Porsche: Germany's Wonder Car (Cool Classics) Review
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Discusses one of the fastest and most exciting cars of all time and how it came to be built by the man who also created the Volkswagen.
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Porsche 924: Gold Portfolio 1975-1988
Porsche 924: Gold Portfolio 1975-1988 Review
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From the 924's release in 1975 Porsche began a long development program of the model. In 1978 the Turbo edition was added to the range although this was withdrawn from production in 1982. In 1985 the 924 was replaced by the 924S using a de-tuned 2.5-litre 944 engine. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, new model introductions, technical and specification data, development, racing, buying second hand, long-term tests. Models covered include:- Carrera GT, Le Mans, Lux, 5-speed, 924S, Supercharged, Automatic, Turbo.
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Friday, January 28, 2011
Porsche And Me: Hans Mezger with Peter Morgan
Porsche And Me: Hans Mezger with Peter Morgan Review
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The autobiography of Porsche’s most talented engineer. Hans Mezger joined Porsche in 1956 and within a few years was responsible for the design of both the early 1960s F1 engine and subsequently led the design of the six cylinder 911 engine. In 1965 he became head of the new race design office under the charismatic Ferdinand Piëch. Mezger led the development of all the iconic race prototypes of the 1960s, climaxing in the unforgettable 917 program. He was a principal contributor to all sixteen of Porsche’s victories in the famed Le Mans 24 Hours. When the McLaren-TAG F1 team came to Porsche for a turbo engine in the 1980s, he led the design and development that resulted in three consecutive F1 constructors’ titles. This personal account of a dedicated and loyal Porsche engineer will touch every enthusiast's heart and underline why the name of Porsche is so respected todaytobiography of Porsche’s most talented engineer. Hans Mezger joined Porsche in 1956 and within a few years was responsible for the design of both the early 1960s F1 engine and subsequently led the design of the six cylinder 911 engine. In 1965 he became head of the new race design office under the charismatic Ferdinand Piëch. Mezger led the development of all the iconic race prototypes of the 1960s, climaxing in the unforgettable 917 program. He was a principal contributor to all sixteen of Porsche’s victories in the famed Le Mans 24 Hours. When the McLaren-TAG F1 team came to Porsche for a turbo engine in the 1980s, he led the design and development that resulted in three consecutive F1 constructors’ titles. This rickly personal account of a dedicated and loyal Porsche engineer will touch every enthusiast's heart and underline why the name of Porsche is so respected today.
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Thursday, January 27, 2011
Ferdinand Anton Ernst Porsche: An entry from Gale's <i>Science and Its Times</i>
Ferdinand Anton Ernst Porsche: An entry from Gale's <i>Science and Its Times</i> Review
Ferdinand Anton Ernst Porsche: An entry from Gale's <i>Science and Its Times</i> Feature
This digital document is an article from Science and Its Times, brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses. The length of the article is 434 words. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser. The histories of science, technology, and mathematics merge with the study of humanities and social science in this interdisciplinary reference work. Essays on people, theories, discoveries, and concepts are combined with overviews, bibliographies of primary documents, and chronological elements to offer students a fascinating way to understand the impact of science on the course of human history and how science affects everyday life. Entries represent people and developments throughout the world, from about 2000 B.C. through the end of the twentieth century.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Original Porsche 911: The Guide to All Production Models, 1963-98 (Original Series)
Original Porsche 911: The Guide to All Production Models, 1963-98 (Original Series) Review
Original Porsche 911: The Guide to All Production Models, 1963-98 (Original Series) Feature
The essential companion to this immortal sports car! All models are fully described and illustrated providing a definitive production history plus an accurate guide to original specs and equipment. The author fully details production changes, chassis and engine number sequences, body colors, interior trim, options lists and more. Rev. & updated ed.
