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	Porsche 356 by Brian Long The 356 was the first Porsche model and, as such, was truly the birth of a legend. The curvaceous little coupés and spyders were a huge success throughout the world and continued to be so throughout the model's life because of a policy of continuous development. Softback · 250 x 207mm (portrait) · Artpaper throughout · 160 pages · Over 160 colour and black & white photographs Here is the full and fascinating story of the Porsche 356 and the racing and rallying cars which sprang from it. Here, too, is the story of the very beginnings of what, today, is one of the greatest sports car marques and an icon of automotive excellence. Price: £14.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


Porsche 356, Guide to do It yourself restoration. Porsche 356, Guide to Do-it-Yourself Restoration has something for all 356 enthusiasts. Author Jim Kellogg covers everything an individual do-it-yourselfer needs to know to transform a rusty project car to a restored classic. The text is primarily focused for the prospective restorer unfamiliar with the nuances of the 356 Porsche and is presented in an easy-going, uncomplicated style with numerous photos. Advanced subject areas, such as major body repairs and adding a sunroof, will prove informative to those who have been around the block a couple times, as well. Topics covered include disassembly, paint & rust removal, structural & body repair, paint preparation, reassembly and final detailing. Information is also provided about locating a project car, long lead time items, reproduction vs. original parts, painter selection and project budgeting. There is even a section about swap meet etiquette! Capping it off are the most up to date chassis number listings and color charts. Even if you do not plan to take on your own car¹s restoration, this book will help you understand the process and pitfalls, and is told by someone who has restored or repaired over eighty 356s in the past thirteen years. His insights and advice will assist in assessing the wisdom of embarking on the process or just knowing what to expect from the shop restoring your car. Softbound, 112 pages, 208 photos, 7 illustrations Price: £13.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


	356 Porsche Technical and Restoration Guide by the editors and contributors of the 356 Registry This is a "how-to" book is compiled from technically oriented articles originally published in the first twenty years of the 356 Registry magazine. Just about all aspects of 356 Porsche ownership, restoration and mechanical repair are covered by real world people who actually got their hands dirty finding out the hard way! Topics range from carburetor and gearbox rebuilding to rust repair, detailing and proper storage. A detailed table of contents makes this reference a pleasure to use. The text was reviewed by a panel of Registry experts to assure that the information was accurate and up to date. In most cases the illustrations that accompanied the original text have been included or improved versions substituted. Softbound, 416 pages, 131 illustrations Dimensions: 6" x 9" Price: £14.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


Porsche 356 Carrera, The Four-Cam Production Cars by Cole Scrogham Included in Porsche 356 Carrera, The Four-Cam Production Cars is the history of the elaborate flat-four cylinder shaft-driven dual overhead cam engine designed by Dr. Ernst Fuhrmann for the 550 Spyder first run in competition in May of 1953. Later that year in the grueling Carrera Panamericana road race in Mexico the first Spyder, 550-01 took a class win. A confusing twelve years followed in which the four-cam engine was developed and installed in every conceivable racing car Porsche built, even finding its way to Formula 1. It took the legendary 911 engine to finally end its reign in 1964. The first four-cam powered production car was a 356 coupe completed in July of 1955. It spawned a bewildering variety of production-based brethren, steeped in mystery by their exclusivity. The name Carrera was given to these cars in honor of the Mexican race victory in 1953. Carreras had high sticker prices coupled with a reputation for complicated, expensive repairs and maintenance. Were they racing cars, street racers or were they top of the line autobahn luxury cruisers? Of course, they were all three, but not at the same time… Cole Scrogham traces the four-cam production car lineage from the first coupe to the last Carrera 2. Included also are the unusual GT versions of 356A, 356B and 356C cars with standard pushrod engines. Factory photos and charts accompany contemporary photography to tell the definitive story the enigmatic Porsche 356 Carrera. The author, Cole Scrogham is a well known restorer of Porsche production and racing cars. Cole has also competed in vintage racing, and now heads up G & W Motorsports based at Virginia International Raceway. Hardbound, 112 pages, 130 photos (33 color), 28 illustrations Dimensions: 11.5" x 8.75" Price: £14.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


