Saab Cars - The Complete Story

By Lance Cole

ISBN:	9781847973986
PUBLISHED:	20/09/2012
PAGES:	272
BINDING:	Hardback
SIZE:	280x215 mm
INSIDE:	300 colour photographs

A landmark 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 1947 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, and the roots of its advanced aerodynamic knowledge from the company's origins as an aircraft manufacturer
Provides in-depth analysis of Saab's cars and their engineering and design features
Profiles key figures in Saab's manufacturing and rallying success
Charts the days of the 'Save Saab' campaign and the battle to survive, and 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

Foreword by Hilton Holloway

RRP: £35.00

Site Price £28.00

"Excellent book on Saab by a knowledgable and expert writer. The ultimate book on the Saab car, you need no other books on the marque. The book itself is beautifully made and a bargain at the price. Looking at past books on the Saab it is worth buying as an investment in the s/h market."
Review Type: Customer
Posted By: allan davidson

"It's a true labour of love. Nearly everything is here, from model development histories to motor sport and fascinating 'might have beens' like the Lamborghini Espada-style four seat Sonett."
Review Type: Press
Reviewed By: Classic Cars

"This handsomely and generously illustrated hardcover is filled with fascinating sidebars, charts and personality profiles; it's a fine overview of one of history's most pioneering and individualistic automakers. If you have a soft spot for the inimitable trolls from Trollhattan, you must have this book on your shelf."
Review Type: Press
Reviewed By: Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car

"This comprehensively researched and lavishly-illustrated book by Lance Cole is a loving tribute to one of Europe's more distinctive and quirky carmakers. The level of knowledge is fantastic, as are the photos."
Review Type: Press
Reviewed By: Practical Classics

"That it's been a labour of love for Lance shows in the breadth and quality of the writing, as well as the standard of photography - there are some fantastic pictures throughout. Truly an excellent piece of work."
Review Type: Press
Reviewed By: Classic Car Weekly

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