The Spirit Of Saab

Author : Vaughan Grylls
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-05-11
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781849948807

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The Spirit of Saab by Vaughan Grylls Pdf

An evocative exploration of the iconic Saab brand, with beautiful photography and lively text that shows beyond all doubt why you should want to own one. Saab is a byword for style, performance quality and safety – the cars have a reputation for reliability and solidity, along with classic Scandinavian design that have made them the go-to car of creatives the world over. Although production ceased in 2011, Saabs are still highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors. This fascinating book outlines all the classic Saab models from 1949's pioneering Ursaab prototype to the last cars to drive off the production line in the early 2010s, including their world-beating rally cars of the 1960s and 70s and the best-selling Saab 900, with glorious vintage photographs and insightful explanation from Saab superfan Vaughan Grylls. The perfect gift for the car nut in your life, whether they've owned a Saab or not, this book sums up everything that's great about this truly classic brand.

Author : Lance Cole
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-18
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781847973528

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SAAB 99 & 900 by Lance Cole Pdf

Saab 99 and 900 is a detailed account of the cars that came from Saab, the aeroplane maker, whose first car - the 92 model - set the standard for advanced design epitomized by the 99 and 900 cars. The author delves deep into the cars' design and history, and into the core Saab values that they carried into production. Topics include: detailed design history of the 99 and 900; year-by-year developments; technically detailed engineering overviews; detailed specifications; advice on owning and buying and, finally, coverage of rallying and special models.

Author : Vaughan Grylls
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-03-07
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781849948029

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The Spirit of Saab by Vaughan Grylls Pdf

Fifty evocative photographs of classic Saab models paired with lively text that shows beyond all doubt why you should want to own one. Saab is a byword for style, performance, quality, and safety—the cars have a reputation for reliability and solidity, along with classic Scandinavian design that particularly appeals to people in the creative professions. Although production ceased in 2011, Saabs are still highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors. This fascinating book outlines all the classic Saab models, from 1949’s Saab 92 to the last cars to drive off the production line in the early 2010s, including iconic rally cars of the 1960s and ’70s and the best-selling Saab 900, with glorious vintage photographs and insightful explanation from Saab superfan Vaughan Grylls. This book is the perfect gift for the car nut in your life, whether they’ve owned a Saab or not, and sums up everything that’s great about this truly classic brand.

Author : Rolf Bleeker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3720517004

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The spirit of Saab by Rolf Bleeker Pdf

Author : Richard Horner
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781445653747

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The Classic Saab 900 by Richard Horner Pdf

The full story and complete reference guide for the iconic Saab 900

Author : Lance Cole
Publisher : Pen and Sword Transport
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781526775245

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Saab Celebration by Lance Cole Pdf

Saab has gone, but its cars and its loyal band of owners remain. In this photographic album, internationally known Saab author and commentator Lance Cole celebrates all things Saab. In a collection of over 200 photographic images accompanied by a detailed yet engaging commentary, the book delivers a record of Saab from its first car to its last. The engineering, design, and ethos of Saab's cars across the generations are captured in all their glory. The author of many Saab articles and several Saab books, this is Lance Cole’s new view on Sweden's other car maker – one that really did build cars to a different standard. Saab Celebration is designed to be a memorial companion for the Saab fan. If you like Saabs, then enjoy this tribute to all things Saab.

Author : Brian Williams
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 2917260246

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SAAB: A Short Story by Brian Williams Pdf

From a tiny Swedish carmaker, Saab grew into one of the most recognized brands in the auto industry building truly inspired and captivating cars. Under GM umbrella, it entered into a slow but steady decline before going bankrupt in 2011. This book is about the carmaker and its evolution, its people and their ingenuity, its cars and their quirkiness, and its fans and their loyalty. It is about what had made this carmaker so special.

Author : Lance Cole
Publisher : Crowood Press UK
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1847973981

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SAAB Cars by Lance Cole Pdf

A definitive new history from internationally known Saab aficionado Lance Cole, Saab Cars - The Complete Story offers a detailed insight into the company's story, from the prototype UrSaab in 1946 to the end of production in 2012. It is a fitting tribute to the spirit and ethos of Saab design and engineering. Explains in detail the design and engineering history of Saab's pioneering work in aerodynamics, form, function and safety.Investigates the history and founding of Saab.Provides in-depth analysis of Saab's early cars and their engineering and design features.Profiles key figures in Saab's manufacturing and rallying success. Charts the days of the 'Save Saab' campagin and the battle to survive, and details the events that led to the company's demise.Includes recollections from Saab workers and those on the factory floor.Stunning visual coverage of the Saab models, with rare archive images and design sketches.

