Legendary American Cars
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| Rating | : | 4.42 (593 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 885440246X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-12 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
L. Demenkova said Best car book. This is by far the best car book I have ever seen. It has original unique content which you probably wont find anywhere else unlike other books which use pictures that can be easily found on internet because they are typical media release images. The photographs are simply stunning to the last detail. All the cars have been so insanely polished and waxed that it brings you pleasure to look at each and single one of them for m
De Lorenzo is a founding member of the North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards. . He has written two books, Volkswagen New Beetle and Chrysler Concept Cars: The Designs that Saved the Company, and has co-authored two additional books. Matt de Lorenzo is Detroit editor for Road &Track Magazine, previously working as editor of AutoWeek
De Lorenzo is a founding member of the North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards. He has written two books, Volkswagen New Beetle and Chrysler Concept Cars: The Designs that Saved the Company, and has co-authored two additional books. About the AuthorMatt de Lorenzo is Detroit editor for Road &Track Magazine, previously working as editor of AutoWeek.
Readers experience the excitement generated by the elegant cars of Packard’s golden era in the 1930s, and admire the outrageous fins, gleaming chrome, and dazzling two-toned paint jobs of the cars of the 50s. Prince sang about the iconic “Little Red Corvette” and the Beach Boys paid tribute to the “Little Deuce Coupe.” The controversial horseless carriage became a sign of affluence in its earliest days, and the car continues to be an image-maker to this day. Ford Mustangs and Corvettes also make an appearance, as do such undeniably American classics as Pontiacs, Chryslers, Cadillacs, and many more.. Featuring classic cars, sports cars, and luxury automobiles, this handsome book brings together pictures and descriptions of the most impressive blends of technology, art, beauty, and adventure. Stunning color photographs and a lively narrative by one of today’s foremost automotive writers tell the story of America’s ongoing love affair with cars. Since the first models rolled off the assembly line, the American automobile has been a status symbol and symbol of the enduring strength of this country. From the groundbreaking Model A Ford to the state-of-the-art models of today, cars from every era are showcased in hundreds of glorious full-color photographs that demonstrate the designs that made these cars true icons