Collector's Originality Guide Porsche 911

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The definitive guide to 100% original and correct Porsche 911 restoration, this book covers every inch of each 911 generation in precise detail.  It includes mechanical details, bodywork, interiors, and more, all illustrated with exquisite color photographs and in-depth text.  The last word on the Porsche 911, this book is the resource that no collector--whether a practical restorer or a die-hard enthusiast--can afford to be without.        

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The Porsche Book 3 Volume Set: The Complete History of Types and Models

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Written by Porsche insider and Le Mans-winner Jurgen Barth with co-author Gustav Busing, "The Porsche Book: The Complete History of Types and Models", is a massive, three-volume set, and is the ultimate technical history of all Porsche cars and designs, from the most famous sports cars to the most obscure prototypes. Originally published in 1977, this is the first English-language edition of "The Porsche Book" in 25 years. Complete descriptions of each model's specifications, from 1948 through the present day are complemented by details of upgrades and major options, and fascinating history on the company itself. This definitive account of Porsche's cars and design projects tells the whole story behind the cars from this legendary marque, and is an essential resource for all Porsche enthusiasts, especially those who are restoring, racing, or collecting vintage Porsches. Each volume is packed with previously unpublished photographs and illustrations, and tables featuring chassis numbers, engine numbers, specifications, and performance figures.

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Porsche Spyders 1956-1964: Type 550A, RSK and 718 (Ludvigsen Library Series)

Porsche Spyders 1956-1964: Type 550A, RSK and 718 (Ludvigsen Library Series) Review

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The great success that Porsche enjoyed with its first 550 Spyders spurred its small but effective racing cadre to a more ambitious design with its 1956 Type 550A. It's stiffer space frame was inside the 550A that Umberto Maglioli drove single-handed to win the 1956 Targa Florio -- Porsches greatest victory yet.

Experiments in 56 with an even smaller racer, the Type 645, ended with a disastrous crash. Not for nothing was it nicknamed "Mickey Mouse". In 1957 Porsche created the immortal RSK, a race and hillclimb winner. The RS60 arrives in 1960 to meet new rules, winning Sebring outright. It evolved into the RS61 and then the Type 718, using the Grand Prix eight-cylinder engine. Races and hillclimbs throughout the world were mastered by these agile silver cars through 1964, depicted in magnificent images from the Ludvigsen Library.

 

 

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Porsche Boxster Story: The Entire Development History

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In Porsche Boxster Story author Paul Frère traces the development history of the Boxster, from the original concept car, unveiled at the 1993 Detroit Motor Show, through the evolution of the first-generation 986-series cars, to the latest 987-series. He provides a technical description of the body structure, engine, transmission and running gear as they evolved over the years, together with a summary of press reaction at each stage of development. Finally, he covers the Cayman S coupé, itself based on the Boxster and filling the gap between the Boxster and the 911 in terms of price and performance.  

 

 

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Porsche: The Legend: 1948 to Today

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"If I build a car that gives me satisfaction, then there must be others with the same sort of dreams who would be prepared to buy such a car."
- Ferry Porsche

Porsche: The Legend is filled from start to finish with striking full -- and double-page color photographs of Porsche models-from the first 356 Roadster to the latest Cayenne S UV.

The book is organized chronologically by model and includes the famous 911, 964, 993, 996 and 997.

All the most significant variations are here, among them the Carrera, Cabriolet, Targa, Passo, RS, Turbo, Roadster, Boxster, Speedster, Extreme Sport, GT3 and GT3 RS, 2.5 and the more recent Cayman. Rare and collectible models such as the 550 Spyder, the Carrera GT and the 959 are also featured.

Introductory sections tell the history and development of each model line. There are complete performance and technical specifications. Readers will learn how various car models evolved from past successes.

No other automobiles have inspired as much emotion, respect and imitation as Porsches. Aficionados, owners, collectors and racing fans will revel in this book's complete data and exhilarating visuals.

Among the many featured cars:

• 356(No.1)1100
• 911 Carrera
• 3.2 Cabriolet
• 964 Speedster
• 996 Targa
• 993 Carrera RS 3.8
• 997 GT3 RS
• 930S Turbo Targa
• 996 GT2 2004
• 914/6
• 924 Turbo
• 944 Cabriolet
• 968
• 928 GTS
• Boxster S3.2 2003
• Cayenne Turbo
• Cayman S

Highlights:

• All major models and their variations
• Performance and technical specifications
• Seldom-seen one-offs and other rarities
• The story of each model's development
• More than 650 dazzling full-color photos
• Rear, side, front and under-the-hood perspectives
• Detailing and furnishings up close
• "In the driver's seat" views of consoles
• Exhilarating on-the-road pictures.

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Porsche: The Road from Zuffenhausen

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A lavishly illustrated history of the most recognized sports-car maker in the world—Porsche—a story that began more than a century ago.

Porsche: The Road from Zuffenhausen is the first book in more than twenty-five years to chronicle in such meticulous detail the early years of the renowned automobile company. Perfect for the more than 500,000 Porsche owners and the millions of Porsche enthusiasts, Porsche is a lively narrative of the cars and the people who created them. In the opening chapters, the reader will find the true heart of Porsche and its dedication to design and engineering, and then move on to the pre–World War II development of the first Porsche prototypes, as well as the development of the Volkswagen by Professor Ferdinand Porsche in the late 1930s. The story of the company’s early postwar years in Austria is a tale of commitment to an idea, an idea that resulted in the first 356 model and in a very short time established Porsche as one of Germany’s leading car makers.

Here is the entire history not only of the 356 but also of the development of competition versions, and of the evolution of the 550 RSK and the legendary 904 Carrera GTS. The story of the 911 occupies half the book, as this model has survived for nearly four decades—the longest production of any single postwar automobile design.

The narrative is brilliantly complemented by wonderful historical documents and photographs from the factory archives, provided through the cooperation of Porsche AG and the Porsche family, as well as original color photography by the author.

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Porsche 914 & 914-6: The Definitive History of the Road & Competition Cars-Softbound

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Perceived as a reasonably-priced entry level model for Porsche, the 914's early history was blighted by political problems with VW's new management. However, by the end of production, almost 119,000 examples had been sold. This book records the full international story of the mid-engined 914, from concept through to the final production car, illustrated throughout with contemporary material. Today, the 914, the "Cinderella" Porsche, is an affordable and practical classic.

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