Alpine Sports Cars: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Alpine, la renaissance

This book provides an inside look at the revival of Alpine, from the 2011 partnership with Caterham to the first A110 deliveries in 2018. It details the development of this sports car and the dedication of a passionate team.

The book highlights key aspects of the project: the design of the Alpine A110, a marketing strategy based on endurance racing and digital campaigns, and the creation of a dedicated sales network.

Today, Alpine is a success story. The A110 has been praised by both French and international media, winning prestigious awards such as "Most Beautiful Car of the Year" and "Performance Car of the Year." It has also outperformed competitors like Alfa Romeo, Lotus, Audi, BMW, and Porsche in multiple comparison tests, even in German automotive magazines.

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Author:	Bernard Ollivier
Details:	320 pages, 9.8 x 7.7 x 1.38 in (25 x 19.5 x 3.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions Solar (F, 2019)
ISBN:	9782263160554

Renaissance Alpine (Collection Prestige)

Reviving a brand is a rare event. In 2016, Renault officially announced the return of Alpine, a legendary brand known for its passion, motorsport, and innovation.

This book chronicles Alpine's history in a timeline format. It explores its craftsmanship, increasing involvement in racing, and gradual integration into the Renault group.

Founded in 1954, Alpine experienced rapid growth before being absorbed by Renault in the 1970s. After a period of decline in the 1990s and 2000s, the brand was revived to bring new energy to Renault and rekindle its sporting heritage.

Contents:
1. 1950s: Birth of a brand
2. 1960s: Expansion around an icon
3. 1970s: Success and transformation
4. 1980s: Under Renault's wing
5. 1990s: Slow decline
6. 2000s: A brand on hold
7. 2010s: The rebirth

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Author:	Serge Bellu
Details:	256 pages, 11.4 x 9 in (29 x 24 cm), hardback, in cassette
Illustrations:	600 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2016)
Series:	Collection Prestige
ISBN:	9791028300715

Alpine: La quête de l'agilité absolue

In 1955, Jean Rédélé founded Alpine with the goal of creating sports cars dedicated to driving pleasure and competition. This passion shaped French automotive history.
After twenty years of absence, Alpine returns today with the new A110, a true successor to its legacy.

The book explores this model from technical, artistic, and historical perspectives. Illustrated with rare documents, it highlights the inspiration, design, engineering, and human story behind this forward-looking car.

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Author:	Gilles Uzan, Jean-Luc Fournier
Details:	208 pages, 12.2 x 9 x 1.02 in (31 x 24 x 2.6 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions Flammarion (F, 2017)
ISBN:	9782081399419

Alpine - La passion bleue (Autofocus)

Alpine represents both a cultural heritage and a motorsport legend. Its history spans several decades, marked by racing success and iconic models.

The Berlinette A110, famous for its rally achievements, has greatly contributed to its prestige, but Alpine is more than just this model. The journey began in the 1950s with Jean Rédélé and the Berlinette A106, the first in a line of sports cars that includes the A310, GTA, and A610.

This illustrated book explores the brand's history and showcases its iconic models.

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Author:	Bernard Sara, Etienne Crébessègues, Gilles Labrouche, Frédéric Veillard
Details:	160 pages, 11.6 x 9.8 x 0.71 in (29.5 x 25 x 1.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2023)
Series:	Autofocus
ISBN:	9782385140403

Alpine - Le retour en compétition

True to its sporting heritage, Alpine made its comeback through competition. This book traces its return from 2012 to today, covering its involvement in ELMS, WEC, Alpine Elf Europa Cup, GT4, and R-GT.

Written by enthusiasts, this book is accessible to both experts and new generations. It provides an insider's perspective on this exciting journey.

Founded in 2015 as "Alpine Planet" and renamed "Les Alpinistes" in 2020, this independent French media outlet is entirely dedicated to Alpine. Driven by passion, the team brings the brand's history and news to life. This book recounts Alpine's return to racing alongside its partner Signatech.

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Author:	Les Alpinistes
Details:	160 pages, 11.8 x 9.1 in (30 x 23 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Histoire & Collections (F, 2020)
ISBN:	9782352505204

Alpine - L'histoire complète depuis 1955

NEW

After marking the 100th anniversary of founder Jean Rédélé's birth in 2022 and the 50th anniversary of the 1973 World Rally Championship victory in 2023, the Dieppe-based manufacturer celebrates 70 years of Alpine.
For this occasion, Stéphane Barbé, an automotive reporter for forty years at "L'Équipe" and "L'Automobile Magazine*, and Thomas Riaud, an automotive journalist, test driver and photographer for over 25 years, revisit Alpine's rich road and racing history.

The book is based on a complete tour of the Rédélé collection and tests of the most notable models, brought to life through previously unpublished illustrations by Thomas Riaud. The present is covered through the various versions of the new-generation A110, involvement in Formula One and electric developments.

