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The story of the last of the Silver Arrows which was designed between 1953-54 for the new Formula 1 with a capacity limit of 2.5 litre un-super-charged engines. buff.ly/RnXQzyt

Limited edition 1450/500. A history of motor car racing at Oulton Park, “the driver’s circuit” since 1953. Well illustrated with b&w and colour photos, a painting of Oulton Hall before the racetrack, and 4 diagrams showing development of circuit. buff.ly/epzIHdz

This well illustrated book tells the story of how Derek Bennett rose to become one of the world’s leading builders of racing cars. Excellent example. buff.ly/MX5YtVj

Rudolf Caracciola, was high among the best known names in motor racing through the 1920s-30s, beginning his career with Mercedes in 1923 and ending with the same team in 1939. buff.ly/hWGRVep

Scarce first edition, examining the history with details and extensive photos on all key models. Bugatti beginnings, tech data of type 10 to 101C, production of types 8 to 101, Bugatti’s presence in racing, design drawings and a myriad of pictures. buff.ly/Ube3BoH

Account of marathon journey in Vintage Austin 7 from Buenos Aires to New York and adventures and highs and lows that went with it. Coleman car in ditch abandoned to the elements, brought the bits and rebuilt this 1925 Model into the Hero. Fascinating. buff.ly/DRK02DB

The book on Sunbeam, Talbot and Darracq early cars. First edition. 79 B&W photos on 32 pages, plus competition results and production car data. Scarce book. buff.ly/0jYxeNX

Kling joined Mercedes in 1936 but found his career interrupted by WW2. In 1954, he was the first German driver to achieve a Formula 1 podium finish but with the arrival of Stirling Moss into the team, Kling moved across to team management. buff.ly/UZxiAJu

Through the focus of HWM, this book paints an evocative picture of a period of motor racing that marked the beginnings of Britain’s prowess in the sport. Two volume hardback set in branded slipcase. buff.ly/srZDpRA

Gerard was a British racer, coming from a mechanical background, as family business was in motor trade. Bought his first racing car at end of WW2, and used his engineering skills to bring new life to the car. He competed in eight F1 races. Scarce book. buff.ly/GgL1FRw

Driving around Brooklands that persuaded him to give up his career with Leyland to become a fulltime racing driver. He achieved some success, winning 38 races in 5 seasons and setting many records, including World’s Ten Mile record/Montlhery Lap Record. buff.ly/iCOq5ep

Bradley has been closely identified with racinng ever since 1903, although in this Motor Racing Memories he confines his reminiscences to the years 1903-21. During these years he followed the Gordon Bennett Cup, French Grands Prix, and went to America. buff.ly/YvRMLrS

The completely revised edition of this iconic book, which was published in 1979. A comprehensive history of Brooklands covering the period from 1906 to 1940 when the track was at its most active use. The book is illustrated with 293 illustrations. buff.ly/8o1TPct

Articles and photos of variety of topics: specific cars, especially European models, Grand Prix races with results, drivers, manufacturers, speed records, articles, e.g. “Development history of the Maserati 450s. One of many years available on the site. buff.ly/9xk9eu7

The story of the great road races; both the classics, like the Mille Miglia and the Targa Florio, and the less well known but equally fascinating races such as the Coppa Dolomiti and the Giro dell’ Umbria along with the drivers. buff.ly/vQ03OEX

The book, which is sub-titled” My Days With a British Sports and Grand Prix Racing Car Maker”, is the autobiography of Johnny Johnson, the Chief Draughtsman of Connaught Cars from 1950 until its closure in 1955. buff.ly/zNsvRX1

The story of W.O. before arriving at Bentley. Like all fine car manufacturers, you have to be interested in cars before you start making them. After learning his Trade with Unic Taxi Cabs W.O. joined the London Agency of French marque DFP. buff.ly/zRSaHed

The 1957 Pescara Grand Prix marked the end of an era in motor racing. 16 drivers raced over public roads on Adriatic coast in a 3-hour race of frightening speed and constant danger. Stirling Moss won the race, beating the great Juan Manuel Fangio. buff.ly/FTe0oqe

Automotive history of Ferrari 250 GTO, written by GTO owner. Covers: design; engineering; development; testing; race data; competition history; driver memories; and individual car histories. Contributions from Ferrari’s chief engineer and designer. buff.ly/bvNfoWf

Provides an overview of sports car racing of the day, with some nice period photos of fifties racing from renowned photographer Klemantaski. First edition hardback in very good condition. buff.ly/NbtIJxN