Montlhery by Henri Vachon 1950-1957 Vanwall and the first multi-cylinder superbikes

and the first multi-cylinder superbikes coming thick and fast from Japan

are fascinating for the detail they reveal of the engineering and sales challenges that the car faced – for many owners and enthusiasts they are crucial to every E-type's historical integrity

This fascinating story will appeal to those with an interest in motoring history

The special vehicles produced for Team Sky and Bloodhound SSC are included along with a useful chapter on buying an F-type

the versatile character that he was – painted by those who worked side by side with him

Montlhery by Henri Vachon 1950-1957 Vanwall and the first multi-cylinder superbikesDiscover Farina, Moss, Behra, Trintignant, Schell, Hamilton, Gendebien, Thirion, Brabham at the wheel of Jaguar, Ferrari, Lotus, Maserati, Porsche, Gordini, Aston Martin, Talbot Lago, etc. The world's greatest sporting brands were present on the legendary Linas Montlhry circuit in the landmark events of the 1950s: the Paris Grand Prix, the Paris 1000km, the Paris 12 Hours and 24 Hours, the Bol d'Or, the Tour Auto not forgetting Jaguar's world speed