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Corvette Racing : The Complete Competition History from Sebring to le Mans by David Kimble (2013, Hardcover)
Corvette Racing : The Complete Competition History from Sebring to le Mans by David Kimble (2013, Hardcover)
Corvette Racing : The Complete Competition History from Sebring to le Mans by David Kimble (2013, Hardcover)

Corvette Racing : The Complete Competition History from Sebring to le Mans by David Kimble (2013, Hardcover)

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  • Author: David Kimble
  • Book Title: Corvette Racing : the Complete Competition History from Sebring to Le Mans
  • Dewey Decimal: 796.72
  • Dewey Edition: 23
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Genre: Transportation, Sports & Recreation
  • ISBN-10: 0760343438
  • ISBN-13: 9780760343432
  • Illustrator: Yes
  • Intended Audience: Trade
  • Item Height: 1.2 in
  • Item Length: 12.5 in
  • Item Weight: 69 Oz
  • Item Width: 10.2 in
  • LC Classification Number: GV1029
  • LCCN: 2012-474344
  • Language: English
  • Number of Pages: 256 Pages
  • Publication Year: 2013
  • Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
  • Reviews: "...this very thorough effort adds much new information, presented in a beautifully produced and designed package. Loaded with excellent photography and author David Kimble's famous cutaway illustrations, the chronological account deftly weaves production model details into the competition history- engineers, designers, drivers, tracks and races all part of this pleasurable read. Both 'Vette lovers and motorsports enthusiasts will find this book worthy of a special place in their library." -  Vintage Motorsport, "Corvette Racing, by David Kimble, documents the complete racing history of the Chevrolet Corvette, from Sebring to LeMans. The book covers the early day of the Corvette SCCA Club Racing, up to and including more current programs like ALMS. With 256 pages and over 200 images, it's a must have for Corvette fans." - SCCA  SportsCar  magazine, "...this very thorough effort adds much new information, presented in a beautifully produced and designed package. Loaded with excellent photography and author David Kimble's famous cutaway illustrations, the chronological account deftly weaves production model details into the competition history- engineers, designers, drivers, tracks and races all part of this pleasurable read. Both 'Vette lovers and motorsports enthusiasts will find this book worthy of a special place in their library." - Vintage Motorsport, 'a huge amount of research has clearly gone into the preparation of this superb book. Corvette fans will love it!', "It's a story that's been told before, but this very thorough effort adds much new information, presented in a beautifully produced and designed package. Loaded with excellent photography and author David Kimble's famous cutaway illustrations, the chronological account deftly weaves production model details into the competition history- engineers, designers, drivers, tracks and races all part of this pleasurable read. Both 'Vette lovers and motorsport enthusiasts will find this book worthy of a special place in their library." -  Vintage Motorsport Magazine, "It's a story that's been told before, but this very thorough effort adds much new information, presented in a beautifully produced and designed package. Loaded with excellent photography and author David Kimble's famous cutaway illustrations, the chronological account deftly weaves production model details into the competition history- engineers, designers, drivers, tracks and races all part of this pleasurable read. Both 'Vette lovers and motorsport enthusiasts will find this book worthy of a special place in their library." - Vintage Motorsport Magazine, "Like all red-blooded Americans, we're obsessed with the Corvette. From the 1953 first generation to the brand new Stingray, for 60 years Chevrolet's iconic sports car has brought gearheads the world over to their knees. (Let's just say we cried when Walter destroyed one in The Big Lebowski.) Now, even if your daily ride is a '74 Gremlin, you can enjoy the power, beauty, and mechanical sexiness of the 'Vette thanks to a new coffee table book called Corvette: The Complete Competition History from Sebring to Le Mans by automotive writer David Kimble. Pictured in racing venues from endurance events and hillclimbs to drag strips and GT races over all six decades of its existence, the Corvette has never looked better. Check out some of the best shots below, then find some room for the book next to your collection of remotes." - MAXIM.com
