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Buick (1947-1962) - Brooklands Portfolio
Brooklands Portfolio book about the Buick models from the years 1947-1962. Describes the Buick Dynaflow, 50-Series Super, Roadmaster 41, Super Riviera V8, Century, Century Special, Roadmaster Special, Special Estate Wagon, Century Hardtop, Limited, Invicta, Electra, Electra 225, Le Sabre, Special, Skylark and Wildcat.
The 44 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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140 pages, 27 x 20 x 0.8 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.31 in, paperback
Brooklands Portfolio book about the Buick sports models from the years 1963-1973. Describes the Buick Skylark Special, Wildcat, Electra 225, Super Wildcat, LeSabre 400 Sport Coupé, Skylark Gran Sport, Riviera Gran Sport, GS400, California GS, GS430, Stage 1 GS400, GS455, GS455 Stage 1, GS350, GSX455, GSX455 Stage 1, Centurion and Century Regal.
The 33 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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140 pages, 27 x 20 x 0.9 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.35 in, paperback
Brooklands Portfolio book about the Buick Riviera models from the years 1963-1978. Describes the Buick Riviera 401, 425, Gran Sport 425, 430, 430GS, 455GS, 455 Stage 1, 455, 403 and 350.
The 37 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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140 pages, 27 x 20 x 0.9 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.35 in, paperback
David Buick's Marvelous Motor Car: The men and the automobile that launched General Motors
David Buick led a team that created gasoline engines for motor cars that were truly remarkable. They were powerful, durable and efficient engines that proved formidable on race tracks and in hill climbs. And, more important, those engines provided the power to negotiate the deeply rutted mud, clay and sand roads that often defeated other cars in the early 20th century.
David Buick created one of two big story lines that connected in Flint, Michigan, in 1904. His theme was about a faltering little company with a great engine, Buick Motor Company. The other big story line was that of the brilliant organizer and promoter, William C. Durant. When Durant was introduced to the Buick automobile, it was almost like an explosion in the business world. That combination, Durant and Buick, formed the beginning of General Motors.
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Author:
Lawrence R. Gustin
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306 pages, 23 x 15.5 x 2.5 cm / 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.98 in, hardback
Illustrations:
profusely illustrated
Publisher:
Sloan Museum (USA, 2018)
ISBN:
9780692996737
David Buick's Marvelous Motor Car: The men and the automobile that launched General Motors
This book explores Buick, General Motors' oldest division, during its peak years from 1946 to 1960. After World War II, Buick aimed to strengthen its position with large, prestigious cars powered by straight-eight engines. By 1954, Buick had risen to third place in U.S. sales, surpassing Plymouth. However, styling missteps in 1957 and 1958 led to a decline in its market position. The book features high-quality original factory photos, capturing Buick's growth and popularity during this era. It highlights key design elements such as 'ventiports, ' Dynaflow drive, and chrome sweep spears - features that became symbols of American automotive history.
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Author:
Byron Olsen
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128 pages, 21.5 x 25.5 x 0.6 cm / 8.5 x 10 x 0.24 in, paperback
Presented are all Buick convertible models from 1949 through 1964, including the Super, Special, Roadmaster, Century, Invicta, Electra 225, Limited Wildcat and Skylark. Over 150 large B&W photos. Details, specifications, and historial overviews. The perfect primer and quick reference guide.
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