Includes airplanes, ships
and trains. Very well illustrated. No dj. 312
pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1980 (Item #A3452) -
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PATRICK MOTORS GROUP - 1930-1980: FIFTY YEARS
OF DEDICATED SERVICE, Patrick Motors Group
Limited, 1980: First edition. A historical tribute
to Britain's largest privately owned automotive
dealership group. Begun in 1930 as a garage, later
a coachbuilder and builder of specials, Patrick
Motors has sold Austin, Morris, Triumph, Daimler,
Alfa, BSA, Riley, Austin Healey and other makes.
Sb. 40 pages. Price: $45.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A3738) -
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PICTORIAL TREASURY OF CLASSIC AMERICAN AUTOMOBILES,
Timothy Jacobs & Tom Debolski, 1989: First edition.
A lavish collection of photographs, most in color.
Coverage is from the turn of the century to the
1960's. 192 pages. (NOS) Price: $45.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A4749) -
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PICTORIAL TREASURY OF CLASSIC AMERICAN AUTOMOBILES,
Timothy Jacobs and Tom Debolski, 1989: First edition.
A lavish collection of original and contemporary
photographs, most in color. Coverage is from the
turn of the century to the 1960's. Dust jacket
has minor crease; therefore, price has been reduced.
192 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1953 (Item #A5304) -
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POPULAR SCIENCE STANDARD FACT BOOK - 1953,
1953: First edition. Renault Fregate, Rolls-Royce
Silver Cloud, Simca Aronde Montlhery and Vedette
Beaulieu, Standard Pennant, Sunbeam Rapier II,
Vauxhall Victor (Estate Car) and Cresta II and
Volvo Amazon. Very well illustrated. Sb. 192 pages.
Price: $30.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A5310) -
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PRESIDENTS ON WHEELS, Herbert Ridgeway Collins,
1971: First edition. Complete collection of carriages
and automobiles used by our American Presidents.
Very well illustrated. Dust jacket shows handling;
therefore, price has been reduced. 224 pages.
Price: $35.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A5369) -
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RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION OF VINTAGE & CLASSIC
CARS, Jonathan Wood, 1977: First edition.
Oriented toward British cars of the pre-WWII and
1950s and 60s periods. Thorough coverage of all
aspects of these cars, with excellent photography
and drawings to detail restoration and maintenance
procedures. An excellent supplement to your car's
manual. 297 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A2963) -
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE DIRECTORY, Recreational
Vehicle Dealers of America, 1971: First edition.
A directory of camping trailers, pickup campers,
travel trailers, motor homes and trailerable houseboats.
Sb. 240 pages. Price: $15.
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Year: 1993 (Item #A3413) -
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ROAD & TRACK'S COMPLETE SPORT-UTILITIES, PICKUPS
& VANS BUYERS GUIDE - 1993, 1993: First edition.
Photographs, road tests and specifications for
63 models. Sb. 152 pages. (NOS) Price: $10.
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Year: 1973 (Item #A3772) -
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RUNABOUTS AND ROADSTERS, Bob Stubenrauch,
1973: First edition. A study of the great sports
and sporting cars built prior to 1930, plus a
few postwar cars. Covers both foreign and domestic.
Over 500 photographs, with attention to close-up
details. The experiences of a restorer and enthusiast
of the 50's and 60's. Very entertaining, with
stories of the early days of the hobby. 274 pages.
Price: $40.
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Year: 1978 (Item #A5285) -
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SAN SYLMAR: A TREASURE HOUSE OF FUNCTIONAL FINE
ART, Merle Norman Cosmetics, 1978: First edition.
J. B. Nethercutt's automobile collection -- one
of the finest in the world -- is showcased. Every
car is displayed in several photographs in this
magnificent book. The deluxe hardbound limited
edition with vinyl record in pocket inside back
cover. Dust jacket shows minor handling; therefore,
price has been reduced. 279 pages. Price: $180.
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Year: 1977 (Item #A1060) -
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SCHLUMPF OBSESSION: INSIDE A LEGENDARY TREASURE
HOUSE, Denis Jenkinson & Peter Verstappen,
1977: First edition. The most impressive collection
of pre-WWII foreign racing, sports and luxury
cars -- more Bugattis than anywhere else in the
world. Prior to 1977, the Schlumpf brothers had
hidden away their secret collection of 122 cars
in Mulhouse, Alsace, France. A colorful photographic
review of the cars, with descriptions. 186 pages.
