New book releases for May 2021. Jalopy Magazine selects the latest available books that we want to read.
Henry Ford - Auto Tycoon: Insight and Analysis into the Man Behind the American Auto Industry: 4 (Business Biographies and Memoirs – Titans of Industry)
Arguably the most influential of all car makers. Took something that was complex for the time and simplified it to the point where many Americans could afford them. Changed the face of motoring straight away.
It gets some mixed reviews, but does contain a series of facts from his personal life and business. If you ever wondered what the person behind this automotive revolution is like then this could be a good place to start. It’s not a long book so it might seem expensive. Of course Amazon’s Kindle version is much less.
Paperback : 152mm x 229mm , 157 pages
ISBN-10: 1950010333
ISBN-13:978-1950010332
Ford Mustang: Trivia & Fun Facts Every Fan Should Know About The Great American Icon!
One of the most popular American cars of all time. Ford produced a myriad of Mustangs over the years. Different body styles and multple engine options. So if you want to know more then this could be the book for you. There are too many special projects to list in any one book but you could impress people with your random knowledge on the subject.
Paperback: 216mm x 140mm, 128 Pages
ISBN-10 : 1955149003
ISBN-13 : 978-1955149006
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Morgan 4/4 – All models 1968-2020 The Essential Buyer’s Guide
If you’ve ever wanted to buy a Morgan but don’t want to buy a bad example then this is the book for you. The 4/4 is probably the best way into Morgan ownership as it’s one of the cheapest but not without it’s pitfalls.
Buying an old car made new isn’t the same as getting your daily driver. Ash frames haven’t been a feature of car construction for many years, unless you’re Morgan.
Author Phil Benfield works for the oldest Morgan main dealer, Allon White Sports Cars. Starting as a technician, he then progressed to running the workshop and used car sales, and accident and restoration estimates. So is well qualified and highly knowledgable.
Packed with good advice – from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, and the Morgan community, to whether this classic car will suit you and your lifestyle – this is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying a Morgan 4/4.
Available from both Amazon and the publisher Veloce for around £14.
Paperback: 197mm x 429mm, 96 Pages
ISBN: 9781787117266
Greatest American Muscle Car Coloring Book - Modern Edition: Muscle cars coloring book for adults and kids - hours of coloring fun!
If you can’t afford an American car or don’t have the space for one you could colour them in. There’s no shortage of these kind of books, but I might have a go at this one.
Paperback : 21.6mm x 280mm, 80 pages
ISBN-10 : 1661886019
ISBN-13 : 978-1661886011
Boeing 747: 50 Years Of An Aviation Icon
Ok, it’s not a car or motorcycle but bear with me, it is a classic. The amount of places one of these has taken me to see classic cars or events is not insignificant. The thing that many people don’t often give a second thought to.
At over 50 years old the 747 is a classic of the skies and I will miss them when they are no longer used. Happily there are a few of them still around and not that old and you could fly on a 747-8 for many years to come. Hopefully.
Did you know that the 747-8 is the longest commercial aircraft? Some 3.6 meters longer than an A380.
This has to be worth the price Amazon is asking for it. Order now for the 28 May 2021 release date.
Hardcover : 190mm x 250mmm, 144 pages.
ISBN-10: 1911658522
ISBN-13: 978-1911658528
