Description
Robert J. Headrick Jr.
Softcover
128 pages
Back to Cadillac
Sale!
Cadillac: The Tailfin Years
Original price was: $43.95.$39.95Current price is: $39.95.
The tail fin era is one of the most recognized in automotive styling, and the influence spread worldwide. As everyone knows, designer Harley Earl took his inspiration from World War II fighter aircraft and the fins grew bolder and larger as competing manufacturers jumped on the bandwagon to produce the most striking vehicle, until they became almost outrageous and turned people off, and then became less prominent again through the 1960s. Cadillac: The Tail Fin Years, takes an in-depth look at the years from 1948 to 1964. A chapter is devoted to each model year and provides unique facts and features, historical information, specifications, production numbers, options, prices, and more. And of course, the real heart of the book is the many colorful illustrations drawn from the exciting original sales and marketing materials, original factory photos, and examples of well-preserved originals still around today. Often the models featured are those that we all wish we had! Also featured are the famous jewelry ads through this special era in automotive history.
In stock
Additional information
| Weight | 0.522 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 27.9 × 21.6 × 1.1 cm |
Related products
Sale!
not rated
Original price was: $14.99.$8.99Current price is: $8.99.
Add to cart
Little Book of Canal Boats
Britain's waterways have been used as a source of transport ever since man needed to convey large quantities of minerals, raw material and mass produced commodities. The Romans introduced canals to these islands as early as 120AD and by the late 1700s, a network of man-made arteries linked major rivers and sea ports to land-locked industrialised cities and towns across the country. Initially barges were pulled by horse but as steam and then internal combustion engines were developed during the 19th Century, they were introduced into the narrow boat. The advent of rail travel and improvements to roads, however, saw the decline of this slow and leisurely form of transport and canals gradually fell into disrepair. After World War II, it was realised that much of Britain's social and industrial heritage was disappearing and there emerged an enthusiasm to preserve our past as much as possible. 1946 saw the founding of the Inland Waterways Association who initially set about reopening parts of the system. Now there are more than 4,000 miles of navigable waterways with many more earmarked for restoration. They include some of Britain's greatest engineering feats such as tunnels, aqueducts and flights of locks, today numbering amongst our most popular tourist attractions.
GM Cadillac El Dorado, Seville, Deville, Buick Riviera and Oldsmobile Toronado, 1986-1993: All Full-Size Models 2WD and
Haynes Manuals have a new look! To ensure the continued success of one of the industry's most dynamic manual series, Haynes has color coded their covers by manufacturer and replaced the familiar cover artwork with computer-generated cutaway photography. By Summer 2000, 80 percent of Haynes manuals will have the colorful new design. Inside, enthusiasts will find the same reliable information -- whether the reader has simple maintenance or a complete engine rebuild in mind, he or she can rest assured that there's a Haynes Manual for just above every popular domestic and import car, truck, and motorcycle. Hundreds of illustrations and step-by-step instructions make each repair easy to follow.
Cadillac Eldorado Performance Portfolio 1967-1978
The 1967 Eldorado marked a turning point in the evolution of Cadillacs luxury coupe by having front-wheel drive and good handling. Remaining more or less unchanged for three seasons a new 400bhp V8 was introduced. In 1971 it became more rounded with heavy safety bumpers and had a longer wheelbase. The convertible, also a 1971 introduction, was phased out at the end of 1976. In 1979 a new and radically smaller model took over the name. This book is a compilation of road and comparison tests, driving impressions, technical and performance data and new model introductions. Cars covered include: CoupT, V8, Fleetwood, 429, 472, 500, Convertible, Casa De Eldorado.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.