Le Mans

This book has been dedicated to the previous owner by Phil Hill..

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This book traces the story from Florida to La Sarthe, victory to famous victory while bringing you all the trials and tribulations, happiness and heartache of the 1988 Le Mans race. There are special features on some of the major personalities who were there, the adventures of a top team, background..

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How does one explain the magic of Le Mans, one of the toughest motor races in the world? During the 24 hours it lasts, the cars can clock up in excess of 3,000 miles, while lap speeds may be over 150 mph and along the Mulsanne straight cars have reached almost 250 mph. But it is also a very historic..

For many years the 24 Hour Heures du Mans has been recognised as the world's greatest motor race, transcending in importance even the formula Grand Prix for out-and-out racing cars. It is also the longest race on the calendar, the most exhausting for those taking part, and the most gruelling tes..

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'Mercedes Magic' traces the story and lead up to the One / Two position wins for Sauber Mercedes in the 1989 Le Mans 24 Hour. With coverage of other teams and their drivers, such as Porsche and Derek Bell, the Silk Cut Jaguars under the eye of Tom Walkinshaw the Purple Pimpernel. The book offers a w..

Signed ByKen WellsDavid Sears  on Page 43John Watson on Page 48David Kennedy on Page 55Mercedes Magic' traces the story and lead up to the One / Two position wins for Sauber Mercedes in the 1989 Le Mans 24 Hour. With coverage of other teams and their drivers, such as Porsche..

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