The ford gt40 is a highperformance endurance racing car. Jones hanyes publishing ford gt the legend comes to life by larry edsall forward by carroll shelby published by motorbooks. Ronnie spain the nostalgia forum the autosport forums. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. In the 1960s the ford motor company decided to enter the arena of sports car racing and challenge the european manufacturers. In the definitive book published in 1986 on the marque, gt40 an individual history and race record, the author, the noted historian ronnie spain, commented very favorably upon this vehicle. An individual history and race record, who immediately recognised the car and stated it in writing as the original, exjean blaton car. It was finally completed using parts from the wreck of gt40p1006 that had been crashed while testing at monza. An individual history and race record, was published by osprey in 1986, and has been reissued three times.
The format is simple a racing and development history of the gt40, followed by racing results, followed by the meat of the book, individual histories of every one of the odd chassis. Next year is the 50th anniversary of fords historymaking le mans victory over ferrari so it is to be expected that a new book should come out revisiting this epic story. Ronnie spain s 1986 edition is a fine book and as you correctly stated, history is indeed a funny thing. Only the mk iv model was designed and built in the united states. All three versions are the same with the exception of the dust jacket. Gt40 p was the first gt40 tub produced by abby panels according to ronnie spains book on the gt40.
The mk i, mk ii, and mk iii variants were designed and built in england based upon the british lola mk6. Barnfind gt40 mkiib will debut at le mans classic tnf. From the listing for this 60s ford gt40 le mans race car. The range was powered by a series of americanbuilt ford v8 engines modified for racing. How ford silenced the critics, humbled ferrari and conquered le mans.
An individual history and race record by ronnie spain 2003, hardcover, new edition at the best online prices at ebay. An individual history and race record ronnie spain. Hot favourite is the gt40 illustrated parts list which is an essential reference for those of you building or restoring gt40 s. A welcome visitor for lunch in the essex countryside today. There is also a section on gt40 scale models which is currently being updated. Book gt40 an individual history and race record, of spain ronnie. Jun 27, 2012 ronnie spains 1986 edition is a fine book and as you correctly stated, history is indeed a funny thing. Special thanks to the gt40 registry, ronnie spain, author of gt40. In spain s book on page 52 he writes all four mk iis holman moody and shelby had various detail modifications from the daytona trim, including the addition of rear brake air scoops mounted on top of the lightweight. Comprehensive race records provide a yearbyyear account, from the gt40 s first ventures in 1964. Eventually it will include information and photographs of every gt40 built including race results, colour schemes and magazine articles.
The entire racing and modelchassis history is present in this book, with numerous pictures partly in colour. The gt40 enthusiasts club is run for anyone who is passionate about the gt40. General information source chassis gt 107 race results are from photo credit. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. Ford gt 40, the individual history and race record, ronnie spain, 3rd edition 2003, 326 pages. Two other roadsters had been sent to shelby in america. Ronnie spain s book, gt40 an individual history and race record, is looked upon as the bible of gt40 history, and in it 1086 receives a full page to itself. If youre interested in learning more about the gt40 in all its greatness, i suggest the above volume, which also includes stories about fords indianapolis, nascar, and carrera panamericana efforts. Race car for sale 1968 ford gt40 le mans car retro race cars. Aug 29, 2012 special thanks to the gt40 registry, ronnie spain, author of gt40. Ronnie spains book, gt40 an individual history and race record, is looked upon as the bible of gt40 history, and in it 1086 receives a full page to itself. Allen, author of the ford gt40 and the ford that beat ferrari, for their help and research on this car. In this comprehensive history of fords gt40, ronnie spain describes the development of the marque and features chassis records and photos of each and every car built.
Being of unsound memory, i consulted one of the gt40 books on my shelf, ronnie spain s gt40, an individual history and race record. Special thanks to the gt40 registry, ronnie spain, author. Car historian ronnie spain, author of the book gt 40. I have been consulted by gt40 owners and buyers, car magazines, police forces, lawyers, the fbi.
Factory built lightweight race car great period history including le mans fully documented since new excellent entry ticket for any event gt40 p1079 was delivered new from ford advanced vehicles fav as one of the few privately entered factory built. In this comprehensive history of fords gt40, ronnie spain. We have members from all corners of the planet and welcome new ones from every continent and country where gt40 s are loved and respected. As the gt40 approaches its 40th birthday, ronnie spains chassisbychassis history of the cars has been long overdue a reprint. The result was the gt40, and by the mid1960s the car was posting victories at the most prestigious sports car endurance racing events around the world. This is considered by many to be the reference book for the gt40. Find gt40, an individual history and race record by spain, ronnie at biblio.