Price: $90.
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Year: 1960 (Item #A4698) -
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SEARS AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY CATALOG, Sears, Roebuck
& Co., 1960: Sears and Allstate -- a principle
source of aftermarket accessories, parts and equipment.
Includes foreign and domestic cars, sports cars,
trucks, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and motorscooters.
Identify all those non-factory items on your car!
Sb. 160 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1976 (Item #A1040) -
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SEVENTEEN SPORTS CARS: 1919-1930, Peter Hull
and Nigel Foster, 1976: First edition. A collection
of histories of seventeen vintage cars from the
1920's -- from Alfa Romeo to Vauxhall -- including
all the internationally significant cars of the
period. 192 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1961 (Item #A4688) -
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SHORT HISTORY OF RACING, Kendall Refining
Company, 1961: First edition. From Paris to Madrid
in 1903 to the 1961 Grand Prix of the United States,
Kendall made a difference. Illustrated with drawings.
Form No. 7422. Sb. 8 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1963 (Item #A3625) -
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SOVIET PASSENGER CARS, V/O Autoexport, 1963:
First edition. Hard black board covers, with 1/2"
gray cloth binding, have red and white letter,
black and red emblem and white line drawing of
cars. Pages are bound in catalog with white cord.
Eleven photographs show exterior, beds of ambulance
and utility wagon, and engines. Includes discussion
and specifications. Nice! 16 pages. Price:
$85.
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Year: 1986 (Item #A3050) -
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SOVIET TRANSPORT SYSTEM, 1986: First edition.
An U.S. introduction products in the U.S.S.R.
which are exported to eighty countries. Communist
to capitalist. Sb. 48 pages. (NOS) Price: $50.
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Year: 1955 (Item #A4754) -
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SPORTS AND CLASSIC CARS, Griffith Borgeson
and Eugene Jaderquist, 1955: First edition. A
classic work. A 1950's perspective on the then
current highly popular sportscar trend and enthusiasm
for the classic car era. A cornerstone for a literature
collection. No dust jacket, but book is like new.
466 pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1955 (Item #A3771) -
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SPORTS AND CLASSIC CARS, Griffith Borgeson
and Eugene Jaderquist, 1955: First edition. A
classic work. A 1950's perspective on the then
current highly popular sportscar trend and enthusiasm
for the classic car era. A cornerstone for a literature
collection. 466 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1956 (Item #A1866) -
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SPORTS CARS, Jim Potter, 1956: First edition.
Trend Book No. 130. All of the new sports cars
of the early 1950's and how the hobby was then
-- hillclimbs, rallies, gymkhanas and racing.
Sb. 128 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1962 (Item #A5541) -
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SPORTS CAR: DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN, John Stanford,
1962: Traces the history of sports cars from their
beginnings in Europe, through the early post-war
years, into the vintage years, then focusing on
American sports cars, the 1930s and sports cars
since the war. Very well illustrated with sixty-one
historical photographs and thirty-five drawings
showing all of the well known fun cars. Sb. 208
pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A1733) -
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SPORTS CARS OF THE WORLD, Peterson Publishing,
1971: First edition. Sixty-seven articles covering
great cars of the present and past, great drivers
and races, technical features, future cars and
how to have fun with your car. An effort to cover
subjects that interest everyone. Well illustrated,
with vintage photos, current photography and art.
What a bargain! Sb. 320 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1972 (Item #A1734) -
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SPORTS CARS OF THE WORLD, Allen Bishop, Editor,
1972: First edition. Sixty-two articles covering
such subjects as the cars that were powered by
Wankel engines, the racers of LeMans, Corvette
history and prototypes, the great 16 cylinder
cars of the classic era plus 16 cylinder race
cars, road tests of exotic cars and coverage of
all types of racing. Well illustrated. Sb. 192
pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1973 (Item #A4200) -
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SPORTS CARS ON ROAD AND TRACK, Ray Hutton,
1973: First edition. A vast section of photographs
bring the captivating test to life. From the turn
of the century to 1972. A bargain. 96 pages. Price:
$15.
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Year: 1973 (Item #A5450) -
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STEAM ON THE ROAD: SELF PROPELLED VEHICLES THROUGH
TWO CENTURIES, David Burgess Wise, 1973: First
edition. Loaded with color photographs. 96 pages.
Price: $20.
