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Jeep Off-road Vehicles: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Explore the best illustrated books on Jeep off-road vehicles. Discover the history, models and evolution of Jeep off-road vehicles. Perfect for enthousiasts, collectors, and anyone passionate about Jeep..

Off Road Jeeps - Civilian & Military (1944-1971)

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring military and civil Jeep's from the period 1944-1971. Describes the models:
- Jeep CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-5, M38, CJ-3B
- Jeep M606, 381 A, 28, 29, M606 A2, M606 A3, M170
- American Motors M422 Mighty-Mite
- Ford M151 Mutt.

The 41 period articles, brought together from leading British and American magazines, provide much information about history, variants, use and technology.

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Details:100 pages, 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.39 in (27 x 20 x 1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:400 photos and drawings
Language:English
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1992)
ISBN:9780946489831
Book cover: Off Road Jeeps - Civilian & Military (1944-1971) | Brooklands

Off Road Jeeps - Civilian & Military (1944-1971)

Language: English

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Jeep : Eight Decades from Willys to Wrangler

Few vehicles are as instantly recognizable as the Jeep. From WWII military models to the modern Wrangler with its open-air design, rear spare wheel, and roll cage, the Jeep has become a true automotive icon.

In this book, automotive writer Patrick R. Foster traces Jeep's design and production from its origins during World War II to the present. He covers its role in the American war effort, corporate changes, financial challenges, successes, and the vehicles that have defined the brand over decades.

The book features over 200 historical photographs, in both color and black-and-white, as well as period advertisements. The narrative has been updated to include five years of new models and prototypes, Jeep's return to the pickup market, and recent commercial achievements.
This illustrated history highlights the enduring appeal of Jeep vehicles and their place as symbols of American engineering, resilience, and adventure.

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Author:Patrick R. Foster
Details:192 pages, 9.7 x 8.25 x 0.59 in (24.5 x 21 x 1.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:200+ b&w and color photos
Language:English
Publisher:Motorbooks International (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9780760366554
Book cover: Jeep : Eight Decades from Willys to Wrangler | Motorbooks

Jeep : Eight Decades from Willys to Wrangler

Language: English

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Jeep 1941-2000 Photo Archive

This grand collection of archive photographs illustrates the complete evolution of Jeep, including the early Jeeps (CJ2, 3, 7 and 8, and Wrangler), Jeepster, Jeep Station Wagon/Sedan Delivery, Jeepster Commando, Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer, Cherokee, and the popular Grand Cherokee.

Also features Jeep trucks - the FC, Gladiator, J10 and J15. Contains extensive production figures and specs.

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Author:Peter C. Sessler
Details:128 pages, 8.5 x 10.25 x 0.51 in (21.5 x 26 x 1.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:119 b&w photos
Language:English
Publisher:Iconografix (USA, 2000)
ISBN:9781583880210
Book cover: Jeep 1941-2000 | Iconografix

Jeep 1941-2000

Language: English

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The Jeep: History of a World War II Legend

A detailed, highly illustrated look at the legendary World War II era Jeep. Detailed text discusses Jeep planning, development and production, then moves into its World War II variants, specialized equipment, accessories and use by other Allied forces. Nearly 200 high-quality color and war-era photos show the Jeep in its many functions. Up-close, detailed images show the differences between variant types.

This book is a concise reference for the Jeep enthusiast, historian and restorer.

English-language edition of the French book "La Jeep : L'histoire d'une légende".

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Author:David Dalet, Christophe Le Bitoux
Details:80 pages, 12 x 9.1 x 0.59 in (30.5 x 23 x 1.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:196 color photos
Language:English
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2013)
ISBN:9780764344602
Book cover: The Jeep: History of a World War II Legend | Schiffer

The Jeep: History of a World War II Legend

Language: English

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Jeep Prototypes & Concept Vehicles Photo Archive

You're invited behind the scenes to witness the abundant variety of Jeep prototypes and concept vehicles. Jeep has undergone many ownership changes during its lifetime. Yet the extraordinary effort to produce new Jeep designs has remained constant.
Most of these designs did not endure beyond the design study or drawing stage, as many of the companies who have owned Jeep (up until 1987) lacked the resources to produce actual concept cars and prototypes. More recently, Jeep concept vehicles from Chrysler Corporation have been nothing short of amazing.

