Post by Terrapin on Feb 4, 2005 4:16:48 GMT -5
High Speed, Low Cost: The Story of a 140MPH Mini
(The Terrapin Build Book)
Engined World Record Breaker and How to Build it
Product Details:
Paperback 164 pages (July 1, 2003)
Publisher: Robert Macknay
ISBN: 0954514009
Book Description
The 40th Year Anniversary of the Terrapin Racecar.
This book is a compilation reprint of the 1969 & 1973 editions. Softbound with a new preface by Allan Staniforth & Publisher Robert Macknay.
The book describes the construction of a single seater racing car that broke several world records in the 1960's & 1970's. Several of which still stand to this day.
From the Publisher
The original editions of this book are now so scarce that prices into 3 figures are now becoming common.
During construction of my faithful copy of Allan's Terrapin MK1 racing car I have made many contacts and had numerous requests for a copy of the book. This has prompted me to collaborate with Allan to produce this reprint from my original copy ( which has unfortunately to be destroyed in the reprinting process). Additional information has been included from a later edition book provided by Allan.
Allan can also supply plans to anyone wishing to build a Terrapin, albeit that you may now wish to put a superbike engine in the rear these days.
Book Description
The 40th Year Anniversary of the Terrapin Racecar.
This book is a compilation reprint of the 1969 & 1973 editions. Softbound with a new preface by Allan Staniforth & Publisher Robert Macknay. The book describes the construction of a single seater racing car that broke several world records in the 1960's & 1970's. Several of which still stand to this day. Allan can also supply plans to anyone wishing to build a Terrapin (details are in the rear of the new book).
Allan's book "High Speed - Low Cost, The Story Of A 140 MPH Mini is actually the story of the home construction of a single seater racing and hillclimbing car called the Terrapin during the 1960's. The Mini engine is actually installed in the rear of the vehicle, just behind the driver's head. The Terrapin went on not only to win races and hillclimbs but Allan, with Richard Blackmore (a close friend) took six British and three international speed records with the supercharged version of his first hillclimb car. Allan continues to race today and his books are an inspiration to all those who read them. I would rate this book as the most sought after copy of all his works. It's an absolute MUST for any home constructor and an essential read to all those interested in motorsport.
(The Terrapin Build Book)
Engined World Record Breaker and How to Build it
Product Details:
Paperback 164 pages (July 1, 2003)
Publisher: Robert Macknay
ISBN: 0954514009
Book Description
The 40th Year Anniversary of the Terrapin Racecar.
This book is a compilation reprint of the 1969 & 1973 editions. Softbound with a new preface by Allan Staniforth & Publisher Robert Macknay.
The book describes the construction of a single seater racing car that broke several world records in the 1960's & 1970's. Several of which still stand to this day.
From the Publisher
The original editions of this book are now so scarce that prices into 3 figures are now becoming common.
During construction of my faithful copy of Allan's Terrapin MK1 racing car I have made many contacts and had numerous requests for a copy of the book. This has prompted me to collaborate with Allan to produce this reprint from my original copy ( which has unfortunately to be destroyed in the reprinting process). Additional information has been included from a later edition book provided by Allan.
Allan can also supply plans to anyone wishing to build a Terrapin, albeit that you may now wish to put a superbike engine in the rear these days.
Book Description
The 40th Year Anniversary of the Terrapin Racecar.
This book is a compilation reprint of the 1969 & 1973 editions. Softbound with a new preface by Allan Staniforth & Publisher Robert Macknay. The book describes the construction of a single seater racing car that broke several world records in the 1960's & 1970's. Several of which still stand to this day. Allan can also supply plans to anyone wishing to build a Terrapin (details are in the rear of the new book).
Allan's book "High Speed - Low Cost, The Story Of A 140 MPH Mini is actually the story of the home construction of a single seater racing and hillclimbing car called the Terrapin during the 1960's. The Mini engine is actually installed in the rear of the vehicle, just behind the driver's head. The Terrapin went on not only to win races and hillclimbs but Allan, with Richard Blackmore (a close friend) took six British and three international speed records with the supercharged version of his first hillclimb car. Allan continues to race today and his books are an inspiration to all those who read them. I would rate this book as the most sought after copy of all his works. It's an absolute MUST for any home constructor and an essential read to all those interested in motorsport.
