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Supercar Revolution
by John Lamm
Designers, engineers, racers, and celebrities weigh in to give you the comprehensive story of these incredible machines.
Hot Rod Empire
by Matt Stone, Gigi Carleton and foreword by Ed Iskenderian
Hot Rod Empire celebrates the birth and explosive growth of the transportation hobby under Petersen’s watch.
The Complete Book of Pontiac GTO
by Tom Glatch
Take a comprehensive look at the world's first muscle car - complete with never-before-seen photos from the archives of Hot Rod and Motor Trend.
The Harley-Davidson Story
by Aaron Frank
A fascinating, visually driven overview of the motor company's rich story, created in cooperation with the Harley-Davidson Museum.
Speed Read Porsche 911
by Wayne Dempsey
Porsche 911, the latest in Motorbooks Speed Read series, breaks this immortal rear-engined sports car down into fully illustrated, easy-to-digest portions that neophytes and experts alike will love.
How To Build Brick Airplanes
by Peter Blackert
How to Build Brick Airplanes shows you how to construct some of the worlds most legendary aircraft, including the SR-71, the P38 Lightning, and the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, from LEGO bricks.
The Life Monaco Grand Prix
by Stuart Codling
The Life Monaco Grand Prix captures all the racing thrills and off-track glamour that has made this the top F1 race since its debut in 1929.
The Best of Peter Egan
by Peter Egan
Join Cycle World magazines Peter Egan as he wrenches in his workshop and roams the worlds back roads in search of interesting characters and a good story in The Best of Peter Egan.
Hot Wheels
by Paul Ruditis and Kris Palmer
This full-throttle celebration of the die-cast cars explores the unrivaled Hot Wheels story.
Tom Cotter's Best Barn-Find Collector Car Tales
by Tom Cotter
Tom Cotter pulls together his best barn find stories from America and around the globe.
Triumph Bonneville
by Ian Falloon
Triumph Bonneville: 60 Years is a celebration and compendium of all the makes, models, and one-offs of the Triumph Bonneville motorcycle over the past several decades.
Automotive Rust Repair and Prevention
by Dennis W. Parks
How-to pro Dennis W. Parks pins down the common challenges of automotive rust repair with clear instructions on how to identify, address, and prevent rust in Automotive Rust Repair and Prevention.
Cafe Racers 2019
by Editors of Motorbooks and Michael Lichter
In Cafe Racers 2019, master photographer Michael Lichter visually traces cafe racer motorcycles from their origins in the mid-twentieth century all the way into modern times.
Speed Read Supercar
by Basem Wasef
Curious about supercars? Speed Read: Supercars is the guide you've been looking for to every aspect of these imagination capturing, eye widening, land-bound speed missiles
Pontiac Trans Am
by Tom Glatch
Pontiac Trans Am shows this dominating machines full history, from early days burning up both race tracks and Hollywood to its final days as the most potent muscle car made.
The Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Archive Collection
by Darwin Holmstrom, Randy Leffingwell
The Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Archive Collection presents the most lusted-after motorcycles ever built in studio portraits.
Ford Model T Coast to Coast
by Tom Cotter, foreword by Henry Ford III
Automotive writer Tom Cotter undertakes a coast-to-coast road trip in an ancient Ford Model T. As the world embraces self-driving cars, whats it like to drive cross-country in the first mass-produced car?
Speed Read Ferrari
by Preston Lerner
Experience the story of the worlds premier sports car manufacturer in bite-sized pieces, illustrated with all-new artwork, This book will make you a Ferrari expert!
Speed Read Mustang
by Donald Farr
Tells the story of the first pony car in bite-sized pieces. This book makes anyone an instant Mustang expert!
The Life Vespa
by Eric Dregni
The Life Vespa celebrates all aspects of Vespa scooters and the thriving culture that surrounds them, a culture that encompasses all walks of life.
Valentino Rossi
by Michael Scott
Get to know Rossi’s incredible charm and wit, and why he has achieved rock-star status among racing fans.
