Feature
●A great trip backward through time for any gearhead. The “Muscle Cars” details the 20 years of these vehicles ruling the road
●Whether open or closed, it adds a touch of uniqueness to any space
●The Graphic Image Rebound Book provides a sense of extravagance thanks to its luxurious handbound black leather hardcover
●Comprehensive data and a strong look into the build of these cars and how they fit into the whole muscle car scene
●It provides specs on the engines and features stunning pictures. A great coffee table book for any decor.
Description
GRAPHIC IMAGE BOOKS - LEATHER BOUND BY HAND IN THE USA - Leather goods to last a lifetime.
Chevrolet may not have been the original creator of the overhead-valve pushrod V-8 engine, but they certainly mastered it under the guidance of Ed Cole. Although they werent the first to incorporate this engine design into a production car, they were trailblazers in making it accessible and affordable for the average driver.
The year 1955 holds a special place in automotive history as a significant turning point, as the birth of the affordable performance car revolutionized the driving experience forever. The introduction of the 1955 Chevrolet had a profound impact on society, offering an affordable American sedan equipped with a powerful performance engine that transformed not only the act of driving but also the mindset of an entire generation. Prior to this milestone, cars were viewed merely as necessary appliances, comparable to refrigerators or vacuum cleaners, but Chevrolets breakthrough turned American culture into a vibrant car culture.
During the classic era, Chevrolet reigned supreme in the muscle-car scene. Legendary vehicles like the iconic Impala SS, known for its 409 engine popularized by the Beach Boys, dominated drag strips across America. The Z16 Chevelle Malibu SS396 became the muscle car of choice for everyday drivers, while the Camaro redefined the pony car genre into true muscle cars. And we cannot overlook the LS6 engine, which represented the pinnacle of power during that era.
- Bound by hand in bonded leather
- 176 pages
- Size: 9.7" W x 1" D x 11.5" H
This book brilliantly captures the triumphs of these legendary vehicles that ruled the road over an incredible 20-year period.
Hand Made Quality and Consistency - Made in Long Island, N.Y. USA
- Forty years of experience has its advantages; it is the ownership of our own manufacturing that insures our quality and commitments.
- For our customers, this means; - No surprises; the unknown can be managed because we don’t rely on outside suppliers.
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- A family-run factory is a place where you can hold in your hands in the afternoon something that was only an idea in the morning. Walk through our factory on any given day and see in front of you the production of fine books, leather frames, totes, clutches, accessories, and letter press stationery all being worked on at the same time. But most of all, see so many of the faces of the people working with their hands; product, pride and satisfaction everywhere.