Lamborghini: Supercars from Sant'Agata (Haynes Classic Makes) [Hardcover]

Anthony Pritchard (Author)

Book Description

Series: Haynes Classic Makes | Publication Date: November 11, 2005

When the 495bhp Gallardo was launched in 2004, motoring journalists were impressed - this stylish supercar combined the ferocity of Lamborghini with the polish and practicality of Audi and, being lower in price, it did not scorch the wallet quite as much as its bigger brother, the Murcielago.

Lamborghinis have always quickened the pulse, of course, and this book shows why. Packed with model analysis, driving impressions, technical specifications, buying hints, personal anecdotes and sumptuous photographs, it tells the story of this exotic marque, from the peasant background of founder Ferruccio Lamborghini, to its burning ambition to beat Ferrari in the manufacture of supercars.

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About the Author

Anthony Pritchard is a prolific author who in recent years has been producing books of ever-greater authority. His recent titles for Haynes include Mille Miglia, Aston Martin: A racing history and Scarlet Passion.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 168 pages
• Publisher: Haynes Publishing; 1st edition (November 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1844250946
• ISBN-13: 978-1844250943
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #678,254 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good all around Lamborghini Book, January 14, 2008

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Christopher Ohlgren "chris" (Portland, OR United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lamborghini: Supercars from Sant'Agata (Haynes Classic Makes) (Hardcover)

I was pleasantly surprised with this book. I ordered it with some others and was not expecting this one to be as good as it was.

The Good = This book does a really good job of presenting a lot of information in a quick and easy to read format. The book covers history, people, the cars and even mentions the marine engine business. There is an article written by an owner who bought an old car and restored it. I was surprised how much information was there. Each chapter had articles included in it, as a way to get more information about a subject, without interupting the flow of the story. I loved the format. For the money, this is a great buy.

The Bad = Some of the pictures could have been better (there are still plenty of good ones). This book never gets too in depth on any one subject. It is more of a "little of everything" style of writing. Not a lot of new information for the Lamborghini book collector.

Conclusion = This is a really good overall Lamborghini book. For the price it is wonderful. For the hard core reader/owner/collector, this might seem a bit light.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A comprehensive guide to Lamborghini cars., September 1, 2007

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Chris Sellick (South Australia,Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lamborghini: Supercars from Sant'Agata (Haynes Classic Makes) (Hardcover)

As there are very few books on Lamborghini I have thoroughly enjoyed this book.This book covers all the models to date and in great detail too.Even has a buyers guide too.

Its a great book that will please most owners and ehthusiasts alike.An ideal book to add to your collection.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Overall Lambo book, December 31, 2010

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BAP - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lamborghini: Supercars from Sant'Agata (Haynes Classic Makes) (Hardcover)

Received as a gift. The pictures are great, always would like more but one has to be reasonable. Great way to go through the history of the marquee. Super shots of the Miura and Countach...my favourites, but also nice shots of the recent and current models. I really enjoyed this book.