Adhesion to the Rail - A Trackside Journey by Andrew McBain (Photographer, By (photographer))

$60.00 AUD

Category: Transport

A 192 page personal photographic journey showcasing 30 years of my railway adventures throughout South Eastern Australia.

Speed Kings: Australians' Quest to Win the World's Greatest Motor Race by John Smailes

$32.99 AUD

Category: Transport

The fascinating, definitive story of Australia and New Zealand's quest to win the world's greatest motor race. Winning the Indianapolis 500, the greatest spectacle in motorsport, has been a quest for Australians and New Zealanders since the first race in 1911. Seventeen have tried and two have succeede d: Scott Dixon in 2008 and Will Power in 2018. Rupert Jeffkins, Australia's original speed king, entered the first Indy 500 and on his second attempt in 1912 came within five kilometres of victory. He and Italian Ralph De Palma created legend when they pushed their car to the finish line after it blew up while leading. Speed Kings tells Jeffkins' full story for the first time.The lure of the Brickyard, paved with 3.2 million bricks, has drawn champions from both sides of the Tasman. Sir Jack Brabham, his son Geoffrey and grandson Matthew have each tried to win. So have the 'big three' of New Zealand motor racing: Bruce McLaren, Denny Hulme and Chris Amon. Now Scott McLaughlin looks set to become the next driver from down under to chase American motor racing's greatest prize.Indy doesn't offer up victory lightly. Blinding speed - nudging 380 km/h and averaging 280 km/h over 500 miles - makes the Brickyard one of the most precarious racetracks in the world. Forty-two drivers have died attempting the 500. Speed Kings tells the story of the Australian and New Zealand drivers, team owners, engineers, even commentators who've made the Brickyard their quest.   ...Show more

Porsche by Steve Lanham; Philip Raby

$9.95 AUD

Category: Transport | Series: Little Bks.

The Little Book of Porsche, written by Philip Raby, motoring journalist, tells the story of one of the world's most exciting cars, from the days of Ferdinand Porsche right up to the present day. We take a look at the chronological story of the car, with fascinating detail about its conception and birth. Also included are Top Trumps style specifications for 40 models. ...Show more

My Cool Convertible: An Inspirational Guide to Stylish Convertibles by Chris Haddon

$29.99 AUD

Category: Transport | Series: My Cool Ser.

This latest title in the highly successful 'my cool' vehicle series covers the world of open top motoring. Cruising in a convertible car with the top down started out as an American summer tradition and for many drivers around the world there is nothing better than driving down a country lane with the r oof down, the wind sweeping your hair and the sun beating on your neck. The book includes a broad mix of 'cool' convertibles, and their owners, from vintage to classic and modern, with eye-catching photography and locations, captured by specialist car photographer Lyndon McNeil. Convertible cars come in all shapes and sizes from compact city cabriolets such as the Talbot Samba to roadsters such as the Lotus Elan Sprint and grand tourers such as the Aston Martin DB6. Every one of them enjoys a sense of open-air freedom and greater involvement in the driving experience. Think sun, wind and speed. In many ways, the convertible car is the ultimate expression of automotive indulgence. A car with a roof is sensible but a car without a roof is sexy, scintillating and, given the chance, most of us would pay through the nose to own one. From the timeless designs of early models (Lagonda, Rolls Royce Phantom II Continental, Frazer Nash BMW and the MG) to the mid century cars (Nash Metropolitan, Land Rover, Bristol and Renault Caravelle) and the retro/modern (Saab 900, Honda S800, Peugeot 304, VW Golf, Mercedes 380SL and Porsche 914), convertibles are among the most popular and desirable of cars. The convertible has gone through extreme highs and lows during more than a century of automotive history, from near ubiquity at the dawn of the car industry to nearly disappearing in the 1970s; and now once again being a highly popular type of car. The cars featured illustrate the highs and the lows of convertible design and show how convertible technology advanced from simple cloth tops (the 1931 Rolls Royce Phantom II Continental is an early example) to the advanced self-folding roofs of today and many other design features. Some of the most stylish marques are included: the most expensive in the book is the Frazer Nash BMW and the rarest the Fiat 1100 Barchetta. Word Count 25,000 ...Show more

VICTORIAN RAILWAYS - THE TANGERINE ERA by BILLY LEWIS - JOHN S

$50.00 AUD

$60.00 (16% off)

Category: Transport

vantage point by payne ted

$72.00 AUD

Category: Transport

It Happened in a Holden 2nd Edition by Paddy O'Reilly (Editor)

$29.99 AUD

Category: Transport

roaring through the 20's by burke, david

$19.99 AUD

Category: Transport

Old Stationary Engines: Identification Guide by Ken Arnold

$29.95 AUD

Category: Transport

Reproduced old advertisements and photographs from around the rallies and museums. An excellent identification guide.

My Cool Scooter - An Inspirational Guide to Stylish Scooters by Chris Haddon

$29.99 AUD

Category: Transport | Series: My Cool Ser.

Following on from My Cool Motorcyle, a celebration of stylish scooters and the strong fraternity among scooter riders   Much more than just a mode of transport, the humble scooter is fashionable, stylish, and trendy. As many of the stories featured here demonstrate, owners take their scooters on mir aculous adventures form city streets to glorious country escapes. Taking examples from across different continents and cultures, this book explores the most iconic brands of scooter, from Vespa and Prima to Cushman and Goggo. Each section covers a selection of historical information, owners' stories, and vehicle notes. For scooter owners or those interested in scooter history, this book will inspire and intrigue. ...Show more

The Train Book (The Definitive Visual History)

$49.99 AUD

Category: Transport | Series: The Definitive Visual History

Definitive visual history and glorious celebration of all things train and trackThe Train Booktraces the history and role of trains from the first steam engines to diesel engines and then to today's high-speed bullet trains. You'll take a journey through the most important trains of each period and see iconic trains such as the Orient Express, the Fairy Queen, the Mallard and the Javelin in incredible detail, discovering the anatomy of these legendary engines. The Train Bookgives you a truly international view of trains, exploring some of the world's most impressive rail routes from South Africa to Siberia, including the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and the high-speed Japanese Tokaido Shinkansen line. You'll discover the stories of key innovators, designers and engineers who advanced rail travel, the challenges they faced and the cultural backdrop against which the railways were built. The Train Bookis the perfect gift for train enthusiasts of all ages. ...Show more

bulldog odyssey, a by bambery, george

$59.99 AUD

Category: Transport