Sports Cars (First Gear) - Softcover

What exactly is a sports car? They are hard to define. Some are dangerously fast, some considerably less so. Some are cheap; others outrageously expensive. Some are breathtakingly beautiful, while some are aesthetically challenged. But all sports cars have one thing in common: They are fun to drive. Sports cars are about much more than just getting from point A to point B; they are about getting there in style and the driving experience. For Sports Cars, award-winning author and photographer James Mann profiles 55 contemporary and historic American, British, German, Italian, and Japanese models, profiling each with engaging stories and tech specs accompanied by gorgeous photographs. All the legendary makes are covered, including Aston Martin, BMW, Ferrari, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Lotus, Mazda, Triumph, and many others. So strap yourself in and get moving. The open road is calling to you. 

• 55 cars profiled
• Over 250 color photos
• Technical specifications
• Historical facts and trivia for each car

The sports car has always been the ultimate symbol of automotive fun and freedom, from vintage Bentleys and MGs to today's Porsches and Ferraris. Renowned automotive writer and photographer James Mann profiles 55 fantastic examples, ranging from pre-war classics to the high-tech supercars of today. Filled with hundreds of lavish photos, this book will surely grab the attention of any sports car lover.