Makes, models, milestones
The car - for some, a utensil for other expression of lifestyle, cult object and passion. Few inventions have changed their lives as well as the good of the automobile 125 years ago - one more reason for this extensive chronicle. The car-book brings the history of the automobile to life. It presents more than 1200 important models - Karl Benz 'Motorwagen about legendary cult car to advanced hybrid vehicles. It explains the milestones in engine technology and portrays the big brands and their designers. Characteristics from small cars to limousines and send racing each era invite you to browse and discover. The most comprehensive and bestbebildert illustrated book on the market - it would be any car lover!
Hardcover: 360 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing (September 27, 2012)
Language: German
ISBN-10: 3,831,022,062
ISBN-13: 978-3831022069
Size and / or weight: 30.6 x 25.8 x 2.8 cm
| Edition | bound |
| Category | non-fiction |
| Language | german |
A thrilling read that brings my car’s past to life—highly recommended!
Absolutely impressed with this car history book covering 1200 models—it's packed with deep, well-researched details that go far beyond the basics. The photo selection is crisp and thoughtfully organized, making it easy to connect each vehicle’s story to its distinctive design cues. What really stands out is the value: the depth of content feels comprehensive, yet the book remains readable and practical for enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Great layout, strong visuals, and a lot of substance for the price—highly recommended.
Roadside Legends: A Riveting History of Classic Engines
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This car history book does an excellent job weaving timelines, brand milestones, and overlooked regional details into a story that feels both accurate and engaging. The photos and captions are especially well-curated, making it easy to trace how design choices and technology evolved across decades.
A fascinating journey through my car’s past!
This car history book is a standout reference for anyone who loves to trace automotive evolution across more than 1,200 models. The writing is clear and engaging, with helpful context about design changes, key milestones, and production timelines that make each entry feel thoughtfully researched rather than mechanically compiled. It’s the kind of resource you can open for a quick lookup or read cover to cover without losing momentum.
Lane-By-Lane Legacy: A Century of Vintage Car Stories
This car history book is impressively thorough, covering well over 1,200 vehicle models with enough detail to feel genuinely useful for both casual fans and serious researchers. Each entry is organized in a way that makes timelines and key milestones easy to follow—production years, notable trims, model updates, and context around why certain changes happened are all clearly presented. What stands out is the breadth across makes and eras without turning into a confusing encyclopedia: the writing stays readable, the layout helps you quickly scan for the exact model you’re interested in, and the historical notes add real-world color rather than just specs. The book also feels thoughtfully curated, with consistent formatting that makes comparisons between related models straightforward. If you’re trying to trace a particular lineup’s evolution or build a background story for a classic or modern purchase, this is the kind of reference you’ll keep reaching for, and it earns its value by being expansive while still feeling structured and dependable.
Excellent Book
This is a comprehensive history of cars with great visuals.