This book is a tribute to one of the most enduring and influential automotive brands in history: Ford Motor Company. Spanning over 120 years, the story of Ford is not merely about cars—it is about innovation, ambition, and the shaping of modern mobility. From the humble beginnings of the Model A in 1903 to the electrified platforms of 2025, Ford has consistently redefined what a car can be, and what a car company can achieve.
Across 208 richly illustrated pages, this volume presents a curated visual and historical journey through Ford’s production legacy, featuring 576 full-color images that capture the essence of each era. The focus is on North American-built models, from the pioneering vehicles of the early 20th century to the muscle cars, luxury sedans, and SUVs that followed. Special attention is given to the Edsel, Ford’s bold but short-lived experiment from the late 1950s, now a collector’s icon and a symbol of corporate risk-taking.
In addition to the American lineage, this book also explores Ford’s Chinese-manufactured models, reflecting the company’s global evolution and strategic partnerships in the 21st century. These vehicles—many of them exclusive to the Chinese market—demonstrate how Ford adapted its design and engineering to meet regional demands while maintaining its core identity.
Each chapter is structured to highlight the technical, stylistic, and cultural significance of the featured models. Whether it’s the aerodynamic flair of the 1936 Model 68, the elegance of the 1958 Fairlane Crown Victoria, or the modern precision of the Mustang Mach-E, every car tells a story of its time.
This book is designed for enthusiasts, historians, and collectors alike. It is not only a reference work but also a celebration of Ford’s contribution to the automotive world. May it inspire appreciation for the craftsmanship, vision, and resilience that have defined Ford for more than a century.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - For more than 120 years, Ford Motor Company has shaped the global automotive landscape through innovation, ambition, and a relentless drive to redefine mobility. This book is a tribute to that legacy, tracing Ford's evolution from the early Model A of 1903 to the electrified platforms of 2025. It is a story not only of cars, but of engineering breakthroughs, cultural impact, and the spirit of progress that has guided Ford for over a century.Across 208 richly illustrated pages, the book presents a curated visual and historical journey through Ford's production heritage. With 576 full¿color images, it highlights the company's most influential North American models: the aerodynamic 1936 Model 68, the elegant 1958 Fairlane Crown Victoria, the bold and controversial Edsel, and the iconic Thunderbird that helped define personal luxury in the 1950s and 1960s. The narrative continues through the powerful Galaxie and Falcon lines, the rise of the muscle¿car era, and the performance legends that followed - including the Mustang, Mustang Cobra, and other high¿output variants that cemented Ford's place in enthusiast culture.The book also explores Ford's global footprint, with a dedicated section on Chinese¿manufactured models that reflect the company's strategic expansion in the 21st century. These vehicles, many exclusive to the Chinese market, demonstrate how Ford adapted its design language and engineering to meet regional demands while preserving its core identity.Each chapter emphasizes the technical, stylistic, and cultural significance of the featured models, showing how every Ford - from classic sedans to modern EVs - tells a story of its time. Designed for enthusiasts, historians, and collectors, this volume is both a reference work and a celebration of Ford's enduring contribution to automotive history. It honors the craftsmanship, vision, and resilience that have defined Ford for generations. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789199088976
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