Gentleman, Start Your Engines! The Bonhams Guide to Classic Sports & Race Cars By Jared Zaugg
As enthusiasts of exclusive limited series, record-making vehicles and legendary races, author Jared Zaugg and the team at Bonhams have collected the crème de la crème of Bonhams offerings in recent years and chronicled them in this coffee table-style publication. The book features a selection of models that go far beyond mere technical stats and gleaming chrome. Rather, they all offer something far more valuable—compelling stories. These include the rare and uniquely configured Lamborghini Miura SV Coupe purchased by rock star Rod Stewart. Or the Bugatti Type 57S Atalante Coupe, from 1937 that, after the owner’s death, was rediscovered by his family sitting exactly as he left it nearly a half-century earlier. All the big names are included, but the focus is on what can be found behind the logos and the polished surfaces. Think of it as a hard-backed “Best of” auction catalog spanning the past 10-20 years. $70.00 • www.gestalten.com
Porsche 911 Red Book, 3rd Edition By Patrick Paternie & Peter Bodensteiner
Porsche’s 911, one of the most iconic sports cars in the world, is also one of the most sought-after collectible sports cars. Potential buyers, collectors, historians and armchair enthusiasts crave all the details that, in sum, make up the 911’s DNA. Porsche 911 Red Book provides all of the critical information enthusiasts need, offering it in a convenient, portable package that can be carried to concours, auctions, club events or anywhere that quick reference to accurate data is required. From the first 911 of 1964 to today’s technologically advanced, 991 GT3, Porsche 911 Red Book offers all the data and detail desired by 911 fans. It provides an in-depth look at all the 911 versions including the Turbos, GT cars, and the limited-production specials that have collectively forged the 911 legend over the past 50-plus years. $24.99 www.quartoUS.com
