Achievements 1965 — Castrol Limited (1966)

2nd hand book, good condition, see images

Step into the Cockpit of 1960s Motorsport with Achievements 1965 by Castrol

Immerse yourself in one of the most exciting eras of international racing with Achievements 1965, an original vintage promotional booklet published in early 1966 by Castrol Limited. Featuring one of the most dynamic and iconic cover designs of the series, this landscape booklet captures a thrilling driver’s-eye perspective from inside a rally cockpit, staring through the windshield at a classic red-and-white Austin-Healey 3000 factory rally car (Car #2) as it slides around a muddy bend.

Part of Castrol’s highly collectible annual series, the 1965 edition reviews the world’s most demanding motorsport events where Castrol-lubricated machines triumphed. This historic volume chronicles a spectacular year across multiple disciplines, covering the intense battles of the World Rally Championship, European touring car events, international endurance racing, and major motorcycle Grands Prix. The pages celebrate factory team achievements from legendary manufacturers such as BMC (Mini Cooper), Ford, Jaguar, Rootes Group, and Triumph.

Spanning 48 pages, this collectible booklet is fully illustrated with dramatic, high-contrast black-and-white action photographs capturing legendary drivers, classic sports cars, and behind-the-scenes grid action, complete with official records and technical summaries.

Why Collectors Love This Book

An essential centerpiece for classic Austin-Healey owners, vintage rally historians, British automobilia collectors, and motorsport enthusiasts, this original copy of Achievements 1965 is a wonderful piece of racing heritage.

Book Details

Author/Publisher: Castrol Limited · Year: 1966 · Edition: First Edition · Format: Paperback · Pages: 48 · Dimensions: 14.2 cm × 19.5 cm × 0.3 cm · Weight: 0.08 kg · Language: English