Description

The first motor car arrived in Jersey as the nineteenth century drew to a close. The Island’s car population grew steadily over the ensuing years, perhaps encouraged by the cheapness of cars and petrol as compared to the Mainland.

Various forms of motor sport took root in the inter-war years, a tradition carried on to the present day, hill climbs at Bouley Bay and sand racing on St. Ouen’s beach being annual fixtures in the Island calendar. In addition, the Jersey Old Motor Club encourages an interest in the restoration and maintenance of old cars.

David Scott Warren has delved deeply into the archives of Jersey motoring history to present us with some fascinating facts and figures, including a series of documents relating to the Occupation years when motoring, like all aspects of Island life, was severely disrupted. As well as the ‘official story, his book includes accounts of many local characters and their sometimes amusing escapades.

Just about every aspect of Jersey’s century-long association with the motor car is included here. The author’s text is informed by considerable knowledge of the subject as well as by an unmistakable enthusiasm, and is supported by an interesting and wide-ranging collection of pictures.

Softback in generally very good condition with good dust jacket. Scarce.