Air Force One
by Nicholas A Veronico
Air Force One brings new and unseen photography of the famous presidential aircraft that has seen every president and first lady for the last sixty years.
Triumph Motorcycles in America
by Lindsay Brooke, David Gaylin
Offering stellar performance and undeniable cool, Triumph motorcycles are part of North America’s motorcycling soul. Learn how America played the key role in Triumph's tremendous success.
The Life Steve McQueen
by Dwight Zimmerman
The Life Steve McQueen explores and celebrates the films, racing, personal style and other elements that made Steve McQueen an icon.
The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Maintenance
by Mark Zimmerman
Ever wondered how your motorcycle actually worked?
Day One
by Martyn L. Schorr and Joe Oldham
Automotive journalist Marty Schorr recalls life on the front line in the classic muscle car era, thrashing brand-new cars that would one day become million-dollar collector vehicles.
Muscle Car Barn Finds
by Ryan Brutt
Join 'automotive archeologist' Ryan Brutt as he searches for American muscle cars lost to time in barns, abandoned buildings, decrepit garages, even overgrown backyards!
Strange But True Tales of Car Collecting
by Keith Martin
Drowned Bugattis, Buried Belvederes, Felonious Ferraris and other Wild Stories of Automotive Misadventure
Inside Shelby American
by John Morton
A firsthand account of one of the most iconic sports car builders and racing teams of the 1960s from John Morton, champion racer, and personal friend of Carroll Shelby.
The Life Harley-Davidson
by Darwin Holmstrom, foreword by Norman Reedus and foreword by Dave Nichols
A celebration of the Harley-Davidson lifestyle.
Maximum Performance
by Jim Schild
Get the full details on Chrysler’s drag racing history in the 60’s, when they revolutionised the sport with top drivers, monster engines, and experimental cars.
Car Design: Speed Read
by Tony Lewin and Gerry McGovern
See what really goes into every aspect of car design.
Unsinkable
by Matthew D. Plunkett, contributions by Clint Fisher Crowell
This intimate look into the creation, culture, and ongoing legacy of Boston Whaler reveals just how influential this company has been both within the industry and for its legions of diehard fans around the world.
The Art of the Classic Sports Car
by Stuart Codling photographs by James Mann
The Art of the Classic Sports Car offers a beautifully illustrated review of several decades of high-performance cars, featuring cars from around the globe, all shot in the studio.
Porsche 70 Years
by Randy Leffingwell
This richly illustrated book offers a complete history of Porsche, Germany's premium sports-car maker. The book focuses on the engineering and design stories while paying homage to key players.
F1: Speed Read
by Stuart Codling and James Mann
Everything you need to know to understand Formula 1 racing!
Art of Mopar
by Tom Glatch, photographs by Tom Loeser
Chrysler unleashed the hemi in 1951, redefining performance. Featuring cars from the Brothers' Collection, The Art of Mopar: Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth Muscle Cars celebrates Chrysler muscle in studio portraits.
Art of the Formula 1 Race Car 2018
by photographs by James Mann
Dive into 16 months of the most beautiful and successful Formula 1 race cars in history.
Fire Trucks in Action 2018
by photographs by Larry Shapiro
Fire Trucks in Action 2018 captures the action and excitement of fire trucks and firefighters at work.
Supercars 2018
by photographs by G F Williams
Featuring a varied collection of makes and models, Supercars 2018 belongs on the wall of any fan of these high-performance machines.
Barn Find Collector Cars 2018
by photographs by Michael Alan Ross
Barn Find Collector Cars 2018 is a vivid 16-month calendar showcasing the amazing automotive barn finds.
Airstream 2018
by Editors of Motorbooks
Airstream has produced some of the finest trailers in the world and has gained a worldwide reputation as the Rolls-Royce of travel trailers. Airstream 2018 highlights America's best and oldest trailer manufacturer.
Art of the Classic Sports Car 2018
by photographs by James Mann
In this calendar, leading automotive photographer James Mann has meticulously captured 16 classic models from across the decades in all their high-performance glory.
