The Encyclopedia of Classic Cars lists over 1000 of the world's most coveted cars, clearly ordered by manufacturer for easy reference. Detailed text is included on development and technical features as well as specification tables, listing every fact and figure imaginable. With over 1300 color and black-and-white photographs and illustrations, this is the ideal reference work for car enthusiasts and casual readers alike.

This comprehensive visual directory shows some of the most significant and beautiful cars of the 20th century. Comprehensive historical, technical and performance data combine to make this a thorough and fascinating guide.

The motor car has had a firm grip on our col lective imagination since the first prototypes were designed over 100 years ago. Highlighting the years 1945-1975, this book covers the history & development of the car, as well as its place in popular culture. '

Celebrate the luxurious era of transcontinental motoring with the exciting new book, The Encyclopedia of Classic Cars! Classic car enthusiasts will rejoice with this comprehensive encyclopedia featuring renowned vintage automobiles such as the Bentley, the Ford Model A, the DeSoto, the Bugatti Royale, and many more. Vivid photographs with captions, in addition to lively text, provide a thorough look at the history of each car's design and development. Car buffs will enjoy learning about each vehicle's comprehensive specifications detailing engine size, power output, top speed, and production total. Numerous classic automobiles from around the world are featured here, including the Lancia Lambda from Italy, the BMW Dixi from Germany, the Bugatti Royale from France, the Minerva AK from Belgium, and the Rover Six from the United Kingdom. Written for both the classic car enthusiast and the general reader, The Encyclopedia of Classic Cars presents an accessible and fascinating look into this group of exclusive automobiles.

This comprehensive visual reference shows every important marque from A to Z.

-- The ultimate book for all classic car enthusiasts, featuring superb examples from all over the world -- A marque-by-marque guide to the most important and significant models made between 1945 and 1975, with illustrations of every car augmented by authoritative and comprehensive text -- Contains contemporary illustrations of classic cars and their owners, and shows the models in their social and historical context -- An international celebration of the classic car, from the charismatic Morris Minor to the stunning Ferrari Daytona -- Includes over 700 full colour photographs throughout

The complete encyclopedia of classic sports cars with informative text and over 750 color photographs.

History of the classic car: Classic era - Growth of an industry _ Building the pedigree- Classic culture - A-Z guide to classic and dream cars: A-Z of classic cars from 1945-1975 - A-Z of classic cars from 1976 to 2000 - A-Z of dream cars.