Bond car books - history and models

Lawrie Bond, Microcar Man - An Illustrated History of Bond Cars

This book explores the story of the Bond Minicar, the first post-war British microcar to enter mass production.
Designed by Lawrence "Lawrie" Bond, the three-wheeled motorcycle-powered Minicar provided affordable personal transport during a time of post-war austerity, when traditional vehicles were out of reach for many. While later "bubble cars" are better known, the Bond Minicar remains largely forgotten.

Lawrie Bond, a talented automotive designer, was behind a range of innovative vehicles, from lightweight motorcycles and scooters like the Minibyke, Lilliput, and Gazelle to other microcars such as the Berkeley and Opperman Unicar. He also worked on the Bond 875 and styled the Equipe GT sports car.

This book thoroughly covers Bond's designs, showcasing his passion for motor racing, which led to the creation of several racing cars, some of which still compete in historic events today. The story is richly illustrated, providing a complete look at Bond's contributions to the automotive world.

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Bond Three & Four Wheelers 1948-1974 - Brooklands Portfolio

Lawrence Lawrie Bond (1907-1974) worked as a designer at the Meadows engine factory and then at the Blackburn aircraft factory, before starting his own engineering business in 1944. The first Bond three-wheeler appeared in 1948, with more normal sports cars following later.

This Brooklands Portfolio book describes the Bond three-wheelers Mk A, B, C, D, E, F, G, the 875 and the Bug. Also, the four-wheeled models Equipe, GT 2+2 and GT4S (with Triumph components) as well as the 2 litre Mk 1 and 2.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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