In Praise Of Veteran & Vintage Cars In Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding condition: Good.
Few passions run as deep as the love affair between Australians and their historic automobiles, and In Praise of Veteran & Vintage Cars in Australia captures this devotion with authority and warmth. Bryan Hanrahan chronicles the rich heritage of veteran and vintage motoring on Australian soil, presenting a detailed portrait of the machines that shaped a nation's road culture — from the earliest horseless carriages to the elegant pre-war classics that still turn heads at rallies and shows today. The book details the stories behind iconic marques and models that found their way to Australian shores, illustrating how these vehicles were adapted to, and beloved within, the unique Australian landscape. Hanrahan writes with the enthusiasm of a true aficionado, grounding each chapter in meticulous research while maintaining an accessible and celebratory tone that will resonate with collectors and casual enthusiasts alike. The work stands as both a historical record and a tribute to the dedicated community of restorers and preservationists who keep these mechanical treasures alive. For anyone captivated by the gleam of polished chrome and the rumble of a vintage engine, this is an essential volume — one that leaves the reader wondering just which magnificent machine might be waiting around the next bend in the road.
Author: Bryan Hanrahan
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, Rigby
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding condition: Good.
Few passions run as deep as the love affair between Australians and their historic automobiles, and In Praise of Veteran & Vintage Cars in Australia captures this devotion with authority and warmth. Bryan Hanrahan chronicles the rich heritage of veteran and vintage motoring on Australian soil, presenting a detailed portrait of the machines that shaped a nation's road culture — from the earliest horseless carriages to the elegant pre-war classics that still turn heads at rallies and shows today. The book details the stories behind iconic marques and models that found their way to Australian shores, illustrating how these vehicles were adapted to, and beloved within, the unique Australian landscape. Hanrahan writes with the enthusiasm of a true aficionado, grounding each chapter in meticulous research while maintaining an accessible and celebratory tone that will resonate with collectors and casual enthusiasts alike. The work stands as both a historical record and a tribute to the dedicated community of restorers and preservationists who keep these mechanical treasures alive. For anyone captivated by the gleam of polished chrome and the rumble of a vintage engine, this is an essential volume — one that leaves the reader wondering just which magnificent machine might be waiting around the next bend in the road.