Synopses & Reviews
The Alvis Speed Models of the 1930s were and still are among the most desirable high-performance cars of their decade. This is the first book ever on the Speed Models. Its in-depth examination of these wonderful cars provides an unrivalled store of knowledge for the many owners and enthusiasts who care passionately about them, and serves as a tribute to the men who made them.
Synopsis
Engineer Nick Walker discusses the Speed model Alvis in detail, describing design and manufacturing processes, mechanical specifications, performance, coachwork types and styles, competition history revisions and updates, and the strengths nd weaknesses of the succeeding models. He also gives information on the use, maintenance and practicality of the cars today, with advice on spares availability, interchangeability of parts and the employment of modern materials, fuels and lubricants. Illustrations include historial material from the archives of the Alvis company and the Owners Club, plus specially commissioned color photography of superbly preserved or restorned examples of the cars.
About the Author
Nick Walker studied engineering at Cambridge, but then pursued a career in business management and marketing. He is Honorary Librarian of the Vintage Sports-Car Club, Honorary Archivist of SAE-UK (formerly IBCAM), and a member of the Society of Automotive Historians. His special allegiance is to the Alvis marque, and he has owned examples bodied by both Vanden Plas and Cross and Ellis as well as serving as Chairman of the Alvis Owner Club. Now retired, he has in recent years written a number of books and articles on automotive history.