Beautiful Machines: The Era of the Elegant Sports Car

Blake Z. Rong, 2019

Overview

Embark on a grand tour of the most stylish grand motoring automobiles ever created. This book evokes an era when elegance, romance, and performance defined the automobile, sharing fascinating stories that turned these vehicles into road icons. From the shark-inspired Maserati Ghibli and the fiery Lamborghini Miura to European elegance with American power in the Iso Grifo and Facel Vega, the collection highlights groundbreaking designs and advanced technology.

Who it's for

• Enthusiasts of classic and sports cars.
• Readers interested in automotive history and design.
• Those who appreciate the intersection of engineering and art.

Key features

• Language: English
• Hardcover binding
• 320 pages
• ISBN: 9783899559880
• Publisher: Gestalten
• Year: 2019