Product Description

The Spitfire was one of Triumph's most successful models throughout the 1960s and 70s, and its high-performance sister car, the GT6, was received with equal acclaim. Both cars remain as popular today as when there were in production, their lasting success ensured not only by their attractive styling and performance, but also by their straightforward construction and the ease with which they can be maintained. John Thomason's meticulously researched book charts their development, covering for each the many changes to the body and chassis, engine and engine bay, interior and transmission and suspension. Thoroughly cross-referenced, this is an easy-to-use and quick reference guide, invaluable to owners wishing to maintain or restore their cars to be as near factory specification as possible.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #134880 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 168 pages

About the Author
John Thomason has been a lifelong Spitfire enthusiast and has restored many of his own cars. He is a past Spitfire secretary of the Triumph Sports Six Club.

Customer Reviews

An excellent guide to how your Triumph looked when new.
This book is full of the detailed information the restorer or enthusiast needs to ensure their car is correct in all respects. Every detail of specification is documented, photographed and thoroughly cross referenced throughout the book. When a book can tell you about five different symbols on the choke control knob and the chassis numbers at which they were introduced, you know the author knows exactly what they are talking about. This fastidious approach to the subject is evident throughout the book, and comes across very clearly in the photographs (mainly black and white, sadly) and text. A little dry for the armchair enthusiast, but perfect for those wanting to gain intimate knowledge of their favourite car.