Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975 [Paperback]

John Gunnell (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Standard Catalog of American Cars | Publication Date: April 2002

This revised fourth edition is the ultimate reference source for all postwar American cars. Values have been completely revised through 2002 and exciting new color photos have been added to better illustrate the domestic automobiles produced between 1946 and 1975. This standard catalog also includes the technical specifications, information on vehicle identification numbers, historical facts, and production totals collectors have relied upon for years. Since the first edition was published, this book has become the standard reference resource of all car collectors and enthusiasts. From the publisher of Old Cars Weekly.

Product Details

• Paperback: 928 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications; 4 Sub edition (April 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 087349461X
• ISBN-13: 978-0873494618
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,233,279 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An indispensable tool for collector car enthusiasts., February 10, 1998

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This review is from: Standard Catalog of American Cars 1946-1975 (4th ed) (Paperback)

The Standard Catalog of American Cars is the best source for in-depth information on all makes of American cars. In addition to thousands of photos, the catalog includes specs, serial numbers, production totals, and current values on a 1 to 6 scale. Specs include original prices, weight, options, engines, overall length, wheelbase lenth, locations of factories, and much more. It's a great first source for anyone that's thinking of buying an older American car. It arms the potential buyer with enough information to have an intelligent conversation with anyone selling classic cars. With the information in this book, I've talked to sellers and knew more about their car than they did. As an old car collector and hobbyist, I've found it to be an indispensable tool. The only criticism I have is that I wish it had more photos in general, especially color.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars American Cars 1946-75, August 5, 2007

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This review is from: Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975 (Paperback)

If you are a car buff you have to have this book. I own this book as well as the now out-of-print American cars 1805-1942. These are the bibles of car history. No other books have what these have. A real bargain for all the detailed information you get. Strongly recommended.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference, September 6, 2007

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Gregory Seferian "Master mech" (New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975 (Paperback)

This book is a good reference source for the meaningful information on cars produced through this period. We are not talking War And Peace, though from the heft of it you might think so. Very dry and factual. It also illustrates why alot of the 70's were a terrible time for cars. It even lists my old plymouth cricket!