Talbot Samba, Horizon, Rancho, 1307 and Solara: books

Talbot 1978-1987

Simca, after rapid growth and a reputation for producing both attractive and popular cars, underwent several structural changes in the 1960s. Ten years later, the Chrysler-Europe empire became Talbot, marking the end of an era.

This book explores this journey, aiming to understand how what seemed to be an unparalleled advancement turned into a monumental failure. It delves into the foundations of the agreement, its stated and hidden goals, and the men involved in the project.

The book traces the evolution of the products, from Simca's inherited models to those born under the Talbot name. It covers ten years of a dynamic and exciting adventure, but the fatal outcome is understood through the ambitions, egos, and illusions of the people involved.

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Author:	Dominique Pagneux
Details:	192 pages, 29 x 24 cm / 11.4 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	500 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2020)
ISBN:	9791028303754

La Rancho de mon père

With the Rancho, Matra happily surfed the wave of the 1970s rural escape, where the green motorcycle had found a place among bucolic leisure activities. Also, to get away from the well-trodden path of sports vehicles, Philippe Guédon had the intuition to create a "green car", halfway between the Méhari and the Range-Rover. His team imagined a leisure car, with the look of a 4x4 with a trendy look, based on the Simca 1100 in its VF2 pick-up version.

Produced in 56 457 units from 1977 to 1984, the Rancho enjoyed unexpected success for Matra and Simca. Equipped with the 1442 cm³ engine, it is a front-wheel drive whose crossing qualities have been optimized to allow it to crisscross sunken roads, discovering nature. It has brought joy to many families who were attracted by its friendly appearance, but also to traders and craftsmen who were interested in its generous loading volume (from 1005 dm3 to 2200 dm3) for multiple transports.

• Richly illustrated, this book is dedicated to the famous Matra-Simca Rancho of the years 1977-1984.
• Retraces in detail the history and evolution of the Matra-Simca / Talbot-Matra Rancho.
• This volume of the collection "La voiture de mon père" is not only a source of in-depth information for the owner, but also a concise guide to originality.
• The technique, variants, modifications and special versions are described in detail.
• Contains more than 280 period photos, often unpublished.

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Author:	André Dewael
Details:	120 pages, 21.5 x 24 cm / 8.5 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	281 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2014)
Series:	De mon père
ISBN:	9791028300159

La Talbot Samba de mon père

In 1982, Talbot, relaunched by PSA after the purchase of Chrysler France, introduced the Samba. This model marked a turning point for the brand, which had lacked a truly competitive car for several years.
The Samba, born from a collaboration between Poissy and Peugeot, offered unique characteristics and qualities that set it apart from the Peugeot 104.

Quickly, several versions were launched, including the convertible and rally variants. The Samba became a success, with special editions like "Sympa" and "Bahia" marking its career.

Despite its popularity, the model's production ended after six years due to internal issues related to the Peugeot and Simca network merger. The Samba remains in memory as an elegant entry-level car, especially in its convertible version.

This richly illustrated book covers the history of the Talbot Samba from 1981 to 1986. It details the model's evolution, special versions, and technical modifications. Over 200 period photos, often unpublished, accompany this essential guide for enthusiasts and owners.

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Author:	Christian Caze
Details:	120 pages, 21.5 x 24 cm / 8.5 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	200 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2015)
Series:	De mon père
ISBN:	9791028300531

Les Simca 1307, Solara et dérivés de mon père

Car of the Year 1976, the new Simca 1307/1308 quickly won over customers with its safety and road holding inherited from the Simca 1100. Its elegant line and fifth door made it a great commercial success. After the acquisition of Chrysler's European subsidiaries by PSA, the Talbot 1510 and Solara derived from it were the last heirs of the Simca from Poissy.

Find the genesis of this vehicle, the fruit of the joint work of Chrysler's European subsidiaries, and its developments year after year. As usual, the author pays particular attention to the special series that have punctuated its career and to the particularities of the versions built in foreign factories in England, Spain or Finland.

• Richly illustrated, this book is dedicated to the famous Simca 1307/1308 and Solara series.
• Retraces in detail the history and evolution.
• This volume of the collection "La voiture de mon père" is not only a source of in-depth information for the owner, but also a concise guide to originality.
• The technique, variants, modifications and special versions are described in detail.
• Also deals with manufacturing abroad.
• Contains 250 period photos, often unpublished.

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Author:	Gilles Colboc
Details:	120 pages, 21.5 x 24 cm / 8.5 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	about 180 b&w and 50 colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2012)
Series:	De mon père
ISBN:	9782726895870