Now you can observe these rare vehicles up close through the exquisite photographs and illustrations in this book. See designers' sketches, cutaway drawings, clay models, concept vehicles, early Brooks Stevens designs and more. If you're a Jeep enthusiast, you'll love this exceptional book.

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Author:Peter C. Sessler
Details:128 pages, 8.5 x 10.25 x 0.31 in (21.5 x 26 x 0.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:125 b&w photos
Language:English
Publisher:Iconografix (USA, 2000)
ISBN:9781583880333
Book cover: Jeep Prototypes & Concept Vehicles | Iconografix

Jeep Prototypes & Concept Vehicles

Language: English

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Jeep - Sur les traces de la légende

"Jeep - Sur les traces de la légende" aims to be the reference work on the most legendary brand of 4x4 vehicles. The history and commercial career of the Jeep are faithfully traced, from 1941 to the present day, each model of the Toledo firm is meticulously detailed.

Using eloquent archive photos and multiple shots of restored vehicles, this book offers another look at this brand that has become extraordinary. Thus, with its 350 pages and 700 photos (mostly unpublished), this true Jeep bible will appeal to both the seasoned collector and the simple off-road vehicle enthusiast.

From the original Jeep, a symbol of freedom for an entire generation, to its remarkable civilian descendants, this book devotes particular attention to the tumultuous evolution of the Jeep brand over its six decades of existence.
Through this tribute dedicated to the Jeep, you will also be able to discover the fabulous technological evolution of the pioneer brand of the modern 4x4, both in its military and civilian worlds. In short, the authors of this book have no other goal than to help you better understand why the birth of the Jeep is indeed a miracle, its history a legend and its name, now a myth.

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Author:D. Dalet, C. Le Bitoux
Details:288 pages, 12.2 x 9.25 in (31 x 23.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:200 b&w and 600 color photos
Language:French
Publisher:ETAI (F, 2003)
ISBN:9782726883396
Book cover: Jeep - Sur les traces de la légende | ETAI

Jeep - Sur les traces de la légende

Language: French

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Jeep - Histoire d'une légende américaine

The Jeep is undoubtedly one of America's major contributions to automotive history. Specialist journalist Patrick R. Foster details seventy years of history here, starting with the creation of the Jeep, the one that allowed the Allies to defeat the Axis forces during the Second World War, up to the Cherokee and other current SUVs, without forgetting the adored CJ and Wrangler.
He takes us through the twists and turns of successive takeovers, financial slumps, but also reveals the successes and, above all, the robust machines that allow the brand to post record figures today.

Three hundred color photos and black and white archive photos illustrate this historical work of expertise. "Jeep - Histoire d'une légende américaine" is an exhaustive tribute to the manufacturer who took the most rugged tracks and now embodies American perseverance.

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Author:Patrick R. Foster
Details:192 pages, 11.2 x 9 in (28.5 x 24 cm), hardback
Illustrations:284 b&w and color photos
Language:French
Publisher:ETAI (F, 2015)
ISBN:9791028300371
Book cover: Jeep - Histoire d'une légende américaine | ETAI

Jeep - Histoire d'une légende américaine

Language: French

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Jeep - Das Original kennt keine Grenzen

Freedom, adventure, authenticity and passion - that's what the Jeep brand has stood for for around 80 years. The light US military vehicle from Willys Overland Motors, which drove US GIs and officers around the world during the Second World War, was transformed into a civilian version after the war, which was constantly being developed further.

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Pages of the book "Jeep - Das Original kennt keine Grenzen"

Today, the US Jeep is a vehicle legend that symbolizes an entire vehicle category - the off-road vehicle. One more reason to tell the story of Jeep vehicles and to bring together all models from their beginnings to the present day in one volume. An absolute highlight - not just for off-road fans!

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Author:Joachim Hack
Details:256 pages, 10.6 x 9.25 x 0.83 in (27 x 23.5 x 2.1 cm), hardback
Illustrations:200 b&w and color photos
Language:German
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2021)
ISBN:9783613043664
Book cover: Jeep - Das Original kennt keine Grenzen | Motorbuch

Jeep - Das Original kennt keine Grenzen

Language: German

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