This sumptuous book tells the story of one of the worlds most important racing cars. M31104 is now unique in being the only privately owned productionline gt40 still retained by its original customer. This included 12 prototypes, 87 production cars, 3 mirages, 7 mark iiis, 7 postproduction cars the. Gt40 related books gt40 enthusiasts club item profile. This book is regarded by many as the standard work. An individual history and race record is also very welldone. An individual history i cant seem to find any more info on him, other than this is the only book he wrote i dont think he was involved in original gt40 development. The only gt40 road car delivered new with air conditioning, leather trim, luggage boxes, undersealed chassis. One of the greatest, if not the greatest gt40 historians, ronnie spain, can see photos like these and tell by the small parts, vents, equipment and such, which car it was, which serial number, and usually the time frame. Gt40 p was the first gt40 tub produced by abby panels according to ronnie spain s book on the gt40. As of the writing of ronnie spains book about the gt40, chassis 106 was reported owned by ellis king of new york.
Ronnie spain books biography and list of works author. Gt40, an individual history and race record by spain, ronnie. I doubt if there are as many counterfeit gt40s as there are counterfeit cobras but there are at least half a dozen out there. Comprehensive race records provide a yearbyyear account, from the gt40 s first ventures in 1964 through 1970. An individual history and race record by ronnie spain. An individual history and race record, had extolled this specific version of the limited. The format is simple a racing and development history of the gt40, followed by racing results, followed by the meat of the book. Gt40 an individual history and race record of spain ronnie.
I am needing to obtain photo details of the car, especially photos of underbody details, any type of historical data relating to the car or race team. Buy on the website of the gilena international motor books. It has appeared in numerous books, on the competition ford gt40 poster, and its been replicated in several models, both as the topless le mans camera car and in conventional le mans racing configuration. As the gt40 approaches its 40th birthday, ronnie spain s chassisbychassis history of the cars has been long overdue a reprint. Factory built lightweight race car great period history including le mans fully documented since new excellent entry ticket for any event gt40 p1079 was delivered new from. This completely revised and updated edition of hps bestselling book on how to build high performance 5. How ford silenced the critics, humbled ferrari and. In the 1960s the ford motor company decided to enter the arena of sports car racing. M31104 is now unique in being the only privately owned productionline gt40. Ford gt40 spain racing history books wish livros livres book. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Nevertheless, p1042 has been accepted by the highly respected gt40 authority, ronnie spain see report on file, and will appear in the next edition of his book on the marque in order to make the.
Gt40 an individual history and race record by ronnie spain. Documented by gt40 historian ronnie spain, it is the only gt40 roadster to have survived in its original form. We even have original gt40 s, and virtually every type of replica ever produced. I remember poor ronnie spain, dutifuly listing the fakes in his first book on gt40, only to be sued by owners who had bought fakes but didnt appreciate their mistake being unmasked. Best gt40 books for the homeoffice the ford gt forum. Allen, author of the ford gt40 and the ford that beat ferrari, for their help. Barnfind gt40 mkiib will debut at le mans classic tnfs. It was used as a setup tool to help fit fiberglass body panels for the first few production cars. Ronnie spain ronnie spain is the author of books such as gt40 ronnie spain books. Fords four victories at le mans assured the gt40 of immortality in the minds of motorsports enthusiasts worldwide. I am currently in the final stages of a much larger, much more detailed, and much more thoroughly illustrated new gt40 book.
The first car was named the gt for grand touring with the 40 representing its overall height of 40 inches 1. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new. Author ronnie spain took over a decade to research the history of every gt40 chassis, their racing histories, and their owners. Always raced in gulfs iconic blueand orange colours, this ford gt40, known by its chassis number 1075, won the le mans 24 hours not just once but twice, in 1968 and 1969, and the second victory came after the closest fight ever seen at the finish of this great endurance race. The first car was named the gt for grand touring with the 40.
Books by series coming soon new releases this months biggest new books. Gt40 an individual history and race record spain ronnie very. Ford gt40 spain racing history books wish running historia libros. Price reduced an individual history and race record by ronnie spain hardback book for sale. An individual history and race record, who immediately recognised the car and stated it in writing as the original, exjean. Seems those in the know also know the value of your work. By now all four cars had 289cubic inch cobra engines, and the two fav cars had the first zf fivespeed gearboxes, intended to cure one of the gt40 s worrisome weaknesses.
As noted in ronnie spains gt40 book the nose survives in wind tunnel testing trim and is thus owned by dallis resident rick nagel. This is reflected in lerners remarks regarding the focus of the book, that it is. I am currently working to rebuild a 1966 ford gt40. As verified in his book gt40 published in 1986, historian and marque specialist ronnie spain has authenticated this chassis as being one from that very last batch.
This 1966 ford gt40 has chassis number p1042 and should not be confused with the original, gt40p1042, which currently resides in switzerland. Ford gt books good to have books on the ford gt and gt40. The car was then showed to ronnie spain, author of the book gt40. Since then, the gt40 was successfully driven at several le mans classic races since 2002. Gt105 was the surviving 1964 test car, while gt111 was a brand new roadster, the 11th of 12 preproduction gt40s. An individual history and race record ronnie spain on. Detail reference photos advanced vehicles of slough in december 1966.
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