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Year: 1987 (Item #A3025) -
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STANDARD CATALOG OF AMERICAN CARS: 1976-1986,
James M. Flammang, 1987: The encyclopedia of American
cars that provides photographs, descriptions,
production information, specifications, serial
numbers, options, prices and additional helpful
information. Covers production cars, specialty
cars and experimental cars. Sb. 468 pages. Price:
$20.
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Year: 1994 (Item #A4250) -
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STREET-LEGAL! PAXTON SUPERCHARGERS FROM THE RACING
GRANATELLIS, 1994: First edition. Comes with
"Granatelli Signature Series Accessories Catalog"
(28 pages), two original factory brochures produced
from articles in "Hot Rod" and "Car Craft" magazines
about Paxton products (10 pages) and photocopy
of article from "Motor Trend" magazine on Paxton
Products GSS Camaro. Sb. 40 pages. (NOS) Price:
$20.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A4445) -
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A STUDY OF THE MARKET POTENTIAL FOR ON-THE-ROAD
ELECTRIC VEHICLES, Copper Development Association,
Inc., 1971: First edition. Results of a study
done for the Copper Development Association, Inc.,
and the Electric Vehicle Council, published May
1971. Discusses electric vehicle performance characteristics,
internal combustion engine, use patterns for internal
combustion engine and market potential for electric
vehicles. Copper Development Association, Inc.
Sb. 20 pages. (NOS) Price: $10.
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Year: 1979 (Item #A5536) -
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TECHNOSPHERE: VOL. 5, NO. 4 - AROUND THE WORLD
OF TECHNOLOGY, Fansteel, Inc., 1979: First
edition. A supplier who was involved in steam
cars, the Stirling engine and automobile, aircraft,
marine engines, etc. Cover has set of staple holes;
therefore, price has been reduced. Copyright 1979.
Sb. 32 pages. Price: $15.
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Year: 1944 (Item #A5494) -
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TIMELY NEW TIPS ON TRUCK CARE, Studebaker
Corporation, 1944: First edition. Book gives suggestions
on truck and tire care during wartime. It was
sent to Studebaker truck operators with the statement
that "We think this information may be useful
and particularly timely in aiding you to bring
your truck equipment through the fall and winter
in good shape for your spring and summer hauling
needs." Illustrated with drawings about sludge
buildup, cleaning the crankcase, keeping adequate
records (as required by the Office of Defense
Transportation) and increasing tire mileage. NOTE:
Trucks shown are prewar models. Booklet was written
to help owners keep the vehicles running. Dated
9-44. Sb. 8 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1950 (Item #A5331) -
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TREASURY OF EARLY AMERICAN AUTOMOBILES: 1877-1925,
Floyd Clymer, 1950: First edition. One of the
most popular automotive books ever printed. An
album of automotive memories by one of the great
automotive historians, an enthusiast who lived,
bought, sold, collected, restored and raced during
these early years. Photographs, advertisements,
cartoons, text, etc. 214 pages. Price: $30.
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Year: 1998 (Item #A3630) -
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TIRES AND THE ENVIRONMENT, Michelin North
America, Inc., 1998: Michelin describes how tires
are manufactured, material used, the role that
recycling plays, how tires are used and how Michelin
is applying its' Environmental Quality System
to make the production / use of tires environmentally
friendly. Well illustrated. Detroit Auto Show.
Sb. 44 pages. (NOS) Price: $10.
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Year: 1983 (Item #A5079) -
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TOTAL AUTO BODY REPAIR, L. C. Rhone and H.
David Yates, 1983: Second edition. Everything
you need to know about setting up an automotive
body shop -- location, design, equipment, supplies,
etc. Very well illustrated. 477 pages. Price:
$35.
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Year: 1961 (Item #A1917) -
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TREASURY OF THE AUTOMOBILE, Ralph Stein, 1961:
First edition. In addition to a multitude of makes
-- from street to racing -- the book covers auto
art, contemporary photographs, memorabilia, etc.
An enjoyable history of the automobile by a first
class writer. Recommended reading. Beautifully
illustrated and well written. A bargain! 252 pages.
Price: $25.
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Year: 1976 (Item #A2127) -
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UPPER CRUST: THE ARISTOCRATS OF AUTOMOBILES,
John Bolster, 1976: First edition. A study of
the most expensive, elegant and highest quality
cars built between 1890 and 1939 -- Rolls-Royce,
Bentley, Mercedes, Hispano-Suiza, Packard, Panhard
and other great cars. Includes a special tribute
to the more recent Rolls-Royce Camargue. 200 pages.
