Updated with new format. A handsome photographic survey of Germany's illustrious automotive history. The automobile was invented in Germany and historically, German manufacturers have always played a leading role in car design and construction. Packed with hundreds of superb photographs accompanying an engaging, informative text, this book tells the story of some of the world's most notable cars. Automotive expert Peter Ruch delves into the history of such illustrious German models as the Benz Patent Motorwagen 1 of ...
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Updated with new format. A handsome photographic survey of Germany's illustrious automotive history. The automobile was invented in Germany and historically, German manufacturers have always played a leading role in car design and construction. Packed with hundreds of superb photographs accompanying an engaging, informative text, this book tells the story of some of the world's most notable cars. Automotive expert Peter Ruch delves into the history of such illustrious German models as the Benz Patent Motorwagen 1 of 1886, the pre-war racing cars, the ever-young Porsche 911, the BMW M3-the most successful sports car of all time-and the latest best sellers from Stuttgart, Munich, and Ingolstadt. Pivotal models produced by Ford are included as well, including the Ford Taurus 12 M from 1952, the Ford Fiesta from 1976, and the Ford Modeo from 1993. Auto enthusiasts of all ages will appreciate the fine photography and meticulous reconstruction of Germany's notorious automotive history. ILLUSTRATIONS: 370 colour photographs
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Add this copy of Legendary German Cars to cart. $88.21, like new condition, Sold by Lawrence Jones rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Nobby Beach, QLD, AUSTRALIA, published 2011 by VMB Publishers.
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Fine in Fine jacket. Folio. HEAVY. 299pp, index, bibliography, num bw & col ills (most col, many full/double page). Pictorial boards in jacket. Very slight edge wear to jacket. The most important models in German car manufacturing from the Benz-Patent-Motorwagen 1 of 1886, through the race cars of the pre-war period, the cars of the economic boom, and the ever famous Porsche 911, and the new bestsellers from Stuttgart, Munich and Ingolstadt.
Add this copy of Legendary German Cars to cart. $112.88, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2011 by White Star Editions.
Add this copy of Legendary German Cars (Genius) to cart. $113.35, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by White Star.
