Triumph Cars The Complete Story

Author : David Knowles
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 557 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-06-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785001383

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Triumph TR6 by David Knowles Pdf

This book tells the life story of the much-loved Triumph TR6 in unprecedented detail, bringing to life the genesis and magnificent history of one of the most-loved British sports cars of its era. Covering the design, development and manufacture of the car as well as its motorsport history, it shows how this last bastion of traditional British sports car motoring went against the grain of troubled automotive times, outstripping its predecessors in sales and popularity. Triumph TR6 - The Complete Story is dedicated to the last traditional open-topped TR sports car - one of the most-loved British sports cars of its era and will be of great interest to motoring and Triumph enthusiasts. The book gives full details of the much-loved Triumph TR6 from 1969-1976, including design, development and manufacture as well as its motorsport history.Superbly illustrated with nearly 400 colour photographs.

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Motor Racing Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005-01-17
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1899870725

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Triumph Cars by Graham Robson Pdf

Widely respected as the definitive work on Triumph covering the entire 62 years of car production. The cars, the people, the factories, the clubs, competition history, specifications, production numbers, plus details of Triumph-powered derivatives - all are featured in this wide-ranging volume.

Author : Richard M. Langworth,Graham Robson
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Triumph automobile
ISBN : 0900549440

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Triumph Cars by Richard M. Langworth,Graham Robson Pdf

Author : Graham Robson,Richard M. Langworth
Publisher : Veloce Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-08
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1787112896

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Triumph Cars - The Complete Story by Graham Robson,Richard M. Langworth Pdf

Relating the story of Triumph cars is complex enough, but to include all the earlier events which persuaded Siegfried Bettman to begin car manufacture in 1923 is even more so. The two authors, however - both of them experts in all things Triumph, the cars, and the political events surrounding them - have assembled and presented an enthralling story of the way the car-making side of the business came to prosper, was then afflicted by financial problems, and then rescued from oblivion by Standard in 1944. Thereafter, Triumph once again became a prominent marque, eventually dominated Standard, and (from the 1960s onwards) became an important cast member in the melodramatic events which involved Leyland, BMC and eventually British Leyland. Triumph Cars - The Complete Story, however, is not merely a turbulent trawl through the historical record, for both authors were also successful in locating the important characters whose efforts made it possible for Triumph to excite the world. Along the way, the career of cars as famous as the Glorias and Dolomites of the 1930s, the Heralds, Spitfires and TRs of the post-war years, and the headline-grabbing exploits in racing and rallying build up a story which no fictional writer could have created.

Author : G. William Krause
Publisher : CarTech Inc
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781613253397

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The Illustrated History of Triumph Sports and Racing Cars by G. William Krause Pdf

The Triumph Motor Company is known around the world for its iconic sports cars. The hugely popular TR series, Spitfires, and GT-6s represent the quintessential British sports car; rugged good looks were combined with performance and economy at a price everyone could afford. These sports cars are always in demand and prized by British car collectors, racers, and open-air motoring enthusiasts. Triumph understood the connection between competition success and sales success and was able to parlay rally and road racing wins into the best-selling sports cars in the world, particularly in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. The Works competition cars notched victories at Le Mans, Sebring, the Monte Carlo rally, and many others and inspired privateers to take their cars to the track. Every model came from a bloodline of racing. Triumph historian G. William Krause reviews every model in the sports car lineup. He covers the history, design evolution, and performance specifications from the first sports cars in the 1930s through the final cars built in 1981. Throughout Triumph's history a number of pivotal moments could have significantly changed the company's fortunes. This book also looks at the "what if" cars that never made it into production, including photos. Although they have not been built for more than three decades, their mark on sports car history is undeniable. Whether you're a fan of the spartan brutes of the 1950s or the refined comfort and performance of the last TRs, you will find the backstory of your favorites here. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Arial}

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Sports cars
ISBN : 1861260148

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Triumph TRs by Graham Robson Pdf

Triumph TRs: The Complete Story Graham RobsonThe complete story of some of the most successful of all British sports cars, and how Standard-Triumph began thiry years of success with their TR2 in 1953. From the early origins of the Triumph marquethrough to the final TR8 model of 1981, all models are covered as well as lesser known prototypes. Sftbd., 7 1/2x 1, 192 pgs., 78 b&w ill., 16 color.

Author : William Krause
Publisher : Cartech
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1613257813

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The Illustrated History of Triumph Sports and Racing Cars by William Krause Pdf

The photos in this edition are black and white. Take a comprehensive look at the history, design evolution and performance of Triumph sports cars from the 1930s to the final cars built in 1981, including the TR series, Spitfires, and GT6s. Triumph historian G. William Krause reviews every model in the sports car lineup. Throughout Triumph's history, a number of pivotal moments could have significantly changed the company's fortune. This book also reveals photos of the "what if" cars that never made it into production. The Triumph Motor Company is known around the world for its iconic sports cars. The hugely popular TR series, Spitfires, and GT6s represent the quintessential British sports car: rugged good looks were combined with performance and economy at a price everyone could afford. These sports cars are always in demand and prized by British car collectors, racers, and open-air motoring enthusiasts. Triumph understood the connection between competition success and sales success and was able to parlay rally and road racing wins into the best-selling sports cars in the world, particularly in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. The Works competition cars notched victories at Le Mans, Sebring, the Monte Carlo rally, and many others and inspired privateers to take their cars to the track. Every model came from a bloodline of racing. Although they have not been built for more than three decades, their mark on sports car history is undeniable. Whether you're a fan of the spartan brutes of the 1950s or the refined comfort and performance of the last TRs, the backstory of your favorites is here.

