{"product_id":"the-first-fifty-years-1909-1959-c-c-wakefield-co-ltd-castrol-1959","title":"The First Fifty Years 1909–1959 — C.C. Wakefield \u0026 Co. Ltd. (Castrol, 1959)","description":"\u003cp\u003e2nd hand book, very good condition, ex library, see images\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage 1959 Castrol “The First Fifty Years” Anniversary Booklet (1909–1959) – First Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate a half-century of legendary motorsport breakthroughs with this authentic, original \u003cstrong\u003e1959 Castrol “The First Fifty Years”\u003c\/strong\u003e commemorative book. Specially published by C.C. Wakefield \u0026amp; Co. Ltd. to mark five decades of Castrol Motor Oil innovation, this vintage landscape booklet is a magnificent collectible piece of historic automobilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichly 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic 50th Anniversary Memorabilia:\u003c\/strong\u003e An original, 1959 first-edition historical record produced directly by Castrol. \u003cstrong\u003eMid-Century Automotive Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a stunning vintage cover design illustrating classic land-speed and circuit race cars. \u003cstrong\u003eArchival Photography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packed with rare, crisp period photographs of iconic drivers, record-breaking vehicles, and historic race tracks. \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Collector’s Library Addition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for classic car enthusiasts, historic garage decor, or collectors of vintage automotive literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor\/Publisher: C.C. Wakefield \u0026amp; 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\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"C.C. Wakefield \u0026 Co. Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51907307602140,"sku":"CASTROL-50YRS-1959-001","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/8297\/3404\/files\/Scan_0001_e1f27bd6-ba8e-4139-9ec8-70fbd8de5e81.jpg?v=1782887973","url":"https:\/\/automotobookshop.com.au\/products\/the-first-fifty-years-1909-1959-c-c-wakefield-co-ltd-castrol-1959","provider":"Automoto Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}