Family Cars of the 1970s

Author: James Taylor
Publisher: Shire Publications
ISBN: 9780747811497
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The 1970s and 1980s were critical years for the British motor industry. A downward spiral in industrial relations led to crippling strikes; two major oil crises made thirsty older designs virtually unsaleable; and foreign manufacturers moved in with products that were affordable, reliable and available on demand. Yet, by and large, British family motorists carried on buying British as long as they could. The average Briton was broadly content with what the domestic motor industry produced (though he might have grumbled a bit), and it certainly produced an array of cars which entered the public consciousness as symbols of their times. Names like Marina, Maestro, Montego, Cortina, Escort, Granada, Cavalier and, above all, Mini live on in popular memory. Looking back, we remember these humble workhorses with more fondness than we might expect. James Taylor has been a motoring writer and historian for more than 30 years, and in this book he remembers this period with a mixture of affection and amusement, tempered with an honest appraisal of how good or bad these cars really were.

Hot Cars of the '70s

Author: Craig Cheetham
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (CA)
ISBN: 9781592231423
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The 1970s were a decade of changing tastes and new directions in automobile design, with the advent of the economy-driven, compact family car and the development of the muscle car. The era is famous for great-value cars such as the Datsun 240Z as well as the powerful and extravagant Ford Mustang and Pontiac Firebird. Hot Cars of the '70s celebrates the best cars of the decade, providing a detailed look at more than sixty of the greatest and most stylish automobiles from around the world. All the great names are covered, including Aston Martin, BMW, Chevrolet, Citroen, Datsun, Dodge, Ford, Jaguar, Lotus, Pontiac, Porsche, and Triumph. Illustrated with specially commissioned photography, each car is examined from all angles in close-up detail. Specifications are provided for each machine, including performance statistics, engine type, transmission, special features, running gear, and dimensions. The book also takes a close look under the hood, examining the chassis and suspension as well as the design of the engine. Finally, the book tracks the production milestones of each car and marks refinements and developments in styling and performance. Packed with information and great photos, this volume is a must for all lovers of the classic and stylish machines of the 1970s. Book jacket.

Cars of the Sensational '70s

Author: James M. Flammang
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780785329800
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 416

Book Description
The story of 1970s cars, from the new subcompact class to the last of the truly big family cars. Nearly 1,900 photos and illustrations, most in full-color. Year-by-year overviews of major news and cultural events.

American Cars of the 1970s

Author: Craig Cheetham
Publisher: Gareth Stevens
ISBN: 9780836877267
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
This book describes American cars of the 1970s, such as the Chevrolet Camaro SS396, the Dodge Coronet Super Bee, the Ford Mustang Mach 1, the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser, the Pontiac Trans Am SD455, and others.

Vauxhall Cars of the 1960s and 1970s

Author: James Taylor
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785008110
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 338

Book Description
Vauxhalls held a special place in the British motoring scene of the mid-twentieth century. Solid, reliable and respectable, they were carefully designed to meet the expectations of buyers and also to meet the global ambitions of General Motors in America, the company that owned the Vauxhall marque. The book covers just over two decades of Vauxhall history, between the late 1950s and the late 1970s, that saw Vauxhall producing a succession of fondly remembered models, including some genuine classics. This new book features the styling, engineering and specification changes introduced over the lifetime of the Victor, Cresta and Viva ranges, and their offshoots. It gives full technical specifications of each model and includes a special examination of engine development in this period. Finally, there is advice about buying each of these models.

A-Z of Cars of the 1970s

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: Herridge & Sons
ISBN: 9781906133276
Category : Antique and classic cars
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Photographs of all models; production dates and numbers; specifications and body types; descriptions and recognition features; historical notes on all makes.

Cars 70s

Author: James M. Flammang
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781412771177
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 416

Book Description
Cars of the 1970s is a thrilling ride through the decade that marked the heyday of the muscle car but also saw the rise of the sub-compact, thanks to oil boycotts and new emissions standards. This book tells the whole story, from what we were driving to the events that were making headlines around the world. The pages are packed to the brim with magnificent machines, including a variety of Mustangs, Chargers, Camaros, GTOs, Corvettes, Challengers, and yes, even Gremlins. You'll enjoy: • Hundreds of incredible photos of vintage cars • Year by year summaries of each major American make • Lively original ads and promotional illustrations • Informative essays about what was happening with cars and the culture at large every year • Fascinating trivia, anecdotes, and quotes Whether you're a car enthusiast, child of the 70s, or simply a connoisseur of American history, this book will make a wonderful addition to your bookshelf. You'll crack it open again and again to take another trip back in time.

Cars We Loved in the 1970s

Author: Giles Chapman
Publisher: Cars We Loved
ISBN: 9780752494326
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The 1970s saw some ground-breaking new metal in British showrooms - the Renault 5 established the new 'supermini' class, the Volkswagen Golf gave the average family car a hatchback and top quality, the Ford Capri made sporty cars available to everyone and, despite all of this, the Ford Cortina continued to rule the sales charts. Giles Chapman documents the whole turbulent decade in this fascinating and entertaining book through the cars that dominated our motoring lives

Spot 100 1970s Cars: A Spotter's Guide for Kids and Bigger Kids

Author: Spot Spot 100
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780954758370
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54

Book Description
A Spotter's Guide to 1970s cars, from family cars to supercars and luxury limousines. Score points, compete with your friends, and join our interactive facebook group to show off your Spots. Contains photographs of the main variations so young fans can just spot and tick the boxes, while older and more observant spotters can answer the simple/observation questions.

Cars of the 1970s

Author: Publications International Ltd
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781639384174
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Cars of the 1970s takes a retrospective look at the decade's most significant car models from 35 manufacturers. From the last cars of the muscle era to the more efficient and cost-conscious models that came later, we'll look at the innovations, improvements, and milestones that made the '70s a dynamic time for automobile evolution. Features more than 180 models, organized by make. Entries highlight key developments in engineering, styling, performance, and sales. Includes domestic and foreign manufacturers. Full-color photos throughout. Hardcover, 240 pages.