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The Ford Cosworth DFV engine won 13 Drivers' Championships in just 16 seasons between 1967 and 1983. This two-book set covers the technical dominance of the DFV and the full 75-year history of Formula 1. You get the engineering specs of the DFV alongside a complete timeline of every major team and driver. Having both on your bench means you know the evolution of the grid from the pre-war greats to the modern era.
Book 1 of 2
The Ford Cosworth DFV engine reigned supreme in Formula 1 from 1967 to 1983. This book covers the 13 championship-winning seasons and the partnership between Lotus, Ford, and Cosworth. It tracks the engine from its exclusive use by Lotus in 1967 to its dominance with teams like McLaren, Matra, and Williams.
The text includes technical insight into engine design and performance advances. It covers the role of specialist rebuilders and the rivalry with Ferrari. You can see the evolution of the DFV through its turbocharged descendants like the DFX, DFY, DFZ, and DFR.
Author Graham Robson uses over 300 rare archival images from Ford's own historical archives. The book details the people, teams, and victories that shaped this motorsport legend.
Book 2 of 2
Formula 1 marks its 75th anniversary in 2025. This pictorial history covers the sport from its 1950 European debut to the modern era. It tracks the return of pre-war greats like Alfa Romeo, Mercedes, and Lancia alongside the rise of Ferrari, Lotus, and Cooper.
The book features legendary drivers including Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Niki Lauda, and Ayrton Senna. It covers modern stars like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. Sidebars highlight key events and behind-the-scenes machinations of the racing world.
Journalists Stuart Codling and James Roberts wrote the history. Photographer James Mann selected the stunning historic and contemporary photos with specific captions for every champion.
Midlife Classic Cars
One Foot in the Grave, One Foot on the Throttle.
Author: Stuart Codling
Author Bio: NA
ISBN: 9781836440963
Publisher: Midlife Classic Cars
Binding Type: NA
Language: English
Pages: NA
Printing Status: In Print
Edition: NA
Country Made: NA