	Porsche Speedster 1947 to 1994, The Evolution of Porsche's Light-Weight Sports Car by Dr. Michel Thiriar From the very beginning, the spirit of Porsche has been best exemplified by the light-weight roadster. From the mid-engined prototype to the aluminum-bodied coachbuilt America Roadster and finally, the production-based 356 Speedster, these were cars designed for competition, not comfort. As the concept evolved to the 911 in the 1980s and 90s, much of the Spartan nature of the early cars was lost, but the Speedster mystique was still present with diminutive windshield and "emergency top." Author, Dr. Michel Thiriar, who bought his first Speedster new in 1958, takes us through the Porsche story in fascinating detail. While concentrating on the variations of the light roadster theme, he covers other related areas with unique personal observations. From Porsche's vastly successful racing efforts to automobilia, the show scene and scale models, it is all covered in over 220 pages of lavishly illustrated text. Originally published in Europe, this English-language version was carefully edited by a dedicated group of Porsche experts. This large format work will be an invaluable reference and a must for any true Porsche person! Hardbound, 224 pages, 560 photos (402 color), 69 illustrations Dimensions: 10" x 13.5" Price: £29.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


Porsche 356, Driving in its Purest Form by Dirk-Michael Conradt While there are a number of books that have been written about the first cars that bore the Porsche name, none can compare with this one. With access to the Porsche archives at both Zuffenhausen and Weissach, Conradt uses extensive amounts of Porsche's own documentation to tell the story of how the 356 Porsche came to be, starting in Gmünd Austria in 1943. An extraordinary collection of internal memos, meeting minutes and factory documents are presented word for word in a manner that makes you feel that you were there. Start up problems and vehicle flaws are mercilessly exposed, as are solutions put forward by engineers and marketing staff. Oddities, such as linear speedometer dashboard studies of 1953, four seat 356s, automatic transmissions and the T 4 concept car with quad-headlights are all discussed in detail. Period photos are not only from Porsche, but also the archives of Julius Weitmann, the man who did Porsche's advertising photography during the glory days of the 356. Most of these never-before-seen photographs reflect not only the spirit of the times, but also serve as a valuable reference on 356 Porsche originality. Without question this is the best book about 356 Porsches ever written! At the time of publication the author, Dirk-Michael Conradt was the editor-in-chief of the German magazine Motor Klassik and a 356 enthusiast and owner. In the book he even road tests his own car. Hardbound, 264 pages, 264 photos (49 color), 74 illustrations Dimensions: 9.5" x 10.75" Price: £34.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


	The 356 Porsche, A Restorer's Guide to Authenticity 3rd ed. This is not a factory history or "how-to" book but, rather a detailed look at the changes as they occurred in the areas of body, chassis, trim and interior on these highly desirable Porsches. It is a collection of facts and figures accumulated with the help of the 356 Registry membership, that allows a potential buyer, concours entrant or enthusiast of the marque to determine the authenticity of any 356 Porsche. Virtually every component is clearly described and photographed. Years of additional research and over 400 new photos and illustrations make the previous editions obsolete. Also included is the most accurate chassis number list around, color listings and spotter's guide. Organized in a logical front to back, system by system style, with detailed index The 356 Porsche, A Restorer's Guide to Authenticity, Rev. III is a pleasure to read and to use. Softbound, 160 pages, 513 photographs, 114 illustrations Dimensions: 8.5" x 11" Price: £14.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.


James Dean, The Untold Story of a Passion For Speed by Philippe Defechereux & Jean Graton We are pleased to announce that James Dean, The Untold Story of a Passion For Speed is now available in English. This European-style publication incorporates the graphic novel format of well-known Belgian illustrator, Jean Graton with historical accounts of the young movie star who possessed an overwhelming enthusiasm for fast cars. This high quality large format publication has 26 pages of full color illustrations and 47 rare historical photos, even including 8mm home movie frames showing Dean racing his 356 Porsche Speedster at Palm Springs in 1955! Research and attention to detail by author, Philippe Defechereux is superb. The story is told of a young man growing up in a midwestern small town. By the age of fifteen he had two passions, acting and driving fast. His first adventures on two wheels and later ones on four earned him the nickname "One Speed Dean." He abandoned his automotive love briefly while learning his trade, but once in Hollywood, working on contract for Warner Brothers, he rekindled it; first with motorcycles, then an MG TD and finally a 356 Porsche Speedster. Honing his driving skills in the hills and canyons around his new California home, Jimmy soon catches the sports car racing fever and between filming he finds time to enter and compete. Graton's illustrations take you to these places not captured on film. On the way to his fourth race in his newly acquired Porsche 550 Spyder, accompanied by mechanic Rolf Wütherich, the inevitable occurred. The events of the day are captured by Defechereux and Graton. The depiction of a man very much in control, with a true racer's instinct sheds new light on the tragic accident scene. For anyone wanting to know what actually happened, James Dean, The Untold Story of a Passion For Speed is required reading. NOTE: Out of print, limited number remain. New, but all have some scuffing on covers and minor creases. Photo is indicative of typical condition. Softbound, 52 pages, 47 photos (10 color), 26 pages full color illustrations Dimensions: 8.5" x 11" Price: £24.99 Currency Conversion into: Euros \| US Dollars \| Other Approx.

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