Price: $50.
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Year: 1963 (Item #A5542) -
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VETERAN AND EDWARDIAN MOTOR CARS, David Scott-Moncrieff,
1963: Covers most of the well known cars from
the Veteran and Edwardian periods. It begins with
their steam ancestors, covers some "Petrol Pioneers",
gives a "Victorian Prelude", discusses experimental
cars and the years during which the cars were
being refined. Then we take a look at British,
Continental and American cars. Very well illustrated
with photographs and drawings. Sb. 244 pages.
Price: $25.
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Year: 1970 (Item #A1665) -
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VETERAN AND VINTAGE CARS, Peter Roberts, 1970:
If you enjoy pre-1930 sports, racing and other
interesting cars, particularly English and European,
this is the book for you. Packed with photographs
and information. 160 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1966 (Item #A2950) -
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WARD'S QUARTERLY, Vol. 2, No. 1 - THE STORY OF
MOTOR TRANSPORTATION, Robert B. Powers, 1966:
First edition. A selection of interesting articles
on the cars and on other automotive-related topics.
128 pages. Price: $40.
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Year: 1950 (Item #A2765) -
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WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE YOUR CAR, Automobile
Manufacturers Association, 1950: A photographic
tour of auto manufacturing through all stages,
from design through building to completion. Sb.
48 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1945 (Item #A5506) -
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WHEN THE WHEELS REVOLVE, General Motors Corporation,
1945: First edition. A well illustrated history
of the automobile. Copyright 1944. I.D. #50M-1-45.
Sb. 24 pages. Price: $25.
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Year: 1971 (Item #A4269) -
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WORLD CLASSIC CAR FESTIVAL - JAPAN: 1971 - HARRAH'S
AUTOMOBILE COLLECTION, Harrah's Auto Collection,
1971: First edition. Special 10x14 presentation
edition of a Harrah's catalog with was produced
for the festival. Ten beautiful full page framed
photographs show classic cars that were displayed
during the festival - - 1899 DeDion tricycle,
192 Oldsmobile Runabout R, 1903 Packard Touring
F, 1909 Ford Touring T, 1913 Mercer Raceabout
Series J Type 35, 1929 Mercedes-Benz Drop-Head
Coupe SSK, 1931 Bugatti Coupe DeVille Type 41
Royale, 1933 Cadillac All Weather Phaeton 452C,
1933 Duesenberg Speedster SJ and 1938 Rolls-Royce
Sedanca DeVille Phantom III. Includes thirty additional
miniature photographs of cars at event and eleven
views of the restoration shop. Sb with dj. In
English and Japanese. Comes with deluxe mailing
envelope. 24 pages. Price: $45.
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Year: 1973 (Item #A2113) -
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WORLD OF THE AUTOMOBILE, Ralph Stein, 1973:
First edition. More than a picture book of antique,
classic and sports cars. This book is well written
and entertaining. Concentrates on the pre-WWII
models. Extremely well illustrated with color
photography, art, memorabilia and drawings. 252
pages. Price: $35.
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Year: 1955 (Item #A1574) -
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WORLD'S FASTEST CARS, Fred Horsley, 1955:
First edition. Trend Book No. 120. The exciting
background of auto speed records -- brave men,
fast cars. Sb. 128 pages. Price: $20.
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Year: 1989 (Item #A4998) -
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WORLD'S FASTEST CARS, Alex Gabbard and Graham
Robson, 1989: Based on size, weight and photographic
quality, this book is an outstanding bargain!
Add to that the magnificent selection of super
performance cars and this book is hard to beat.
The top performers for Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz,
Ford, Bentley, Jaguar, Chevrolet, etc. -- 41 in
all. 256 pages. Price: $45.
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Year: 1985 (Item #A5566) -
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YEAGER: AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY, General Chuck Yeager
and Leo Janos, 1985: First edition. In 1947 Yeager
captured world-wide recognition as the first test
pilot to smash the sound barrier -- flying the
supersecret Bell X-1 despite cracked ribs from
a riding accident a few days before. This was
truly the Golden Age of aviation, the exciting
leap into the supersonic era, and Chuck Yeager
was there every step of the way. Through him we
can relive those daredevil days when pilots either
set records -- or drilled a hole in the desert!
342 pages. Price: $10.
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