Glorious colour images complete with informative captions and introductory chapter of the rare and varied Cuban-owned 1950s American and European automobiles, trucks and station wagons that were imported before 1961. Sections include 'Last Chance Saloons', 'Winged Rockets and 38 D-Cups', 'Cuban Coupes', 'Keep On Trucking', 'Cuban Heels', 'Drive & Determination' and 'The Weird and Wonderful'. Among the famous Marques that feature are Cadillac, Chevy, Buick, Dodge, Oldsmobile, Ford, Packard, De Soto, Pontiac, Plymouth, Edsel, Mercury and Metropolitan, Hillman, Singer and Austin, Nash Sedans, a Lloyd 600 German 2-cylinder/4-stroke 596cc car, Ramblers and SAABs, Mercs, Humber, Standard Vanguard, Ford Consul/Zephyr, Hillman Husky and Minx, Singer Gazelle and Austin - most in running order and passed down from generation to generation. Trucks include Fords, a Fargo, Dodges and Chevys, not forgetting cigars, street urchins and the lovely ladies of Havana. All uniquely photographed, written and compiled by 'our man in Havana'.
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MARTIN BOWMAN is the author of 132 books on military and commercial aviation as well as photographic books on a variety of subjects. An accomplished aerial and landscape photographer, he has had several photographic books published including Piston Powered Propliners, The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Jetliner Generation, Wild Blue Yonder: Glory Days of the 8th AF in England, and more recently, Airs and Graces, which features a collection of his evocative air-to-air shots and two further photographic essays, Norfolk: Above and Beyond and Echoes of East Anglia.
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Vendeur : Shelf Control, Bainbridge Island, WA, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. Condition: Near Fine. Hardcover with dust jacket in Near Fine condition. Black cloth-covered boards are clean and firmly bound, with minimal shelf wear. Binding is tight and square. Pages are clean, bright, and unmarked. The illustrated dust jacket shows light rubbing, minor edge and corner wear, and faint shallow creasing at the extremities. Extensively illustrated with color photographs throughout. Listing photos show the exact copy included in this sale. Photographic study of the American and European automobiles preserved and operated in Cuba following the 1959 revolution and subsequent restrictions on vehicle imports. Coverage includes Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, Plymouth, Chrysler, Dodge, Oldsmobile, DeSoto, Packard, Rambler, and other marques represented by sedans, convertibles, station wagons, taxis, trucks, and customized vehicles. Color photographs document exterior styling, hood ornaments, chrome details, street scenes, Havana neighborhoods, drivers, and the continued everyday use of mid-century vehicles. Includes a historical timeline and sections on American classics, European classics, and the automotive culture of Havana. N° de réf. du vendeur W_218
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Vendeur : Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, Etats-Unis
Etat : very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. N° de réf. du vendeur ZEV.178155188X.VG
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Vendeur : Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, Etats-Unis
Etat : very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. N° de réf. du vendeur GWV.178155188X.VG
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Vendeur : HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, Etats-Unis
hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! N° de réf. du vendeur S_476724873
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Vendeur : ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G178155188XI4N00
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Vendeur : Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. N° de réf. du vendeur mon0003344846
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Vendeur : David H. Gerber Books (gerberbooks), Austin, TX, Etats-Unis
Hard Cover. Etat : Very Good+. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good+. Color photographs (illustrateur). First Edition. 144pp Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. N° de réf. du vendeur 011364
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR007364096
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Vendeur : GoldBooks, Denver, CO, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. N° de réf. du vendeur 26E6_3_178155188X
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Vendeur : Motoring Memorabilia, WOKINGHAM, BERKS, Royaume-Uni
Hardcover. Etat : As New. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. 1st Edition. It is estimated that there are some 60,000 classic cars in Cuba today, the vast majority of which are American . These are known as "Last Chance saloons, Yank tanks, Maquinas, Cacharros and Bartavias" which have been passed down from generation to generation as cherished family heirlooms as well as everyday cars. They are now part of the very fabric of Havana. The book is essentially a photographic record of these cars. Inventory # G2936. N° de réf. du vendeur 006792
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