Author : Lance Cole
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2022-05-16
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780719840180

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Saab 92-96V4 - The Original Saab by Lance Cole Pdf

Launched in 1949 as the 92 before evolving into the 93, 96 2-stroke and 96V4, this car was in production for thirty-one years. Attracting global admiration and sales, it also excelled in motorsport and by the early 1960s was the most successful rally-car in Europe. A decline in sales in the 1960s was reversed with the launch of the 96V4 which resulted in its success continuing into the 1980s. With over 200 archive and colour photographs, this book provides a new description of the Saab company's original car and includes detailed biographies of important Saab figures and extensive discussion of the engineering and design decisions that made the car such a success. There is coverage of the original Saab story in North and South America and a comprehensive review of Saab 92, 93, 96, motor sport history. Full technical details and specifications and tuning details are given and finally, there is a chapter on owners' experiences and Saab veteran's recollections.

Author : Thomas Engqvist
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-13
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781849948630

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Chess Lessons from a Champion Coach by Thomas Engqvist Pdf

Lessons, motivation and coaching to make you a better chess player. In an ideal world, any aspiring chess player, at almost any level, would get better with a coach. If that's not possible, having chess champion coach Thomas Engqvist's book at your side is the next best thing. In his series of lessons, Engqvist guides you through not only the most important elements of chess to master but also the psychology, how to marry knowledge with imagination, and how to stay motivated. Suitable for older children through to adults, the lessons are drawn from chess games through history, from the 16th century to Magnus Carlsen and latest Alpha Zero computer chess. It features a range of key players, including Steinitz, Lasker, Nimzowistch, Botvinnik (Soviet chess school), and Fischer. With clear and accessible annotations to give clarity, the games highlight the most important lessons to learn and, just as importantly, how to 'practise' chess. International Master Thomas Engqvist has travelled the world teaching and coaching chess to a very high level for decades – and with this book, he can be your coach too.

Author : Thomas Engqvist
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 730 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2022-05-05
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781849948111

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300 Most Important Chess Exercises by Thomas Engqvist Pdf

An informative and accessible new book by Thomas Engqvist, the practical follow up to his previous two authoritative chess books: 300 Most Important Chess Positions and 300 Most Important Tactical Chess Positions. Filled with 300 engaging chess exercises and complete solutions in the end of the book, this book will allow you to apply and consolidate your newfound knowledge. The book is divided into four key sections: 75 exercises practising positional ideas in the opening/middlegame 75 exercises covering the endgame 75 tactical exercises in the opening/middlegame 75 tactical endgames. The exercises featured in the book are taken from real game positions from various renowned chess players, including Capablanca and Magnus Carlsen. Word count: 116,000

Author : Lance Cole
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781473896437

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The Classic Car Adventure by Lance Cole Pdf

Nothing is new under the sun and classic cars books come and go. But here, instead of a heavy, large, glossy book of classic car images and details destined to stay on a shelf, is something new. This book is designed to be read as a companion, a book that can go in the car or on a 'plane, and which can be read in full, or dipped into anywhere for a classic car fix. Old stories and new details are presented and cover all eras of our cars. Gathered here is a compilation of the author's published and unpublished adventures and opinions about the design and the driving of some of the greatest cars in motoring history. From 'vintagent' to 'modern classic', pristine to oily-rag, up hill, down dale and across continents, award-winning motoring author, designer and serial classic car owner, Lance Cole, charts the great classic car enthusiasm in a series of engaging essays about cars, car design and the men that made the motor industry. From tales of Malcolm Sayer to Bedelia, and of BMW, Jaguar, Bugatti and Porsche, to tales of old Saabs and rusty Citroens, classic car life is here. Erik Carlsson, Jacques Gerin, Giovanni Michelotti and Innes Ireland are just a few of the names that can be found in these pages. From design to driving, here is a book that is a classic car adventure.

Author : Vaughan Grylls
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-05-11
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781849948791

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The Spirit of BMW by Vaughan Grylls Pdf

A glorious exploration of BMW, one of the greatest car brands of all time, with dynamic photography and lively text that explains why people love them. Known as 'the ultimate driving machine', BMW is one of the world's most prestigious car brands. Renowned for their smooth handling, precision engineering and sleek looks, BMWs pair driving comfort with powerful engines. Originally formed during the first world war, the company reached new heights of popularity in the 1960s and is still going strong today. This captivating book outlines all the most iconic BMW models, from their first car, the Dixi of 1927, to today's high-performance models, including the beautiful 1955 507 roadster, the instantly recognisable 2002 from the 1960s, and the iconic E30 M3, first manufactured in the mid-1980s. Each evocative vintage photograph is accompanied by insightful explanation. The ideal gift for every car enthusiast, whether they're a BMW owner or just aspire to be, this beautifully illustrated book conveys perfectly the joys of this classic brand.

Author : A. Joan Saab
Publisher : Penn State University Press
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0271088117

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Objects Vision by A. Joan Saab Pdf

Examines a series of linked case studies that not only highlight moments of seeming disconnect between seeing and believing, including hoaxes, miracles, spirit paintings, manipulated photographs, and holograms, but also offer a sensory history of ways of seeing.

Author : Rumi
Publisher : Wellfleet Press
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9780760368367

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The Friendship Poems of Rumi by Rumi Pdf

The Friendship Poems of Rumi is an elegantly illustrated gift book of the famous Rumi's poems, translated by Nader Khalili, that center on the meaning of friendship and its many beautiful meanings.