Abarth Gold Portfolio 1950-71

This book covers the period Carlo Abarth started to produce his own cars until the liquidation of the company in 1971 when Fiat bought the rights to use the Abarth name and its famous Scorpion badge. 75 articles include the introduction of models, driving impressions and specification and performance data, also history of the factory and the racing cars. Abarth built his own chassis using modified Fiat engines as well as performance tuning and rebodying Fiats. Other marques receiving attention are Porsche and Simca. Body stylists include Boano, Bertone, Zagato, Allemano, Pinin Farina and Lombardi. Special sports and racing cars covered are Bialbero, 3000, 1000 Biposto Corsa & 2000. 172 pages, over 300 illustrations. Soft Bound.