abc Commercial Vehicles 1953 — Ian Allan Vintage Truck & Van Reference Guide (David Warburton)

2nd hand book, very good condition, see images

Step back into a defining era of logistics and industrial transport with the highly collectible abc Commercial Vehicles 1953 pocket guide by acclaimed transport historian David Warburton. Published by the renowned Ian Allan Publishing house, this sought-after reference book delivers a definitive look at the hardworking fleet of trucks, lorries, vans, and utility vehicles that formed the backbone of British industrial trade during the early 1950s.

Perfect for vintage transport spotters, model makers, and post-war history enthusiasts, this beautifully compiled softcover handbook is packed with accurate technical data, engine configurations, payloads, and crisp archival photographs. Spotlighting iconic mid-century vehicle manufacturers—including Bedford, Austin, Morris, Foden, AEC, and Leyland—this book serves as an indispensable research companion for classic truck owners, transport historians, and collectors of retro British transport memorabilia.

Book Details

• Author: David Warburton
• Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing
• Published: 2001
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 96
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780711028654
• Dimensions: 185 x 120 mm
• Weight: 0.22 kg