Motor Cars of the 1930s — Ian Dussek (2001, First Edition)
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Relive a Revolutionary Decade of Automotive History with Motor Cars of the 1930s by Ian Dussek
Explore the transformative era when the automobile evolved from a luxury plaything into an essential component of modern society with Motor Cars of the 1930s by respected automotive authority Ian Dussek. Published in 2001 by Shire Publications as an essential entry in their highly collectible Shire Album series (Volume #237), this rare, first-edition paperback offers a concise and beautifully illustrated history of the golden age of pre-war motoring.
During the 1930s, the motor car truly came of age. This vintage book expertly charts the rapid engineering advancements and structural developments made in the critical decade leading up to the Second World War. From the introduction of mass-production steel bodies and streamlined aerodynamics to the standardization of vehicle electrics, tyres, and lubricants, Dussek covers the foundational shifts that defined modern car manufacturing. Readers will discover a vibrant landscape of variety where the public could choose from hundreds of distinct models produced by iconic marques.
Spanning 32 high-quality pages, this reference booklet is richly illustrated with rare archival photographs and historical insights. It captures not only the mechanical evolution of the cars themselves but also the changing infrastructure, such as the rapid modernization of the road systems built to support them.
Why Collectors Love This Book
An indispensable volume for classic car enthusiasts, pre-war automotive historians, scale modelers, and collectors of historic transport literature, this first-edition copy of Motor Cars of the 1930s perfectly preserves a magnificent chapter of industrial heritage.
Book Details
Author: Ian Dussek · Publisher: Shire Publications · Year: 2001 · Edition: First Edition · Format: Paperback · Pages: 32 · Dimensions: 21.0 cm × 14.8 cm × 0.4 cm · Weight: 0.10 kg · Language: English
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Condition: Used
Author: Ian Dussek
Title: Motor Cars of the 1930s — Ian Dussek (2001, First Edition)
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 32
Publication Year: 2001