  • Synopsis: Chevy's Corvette is without question one of the most recognized sports cars in the world. Since its introduction at GM's Motorama, Corvettes have been favorites for fans and drivers in a wide variety of racing venues, including endurance events, hillclimbs, Trans-Am, drag racing, and GT Racing. For six decades, Corvettes have battled and defeated some of the the biggest names in the sports car world--Ferrari, Porsche, Cobra, Jaguar--at storied road courses like Le Mans, Daytona, the Nurburgring, Sebring, and Laguna Seca. Beginning with the Real McCoy, a Zora Arkus-Duntov special raced at Sebring in 1956, this book draws on the history of factory-sponsored and private racing efforts, chronicling the history of the various Vettes that have been put to the test as racing machines. Noted automotive writer and renowned artist David Kimble delves deep into Vette's on-track history to provide the most thorough Corvette racing history ever published. Corvette Racing is illustrated with rare images from GM's media and design archives and complemented by Kimble's own stunning cutaway artwork. For Corvette and racing fans, this book is the definitive word on Corvette's nearly 60 years of competition., Chevy's Corvette is without question one of the most recognized sports cars in the world. Since its introduction at GM's Motorama, Corvettes have been favorites for fans and drivers in a wide variety of racing venues, including endurance events, hillclimbs, Trans-Am, drag racing, and GT Racing. For six decades, Corvettes have battled and defeated some of the the biggest names in the sports car world--Ferrari, Porsche, Cobra, Jaguar--at storied road courses like Le Mans, Daytona, the N rburgring, Sebring, and Laguna Seca.Beginning with the Real McCoy, a Zora Arkus-Duntov special raced at Sebring in 1956, this book draws on the history of factory-sponsored and private racing efforts, chronicling the history of the various Vettes that have been put to the test as racing machines. Noted automotive writer and renowned artist David Kimble delves deep into Vette's on-track history to provide the most thorough Corvette racing history ever published. Corvette Racing is illustrated with rare images from GM's media and design archives and complemented by Kimble's own stunning cutaway artwork. For Corvette and racing fans, this book is the definitive word on Corvette's nearly 60 years of competition., Chevy's Corvette is without question one of the most recognized sports cars in the world. Since its introduction at GM's Motorama, Corvettes have been favorites for fans and drivers in a wide variety of racing venues, including endurance events, hillclimbs, Trans-Am, drag racing, and GT Racing. For six decades, Corvettes have battled and defeated some of the the biggest names in the sports car world--Ferrari, Porsche, Cobra, Jaguar--at storied road courses like Le Mans, Daytona, the Nürburgring, Sebring, and Laguna Seca. Beginning with the Real McCoy, a Zora Arkus-Duntov special raced at Sebring in 1956, this book draws on the history of factory-sponsored and private racing efforts, chronicling the history of the various Vettes that have been put to the test as racing machines. Noted automotive writer and renowned artist David Kimble delves deep into Vette's on-track history to provide the most thorough Corvette racing history ever published. Corvette Racing is illustrated with rare images from GM's media and design archives and complemented by Kimble's own stunning cutaway artwork. For Corvette and racing fans, this book is the definitive word on Corvette's nearly 60 years of competition.,   Since its introduction, Corvettes have been fan and driver favorites in a variety of racing disciplines. Automotive writer and artist David Kimble delved deep into the Corvette's on-track story to create this thorough racing history. Corvette Racing is illustrated with rare images from GM's photographic archive and complemented by Kimble's stunning cutaway artwork. For Corvette and racing fans, Corvette Racing is the definitive word on Corvette's nearly 60 years of competition.  
  • Topic: Motor Sports, Automotive / History, Automotive / General, Automotive / Pictorial
  • brand: Quarto Publishing Group USA
  • gtin13: 9780760343432

Description

This hardcover book titled "Corvette Racing: The Complete Competition History from Sebring to Le Mans" offers a comprehensive look into the motor sports history of the Corvette. The author, David Kimble, takes the reader on a journey through the world of automotive racing and the development of the Corvette. The book includes 256 pages of fascinating content, covering topics such as the Sebring and Le Mans races, as well as the history of the Corvette. The book is published by Quarto Publishing Group USA and features illustrations by an excellent illustrator. It has a length of 12.5 inches, a height of 1.2 inches, and a width of 10.2 inches. The book weighs 69 ounces and is in English language. This book is perfect for anyone interested in the history of the Corvette and motor sports in general. 718