Original Rolls-Royce & Bentley 1946-65: The Restorer's Guide to the 'standard' saloons and mainstream coachbuilt derivatives (Original Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.46 (624 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1906133069 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-28 |
| Language | : | English |
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James Taylor has now written well over 100 books in all, and among them have been several definitive one-make or one-model titles, including a number for Crowood. He has also written for enthusiast magazines in several countries, has translated books from foreign languages, and delivers effective writing training in both the public and private sectors.
The aim of this book is to reveal, in words and color photographs, how the various models altered through the course of production. Original Rolls-Royce & Bentley 1946-65 is the essential companion to these cars. The Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn version followed in 1949, this and its Bentley sister both receiving 'big boot' bodies in 1952. By their side, coachbuilt S-series Continentals continued. Meanwhile the 120mph Continental appeared. The Mark VI Bentley was the first model to be built entirely by Rolls-Royce, using a body supplied by Pressed Steel, although coachbuilt cars were still available. Drawing on factory records, parts lists, catalogs and other data, the author has provided a meticulous survey of the standard steel cars built at Crewe. Over 250 specially commissioned color photographs, showing the detail changes to these cars, accompany the authoritative text.. The two decades between 1945 and 1965 saw some remarkable motor cars emerge from the new Rolls-Royce factory at Crewe. The entirely new Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud and Bentley S-se
Bentley Maven said Excellent book on details not seen elsewhere. I'm in the process of restoring a 19Excellent book on details not seen elsewhere Bentley Maven I'm in the process of restoring a 1947 Bentley Mark VI and this book has been very helpful in details about the car that I have not seen elsewhere. The pictures are outstanding quality, and although it is not intended to be an A to Z restoration book, it is very informative historically.. 7 Bentley Mark VI and this book has been very helpful in details about the car that I have not seen elsewhere. The pictures are outstanding quality, and although it is not intended to be an A to Z restoration book, it is very informative historically.. This book is good, but because it covers a wide range Bryce This book is good, but because it covers a wide range, the detail of each model is less than in some of the 'original' series.. Great book in great condition and shipped fast Got the book promptly and in great condition. Great transaction. Also a lot cheaper than on ebay!
About the AuthorJames Taylor has now written well over 100 books in all, and among them have been several definitive one-make or one-model titles, including a number for Crowood. He has also written for enthusiast magazines in several countries, has translated books from foreign languages, and delivers effective writing training in both the public and private sectors.