Cars of Cuba 2018
by photographs by Christopher P. Baker
Cars of Cuba 2018 presents 16 months of these eye-catching vintage models, captured on the island by award-winning travel photographer and Cuba expert Christopher P. Baker.
Classic Farm Tractors 2018
by photographs by Ralph Sanders
Classic Farm Tractors 2018 features John Deere, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers, Case, Oliver, and several other vintage marques in restored glory, unsmitten by dirt but looking ready for duty should a modern-day farmer get in a pinch.
Space Exploration 2018
by Editors of Motorbooks
Experience the awe of outer space with this 16-month calendar featuring the technology bringing humans closer to the stars.
Chevrolet Trucks
by Larry Edsall
Chevy trucks have been working hard and setting trends for 100 years. This incredible history covers Chevrolet’s full history, from the Series 490 to today’s Silverado and Colorado.
How to Build Brick Cars
by Peter Blackert
This collection of Lego designs provides instructions on building tons of contemporary and classic sports cars entirely out of the world's favourite building block.
The Complete Book of Chevrolet Camaro
by David Newhardt
For over fifty years, the Chevy Camaro has defined American performance.
Motion Performance
by Martyn L. Schorr, contributions by Joe Oldham
The illustrated, inside story of the 60's shop that turned factory muscle cars, which were the most powerful cars that U.S. manufacturers had ever produced, into fire-breathing performance monsters.
Motocross 2018 calendar
by photographs by Simon Cudby
Motocross 2018 delivers a full 16 months of off-road racing stars in heart-racing, high-flying action.
Shelby American Up Close and Behind the Scenes
by Dave Friedman
Takes readers inside the shop that produced the 289 Cobra, Daytona Coupe, 427 Cobra, Mustang GT350, and more from 1962 to 1965.
The Lost Art of High Performance Driving
by Ross Bentley
Become a better performance driver with The Lost Art of High Performance Driving.
Harley-Davidson Sportster
by Allan Girdler
Harley-Davidson Sportster: Sixty Years tells the complete story of the Sportster. First produced in 1957, it has gone on to become one of the top selling motorcycles of the twenty-first century.
The Complete Book of Classic Chevrolet Muscle Cars
by Mike Mueller
The Complete Book of Classic Chevrolet Muscle Cars: 1955-1974 chronicles the all-conquering cars of this incredible 20-year period, the Impala SS, Z16 Chevelle Malibu SS396, the Camaro, and more.
One Percenter Revolution
by Dave Nichols
One Percenter Revolution introduces readers to a whole new generation of rebels dedicated to living on the edge and letting their freak flags fly!
Ford Mustang
by Donald Farr
In Ford Mustang: America's Original Pony Car, acclaimed Mustang writer Donald Farr celebrates this iconic car. Created in cooperation with Ford, the book features some 400 photos from company archives.
Pontiac Firebird
by David Newhardt
Pontiac Firebird: 50 Years chronicles the Firebird's rich history, from its inception in 1960 to its continued popularity today.
McQueen's Motorcycles
by Matt Stone
McQueen's Motorcycles takes a close look at the unique bikes that McQueen raced and collected. Any true McQueen or motorcycle fan will love this focused look inside McQueen's garage.
The Complete Book of Classic Volkswagens
by John Gunnell
Volkswagen Beetles and their variants are some of the most iconic and easily recognizable cars on the road!
Classic Motorcycles
by Pat Hahn, photographs by Tom Loeser
Finally! The world's most incredible motorcycles are given the artful representation they deserve.
Original Porsche 911 1964-1998
by Peter Morgan
The definitive guide to 100% original and correct Porsche 911.
The BMW Century
by Tony Lewin
The BMW Century covers the first one hundred years of BMW car and motorcycle manufacturing. The book features gorgeous images of different decades' cars and motorcycles, as well as detailed text.
Camaro
by Mike Mueller
Camaro: Fifty Years of Chevy Performance chronicles the first fifty years of Chevrolet's iconic Camaro. The book is filled with fascinating photography, history, and commentary about this legendary pony car.
Harley-Davidson Knucklehead
by Greg Field
Harley-Davidson Knucklehead: 80 Years celebrates the anniversary of the innovative engine that changed the world of motorcycles.