Author : Richard Dredge
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781847977045

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Triumph Spitfire and GT6 by Richard Dredge Pdf

For a whole generation of car enthusiasts, Triumph was the manufacturer to turn to when buying a sports car. Whether it was a Spitfire or GT6 - or the more costly TR models - this Coventry manufacturer was the sports car king during the twentieth century. Now that these machines are fully fledged classics, nothing has changed. While the Spitfire has the MGB as a formidable adversary, the GT6 is still in a class of its own. Triumph Spitfire and GT6 details the history and development of these classic cars, with specification guides for each of the five Spitfire derivatives and three GT6 models. Topics covered include the development and production of the five Spitfire derivatives from 1962 - 1980, the Spitfire 4, 4 Mk2, Mk3, MkIV and 1500; the GT6 models from 1966-1973, the Mk1, Mk2 and Mk3; the Spitfire and GT6 in motorsport - 24 Hours Le Mans, Alpine Rally and Tour de France, and racing in the US; full buying guide and tips on modifying, with colour and trim options, and details of optional extras available for each model. Also includes an insight into what the press thought of each Spitfire and GT6 derivative, with pages devoted to how the cars were marketed. Superbly illustrated with 291 colour photographs.

Author : Ross Alkureishi
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780760376492

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Triumph Cars by Ross Alkureishi Pdf

Triumph Cars is a comprehensive, gorgeously illustrated history of the Triumph sports cars sought by today’s collectors and admired by automotive enthusiasts.

Author : William Kimberley
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-07
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781845847302

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Triumph TR6 by William Kimberley Pdf

Here’s the full story of Triumph’s muscular and stylish 6-cylinder sports car, the TR6 - regarded by many as the last true Triumph. The first TR6 was built in 1968 and production continued until 1976, by which time over 94,600 TR6s had been manufactured, making it one of Triumph’s most successful models. Staggeringly, 91 per cent of TR6 production was exported from Britain! In this exploration of the TR6, William Kimberley leaves no stone unturned and coverage includes conception, evolution, production, competition history, restoration advice, buying advice and living with a TR6.

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1972-01-01
Category : Triumph automobile
ISBN : 0900549238

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The Story of Triumph Sports Cars by Graham Robson Pdf

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Triumph Herald automobile
ISBN : 1861260504

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Triumph Herald and Vitesse by Graham Robson Pdf

These stylish and sporting saloons offered an attractive alternative to more conventionally styled products from Ford and Vauxhall in the 1960s. With features on leading personalities, full specs, and a variety of exceptional photographs, Robson tells the full story of these enduringly popular cars, describing the sportscars developments, the Spitfire and GT6, and charting the success of the range from 1957 until the last of the Spitfires in 1980. Hardbound, 7 1/4 x 9 1/2, 208 pages, 150 b&w illustrations, 20 color.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : Crowood Press UK
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2000-08-31
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1861262620

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Triumph Spitfire and GT6 by James Taylor Pdf

With classic good looks and performance at an affordable price, the Triumph Spitfire, and its close relative the GT6, have dominated Triumph's product range for nearly two decades. This in-depth volume presents the full story, including background to the company, design and development of both the Spitfire and the GT6, plus full specifications for all five models of Spitfire and three models of GT6. Superbly illustrated.

Author : David Knowles
Publisher : Crowood Press UK
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1861268912

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Triumph TR7 by David Knowles Pdf

By the mid 1970s the two popular sports cars produced by the new British Leyland were showing their age. What the company needed was a smart, modern sports car. The TR7, designed to replace both the MGB and the Triumph TR6, was the result. Its wedge-shaped design was modern enough but much of the rest of the car was, for some, disappointingly conventional and press reaction was not universally warm. Initially available as a two-seat coupe, the car went on sale in Britain in 1974. David Knowles unravels the history of the car's design and production, and the chaos that was caused by British Leyland's notorious strikes and labour problems. He also delves deep into the competition history of the car. Including the later TR7 drophead, and the V8-powered TR8, this book is the last word on the car that is probably more popular today than at any time since it ceased production in 1981.

Author : Graham Robson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-23
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781784421052

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Triumph Sports Cars by Graham Robson Pdf

In the 1950s and 1960s, British sports car ruled the road, and their charge was led by Triumphs. From the TR2, its first modern sports car, Triumph went on to produce a host of classic sports designs such as the Spitfire, GT, and Stag, as well as more TR models, ending with the TR7 in the late 1970s. These represented the epitome of the contemporary classic British sports car. Fast, nimble, and gorgeous to behold, Triumphs offered the everyday motorist an exhilarating drive at a price that they could afford. Popular both in the UK and the US, the Triumph range helped define the entire genre, with sports cars today like the Mazda MX-5 having their roots in models like the Stag. Illustrated throughout and written by acclaimed motoring writer and historian Graham Robson, this book guides the reader through the history of this classic British marque from its heyday in the 1960s and 1970s through to its eventual demise in the 1980s.