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Hemi: The Ultimate American V-8
2003 International Automotive Media Award (jacket design). The IAMA, a function of the International Society for Vehicle Preservation, recognizes and encourages excellence in all forms of automotive media. Muscle car mania abounds in this fabulous coffee table collection! Take this high-octane tour through the design, development and research involved in producing the greatest V-8 in Detroit history. Firebreathing Mopars race to life in Robert Genat's stunning color photographs. From the 1951 Chrysler Saratoga to the muscle cars of 1971, up through the new-for-2003 engine, the Hemi's greatest racetrack feats and achievements are brought vividly to life. Packed with facts, cutaways and fascinating details on the most collectible Hemi-powered cars in history. Charger, Road Runner, Superbird, Challenger, Barracuda, Super Bee and the rest are taken for test drives in this powerful look at the legendary Hemi V-8 and the cars it powered into the history books. Contains coverage of Hemi clone and racecars. This high-performance history will quicken the pulse of Hemi fans worldwide.
