Fords of the Sixties
Continuing his classic series on Ford Motor Company Michael Parris gives us the inside stories of Ford during the total performance sixties. This decade brought us the Falcon, the Mustang, Shelby Cobras and motorsports wins from Indy and NASCAR to Trans Am and LeMans. Nothing was beyond the grasp of Henry Ford II and his […]
The Great Classic Muscle Cars Compared
This Muscle Portfolio collects expert views on how the powerful American muscle cars produced between 1966 and ‘70 performed against each other. Chevy’s Chevelle, Impala, Camaro and Corvette go head-to-head against Pontiac’s GTO and Firebird; Dodge’s Charger, Coronet, Super Bee and Dart GTS; Olds 4-4-2 and Cutlass; Ford’s Fairlane, Galaxie, Mustang, Shelby Mustang Cobra and […]
Automotive Atrocities: Cars You Love to Hate
‘The bathtub-like AMC Pacer. The operationally challenged Yugo GV. The supremely unsavory Chrysler TC by Maserati. These wheeled nightmares and many more are gleefully trashed by author Eric Peters. If the eyesores like the decal powered 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra don’t make you howl, well, consider this the used car buying guide of […]
Warbird Legends
The Second World War spurred tense focus among industries of the world’s powers. In the short span of six years, military aircraft developed from open-cockpit biplanes to fighters that soared to 40,000 feet and toyed with the sound barrier. Represented in this spendid volume are images of the war’s 20 greatest aircraft - from the legendary Mustang, Spitfire, Flying Fortress, and Mitsubishi Zero, to lesser-known but equally awe-inspiring warbirds like the Mosquito, Blenheim, and Kingcobra. The award-winning air-to-air photography of John Dibbs captures immaculately restored aircraft and is complemented by a selection of archival, frontline images illustrating the true spirit and humanity of these Flying Legends. John M. Dibbs spent his childhood near old RAF Command Airfields. His natural interest in aviation has led to a diverse portfolio, and this collection represents his favorite images of World War II aircraft. Softbound, 244 pages, 13-1/2′ x 9-1/2′, 85 black & white and 182 color illustrations
MAZDA MIATA MX-5 -TC
American, British and Australian experts compare the Miata and MX-5 R against: Toyota MR2; Lotus Elan and Elise; Mercury Capri XR2; Porsche Boxster, 911 and 944; Honda CRX and Civic Del Sol Si; Nissan NX2000 and 300ZS; MGF and MGB; Mazda RX-7; Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4; Corvette; Alfa Romeo Spider; BMW Z3; Fiat Barchetta; Mustang Cobra, and others. Includes new model reports and updates, performance data and specs, plus advice on buying a used MX-5. Sftbd., 8′x 10 3/4′, 140 pgs., 180 b&w ill.
Hot to Build Max Performance 4.6 Liter Ford Engines
The 4.6-liter Ford has become one of the premiere modern performance engines. In fact, it’s beginning to rival Ford’s own 5.0 liter in terms of popularity, potential, and availability. With Mustang buy-in prices dropping and media and aftermarket support booming, there has never been a better time take your 4.6-liter’s performance to the next level. In How To Build Max-Performance 4.6-Liter Ford Engines, renowned engine builder and tuner Sean Hyland gives you a comprehensive guide to building and modifying Ford’s 2- and 4-valve 4.6/5.4-liter engines. You will learn everything from block selection and crankshaft prep, to cylinder head and intake manifold modifications. He also outlines eight recommended power packages and provides you with a step-by-step buildup of a naturally aspirated, 405-horsepower Cobra engine. This is the definitive guide to getting the most from your 4.6-liter Ford.
Ford Muscle: Street,Stock and Strip
Never before have the big-block Ford classics of the 60s and early 70s been documented with such spectacular photography. High-quality, full-car shots of the Mustang (including Cobra Jet, Boss family, Mach 1, Shelby and more), Falcon, Galaxie, Fairlane (including GT, Cobra, Thunderbolt and Torino), Comet (including GT, Spoiler II, Cyclone and more), and Cougar (including Eliminator, GT-E and XR-7) are featured in this impressive photographic history of Ford’s high-powered classic vehicles. The book features a section on more modern muscle cars, with a focus on performance Mustangs, as well as a chapter with detailed coverage of Ford racing vehicles. In addition to over 200 stunning shots of the cars, interiors, and engines, the book also features promotional materials from the time of the cars’ productions. Readers will also find an epilogue tracing the development of modern Ford muscle, including the latest Mustangs.
