Road Test Portfolio Books

In the twenty-two years covered by this book Carlo Abarth produced over 200 models of cars bearing his name.  Type reported on:  500, 595, 695, 750, 850, 1000, 1300, 1600, 2200, SS, GT,...

The driving force behind the successful Bond cars was engineer and entrepreneur 'Lawrie' Bond and by 1944 the Bond Aircraft and Engineering company had been established.  After the war Lawrie Bond turned...

Includes road and comparison tests, riding impressions, new model introductions, updates, full specifications and performance data. Models covered: RW750A, RR1000, RR, RS & RS1200, S1, S2, S3T, Lightning, Thunder....

In the beginning Caterham built Sevens that were almost identical to the Lotus but changes were gradually required.  With the changes came improvements and Caterham constantly upgraded the Seven’s specification.  While Lotus...

Caterham's success was due, initially, to Colin Chapman’s inspired design and post ‘74 to Graham Nearn’s brilliant development.  In common with several other small UK car companies in recent times, Caterham has...

The classic bright yellow taxicab is easily one of the most recognizable vehicles in the world and is one automobile that will forever be associated with the USA.  The Check Cab Manufacturing...

This portfolio traces the first 25 years of Chevrolet's luxury Caprice range.  Included are road and comparison tests, new model introductions and updates plus full specifications and performance data.  Also included are...

Seeking a product which would sell, the Daimler management hit upon the idea of a sports car which would emulate the success of MG, Triumph, Austin-Healey and Jaguar in the USA. To...

Some 75 articles drawn from four  Continents trace the progress of Datsun's highly competitive 240Z and 280Z coupes between 1970 and 1978. Included are road, track, comparison and long-term tests, new model introductions...

The first 916 arrived in November 1993 when Ducati's reputation was probably at its lowest ebb.  The renaissance of Ducati can be credited to the 916's stunning combination of power and style...

Elva (from the French phrase elle va - she goes) evolved from Frank Nichols being bitten by the motor racing bug after driving a friend's Morgan in the early 50s.  His first...

Fiat bought the rights to the Abarth name when the original company folded in 1971.  From then onwards, the really hot Fiats all wore Abarth badges, and although the Abarth name might...

Jensen began as a small coach-building firm run by brothers Richard and Alan Jensen.  They also started to design their first true production car under the name White Lady which later evolved...

Our first book on the Jensen-Healey appeared over twenty years ago and this, the third edition, is more comprehensive with 60 extra pages and includes recent historical comment and advice on acquiring...

The Montecarlo was the final variant of the Lancia Beta range built between 1975 and 1982.  It came as a spider, coupe or a Group 5 racer and was known in the...

Laverda launched a 500cc twin cylinder 8-valve machine namedthe Alpina in 1977, it was renamed Alpino and Zeta in the USA. Models covered: Alpina, Alpino, S, 500T, Zeta, Montjuic, 500 Sports, Roadster...

This portfolio traces the progress of Lotus's first 4-seater saloon, the Elite and its fastback contemporary, the Eclat from 1974-1982....

This portfolio reports on Lotus's 4-seater Excel which was introduced in late 1982 and remained in production until 1992....

A portfolio of 108 articles compiled from leading internation magazines covering Matra cars from 1964....

The E-Class W124 is the mid-sized range of luxury saloons, estate cars and coupes that Mercedes-Benz introduced for the 1985 model year and bridged the gap between the 190 models and the...

First announced in 1958, in its 20 years of production, the Midget underwent many changes and was produced in four distinct Marks.  The final version had black plastic bumpers to meet US...

67 articles include road and comparison tests, model introductions plus full specifications and performance data.  Advice is offered on acquiring a good pre-owned classic early Morris Minor....

Launched in 1999, the Noble M10 high-performance sports car was the brainchild of talented design engineer, Lee Noble.  However, it was the iconic M12 which earned the rave reviews and established Noble...

Fun replaced functionality as Toyota totally transformed its corporate image with the introduction of the MR2 sports car. Providing performance and ultra-precise handling, the mid-engined two-seater was a joy to drive. All W10 models...

Toyoto gave the MR2 a complete makeover for 1990. Bigger, faster and in production twice as long as the first generation, it is no surprise to learn that the second type of MR2...

Downsizing can be a difficult exercise, but Toyota managed to successfully re-invent the MR2 with a lightweight new design that excelled in every department.  All models are reported on.  Included are road,...

The original Bonneville was one of the most sought after motorcycles of its time.  The new Bonneville carried on the twin tradition with all its virtues.    In this book you will read...

The entire story of the Stag; the excitement it generated when first introduced, the disillusionment with the car as the faults became evident and its resurrection as a truly outstanding classic are...

Launched in 1969 with the 150bhp fuel-injected TR5 engine, it was given a softer tune early in 1973 and the car undoubtedly had sacrificed some of its original performance for the sake...

In 1979 VW launched the Golf Cabriolet which quickly gained an image as a 'fun car' that appealed to the young generation and soon became the fashionable car to be seen in. ...