Description

First edition of this lavishly illustrated reference and history of the famed Le Mans 24-hour race graphically describing the 70 years of races involving the racing teams of Jaguar, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Ford, Porsche, and Panhard from the Jazz Age until the modern era.

Every race car is pictured, along with the engineering team, the drivers, the designers, the type of motor, along with action photographs of the action.

The authors have included details about the different track configurations the reigns of assorted teams, racing memorabilia and more. The index is definitive, and the work offers an incredible view of this pinnacle of automobile racing technology.

Two volumes in fine condition. Text in French but with an English translation supplement included as soft cover. Both volumes in fine condition, in card blank slip cover. Impressive.