Deuce
by Mike Chase
Deuce delivers a closer look at Ford's seminal1932 model--the car that came to define 'hot rod' and brought speed and style to America's drivers.
Ferrari 70 Years
by Dennis Adler
Ferrari 70 Years celebrates Ferrari's fantastic history with detailed text and fascinating images from historic archives.
Cuba's Car Culture
by Tom Cotter, photographs by Bill Warner
Cuba's Car Culture presents readers with Cuba's unique car culture, which harks back to the vintage rides of the 1950s and earlier. The book includes history, photos, and automotive commentary from experts.
Porsche
by Dennis Adler
Porsche: The Classic Era showcases the history of Porsche's iconic air-cooled sports cars and features rare historic images.
The Complete Book of American Muscle Supercars
by Tom Glatch, photographs by David Newhardt
A gorgeously illustrated history of American high-performance cars from their origins to today.
The Harley in the Barn
by Tom Cotter, foreword by Pat Simmons
Break into that barn - you know you want to - there might be a vintage Harley inside. If you won't break in, Tom Cotter will; amazing motorcycles await.
The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles
by Ian Falloon
The Complete Book of Ducati Motorcycles traces the entire stunning chronology of sportbikes dreamed up by Ducati, from the 1950s to present day.
The Hot Rod Reader
by Gray Baskerville, Ed Roth, Robert E. Petersen, Tom Wolfe, LeRoi Tex Smith edited by Melinda Keefe
Hot Rod Reader is a rollicking collection of hot rod and custom car tales sure to appeal to any reader with an interest in these unique and exciting cars.
Airstream
by Patrick Foster
Airstream trailers--with their sleek, silver aerodynamic shape--have been around for some 80 years, and this book celebrates their legacy through engaging text and beautiful photography.
Harley-Davidson
by Darwin Holmstrom
Cruise through this collection of Harley-Davidson's most iconic motorcycles!
Wide-Open Muscle
by Randy Leffingwell and Tom Loeser
The fully illustrated book Wide-Open Muscle celebrates the muscle-car convertibles -- the most expensive muscle cars from the classic era of the 60s and 70s.
Greatest One-Percenter Myths, Mysteries, and Rumors Revealed
by Bill Hayes
Get the real stories behind the legends, myths, and lore surrounding the world of outlaw motorcycle clubs.
The One Percenter Code
by Dave Nichols, photographs by Kim Peterson
Motorcycling with a gang of outlaws is more than an alter ego or a hobby--it's a way of life, and it comes with a code.
Art of the Hot Rod
by Ken Gross, photographs by Peter Harholdt
Art of the Hot Rod: Collector's Edition is a tribute to America's best hot rods, filled with stunning photography, special gatefolds, updated text, and four frameable photographic prints.
Muscle Car Source Book
by Mike Mueller
Heavily illustrated and rich with data covering all the classic-era muscle cars from all of the manufacturers--this is a reference book every muscle car fan must have!
Jaguar Cars
by James Mann
Jaguar Cars features 50 of Jaguar's most iconic models through James Mann's stunning photography, from the original SS Jaguar to today's F-Type sports cars and the C-X75 supercar concept.
International Harvester Trucks
by Patrick Foster
International Harvester Trucks: The Complete History tells the complete story of the light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, vans, and station wagons built by International Harvester during over a century of production.
The Complete Guide to Auto Body Repair
by Dennis Parks
Step-by-step projects cover the latest information on panel adhesives, improved repair strategies, unibody vehicles, media blasting, panel overhaul and replacement, and tools and techniques for water-based paint products.
Porsche Turbo
by Randy Leffingwell
Porsche Turbo: The Inside Story of Stuttgart's Turbocharged Road and Race Cars celebrates Porsche's five decades of turbocharged supercar performance, both on the track and on the street. Don't let this one fly past you!
Ford GT40
by Preston Lerner and Dave Friedman
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ford's iconic 1966 victory and get the detailed back story leading to that historic win--including the parts played by Enzo Ferrari, Henry Ford II, and Carroll Shelby.
