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Jaguar XK8 and XKR

Subtitled: Plus XK180 and F-type Concept. Powered by a silky smooth 4-litre V8 engine, the XK8 and XKR have set new standards in performance, refinement and comfort. This colorful guide examines XK heritage through to the famous E-type and then traces Jaguar’s return, after a foray into the GT market with the XJS, to the […]

LAND ROVER - RESTORATION PORTFOLIO

Brooklands does it again with step-by-step reports on restoring a SWB Land-Rover, plus _how to_ information on dropping in a V8 or a 300 Tdi engine, overhauling brakes, axles, heater, propshaft and gearbox. Includes coverage of towing, tracking, cylinder head conversion, plus advice on electrical and transfer box troubleshooting. Includes a comprehensive guide on how […]

Cosworth: The Search for Power -5th Edition

Cosworth Racing goes from strength to strength in the new century. Now controlled by Ford, it continues to build the finest racing engines in the world. Cosworth engines are being used by three Formula 1 teams - Jaguar, Jordan and Minardi - in 2003. The latest turbocharged V8 is used by every runner in the […]

Tuning Rover V-8 Engines : How to Get Best Performance for Road and Competition Use

Subtitled: How to Get Best Performance For Road and Competition Use. Detailed information on tuning and building your Rover V8 engine. Tips and secrets used by professionals include every aspect of assembly from selecting components to increasing engine capacity. Covers road cars, off-road vehicles, circuit racing and rallying. Hdbd., 8 1/4x 11, 190 pgs., 214 […]

How to Power Tune Rover V8 Engines for Road and Track

Learn how to get the most out of your Rover engine. This guide covers all Rover V8 engines from the introduction of the 3.5-liter engine in 1967 to the 3.9-liter engine of 1989 through the current 4.0- and 4.6-liter X-bolt block engines introduced in 1994. The information is applicable to both road-going and racing engines, […]

Range Rover: The Second Generation

James Taylor. The original Range Rover, launched in 1970 caused a sensation and, gradually, created an entirely new category of motor vehicle - the capable 4×4 off-roader. But by the early 1990s the original Range Rover was showing its age and designers and engineers began work on its replacement. This new Range Rover, launched […]

BRM: The Saga of British Racing Motors: Volume 2 -Spaceframe Cars 1959-1965

Continues to reveal the tortured history of Britain’s most emotionally charged and passionately operated Formula 1 racing team.Doug Nye is the world’s most respected author and researcher on the historic racing scene and Tony Rudd’s distinguished motor industry career included many years as BRM designer and chief engineer. Little wonder, then, that their first volume […]

Lincoln Cars : Lincoln Continental 1969-76

The restyled 1961 Continental was a massive success and remained so until a new range was introduced in 1969. Now designated the Mk III, this car had a new design engine, a V8 460cu in to meet the exhaust emission control standards. The car was set head to head with the Cadillac Eldorado in the […]

Cadillac Eldorado 1967-78 Performance Portfolio

Reprinted articles from major automotive magazines deal specifically with your favorite Eldorado models. Filled with road tests, specs, driving impressions, articles on model introductions, used car features, history, and tuning on the V8 engine, 429, 472, 500, Fleetwood, Coupe and convertible. Sftbd., 8′ x 10 3/4′, 140 pgs., 180 b&w ill.Book Detail

Jensen Interceptor: The Complete Story

The Interceptor was launched by specialist British car producer Jensen in 1965. It was intended to be a rival to grand tourers from the likes of Aston Martin and Jaguar, and with its good looks and powerful Chrysler V8 engine it acquitted itself well. But changing fortunes at Jensen and the Oil Crisis of the […]