The First Fifty Years 1909–1959 — C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. (Castrol, 1959)

2nd hand book, very good condition, ex library, see images

Vintage 1959 Castrol “The First Fifty Years” Anniversary Booklet (1909–1959) – First Edition

Celebrate a half-century of legendary motorsport breakthroughs with this authentic, original 1959 Castrol “The First Fifty Years” commemorative book. Specially published by C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. to mark five decades of Castrol Motor Oil innovation, this vintage landscape booklet is a magnificent collectible piece of historic automobilia.

Spanning 48 pages, this iconic paperback features a striking, dynamic mid-century painted cover illustration capturing the spirit of land speed records and high-octane racing. Inside, the booklet chronicles Castrol’s golden milestones from 1909 to 1959, documenting their vital contribution to world land speed records, early aviation, historic Formula One Grand Prix triumphs, classic international rallies, and legendary motorcycle races like the Isle of Man TT.

Richly illustrated with historic archival monochrome and color action photography, this rare souvenir volume offers an immersive look at the pioneers, machines, and victories that defined early 20th-century motor racing history.

Key Features

Authentic 50th Anniversary Memorabilia: An original, 1959 first-edition historical record produced directly by Castrol. Mid-Century Automotive Art: Features a stunning vintage cover design illustrating classic land-speed and circuit race cars. Archival Photography: Packed with rare, crisp period photographs of iconic drivers, record-breaking vehicles, and historic race tracks. Premium Collector’s Library Addition: Perfect for classic car enthusiasts, historic garage decor, or collectors of vintage automotive literature.

Book Details

Author/Publisher: C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. (Castrol) · Year: 1959 · Edition: First Edition · Format: Paperback · Pages: 48 · Dimensions: 22.0 cm × 15.5 cm · Weight: 0.11 kg · Language: English