The Autocar Portfolio of Motor Racing: The Endless Quest for Speed — First & Second Series Set (1946)

2nd hand, very good condition, see images

Step back to the embryonic era of motorsport with the complete twin collection of The Autocar Portfolio of Motor Racing: The Endless Quest for Speed (First & Second Series), published together in London by Iliffe & Sons Ltd. in 1946.

This extremely scarce vintage transport portfolio set is an unparalleled treasure for historic Grand Prix enthusiasts, art collectors, and pre-war motoring archivists. Introduced by renowned racing driver and journalist S. C. H. Davis, these large-format folios house a combined total of 24 exquisite lithographic colour plates reproduced from original paintings by legendary automotive artist F. Gordon Crosby.

What’s Inside

The first series features iconic milestones including:

• Camille Jenatzy beating the world speed record
• The first Grand Prix victories
• Dramatic action at Brooklands, the Targa Florio, and the Le Mans 24-Hour race

Perfect For

• High-end framing as premium automotive wall art
• A centrepiece within a dedicated automotive library or art collection
• Collectors of pre-war motorsport ephemera and F. Gordon Crosby originals

A rare double portfolio set beautifully capturing the raw, romantic spirit of man’s initial conquest of mechanical speed.