Ford Total Performance
by Martyn L. Schorr, foreword by Lee Holman
Featuring unpublished period photographs, plus artwork from Ford designers, Ford Total Performance covers all of Ford's classic race and street cars, including Cobras and Shelby Mustangs, from 1961 to 1971.
Indian Motorcycle
by Darwin Holmstrom
Follow the complete history of Indian, America's first mass-produced motorcycle, as it evolved from being a bicycle maker to manufacturing today's high-quality, high-profile machines.
Harley-Davidson CVO Motorcycles
by Marilyn Stemp
Chronicled here for the first time, Harley-Davidson's exclusive CVO models are pure eye candy.
The Art of the Mustang - Limited Edition
by Tom Loeser; Donald Farr
Ford Mustang is arguably America's most iconic muscle car. This lavishly illustrated book conducts readers through Mustang's 50-plus years of continuous production, focusing on the most interesting and popular models.
Amazing Barn Finds and Roadside Relics
by Ryan Brutt
Musty Mustangs, Forgotten Ferraris, Hidden Hudsons, and Other Lost Automotive Gems
The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles
by Ian Falloon
A thorough year-by-year guide to every production machine ever built by Germany's leading motorcycle manufacturer, from the first model--the R32-- to the latest, the World-Superbike-dominating S1000RR.
Art of the Mustang
by Donald Farr, photographs by Tom Loeser
Stunning images of Mustang's greatest hits are given context by informative text hitting the high points of each featured car, along with tech-spec boxes and period ads and brochures.
Barn Find Road Trip
by Tom Cotter, photographs by Michael Alan Ross
Follow auto archaeologist Tom Cotter, his car collector pal Brian Barr, and photographer Michael Alan Ross on a 14-day collector-car- seeking adventure in Cotter's 1939 Ford Woody.
The Complete Book of Porsche 911
by Randy Leffingwell
The Complete Book of Porsche 911 offers a year-by-year look at Stuttgart's most famous car. From the 901 prototype to today's advanced GT3, this book showcases this classic sports car's evolution.
Flights of No Return
by Steven A. Ruffin
Discover the mysterious, controversial, and sometimes downright eerie history of flights that didn't end as planned.
Charger, Road Runner & Super Bee
by James Manning Michels
Charger, Road Runner & Super Bee: Fifty Years of Chrysler B-Body Muscle tells the entire B-Body story, from the original Dodge Charger through the popular Charger being sold today.
Steve McQueen
by Dwight Zimmerman and Greg Scott
Steve McQueen's entire life story in an artistic, graphic novel format.
Lamborghini Supercars 50 Years
by photographs by James Mann and Stuart Codling
Immerse yourself in this complete guide on Lamborghini's ultimate performance cars.
How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese Motorcycles
by Sid Young
Everything you need to know to restore or customize your classic Japanese motorcycle.
The Complete Book of Ford Mustang
by Mike Mueller
The entire history of America's original pony car, in its full glory.
How To Use Automotive Diagnostic Scanners
by Tracy Martin
Scan your own codes to save money, fix problems, or get the best performance out of your ride!
BMW Motorcycles
by Doug Mitchel
Everything you want to know about forty of the most iconic BMW motorcycles.
How to Rebuild and Modify Ford Flathead V-8 Engines
by Mike Bishop and Vern Tardel
Keep it mild or build it wild, but either way, How to Rebuild and Modify Ford Flathead V8 Engines will help ensure your flathead is delivering the power you need.
Caterpillar
by Frank Raczon, photographs by Keith Haddock
For this book, Frank Raczon dug up the dirt and constructed the only modern history of the world's heaviest machinery.
Porsche 911 Red Book
by Patrick Paternie and Peter Bodensteiner
Take hold of the ultimate reference resource on one of the world's most loved and respected sports cars.
The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1936-Today
by Ian Falloon
Take an authoritative, thorough, and heavily illustrated look at Triumph motorcycles, from beloved classics to popular new models.