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Porsche Prototype Era: 1964-1973 in Photographs
Porsche Prototype Era: 1964-1973 in Photographs Review
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Porsche Prototype Era: 1964-1973 in Photographs recounts an epic period in the history of Porsche motorsports. During this time the German manufacturer transformed itself from being a small-bore GT class leader into becoming the dominant player on the world stage of prototype and sports car competition. Beginning with the first of the modern midengine Porsches, the 904, and carrying on through the awesome 917 endurance coupes and the thrilling 1,500-horsepower turbocharged 917 Can-Am spyders, this beautiful photographic history brings back these trendsetting sports prototypes in all their glory, as well as highlighting the drivers who raced them and the classic circuits that were host to their legendary competitions. During this period Porsche waged fierce battles against archrival Ferrari, which dominated nearly all aspects of the sports car and prototype scene during the majority of the 1960s and into the early ’70s until dethroned by Zuffenhausen’s 908s and 917s. Porsche’s success was bolstered by the efforts of liaisons with such key semiprivate teams as Martini and Porsche Salzburg, as well as its official representatives, John Wyer and Roger Penske. Equally, the drivers who raced Porsches for either the factory or its anointed clients read like a who’s who of motorsports. Among these elite were the likes of Jo Siffert, Pedro Rodriguez, Vic Elford, Brian Redman, Mark Donohue, George Follmer, Jackie Oliver, Peter Gregg, Hurley Haywood, Helmut Marko, Gijs van Lennep, Gerhard Mitter, Herbert Muller, David Piper, Rolf Stommelen, Leo Kinnunen, Gerard Larrousse, Dick Attwood, Hans Herrmann, Derek Bell, Tony Dean, Joe Buzzetta, Udo Shutz, and Willy Kauhsen. The races themselves were fought! over the challenging ultra-high-speed circuits of Le Mans, Daytona, Monza, and Spa as well as on the punishing Sebring and Targa Florio courses, where survival, much less winning, was a triumph. This phenomenal display of driving talent coincided with an exciting revolution in technology, as ever-increasing tire widths and improved aerodynamics brought about huge increases in speed, performance, and handling, the likes of which had not been seen before in the history of racing. At this time sports car racing was hugely popular and on par with Formula 1. From the sheer size of the crowds shown here, it is easy to see how important winning the World Championship was to manufacturers. Replete with fascinating detail, Porsche Prototype Era captures the most compelling images of the men and machines of this ten-year period in one volume, including insights on drivers, technical developments, and race details.
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Sunday, January 23, 2011
Porsche 911 : Guide to Purchase and DIY Restoration (Foulis Motoring Book)
Porsche 911 : Guide to Purchase and DIY Restoration (Foulis Motoring Book) Review
Porsche 911 : Guide to Purchase and DIY Restoration (Foulis Motoring Book) Feature
Porsche experts fill you in on all the things you should know before buying or restoring a Porsche 911. Coverage includes: how to renovate chassis and bodywork; how to give new life to mechanical and electrical components; what to look for when buying a Porsche and the pitfalls to avoid; and what modifications are possible. Detailed appendix comprehensively lists changes in production detail over the years.
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Saturday, January 22, 2011
Porsche 911 (996): Carrera, Carrera 4 and Turbocharged Models 1997 to 2005 (The Essential Buyer's Guide)
Porsche 911 (996): Carrera, Carrera 4 and Turbocharged Models 1997 to 2005 (The Essential Buyer's Guide) Review
Porsche 911 (996): Carrera, Carrera 4 and Turbocharged Models 1997 to 2005 (The Essential Buyer's Guide) Feature
Don’t buy a Porsche 996 without buying this book first! Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Adrian Streather’s years of Porsche ownership. Learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!
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Thursday, January 20, 2011
Porsche 911 (Sutton's Photographic History of Transport)
Porsche 911 (Sutton's Photographic History of Transport) Review
Porsche 911 (Sutton's Photographic History of Transport) Feature
The Porsche 911 is, arguably, the most successful sportscar of all time. Launched in 1963 and still in production over 35 years later, this simple, effective design has outlasted its contemporaries and defied its critics. Despite continuous development, it retains its distinctive character and is still one of the best known and most desirable vehicles on the road. Meredith's enthusiastic and expert account of this machine uses 220 archive photographs to show the car's history and explain how it has gained its reputation. He recalls the Porsche 356, the 911's remarkable precursor, and he describes the conception of the new car in the early 1960s and the design and engineering philosophy of Butzi Porsche, whose brainchild it was. Since the 911's conception, it has been subjected to intense development, which has enhanced its refinement and performance, improved the handling and level of equipment, and incorporated the latest technological innovations. Nevertheless, the soundness and elegance of the original design are undeminished. As the author demonstrates, the 911 on the road or on the racetrack, in standard form or as a turbocharged racer, is such an exciting, efficient machine that it has stood the test of time and become an icon of style as well as automobile engineering. Laurence Meredith goes some way towards demystifying the 911's enduring appeal, offering insights for Porsche enthusiasts and for all those keen to understand the famous career of this definitive sportscar.
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Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Porsche Racing Cars: 1953 to 1975
Porsche Racing Cars: 1953 to 1975 Review
Porsche Racing Cars: 1953 to 1975 Feature
Today, one cannot escape the fact that the words "Porsche" and "racing" go hand in hand. This book follows Porsche’s year-by-year progress in top flight racing, and looks in detail at the pure competition cars that brought the German marque such immense success on the tracks and worldwide acclaim. This particular volume starts with the story of the giant killing 550 Spyders of 1953 vintage, and takes the reader through a series of racing models, including the glorious 917, up to 1975 via contemporary photography and words from an acknowledged Porsche authority. The book includes detailed year by year coverage of Porsche’s top class racing exploits in words and 300 excellent photos.
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