Ferrari 250gt "Tour De France", 9781787112575
Paperback
Ferrari’s racing masterpiece: Beauty, speed, and a legacy reborn.

Ferrari 250gt "Tour De France"

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  • Paperback

    144 pages

  • Release Date

    4 January 2018

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Summary

Ferrari 250 GT “Tour De France”: The Definitive History

The Ferrari GT Berlinettas are undeniably beautiful and, arguably, the greatest Ferrari racing cars ever built. The 250 GT Competizione Berlinetta – now popularly known as the Tour de France Berlinetta, in honour of the model’s domination of the great French event with four outright victories – was the true forerunner of the series of cars which established Ferrari as a major force in sports car racing.

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9781787112575
ISBN-10:1787112578
Author:John Starkey
Publisher:David & Charles
Imprint:Veloce
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:144
Release Date:4 January 2018
Weight:570g
Dimensions:251mm x 208mm x 12mm
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Critics Review

A book entirely dedicated to one specific model of Ferrari. A reprint of a book published in 1997. Firstly, the development and in particular the technique of the 250 GT engine is described in detail. Then by chassis year, the chassis numbers, and the races and hill climbs in which the car participated. An interview with driver Olivier de Gendebien about driving in the 250 GT and the description of a restoration. In the back of each chassis number an overview of the sales date and owners. For the Ferrari enthusiast and interest book. – Klassiek & Techniek.

About The Author

John Starkey

John Starkey is a self-confessed racing fanatic, has owned many different sports cars, and has competed in hill-climbs, rallies and vintage sports car races since the 1960s.

Originally from Birmingham in the UK, John’s early career included managing the comedian Jasper Carrott and curating the famous Donington racing car collection. He now lives in Florida, where he runs a racing car business, and works as a consultant, researcher and author. He has written a number of motor racing history books.

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