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Author:	Stéphane Barbé, Thomas Riaud
Details:	208 pages, 12.4 x 9.7 x 0.83 in (31.5 x 24.5 x 2.1 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	French
Publisher:	Casa Éditions (F, 2025)
ISBN:	9782380585889

Alpine - Panorama illustré des modèles

This updated edition traces the history of Alpine from its founding by Jean Rédélé in 1954 to the present day, including its acquisition by Renault in the 1970s.

All models are featured, from grand touring cars to racing vehicles. With over 200 photos and drawings, this illustrated book provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the brand. A thorough technical and historical classification allows for easy identification of each version and its evolution over time.

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Author:	Didier Bordes
Details:	144 pages, 11.6 x 9.8 x 0.67 in (29.5 x 25 x 1.7 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	230 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2024)
ISBN:	9782385140700

Alpine - Passion et innovation automobile depuis 70 ans

NEW

This book marks the 70th anniversary of the Alpine brand. It reviews the key moments that shaped its history and looks ahead to its future at a time of major change in the automotive industry.

First-hand accounts enrich the narrative through interviews with Michelle Rédélé, wife of founder Jean Rédélé, Philippe Krief, Chief Executive Officer of the brand, and one of the four rally drivers crowned world champion in 1973.

The book also features exclusive images and drawings of historic Alpine models as well as future designs.

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Author:	Jérémy Satis
Details:	192 pages, 14 x 10.6 x 0.87 in (35.5 x 27 x 2.2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions Amphora (F, 2025)
ISBN:	9782757606513

Alpine - Une icône française

Created in 1955, the first Alpine stood out for its performance, thanks to the technical choices of its founder, Jean Rédélé. A visionary and passionate racer, he designed a lightweight, simple car using Renault parts.

The A106 was based on the Renault 4 CV with a polyester body. In the 1970s, Alpine reached the top, winning the World Rally Championship with the legendary Berlinette A110 and claiming victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with Renault. This success earned it recognition from major car manufacturers.

In 2017, Renault revived Alpine with the new A110, staying true to its heritage while embracing the future.

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Author:	Ivan Magot
Details:	168 pages, 7.9 x 11.2 in (20 x 28.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions E/P/A (F, 2018)
ISBN:	9782851209795

Alpine : Le Sang Bleu

In 2017, the introduction of a new Alpine marked the revival of a brand that had disappeared for 22 years. Founded in 1955 by Jean Rédélé, Alpine became a respected name in motorsport, particularly in rallying.

Using Renault engines enhanced by Amédée Gordini and Marc Mignotet, Alpine pioneered an innovative structure, the tubular chassis. Its most iconic model, the Berlinette A110, dominated European rallying in the 1960s before winning the first World Rally Championship in 1973.

Alpine also made history at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, securing victory in 1978 under Renault. Today, the strong collector interest, reflected in auction prices, proves that passion for the brand remains alive.

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Author:	Christian Descombes
Details:	100 pages, 12 x 8.7 x 0.55 in (30.5 x 22 x 1.4 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions Heimdal (F, 2018)
ISBN:	9782840485087

Alpine GTA et A610 - talents à découvrir

Following the success of the Alpine A 110 and A 310, the GTA generation faces a tough task in a challenging historical and economic context. Renault, Alpine's new owner, struggles with technical and geopolitical issues to maintain the bold, clever spirit of this competition-born brand. Still, the Alpine V6 GT and V6 Turbo impress with their technical and aesthetic qualities, now viewed with surprise and fondness. Succeeding the GTA during tough economic times, the striking A 610 proudly upholds the legacy of the famous Dieppe brand despite the odds.
This book offers a close look at a decade of Alpine's history, spotlighting the last two models before a long break.

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Author:	Dominique Pagneux
Details:	192 pages, 11.8 x 9.7 x 0.75 in (30 x 24.5 x 1.9 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	French
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2024)
ISBN:	9782385140861

Alpine, de l'ambition à la légende

NEW

In 2025, Alpine celebrates its seventieth anniversary. This book recounts, day by day, a rich history that began even before the brand was officially founded, with the first berlinettas designed by Jean Rédélé using Renault components. From the start, Alpine developed alongside the diamond-shaped brand.

From 1955 to 1995, it represented French motorsport through handcrafted cars and an outstanding record, in rallying and at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. After 1995, the Alpine name gave way to Renault Sport, while the Dieppe factory continued to produce the group's most high-performance models.

In 2016, Renault chose to revive Alpine. A new chapter then opened, with a new range, concept cars, and involvement in endurance racing and Formula 1. This book traces Alpine's full journey, from its origins to its revival.

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Author:	Serge Bellu
Details:	272 pages, 11.6 x 9.7 x 0.98 in (29.5 x 24.5 x 2.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2025)
ISBN:	9782385141103