The Story of Porsche: A Tribute to the Legendary Manufacturer (The Little Book of Transportation, 3)

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The Story of Porsche is a compact and beautifully designed review of the iconic car manufacturer.

From the alluring curves to the powerful engineering, Porsche has been synonymous with both luxury and race car manufacturing for more than 90 years. In The Story of Porsche, every component of the legendary brand’s success is studied and celebrated, from turbulent beginnings to its ascent to the summit of car design and construction.

Blending heritage with innovation and brand identity with creativity, Porsche has produced some of the most beloved models of sport and luxury car alike. From the timeless designs of the 911 and Carrera, to the dynamism of the 917, the fabled marque has instilled class and faultless engineering into each and every one of its creations. With 19 victories at Le Mans, Porsche has also proved itself to be as successful on the racetrack as it is on the streets; revered, respected and treasured in equal measure.

These victories on both the podium and in the marketplace are rendered here in stunning detail through insightful text and exceptional photography. This is a story packed with blind corners and steep climbs, in a package that will sit perfectly on any Porsche fan’s bookshelf.

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Author
Stuart Codling Luke Smith Ben Custard John Westlake

Summary
Every key aspect of the Prancing Horse’s history is explored and showcased, from the first car built under the Ferrari name in 1947 through to the global giant it is today. Examine every component of the legendary Porsche brand’s success, from turbulent beginnings to its ascent to the summit of car design and construction. Charts the history of this beloved brand. From Mini’s impact on pop culture, as well as the racing heritage cultivated by the legendary John Cooper. Follows the illustrious Harley-Davidson brand through its peaks and troughs, across more than 100 years of revving and stylish cruising.

Includes
The House of Porsche • Out of the Ashes • The Birth of a Legend • Glory and Growing Pains • King of the Track • Revival Meets Rivalry• The Return to Le Mans • Electric Dreams Birth of the Legend • E La Macchina • Sale of the Century • Glory and Power • The Price of Progress • The Schumacher Years • World Domination • Ferrari in Popular Culture A 60-year Story • The Making of the Mini • Major Success for the Miniature Car • A Mini for Everyone • Trendsetter, Film Star, Icon • A Mini Motorsport Legend • A MINI Moneyspinner Early Years • Smaller Bikes • OHV Big Twins • The Sportster • Recent Big Twins • Sporting Prowess • Brand Power • Modern Times: From V Rod to Pan America and Livewire

Photographs throughout

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Beautiful pocket sized gift

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Welbeck Publishing (November 29, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1802792910
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1802792911
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 1 x 7.25 inches