Top Muscle
by Darwin Holmstrom, photographs by Randy Leffingwell
The ultimate collection of the most valuable collector cars in existence, with fascinating histories that illuminate the wildest age in American automotive history.
Shelby Cobra
by Colin Comer, foreword by Carroll Shelby
A complete history of Shelby's Cobra sports cars.
Ford Mustang Red Book 1964 1/2-2015
by Peter C. Sessler
From the first six-cylindered Mustang in 1962, through world-beating Boss and Shelby models, to 2015's all-new Mustang, this book offers all the data and detail Mustang fans lust after.
Pontiac GTO 50 Years
by Darwin Holmstrom, photographs by David Newhardt
The car that launched the muscle car era and gave the Baby Boomers highspeed wings; this is the most uptodate GTO history in the current book market.
Klemantaski
by Paul Parker, photographs by Klemantaski Collection
Klemantaski: Master Motorsports Photographer is the only book in print devoted to Louis Klemantaski's full body of work and includes hundreds of images, many of which have never been previously published, no racing or photography fan will want to miss this book!
Total Control
by Lee Parks, foreword by Erik Buell
A completely revised version of one of the bestselling motorcycle riding skills books of all time.
Chevy Chevelle Fifty Years
by Mike Mueller, foreword by Mark Meekins of the National Chevelle Owners Association
A fifty-year retrospective of Chevy's beloved Chevelle, from family hauler to badass musclecar bruiser.
The Complete Book of Shelby Automobiles
by Colin Comer
A lavishly illustrated tour of Shelby American's fortyplus years of making the most iconic performance cars in U.S. automotive history, with extensive details, specs, and spectacular photographs.
Lucifer's Sword MC
by Phil Cross and Ronn Sutton
A graphic novel by a lifelong motorcycle club member, inspired by the secrets of one percenters.
Art of the Corvette
by Randy Leffingwell, photographs by Tom Loeser
America's original - and long considered its best - sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette is fast, sexy, sleek, sublime. The legacy of the Corvette is matched only by its beauty, captured here like never before.
Art of the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle - Deluxe Edition
by Dain Gingerelli, photographs by David Blattel
A handsome, informative overview of Harley Davidson's 100 plus years of style and innovation.
History's Greatest Automotive Mysteries, Myths, and Rumors Revealed
by Matt Stone and Preston Lerner
Jeep
by Patrick R. Foster
In Jeep: The History of America's Greatest Vehicle, three hundred color and black-and-white historical photos complement Patrick R. Foster's expertly written narrative, celebrating over 70 years of Jeep vehicle design and production.
Soul on Bikes
by Tobie Levingston, Keith Zimmerman, Kent Zimmerman foreword by Ralph Sonny Barger
How to Paint Your Car
by Dennis W. Parks
Do you want to make your custom cruiser pop the second it rolls out of the garage? Then look no further than the pages of this book.
The Art of BMW
by Peter Gantriis, photographs by Henry von Wartenberg foreword by Fred Jakobs
Dream Garages
by Kris Palmer, foreword by Peter Egan, photographs by Dave Gooley, photographs by Robert Genat photographs by James Mann and Timot
Form Follows Function
by Stuart Codling, photographs by James Mann and Frank Stephenson
Ferrari
by Larry Edsall and Dennis Adler
For any fan of Ferrari or performance cars in general, this is an enjoyable read full of valuable information and gorgeous color photos.
The Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Archive Collection
by photographs by Randy Leffingwell, Darwin Holmstrom foreword by Bill Davidson
Harley-Davidson Museum Masterpieces
by Dain Gingerelli, photographs by Randy Leffingwell
Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible
by Paul Thede and Lee Parks
Based on Thede's world-famous Race Tech Suspension Seminars, this step-by-step guide shows anyone how to make a bike handle like a pro's.
Hot Rod Body and Chassis Builder's Guide
by Dennis W. Parks, foreword by John Kimbrough
Four-Wheeler's Bible
by Jim Allen
An update of the bestselling four wheeler resource, with the latest information about buying, maintaining, modifying, and driving new and vintage Jeeps and other off-road vehicles.
