Classic American cars - Quentin Willson

Immortalized in film and literature
great American cars are the supreme expression of the beauty
extravagance and eccentricity of 20th-century USA. In Classic American Cars Quentin Willson introduces a fascinating selection of automobiles
from the 1949 Cadillac Sedanette to the 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
the 1955 Ford Thunderbird to the 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
bringing to each one his sharp appreciation and eye for detail. Cars That Changed the World American cars from the 1940s to the 1970s embodied the nation's post-Second World War spirit of optimism and modernity. Their styling was opulent; they were 'land yachts' with hugely powerful engines
their drivers blissfully untroubled by worries about oil crises
fuel consumption and air pollution. American cars were the envy of the world. A Gallery of Dreams Superb specially commissioned photographs
taken from every angle
build up into a comprehensive portrait of 60 unequalled masterpieces. Fascinating technical
design and historical detail makes this an indispensable reference work. For seasoned driver or wannabe owner alike
this book is the visual guide that redefines classic American cars.