Classic American Cars (Classics)

Immortalized in film and literature great American cars are the supreme expression of the beauty extravagance and eccentricity of 20th-century USA. In Classic American Cars Quentin Willson introduces a fascinating selection of automobiles from the 1949 Cadillac Sedanette to the 1969 Chevrolet Corvette the 1955 Ford Thunderbird to the 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible bringing to each one his sharp appreciation and eye for detail. Cars That Changed the World American cars from the 1940s to the 1970s embodied the nation's post-Second World War spirit of optimism and modernity. Their styling was opulent; they were 'land yachts' with hugely powerful engines their drivers blissfully untroubled by worries about oil crises fuel consumption and air pollution. American cars were the envy of the world. A Gallery of Dreams Superb specially commissioned photographs taken from every angle build up into a comprehensive portrait of 60 unequalled masterpieces. Fascinating technical design and historical detail makes this an indispensable reference work. For seasoned driver or wannabe owner alike this book is the visual guide that redefines classic American cars.