Facel Vega car books - history and models

Facel Vega (1954-1964) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Facel Vega models from the years 1954-1964. Describes the Facel Vega FVS, HK500, Excellence, Vega Sport, Facellia, GT Coupé, Facellia 1600, F2S, Facel II and Facel III Coupé.

• The 45 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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Details:	136 pages, 27 x 19.5 x 0.9 cm / 10.6 x 7.7 x 0.35 in, paperback
Illustrations:	350 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 2002)
ISBN:	9781855205970

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Facel-Vega - La grande histoire

In the 1950s, while French luxury car manufacturers were declining, Jean Daninos introduced his high-end coupe under the Facel-Vega brand in 1954. Powered by an American engine, this prestige vehicle marked the beginning of a lineage known for its flawless finishes and exceptional performance.

This book traces the history of the brand, detailing the evolution of each model until the company's liquidation in 1964. It provides an in-depth look at the technical and aesthetic features that made Facel-Vega cars icons of luxury and elegance.

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Author:	Romain Gaulin
Details:	57 pages, 27 x 21 x 0.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.16 in, paperback
Illustrations:	illustrated
Publisher:	Independently Published (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9798767302512

Facel Vega - Le grand tourisme à la française (Collection Prestige)

Jean Daninos, founder of Facel Véga, created Grand Tourisme coupes that rivaled the greatest names in automobiles. These cars stood out for their exceptional performance, as well as unparalleled luxury and comfort in their category.

Facel Véga's success was remarkable, attracting many celebrities, including royals, Hollywood stars, business leaders, and politicians from around the world, all charmed by this iconic car, a symbol of Parisian chic.

Beyond their sporty nature, Facel Véga cars were also the personal vehicles of renowned drivers such as Stirling Moss, Maurice Trintignant, and Nano Da Silva Ramos.
To meet the needs of diplomats, Jean Daninos created the Excellence sedan, whose luxury remains unmatched in French automobile production to this day.

This fifth edition offers an in-depth look at the fascinating story of Facel Véga, a brand that left a lasting mark on automobile history.

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Author:	Jean-Paul Chambrette, Dominique Bel, Michel Revoy, Michel G Renou
Details:	704 pages, 31 x 25.5 x 5.8 cm / 12.2 x 10 x 2.28 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2023)
Series:	Collection Prestige
ISBN:	9782385140359

Facel Véga: Der große französische Grand Tourisme

Ringo Starr, the Shah of Persia, Catherine Deneuve, Dean Martin, Ava Gardner, and Jean Marais - they all drove a Facel Vega in the 1950s and 60s. This French car represented fast and elegant Gran Turismo and was, for a brief time, the epitome of luxury and style.

This book tells the story of the Facel Vega and its smaller sister, the Facellia. The publisher, the Amicale Facel Vega, is more than just a brand club and has an exceptionally well-maintained archive. Many previously unpublished documents provide a unique look at the history of the cars, the company, and its main figures, especially Jean Daninos, the father of the Facel Vega.

With fantastic images, detailed background information, and countless never-before-seen documents, this work fills one of the last gaps in automotive history. It offers an exciting and detailed account of a thrilling era in automobile manufacturing and international society.

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Author:	Jean-Paul Chambrette, Dominique Bel, Michel G. Renou, Michel Revoy, Amicale Facel Véga
Details:	576 pages, 29.5 x 24.5 cm / 11.6 x 9.7 in, hardback, in cassette
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Heel-Verlag GmbH (D, 2017)
ISBN:	9783958433557